How do I choose the right daycare in Murray?

When choosing a daycare in Murray, 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

What types of daycare are available in Murray?

Murray offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Murray, Kentucky (13 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Kentucky?

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 Murray for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Murray

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.

First Baptist Church Mother'S Day Out & Preschool

4.64 score

4.8(20)

203 South Fourth Street, Murray, KY · Church Daycare · Capacity: 73 children

First Baptist Church Mother's Day Out & Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong biblical teaching, and compassionate staff. Parents appreciate the spiritual environment and opportunities for worship across all ages.

Welcoming and friendly staffstrong biblical teachingcompassionate caregiversspiritual atmosphere

Milestones Learning Center

3.84 score

3.7(6)

310 Cc Lowry Dr., Murray, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

Milestones Learning Center receives mixed reviews with an average rating of 3.5/5. Positive reviews praise the educational focus, responsive staff, clean facility, and communication app, while negative reviews cite rigidity, poor communication, privacy concerns, and hygiene issues.

Educational-centered learning programsresponsive and attentive staffclean and well-organized facilitycommunication app for daily updates

Christian Childcare Center

3.66 score

3.5(11)

810 Whitnell Avenue, Murray, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

Christian Childcare Center in Murray, Kentucky has mixed reviews with significant polarization. Most reviews (7/10) are highly positive, praising the caring staff, attentive director, educational focus, and children's enthusiasm. However, three negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate care practices, poor handling of children with special needs, and unprofessional director behavior.

Caring and loving staffattentive directorchildren eager to attendeducational approach beyond basic childcare

Lily Pad Learning Center

3.65 score

3.5(12)

701 South 4th Street, Murray, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

Lily Pad Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise caring staff, educational quality, spacious facilities, and security features. Negative reviews cite poor handling of children with special needs, unprofessional management, staff rudeness, enrollment issues, and concerns about retaliation and CPS involvement.

Caring and nurturing staffquality education and learning environmentspacious play areascomprehensive secur

Child Daycare & Preschools in Murray, Kentucky

There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Murray, Kentucky, making up 72% of the 18 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 Murray, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 13 child daycare & preschools daycares in Murray, Kentucky, out of 18 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 Murray, 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

Murray offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Murray for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Murray 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.

13 Child Daycare & Preschools in Murray, Kentucky

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Murray

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