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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in New Castle, KY

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in New Castle. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

New Castle, Kentucky at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
1

New Castle offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Castle

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
    Stepping Stones Child Care Center
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    52 Harrison Street, New Castle, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Stepping Stones Child Care Center is highly regarded by most parents for its caring, family-like environment led by the owner known as 'Nana.' Parents consistently praise the staff's attentiveness, safety measures, communication, and engaging activities. One review was negative without providing specific details.

    caring and nurturing stafflong-term trust from multi-generational familiessafety protocols (locked entry system)organized operations

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in New Castle

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in New Castle, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in New Castle (34–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New Castle based on parent reviews

Mrs. Davis After School Academy

5(1)

182 South Property Rd., New Castle, KY

Stepping Stones Child Care Center

4.2(5)

52 Harrison Street, New Castle, KY

Stepping Stones Child Care Center is highly regarded by most parents for its caring, family-like environment led by the owner known as 'Nana.' Parents consistently praise the staff's attentiveness, safety measures, communication, and engaging activities. One review was negative without providing specific details.

caring and nurturing stafflong-term trust from multi-generational familiessafety protocols (locked entry system)

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Daycare types in New Castle

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in New Castle, Kentucky

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in New Castle, Kentucky, making up 67% of the 3 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in New Castle have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in New Castle, 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 New Castle

Showing 2 results

Mrs. Davis After School Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
182 South Property Rd., New Castle, KY
Phone
(502) 845-8650
Stepping Stones Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Stepping Stones Child Care Center is highly regarded by most parents for its caring, family-like environment led by the owner known as 'Nana.' Parents consistently praise the staff's attentiveness, safety measures, communication, and engaging activities. One review was negative without providing specific details.

caring and nurturing stafflong-term trust from multi-generational familiessafety protocols (locked entry system)
Address
52 Harrison Street, New Castle, KY
Phone
(502) 845-5255

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in New Castle, Kentucky, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in New Castle have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in New Castle, 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
New Castle offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 New Castle for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New Castle 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.