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263 Child Daycare & Preschools in Louisville, Kentucky

Browse all 263 child daycare & preschools in Louisville, Kentucky. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Louisville

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    9908 Taylorsville Rd., Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    The Wright Steps Academy in Louisville receives consistently outstanding feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, loving staff, smooth transitions for children, strong educational focus, and excellent daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and advancing developmentally at this family-owned center.

    Caring and welcoming staffsmooth transitions between daycaresdaily photos and updates via appeducational focus
  2. 2
    Mac'S Childcare III
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    4102 1/2 Cane Run Road, Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    Mac's Childcare III receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and educational focus. Parents consistently report their children are learning significantly and progressing developmentally, with staff treating children like family. The facility is noted for cleanliness, daily communication updates, and organized activities.

    Caring and welcoming staffstrong educational programs and child developmentdaily photo and activity updates via appclean facility
  3. 3

    3400 Vermont Ave., Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    Munchkin Manor is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Louisville with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the clean, renovated facility, caring and professional staff led by owner Asia, engaging curriculum, and strong communication. Multiple reviewers describe feeling confident leaving their children in a safe, loving environment where they thrive academically and socially.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityprofessional and nurturing staffcaring owner (Asia)strong parent-staff communication
  4. 4
    Kiddo'S Academy
    4.76 score
    5(16)

    7515 Preston Highway, Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children

    These reviews appear to be for a children's boutique shop, not a daycare center. Parents praise Kiddo's Academy as a high-quality children's clothing and gift store with stylish, unique items, excellent customer service, and premium toy brands. The shop is frequently recommended for baby gifts and special occasion clothing.

    High-quality clothing and toysunique and stylish itemssoft fabricsgender-neutral options
  5. 5
    Little Hands Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    4140 Accomack Drive, Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 179 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Hands Academy for its warm, caring staff and strong communication with families throughout the day. Reviews highlight the center's clean facilities, educational programming, and observable developmental growth in children. Parents express high satisfaction and gratitude for the quality care provided.

    Caring and patient teachersexcellent daily communication with photos and updatesclean and well-maintained facilityeducational programming with music and art
  6. 6
    Springdale Preschool
    4.7 score
    4.9(17)

    7812 Brownsboro Road, Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Springdale Preschool is a church-based preschool in Louisville, Kentucky with excellent ratings. Parents report their children develop strong social skills and academic kindergarten readiness, with low staff turnover. The facility is praised for its welcoming community atmosphere and commitment to service.

    Low staff turnoverstrong social and academic developmentkindergarten readiness preparationwelcoming and inclusive community
  7. 7
    All God'S Children
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    4014 St. Francis Lane, Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 21 children

    All God's Children is a highly regarded center-based daycare in Louisville with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the cleanliness, genuine care, academic instruction, and trustworthiness of the staff. The facility is noted for prioritizing children's wellbeing and creating a loving, safe learning environment.

    Clean facilitycaring and patient staffgenuine love for childrenstrong academic instruction
  8. 8

    2005 Douglass Blvd., Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Highlands Community Ministries is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and community support services. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, helpful personnel, and diverse programming. The organization provides valuable resources including food assistance, senior services, and community events.

    Kind and supportive staffwelcoming atmospherefood pantry assistancecommunity events
  9. 9

    4313 Billtown Road, Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

    Almost Home Infant Day Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the intimate, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the owner's involvement in daily care, the cleanliness of the facility, and the genuine affection shown by caregivers. Multiple families report their children are happy and well-cared for, with many planning to return for future children.

    caring and attentive staffowner involvement in child carehomey and intimate environmentclean and bright facility
  10. 10

    2000 Douglass Boulevard, Louisville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

    Highlands Community Ministries Day Care Center receives consistently high praise (all 5-star reviews) for its compassionate staff and community services. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff members like Danah and Alicia, and the center's commitment to serving the community beyond childcare.

