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774 Child Daycare & Preschools in Nebraska

Browse 774 child daycare & preschools across Nebraska. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Nebraska

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

Nebraska has about 1,147 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

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

Daycare Breakdown in Nebraska

There are 1,147 daycares in Nebraska: 22 headstart facilities, 218 before/after school centers, 133 religious facility daycares, and 774 childcare and preschool centers.

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Hand-N-Hand Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Hand-n-Hand Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, intentional teachers and bright, creative classroom environment. Parents highlight the strong biblical foundation, excellent communication, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families report significant child growth and development during their time at the preschool.

caring and patient teachersintentional and creative instructionbright and calm classroom
Address
4010 7th Ave, Kearney, NE
Phone
(308) 237-5968
Little Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1004 30th Ave, Kearney, NE
Phone
(308) 237-3628
Immanuel Little Seeds Of Faith
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
404 Medina Av, Bertrand, NE
Phone
(308) 472-3310
Kids Komfort LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
602 S Taft Ave, North Platte, NE
Phone
(308) 532-0522
Sox & Nana'S Kids Kingdom
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
109 North Bryan Avenue, North Platte, NE
Phone
(308) 532-4232
Wncc Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3118 17th Av, Scottsbluff, NE
Phone
(308) 635-3231
Knowledge Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Knowledge Beginnings is highly regarded by parents for its caring staff, strong curriculum, and excellent communication. Children show significant academic and developmental progress, and parents consistently report feeling confident in the quality of care. The center fosters a family-like community atmosphere with engaging activities and special events.

Experienced and caring staffstrong academic curriculumexcellent parent communication via app and daily updates
Address
6700 South 32nd St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 423-1188
Westminster Child Care/Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Westminster Child Care/Preschool in Lincoln, Nebraska receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, caring teachers, and faith-based programming. The facility offers valuable services like free parent night out events on Wednesday evenings.

Caring and kind teacherswelcoming community atmospherefaith-based environment
Address
2110 Sheridan Blvd, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 475-6702
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Our House Children's Learning Center for its caring, professional staff and welcoming atmosphere. The center receives high marks for academic preparation, reasonable pricing compared to competitors, regular communication with families, and engaging activities. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-term satisfaction.

Experienced and caring staffsmooth transitions for new studentsregular communication via app and photos
Address
620 Gold Coast Dr, Papillion, NE
Phone
(402) 932-1759
Fingerprints Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Fingerprints Child Development Center for its nurturing staff, strong communication, and educational environment. All reviewers rate the facility 5/5 stars, highlighting long-term satisfaction with staff consistency, cleanliness, and structured learning activities. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center highly.

Staff warmth and attentivenessStep 5 quality ratinglow staff turnover
Address
7800 Holdrege St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 467-4503
Shadow Lake Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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Address
1103 Applewood Dr, Papillion, NE
Phone
(402) 592-8071
Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare in Lincoln receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring, attentive staff, strong communication through apps and photos, and educational activities. Parents highlight their children's happiness, growth, and smooth transitions across age groups from infant to school-age.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication via app updates and photosfamily-oriented activities and events
Address
7211 Plaza Ct., Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 380-8465
Our House Children'S Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Our House Children's Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, smooth transitions for children, strong academics, competitive pricing, and welcoming atmosphere that makes families feel supported.

Experienced and caring staffsmooth transition supportregular communication with parents
Address
605 Gold Coast Dr, Papillion, NE
Phone
(402) 339-9225
Tender Loving Care Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Tender Loving Care Preschool in Bellevue receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. Families praise the caring and attentive staff, individualized attention to children's development, and strong communication through the Procare app and classroom cameras. Parents report feeling confident and at ease with their children's care and learning.

Warm and caring staffindividualized attention to each childacademic and social-emotional development
Address
3702 370th Plz, Bellevue, NE
Phone
(402) 292-0315
The Gingerbread House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Gingerbread House Preschool receives unanimous praise from parents who report their children thrived both academically and socially. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, engaging curriculum with hands-on activities, and excellent kindergarten preparation. The center offers flexible scheduling options and enriching experiences like field trips and special guest speakers.

Small class sizescreative and engaging curriculumcaring and dedicated teachers
Address
2410 Bob Boozer Dr, Omaha, NE
Phone
(402) 330-3497
Elkhorn Hills Preschool And Parents' Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
20227 Veterans Dr, Elkhorn, NE
Phone
(402) 289-4764
Apple Tree Orchard Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Apple Tree Orchard Preschool & Childcare in Papillion receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, structured curriculum with diverse activities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Multiple families report multi-generational attendance and express gratitude for the facility's safety measures, extended hours, and pandemic protocols.

