How do I choose the right daycare in Grand Island?

When choosing a daycare in Grand Island, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Island, Nebraska (12 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Grand Island?

Grand Island offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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

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 Grand Island for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Island

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.

Third City Christian Church Child Care Facility

4.65 score

4.9(13)

4100 W 13th St, Grand Island, NE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 246 children

Third City Christian Church Child Care Facility is a contemporary Christian church in Grand Island, Nebraska that offers childcare services alongside religious programming. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong community focus centered on Christian values and 'love unlimited.'

Welcoming and friendly environmentskilled and caring stafffree Sunday childcareactive youth programs

Kids Klubhouse

4.38 score

4.7(6)

2548 Carleton Ave, Grand Island, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

Reviews praise Kids Klubhouse for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and quality food offerings. The atmosphere is described as welcoming with good service. One negative experience involved a hair found in food.

Clean tables and facilitiespolite and amazing staff (Jennifer mentioned)delicious food including highly-rated hamburgerspleasant atmosphere

Kdl Child Care

4.32 score

4.4(20)

3704 West 13th Street, Grand Island, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

KDL Child Care in Grand Island receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's caring approach, strong communication, and educational programming. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and making developmental progress, with staff going above and beyond to support children with special needs and behavioral challenges.

Patient and kind staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong support for children with special needs and I

Kids Come First Daycare And Learning Center LLC

4.29 score

4.5(7)

1719 Aspen Circle, Grand Island, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

Kids Come First Daycare receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication, educational quality, and safe environments. However, two negative reviews allege inappropriate treatment of a child with autism and concerns about a specific teacher's classroom management approach.

Caring and loving staffsafe environmenteducational excellencestrong teacher-student relationships

Cherry Park Creative Corner LLC

4.29 score

4.4(13)

415 S Cherry Street, Grand Island, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

Cherry Park Creative Corner receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring and attentive staff, particularly noting staff members by name (Heidi, Shannon, Tina), and highlight the facility's ability to support children with special needs and behavioral challenges. The daycare is commended for its engaging activities, security measures, cleanliness, and the strong bonds staff develop with children.

Caring and attentive staffStrong relationships between staff and childrenSpecial needs supportEngaging learning and craft activities

Grand Island Ymca

4.24 score

4.3(20)

221 E South Front St, Grand Island, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 146 children

Parents consistently praise the Grand Island YMCA for its friendly, welcoming staff and clean, well-maintained facilities. The center offers comprehensive amenities including a pool, basketball courts, weight training areas, and childcare services. Overall experience is described as family-friendly with a strong community atmosphere.

Friendly and caring staffclean facilitiescomprehensive equipment and amenitiessafe childcare services

Cathedral Daycare

3.95 score

3.9(6)

112 South Cedar, Grand Island, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 207 children

Cathedral Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of care, trained staff, and strong teacher-child relationships. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally at the center. One parent expressed significant dissatisfaction regarding cost and quality of care.

Caring and highly trained staffexcellent communicationstrong teacher-child relationshipschildren learn new skills and developmental stages recognized

Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Island, Nebraska

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Grand Island, Nebraska, making up 75% of the 16 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 Grand Island, 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 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Grand Island, Nebraska, out of 16 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 Grand Island, 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

Grand Island offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 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 Grand Island for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Grand Island 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.

12 Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Island, Nebraska

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Island

Top Rated

Kids Klubhouse

Kdl Child Care

Kids Come First Daycare And Learning Center LLC

Cherry Park Creative Corner LLC

Grand Island Ymca

Noah'S Ark Child Care & Preschool

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