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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Springfield, NE

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Springfield. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Springfield, Nebraska at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Springfield offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield

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.

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    A Step Ahead Childcare Center
    4.43 score
    4.7(8)

    850 Park Dr, Springfield, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    A STEP AHEAD CHILDCARE CENTER receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient staff, clean facility, and engaging learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and showing academic and social growth. One negative review contradicts the majority, citing cleanliness concerns and staff behavior issues.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Springfield

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Springfield (55–70 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Springfield based on parent reviews

A Step Ahead Childcare Center

4.7(8)

850 Park Dr, Springfield, NE

A STEP AHEAD CHILDCARE CENTER receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient staff, clean facility, and engaging learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and showing academic and social growth. One negative review contradicts the majority, citing cleanliness concerns and staff behavior issues.

Kind and patient teacherscaring staffsafe environment

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Springfield, Nebraska

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Springfield, Nebraska. 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 Springfield have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Springfield, 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 Springfield

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A Step Ahead Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

A STEP AHEAD CHILDCARE CENTER receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient staff, clean facility, and engaging learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and showing academic and social growth. One negative review contradicts the majority, citing cleanliness concerns and staff behavior issues.

Kind and patient teacherscaring staffsafe environment
Address
850 Park Dr, Springfield, NE
Phone
(402) 253-3083
Spf Kidscare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
765 Main St, Springfield, NE
Phone
(402) 657-8125

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Springfield, Nebraska. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Springfield have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Springfield, 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
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 Springfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Springfield 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.