How do I choose the right daycare in Owensboro?

When choosing a daycare in Owensboro, 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 Owensboro?

Owensboro offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 30 facilities Headstart Programs — 6 facilities Church Daycare — 5 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Owensboro, Kentucky (30 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 Owensboro for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Owensboro

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.

Wee People Day Care

4.55 score

5(6)

2024 Hall Street, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

Wee People Day Care in Owensboro, Kentucky receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight caring and attentive staff who treat all children with love and respect, including those with special needs. The facility maintains a clean environment and has earned strong loyalty, with some families spanning multiple generations.

Loving and caring staffinclusive environment for children with disabilitiesclean facilitystrong child learning outcomes

Roots And Wings Childcare And Preschool

4.38 score

4.5(15)

519 W. Byers Avenue, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

Roots and Wings Childcare and Preschool in Owensboro receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring staff, developmental curriculum, cleanliness, and strong communication through the Brightwheel app. Parents express high satisfaction and recommend the facility as among the best childcare options in the area.

caring and loving staffage-appropriate lesson plansclean facilityregular communication with parents via Brightwheel app with photos

Sweet Peas

4.27 score

4.5(6)

3271 Alvey Park Drive, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Sweet Peas receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff and home-like environment. However, one parent reported a negative experience with sudden dismissal of their child without adequate explanation or prior discussion. The majority of reviews highlight strong teacher-child relationships and long-term satisfaction.

caring and family-oriented staffchildren feel at homestrong teacher-child attachmentseducational programming

Owensboro Family Ymca Afterschool

4.08 score

4.1(20)

900 Kentucky Parkway, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

Parents praise the Owensboro Family YMCA for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including swim lessons and fitness activities. The facility offers good value for membership costs and serves multiple age groups. A few concerns noted about outdated building elements and occasional equipment issues.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilityaffordable membership pricesswimming pool with quality lessons

Here We Grow...

3.94 score

3.9(8)

4101 Carter Road, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

HERE WE GROW receives highly polarized reviews. Six parents praise the warm, caring staff and positive experiences with their children's development and safety. However, two parents report serious concerns including alleged abuse cover-ups, unexplained injuries, and dismissive responses to parental inquiries.

Warm and caring staffchildren excited to attendlong-term parent loyaltyeducational activities and crafts

Heritage Park Pre-School And Nursery

3.82 score

3.7(8)

3802 Legacy Run, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

Heritage Park Pre-School and Nursery receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, positive environment, and quality childcare. However, some parents report significant difficulties with enrollment communication and office management.

Caring and exceptional staffgreat environmentchildren enjoy attendinghelps ease separation anxiety

Child Daycare & Preschools in Owensboro, Kentucky

There are 30 child daycare & preschools in Owensboro, Kentucky, making up 61% of the 49 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 Owensboro, 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 30 child daycare & preschools daycares in Owensboro, Kentucky, out of 49 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 Owensboro, 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

Owensboro offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 30 facilities
Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
Church Daycare — 5 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Owensboro for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Owensboro 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.

30 Child Daycare & Preschools in Owensboro, Kentucky

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Owensboro

Top Rated

Wee People Day Care

Roots And Wings Childcare And Preschool

Trib Ball "Free To Learn" Daycare

Sweet Peas

Dar-Nek Child Development Center

Settle Memorial Preschool

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