
Browse all 271 child daycare & preschools in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
10000 Spain N.E., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children
Children of Faith Preschool in Albuquerque receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and director Jennifer. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially in a clean, well-equipped facility with small class sizes.
8888 Harper Drive Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 228 children
Hoffmantown Kids Express receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, strong academic curriculum, and Christian foundation. Parents consistently report that their children love attending, develop strong foundational skills, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The program is noted for its small class sizes, engaging community events, and caring leadership.
4525 Morris N.E., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children
Noah's Ark East Children's Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and welcoming staff, clean facility, strong kindergarten preparation, and their children's happiness and improved social skills. The center's video monitoring, parental involvement opportunities, and thoughtful approach to separation anxiety are also frequently mentioned as key strengths.
6501 Lomas Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice Academy for its warm, caring, and safe environment with highly attentive staff. Children show genuine enthusiasm for school and developmental progress. Multiple parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the teachers' care.
12855 Eastridge Ave. Nw, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Promise Centers for its clean facility, caring and dedicated staff, and strong communication through daily app updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers (Ms. Crystal, Selena, Nora, Missy, and others) for their patience, compassion, and commitment to child development. Parents report feeling reassured and comfortable leaving their children in this center's care.
1133 Dakota St. Se, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Happy Feet Child Care receives consistently perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, warm demeanor, and attention to individual child needs, along with excellent parent communication and age-appropriate educational activities.
606 Candelaria N.W., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children
Albuquerque Preschool Co-op is a highly-regarded play-based preschool with engaged, caring teachers and a strong community focus. Parents praise the curriculum variety, emphasis on child development, and hands-on parent involvement through required volunteer participation. Multiple families report significant developmental gains and describe the school as exceeding their expectations.
3100 Morris Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children
Reviews praise Eastern Hills Baptist Pre-K for its welcoming staff, warm community atmosphere, and strong leadership. Parents consistently highlight the caring nature of the pastor and staff, as well as the church's biblical teaching and fellowship opportunities. The facility is noted for its beautiful building and excellent acoustics.
6711 Churchill Sw, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children
Precious Moments Child Care in Albuquerque receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and ability to meet children's individual needs including those with sensory processing disorder and autism. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and thriving at the center.
8022 Chico Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Milestone Montessori Preschool receives outstanding feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff led by owners Laura and Ivan. Parents consistently report excellent communication, safety practices, fresh daily meals, and strong child development outcomes. The facility is described as family-oriented with competitive rates and willingness to accommodate individual family needs.
Highest rated daycares in Albuquerque based on parent reviews
10000 Spain N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Children of Faith Preschool in Albuquerque receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and director Jennifer. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially in a clean, well-equipped facility with small class sizes.
8888 Harper Drive Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Hoffmantown Kids Express receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, strong academic curriculum, and Christian foundation. Parents consistently report that their children love attending, develop strong foundational skills, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The program is noted for its small class sizes, engaging community events, and caring leadership.
4525 Morris N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Noah's Ark East Children's Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and welcoming staff, clean facility, strong kindergarten preparation, and their children's happiness and improved social skills. The center's video monitoring, parental involvement opportunities, and thoughtful approach to separation anxiety are also frequently mentioned as key strengths.
6501 Lomas Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice Academy for its warm, caring, and safe environment with highly attentive staff. Children show genuine enthusiasm for school and developmental progress. Multiple parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the teachers' care.
12855 Eastridge Ave. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Parents consistently praise Children's Promise Centers for its clean facility, caring and dedicated staff, and strong communication through daily app updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers (Ms. Crystal, Selena, Nora, Missy, and others) for their patience, compassion, and commitment to child development. Parents report feeling reassured and comfortable leaving their children in this center's care.
1133 Dakota St. Se, Albuquerque, NM
Happy Feet Child Care receives consistently perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, warm demeanor, and attention to individual child needs, along with excellent parent communication and age-appropriate educational activities.
There are 271 child daycare & preschools in Albuquerque, New Mexico, making up 78% of the 349 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 Albuquerque, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Building Bridges Child Development receives mixed reviews. Most recent parents praise the clean facility, respectful treatment, and quality care. However, some parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, poor incident reporting, improper item management, and harsh disciplinary practices.
Kid's World Coors LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, skilled staff, responsive communication, convenient services like school pickup, and personalized attention to each child's needs and development.
