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909 Child Daycare & Preschools in Louisiana

Browse 909 child daycare & preschools across Louisiana. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Louisiana

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Louisiana can make the decision-making process smoother.

Louisiana has about 1,209 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Louisiana. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Louisiana

There are 1,209 daycares in Louisiana: 217 headstart facilities, 18 before/after school centers, 65 religious facility daycares, and 909 childcare and preschool centers.

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Little Oaks Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Little Oaks Learning Center for its caring, patient staff and family-like environment. The facility is noted for effective potty training, developmental growth, and engaging activities that keep children excited to attend. Many families have remained for multiple years or traveled significant distances because of their positive experiences.

Experienced staffpatient and kind teacherseffective potty training
Address
1805 Eraste Landry Road, Lafayette, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Benoit Enterprise Early Intervention Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise the welcoming and nice staff at this early intervention program. However, some families report significant frustration with the waitlist process, citing long delays without communication and slow responsiveness.

Nice and welcoming staffenjoyable experience
Address
160 Industrial Parkway, Lafayette, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Butterflies And Beyond INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Butterflies and Beyond receives mostly positive reviews praising the friendly, educated staff, clean facilities, engaging summer programs with field trips and swimming, and observation capabilities. One negative review raises concerns about professionalism, staff turnover, communication, and rapid dismissal policies.

Kind and friendly staffclean facilityone-way observation mirrors
Address
214 Rue Louis Xiv, Lafayette, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jumpstart Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
4011 Moss Street, Lafayette, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Stepping Stones Developmental Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent praising the safe, family-owned environment and support for special needs, while another criticizes the facility for severe management issues, inconsistent staffing, and lack of transparency. The contrasting experiences highlight concerns about operational reliability and communication alongside reported dedication to child safety and individualized care.

safe environmentsupport for special needsfamily-owned business
Address
125 Choctaw Road, Thibodaux, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Mary'S Child Care And Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Feedback for Mary's Child Care and Pre-School is mixed, with one parent expressing strong satisfaction and others noting positive staff interactions alongside a single severe complaint. While some families report their children were well cared for and loved attending, another parent described the experience as terrible.

loved by kidswell taken care ofgreat staff
Address
2100 Carol Sue Avenue, Gretna, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Gran'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Gran's Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth and care, with several parents reporting multi-year satisfaction. However, two negative reviews cite unprofessional management, poor hygiene practices, inadequate supervision during nap time, and inappropriate staff behavior toward children.

loving and caring staffgoes above and beyondgenuine care for children
Address
317 Rainbow Drive, Pineville, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Discovery House, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Discovery House receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and their children's learning and happiness. However, some parents have concerns about billing practices and overall service quality.

Kind and caring teacherschildren learn and develop wellchildren are happy
Address
3928 Independence Drive, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Tarc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes the teachers as the best and notes the program is fun, while another simply labels the experience as awesome. These few reviews highlight positive staff interactions and enjoyment without citing specific concerns.

Fun environmentBest teachersAwesome experience
Address
201 East Church Street, Hammond, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
From Cradles To Classrooms, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
57951 Barrow Street, Plaquemine, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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From Cradles To Classrooms, Jr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
32670 Sonny Barbier Street, White Castle, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Cane River Children'S Services-Independent Living Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highly praise CANE RIVER CHILDREN'S SERVICES for its transformative impact on families and children. Staff receive consistent positive feedback for their dedication and care. One parent noted difficulty with the phone menu system.

Life-changing and supportive staffcaring environmentgood for children
Address
911 Second Street, Natchitoches, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Country Place Day Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Country Place Day Care receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the teachers, child bonding, and parent involvement, with some families eager to return. However, negative reviews report discrimination against children with developmental delays or autism, lack of patience with less advanced children, unexpected price increases, and inadequate supervision.

caring teachersstrong teacher-child bondingparent involvement encouraged
Address
1045 Bellevue Road, Haughton, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Grace Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents highlight the center's family-oriented atmosphere, staff dedication, and use of digital tools for communication. However, recent complaints cite rude phone interactions, including being hung up on, which deterred potential enrollment.

friendly family-oriented environmentengaging staffweekly homework and daily updates
Address
885 South Nickens Road, Gonzales, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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A Child'S First Steps
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

A CHILD'S FIRST STEPS receives mostly positive reviews praising staff kindness, cleanliness, and child development. However, some parents report serious concerns about staff conduct, including aggressive discipline practices and inadequate health/illness protocols.

Kind and compassionate staffclean facilitychildren enjoy attending
Address
345 Central Avenue, Jefferson, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Cornerstone Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

One parent highlights a positive experience with a caring staff and a child who quickly bonded with their teacher, while another review alleges severe safety violations including abuse, neglect, and reckless driving by staff.

kind and helpful staffpositive teacher-child bondsupportive environment for parents
Address
260 Windermere Boulevard, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Lamar Salter Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

This appears to be a vocational/technical school rather than a daycare center. Reviews are mixed, with strong praise for the Automotive Technology program and its instructor, but significant criticism of an EMT class and complaints about disorganization and unprofessional conduct.