    Kind and supportive staffwelcoming atmospherecommunity programs (food pantrymeals for seniors

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Louisville based on parent reviews

The Wright Steps Academy

5(20)

9908 Taylorsville Rd., Louisville, KY

The Wright Steps Academy in Louisville receives consistently outstanding feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, loving staff, smooth transitions for children, strong educational focus, and excellent daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and advancing developmentally at this family-owned center.

Caring and welcoming staffsmooth transitions between daycaresdaily photos and updates via app

Mac'S Childcare III

5(20)

4102 1/2 Cane Run Road, Louisville, KY

Mac's Childcare III receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and educational focus. Parents consistently report their children are learning significantly and progressing developmentally, with staff treating children like family. The facility is noted for cleanliness, daily communication updates, and organized activities.

Caring and welcoming staffstrong educational programs and child developmentdaily photo and activity updates via app

Munchkin Manor Child Enrichment Center

5(17)

3400 Vermont Ave., Louisville, KY

Munchkin Manor is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Louisville with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the clean, renovated facility, caring and professional staff led by owner Asia, engaging curriculum, and strong communication. Multiple reviewers describe feeling confident leaving their children in a safe, loving environment where they thrive academically and socially.

Clean and well-maintained facilityprofessional and nurturing staffcaring owner (Asia)

Kiddo'S Academy

5(16)

7515 Preston Highway, Louisville, KY

These reviews appear to be for a children's boutique shop, not a daycare center. Parents praise Kiddo's Academy as a high-quality children's clothing and gift store with stylish, unique items, excellent customer service, and premium toy brands. The shop is frequently recommended for baby gifts and special occasion clothing.

High-quality clothing and toysunique and stylish itemssoft fabrics

Little Hands Academy

4.9(20)

4140 Accomack Drive, Louisville, KY

Parents consistently praise Little Hands Academy for its warm, caring staff and strong communication with families throughout the day. Reviews highlight the center's clean facilities, educational programming, and observable developmental growth in children. Parents express high satisfaction and gratitude for the quality care provided.

Caring and patient teachersexcellent daily communication with photos and updatesclean and well-maintained facility

Springdale Preschool

4.9(17)

7812 Brownsboro Road, Louisville, KY

Springdale Preschool is a church-based preschool in Louisville, Kentucky with excellent ratings. Parents report their children develop strong social skills and academic kindergarten readiness, with low staff turnover. The facility is praised for its welcoming community atmosphere and commitment to service.

Low staff turnoverstrong social and academic developmentkindergarten readiness preparation

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Louisville, Kentucky

There are 263 child daycare & preschools in Louisville, Kentucky, making up 70% of the 378 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Louisville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Louisville

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Manslick Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4441 Manslick Rd, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 290-1998
Main Street Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2817 R Hikes Ln., Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 890-5626
Young Nonprofit Foundation INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9811 Merioneth Drive, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 365-1481
Mrs. Von'S Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8409 Terry Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 749-1408
Jtown Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10411 Watterson Trail, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 267-2339
Kiddie College 2 Preparatory Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3050 West Broadway, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 434-7665
Discovery Preschool And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Discovery Preschool and Child Care in Louisville receives consistently excellent reviews, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, and positive developmental outcomes for their children. Parents highlight the director Jean and ownership as particularly strong, along with effective communication systems and flexibility in accommodating working parents. Multiple long-term families express difficulty finding comparable alternatives after leaving.

Friendly and caring staffclean and well-organized facilityprofessional management
Address
9410 Blossom Lane, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 426-2121
Springdale Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Springdale Preschool is a church-based preschool in Louisville, Kentucky with excellent ratings. Parents report their children develop strong social skills and academic kindergarten readiness, with low staff turnover. The facility is praised for its welcoming community atmosphere and commitment to service.