Busy Bees Child Care has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the staff's care and professionalism, with parents highlighting the owner Jennifer and staff members like Jenn, Carissa, and Mrs. Kasey as dedicated and family-oriented. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious concerns including inappropriate discipline, physical harm to children, poor communication, and inflexible refund policies.
Children's Choice at Georgia O'Keeffe receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring staff, engaging activities, field trips, and safe environment. One parent expressed concerns about curriculum content, specifically activities involving deities and Harry Potter-themed lessons that they felt conflicted with their religious values.
UNM Children's Campus receives mostly positive reviews (6 five-star ratings) praising the educational programming, small class sizes, qualified teachers, and comprehensive activities. However, two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about child safety, inadequate responses to bullying and physical altercations, and staff conduct issues.
Joyas Del Futuro receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication, curriculum quality, low teacher turnover, and flexible hours. However, a few parents reported serious concerns including health and safety issues, alleged child mistreatment, and unprofessional handling of complaints.
Parents consistently praise Albuquerque Nursery School for its cleanliness, caring staff, and safe environment. Multiple reviewers highlight staff attentiveness, educational programming, and before/aftercare services. The facility is frequently recommended by parents who feel confident leaving their children there.
Altamonte Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Families report their children learn and thrive in a welcoming environment with caring, professional staff. Parents particularly highlight the director Jeanette's responsiveness and the center's ability to accommodate special needs and dietary requirements.
Parents consistently praise Caritas Felices for its caring, stable staff with low turnover, bilingual instruction, and individualized attention to children's needs. The center is commended for extended hours, welcoming atmosphere, and children's visible happiness and development. Multiple parents report their children transitioned from previous daycares where they were unhappy to thriving here.
Parents consistently praise Kids Academy Child Learning Center as a warm, family-oriented facility with caring and professional staff. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the loving environment, quality meals, educational activities, and strong leadership from owners Tim and Julie. Parents report feeling confident their children are safe and thriving.
Joyas del Futuro - Bridge has mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness and kindness. However, one parent reported serious concerns about child discipline practices, including abrupt dismissals without proper notice and unwillingness to work with families whose children have behavioral issues.
Little Flower Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, bilingual staff, supportive approach to child development, and strong communication between teachers and families. Multiple parents report their children transitioned from struggling at other daycares to thriving at Little Flower.
Tres Manos receives mixed reviews with strong praise for staff-child relationships and diversity, but serious concerns about aggressive staff behavior toward young children. Multiple parents report witnessing yelling and harsh discipline during outdoor activities and transitions.
Play to Learn receives overwhelmingly positive feedback with most parents praising the staff, director, and curriculum. The facility is described as clean, safe, and professional with caring employees. However, a small number of reviews raise concerns about inconsistent staff quality and safety issues.
Eastern Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff warmth, child development support, and bilingual education, though one detailed negative review documents serious safety, hygiene, and communication concerns including inadequate supervision, poor sanitation, and failure to address a child's special needs.
Calico Butterfly Preschool has highly polarized reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, educational activities, playground improvements, and director Marisol's leadership and responsiveness. However, three one-star reviews from former parents and an ex-employee allege serious concerns under a different director named Linda, including poor supervision, neglect, unsanitary conditions, and mistreatment of both staff and children.
Learn and Play (also known as Jeanie's Child Development Center) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the caring staff, flexible hours, and play-based learning approach. However, one recent negative review describes an interaction with the owner as dismissive and unprofessional regarding a child's health concern.
Little Blessings has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, bilingual education, and personalized attention to children. Negative reviewers report serious concerns including neglect, discrimination against special needs children, poor communication, and inadequate supervision.
Caja de Juguete Child Development Center receives highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the staff, learning programs, and communication, while four parents report serious concerns including inadequate feeding, unexplained injuries, unresponsive management, high staff turnover, and billing issues.
Parents consistently praise Kidz Academy for its clean facilities, warm and welcoming staff, and quality educational programs including bilingual instruction and developmental activities. Children show measurable progress in academics, speech, and social skills, with parents noting improved health and behavior since enrollment.
Beginning Steps Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with an average rating of 4.7/5 across 10 reviews. Parents praise the staff's caring nature, communication, and attentiveness to their children's development and needs.
NOTE: These reviews appear to be for an apartment complex, not a daycare center. Reviews are mixed, with praise for property manager Debbie and the quiet neighborhood, but significant complaints about inconsistent management, poor communication, maintenance issues, and security concerns.
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