Experienced automotive instructorhands-on learning approachjob placement assistance
Address
15014 Lake Charles Highway, Leesville, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Louisiana United Methodist Children And Family Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Louisiana United Methodist Children and Family Services is a residential facility for troubled children and teens in Ruston that receives overwhelmingly positive reviews. Current and former residents consistently praise the caring and strict staff, therapeutic support, life skills training, and Christian values education. Many alumni report the facility had a transformative impact on their lives and helped them become productive, contributing members of society.

Caring and compassionate staffTherapeutic services and counselingOutdoor activities and field trips (OWL center
Address
901 South Vienna, Ruston, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Louisiana Methodist Children And Family Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Louisiana Methodist Children and Family Services in Ruston is a residential facility that serves troubled children and teens. Current and former residents consistently praise the caring, strict, and principled staff who provide therapeutic support, life skills training, and Christian values. Many former residents credit the facility with positively shaping their lives and maintaining lifelong friendships formed there.

Caring and compassionate stafftherapeutic servicesoutdoor learning activities and field trips
Address
901 South Vienna, Ruston, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Willis Country School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

The reviews appear to contain mixed content, with some praising the facility's staff and professionalism, while others discuss workplace concerns unrelated to daycare operations. The relevant daycare feedback is limited and positive.

nice facilityprofessional stafffriendly and knowledgeable staff
Address
2724 Hodgeson Avenue, Gonzales, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Tiny Tot Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Tiny Tot Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the teachers, quick child adjustment, educational activities, and home-cooked meals. However, serious concerns have been raised about staff conduct, including yelling at children and physical discipline.

Caring and engaging teachersquick child adjustmenteducational curriculum
Address
609 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Prime Step Day Care And Learning Center I
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Prime Step Day Care and Learning Center for its clean, welcoming environment and exceptional staff. The facility is noted for quality education, attentive caregiving, strong parent communication, and genuine care for children. Multiple long-term families recommend it highly and speak of staff members becoming like family.

Caring and sweet teachersclean facilityquality basic education
Address
3301 Florida Avenue, Kenner, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Macdonell United Methodist Children'S Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One long-term former attendee describes their time at the center as loving and memorable, citing specific staff members and activities that contributed to a positive upbringing. In contrast, a single review indicates that the quality of care was initially good but subsequently deteriorated, though no specific details regarding the cause are provided.

loving environmentmemorable experiencesspecific staff recognition
Address
8326 Main Street, Houma, LA
Phone
(985) 868-8362
Fay'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
220 East Third Street, Natchitoches, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Fellowship Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Fellowship Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, strong communication, educational development, and emphasis on play-based learning. However, a small number of parents report significant concerns about management responsiveness to complaints and enrollment practices.

Caring and pleasant staffresponsive to concernsgood communication and waitlist follow-up
Address
4750 Barksdale Boulevard, Bossier City, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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The Lighthouse Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Lighthouse Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents about staff friendliness, communication through their app, and quality care, particularly highlighting Ms. Melinda. However, serious safety concerns have been raised by other parents regarding physical discipline incidents (slapping, hair pulling) and inadequate response to biting incidents.

Staff friendliness and supportivenessdaily communication via app with photos and activity updatescaring and dedicated teachers
Address
162 Marquette Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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In Loving Arms Of Louisiana, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

In Loving Arms of Louisiana receives mostly positive reviews praising the facility's cleanliness, staff kindness, and therapeutic services offered daily. However, two low ratings raise concerns about driver safety and a serious incident involving a child that was not properly explained to parents.

Clean and well-decorated facilitystate-of-the-artspeech/physical/occupational therapy daily
Address
730 Colonial Drive, Ste. E., Baton Rouge, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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In Loving Arms Of Louisiana, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

In Loving Arms of Louisiana receives mostly positive reviews praising the facility's cleanliness, modern amenities, therapy services, and compassionate staff who keep parents informed. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about dangerous driving by a staff member and an unspecified incident involving a child that left a parent dissatisfied.

State-of-the-art facilityclean and well-decoratedoffers daily speech/physical/occupational therapy
Address
730 Colonial Drive, Ste E., Baton Rouge, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Universal Children'S Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent reports a distressing first day involving a bruised infant, alleged physical restraint by staff, and a missing personal item, while another criticizes the center for unprofessional behavior, staff conflicts, and poor management accessibility.

Initial tour was welcoming
Address
5052 Highway 19, Zachary, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Little Angels Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Little Angels Daycare for its caring, welcoming staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and developmentally supported, with staff maintaining regular communication with parents. Multiple reviewers recommend the center and report sending multiple children there.

Excellent and welcoming staffclean facilitychild safety and happiness
Address
5905 Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Frequently asked questions

There are 909 child daycare & preschools daycares across Louisiana. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Louisiana are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Louisiana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Louisiana, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Louisiana sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Louisiana vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.