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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Crete, NE

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Crete. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Crete, Nebraska at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Crete offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.8/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 68333 zip code, averaging 4.8 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Crete

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
    Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    837 Hawthorne Ave, Crete, NE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 18 children

    Reviews praise Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool's welcoming atmosphere and aesthetic appeal, particularly noting beautiful seasonal decorations and facilities. Parents highlight positive experiences with religious services and community events, though most reviews appear to reference church activities rather than daycare operations specifically.

    Beautiful decorationswelcoming atmospherequality pastoral leadershipwell-maintained facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Crete

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Crete, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Crete zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
683335
4.8
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Crete (18–115 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Crete based on parent reviews

Blue River Child Development Program

5

325 East 9th St, Crete, NE

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Daycare types in Crete

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Crete, Nebraska

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Crete, Nebraska, making up 80% of the 5 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 Crete have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Crete, 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 Crete

Showing 4 results

Blue River Child Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
325 East 9th St, Crete, NE
Phone
(402) 826-4216
Little Peanuts LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1115 Boswell, Crete, NE
Phone
(402) 826-1072
Little Peanut'S Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1115 Norman Avenue, Crete, NE
Phone
(402) 826-3335
Bright Futures Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1125 East Hwy 33, Crete, NE
Phone
(402) 418-7092

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Crete, Nebraska, out of 5 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 Crete have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Crete, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Nebraska's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Nebraska)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Crete offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Nebraska 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 Crete for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Crete must be licensed by Nebraska'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.