Low staff turnoverstrong social and academic developmentkindergarten readiness preparation
Address
7812 Brownsboro Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 423-9510
Cornerstone Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Cornerstone Child Development Center for its family-oriented atmosphere, caring and dedicated staff, and high-quality education. Multiple reviewers cite the executive director's personal involvement, strong teacher-student relationships, and play-based learning curriculum as distinguishing factors. Children reportedly thrive academically and behaviorally, with parents expressing gratitude and satisfaction with their childcare choice.

Family atmospherecaring and dedicated staffsmall class sizes
Address
211 Browns Lane, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 897-9136
Little Hands Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Little Hands Academy for its warm, caring staff and strong communication with families throughout the day. Reviews highlight the center's clean facilities, educational programming, and observable developmental growth in children. Parents express high satisfaction and gratitude for the quality care provided.

Caring and patient teachersexcellent daily communication with photos and updatesclean and well-maintained facility
Address
4140 Accomack Drive, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 425-2627
Maple Grove Baptist Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Maple Grove Baptist Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with most highlighting the caring and experienced staff who genuinely engage with children. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving, with one family using the center for all three children over several years. One parent noted the center asked them to leave due to behavioral concerns with their child.

loving and caring staffexperienced caregiverschildren happy and thriving
Address
5911 East Manslick Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 966-5832
Highlands Community Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Highlands Community Ministries is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and community support services. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, helpful personnel, and diverse programming. The organization provides valuable resources including food assistance, senior services, and community events.

Kind and supportive staffwelcoming atmospherefood pantry assistance
Address
2005 Douglass Blvd., Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 452-1717
Almost Home Infant Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Almost Home Infant Day Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the intimate, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the owner's involvement in daily care, the cleanliness of the facility, and the genuine affection shown by caregivers. Multiple families report their children are happy and well-cared for, with many planning to return for future children.

caring and attentive staffowner involvement in child carehomey and intimate environment
Address
4313 Billtown Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 267-6087
Highlands Community Ministries Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Highlands Community Ministries Day Care Center receives consistently high praise (all 5-star reviews) for its compassionate staff and community services. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff members like Danah and Alicia, and the center's commitment to serving the community beyond childcare.

Kind and supportive staffwelcoming atmospherecommunity programs (food pantry
Address
2000 Douglass Boulevard, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 458-3045
Ready To Learn
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Ready to Learn is a family-oriented daycare in Louisville with overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the caring staff, good communication, and warm environment. However, one parent reported serious concerns about their daughter's care, including unexplained injuries and inconsistent staff explanations.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsfamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
1037 East Burnett Street, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 637-5437
Northeast Family Ymca Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Northeast Family YMCA Child Development Center for its exceptional aquatic programs, friendly and attentive staff, and clean, well-maintained facilities. The center excels at building water confidence in young children through patient, play-based instruction and offers excellent kids' club services across multiple age groups. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their overall experience.

Excellent water instruction and swim programspatient play-based learning approachfriendly and caring staff
Address
9400 Mill Brook Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 329-4792
Cuddles 2 Cuddles Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Cuddles 2 Cuddles as a nurturing, safe learning environment where children thrive developmentally and socially. Staff are described as loving, professional, and attentive, treating children like their own. The center is noted for its cleanliness, educational activities, strong communication, and owner who goes above and beyond for families.

Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and patient staffclean facility
Address
3400 River Park Drive, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 409-4422
Crown Of Jewels Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Crown of Jewels Academy II receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, communication, and cleanliness. However, one parent reported concerns about outdoor time, documentation, hygiene, diaper changes, and frequent injuries during their two-week experience.

Daily photo and video updates via appcaring and genuine staffclean facility
Address
4930 Poplar Level Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 618-2304
Laughter And Lullabies Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Laughter and Lullabies Childcare for exceptional care, nurturing staff, and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. The facility is described as safe, clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with creative weekly lesson plans and individualized attention to child development. Parents report high satisfaction with both the teaching staff and ownership.