Caring and nurturing staff who treat children wellstructured cu
Address
137 N Jefferson St, Papillion, NE
Phone
(402) 827-7537
Harrison Village Childcare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Harrison Village Childcare receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the dedicated staff, clean facilities, and child-centered approach to learning and development. Parents highlight the caring teachers, responsive management, and strong communication throughout the day. Multiple long-term families report their children have thrived academically and socially at this center.

Caring and dedicated staffclean and inviting facilityresponsive management and directors
Address
16944 Audrey St, Omaha, NE
Phone
(402) 932-0025
The Valley Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
500 West A Avenue, Red Cloud, NE
Phone
(402) 746-5110
Willard Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Willard Community Center is a long-established community organization offering affordable, quality early childhood education and care to southwest Lincoln families. Parents appreciate the attentive staff, safe environment, and the center's commitment to serving economically diverse neighborhoods. The facility is currently undergoing renovations to expand capacity and improve services.

attentive staffsafe and supervised environmentaffordable quality care
Address
1030 West Q Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 525-1556
Lil' Angels Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

These reviews appear to be for a spa facility, not a daycare center. There is a significant data mismatch - the business listed is 'Lil' Angels Playhouse' (a daycare), but all reviews discuss spa services like red light therapy, saunas, massage chairs, and beauty products.

None applicable to daycare services
Address
1919 1st Avenue, Scottsbluff, NE
Phone
(308) 672-3096
Wee Generation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1205 N Hancock, Fremont, NE
Phone
(402) 727-7999
Adventuretime Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
3427 South 42nd St, Omaha, NE
Phone
(402) 502-7777
Circle Of Love Childcare Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Circle of Love Childcare Center in Omaha receives consistently high praise from parents, with strong emphasis on the caring, professional staff and owner Mrs. Yai who are described as genuinely loving the children and supportive of families. Parents highlight the safe, warm environment, quality meals, learning outcomes, and family-like atmosphere.

Caring and professional staffowner always available and involvedstrong parent relationships
Address
7815 Military Ave, Omaha, NE
Phone
(402) 934-5556
Kids First INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Kids First Inc in Lincoln receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, kind staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong educational programming and relationship-building focus. Families describe feeling part of a supportive community where children are genuinely loved and well-cared for.

Caring and kind staffsafe environmentchild development and learning (academics
Address
6024 L St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 489-8866
Tiny Town Usa
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Tiny Town USA is a highly-rated play facility in La Vista, Nebraska featuring imaginative role-play setups (market, salon, post office, etc.) in a converted warehouse. Parents consistently praise the clean facility, friendly staff, reasonable pricing, and ability to entertain children of various ages for extended periods while adults relax.

Clean facilityfriendly and patient staffimaginative play spaces with multiple themed areas
Address
9827 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE
Phone
(402) 614-6677
Willard Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Willard Community Center is a nonprofit organization serving southwest Lincoln's diverse community with early childhood education and care. Parents praise the attentive staff, safe environment, and affordable quality programs. The facility is undergoing renovation and expansion to serve more children and offer additional programs.

attentive staffsafe and supervised environmentaffordable quality care
Address
1245 S Folsom St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 475-0805
Westside Early Childhood - Underwood Hills Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
9030 Western Ave, Omaha, NE
Phone
(402) 390-8218
Education Explorers Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Education Explorers Learning Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for caring, communicative staff and strong leadership. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, curriculum, faith-based approach, and use of technology like Brightwheel for parent updates. The center maintains a personal, family-like environment despite growth across multiple locations.

Caring and responsive staffKind and engaged director and ownershipStrong communication with parents
Address
355 North 4th St, Arlington, NE
Phone
(402) 995-1752
Fremont Children'S Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Fremont Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive and love attending. Parents highlight the caring, consistent staff, clean facility, strong communication, and educational programming as key strengths. Multiple parents describe a smooth transition to daycare care and note their children are eager to return daily.

Caring and attentive staffconsistent caregiversclean and well-maintained facility
Address
2436 N Colorado St, Fremont, NE
Phone
(402) 727-4772

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Frequently asked questions

There are 774 child daycare & preschools daycares across Nebraska. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Nebraska are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Nebraska'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 Nebraska, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Nebraska 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 Nebraska 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.