Caring and dedicated staffcreative lesson plansdaily progress reports
Address
5313 Hames Trace, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 231-4066
Kid'S Time
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided appear to be for Ascension Parish Church rather than Kid's Time daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the welcoming community, spiritual leadership, and beautiful architecture, but do not contain information about daycare services or child care quality.

Warm and welcoming communitycaring staffbeautiful stained glass windows and sanctuary
Address
4600 Lynnbrook Drive, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 451-2535
Ymca/St. Margaret Mary Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: The reviews provided are for St. Margaret Mary Parish (a church) and its school, not the YMCA/St. Margaret Mary Afterschool Program. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, well-maintained facilities, quality religious education, and passionate staff who treat families with care.

Welcoming and inclusive communitymultilingual support (English and Spanish)well-kept campus
Address
7813 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 637-1575
Summit Heights Parents Out Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Summit Heights Parents Out Program is a flexible, drop-in daycare center housed in a welcoming church environment in Louisville, Kentucky. Parents praise the kind staff, reasonable pricing, and year-round availability including summers. The facility also hosts various community activities and programs like Upward basketball and scouts.

Flexible drop-in scheduleaffordable pricingnice and caring staff
Address
7400 Outer Loop, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 239-3526
Kayfield Academy 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Kayfield Academy 2 in Louisville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff, strong educational curriculum, and safe, nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and feel confident in the facility's care. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and consider the staff to be extended family members.

Caring and attentive staffStrong academic curriculum (sight words
Address
2050 Nelson Miller Parkway, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 253-2806
Southwest Ymca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Southwest YMCA Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from members. Parents highlight the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and extensive amenities including a pool, gym equipment, and diverse classes for all ages and fitness levels.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean and well-maintained facilitieslarge pool with multiple lanes and aqua classes
Address
2801 Fordhaven Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 632-5309
Beulah Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews appear to be for Beulah Presbyterian Church rather than the preschool program itself. Comments praise the church as a welcoming, family-friendly community with supportive staff and various outreach programs including a preschool. The church hosts additional community services such as food assistance for homeless individuals.

Welcoming and friendly congregationfamily-friendly environmentsupportive staff
Address
6704 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 239-3231
Timothy'S Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Timothy's Angels receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, particularly Mrs. Julia and Mr. Jason, for treating children like family. Parents highlight the effective preschool curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and the center's ability to support online learning. One parent gave a lower rating but provided insufficient detail to identify specific concerns.

Caring and family-oriented staffstrong preschool curriculummath and reading preparation for kindergarten
Address
1351 Catalpa Street, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 775-6225
Trinity Presbyterian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
10200 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 244-0054
Strathmoor Preschool Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Strathmoor Preschool for its exceptional teaching staff, engaging curriculum with rotating classroom focuses, and excellent parent communication through daily photos and updates. Children show strong growth academically and socially in a safe, welcoming environment with small class sizes and quality facilities.

Experienced and responsive teachersprofessional development for staffdiverse rotating classrooms with different educational focuses
Address
2201 Hawthorne Avenue, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 458-6585
Future Pioneers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Future Pioneers Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, professional staff and safe environment. Parents highlight the clean facility, engaging activities, thoughtful curriculum, and excellent communication through the Brightwheel app. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and are happy to attend.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitylarge play areas
Address
2814 Crums Lane, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 447-3511
Babyland Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Babyland Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback for quick responsiveness, reasonable pricing, and quality care. However, one parent reported significant concerns regarding infant care practices, supply management, and health policy enforcement.

Quick response timeaffordable pricinghomemade meals provided daily
Address
5057 Poplar Level Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 966-4343

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Frequently asked questions

There are 263 child daycare & preschools daycares in Louisville, Kentucky, out of 378 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Louisville, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Kentucky's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kentucky)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Louisville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 263 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 19 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 50 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 46 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Kentucky typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Louisville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Louisville must be licensed by Kentucky's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.