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271 Child Daycare & Preschools in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Browse all 271 child daycare & preschools in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Albuquerque

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
    Children Of Faith Preschool
    4.78 score
    5(18)

    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.

    Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachersstrong director leadershipsmall class sizes
  2. 2
    Hoffmantown Kids Express
    4.75 score
    5(15)

    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.

    Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic preparationsmall class sizesChristian/spiritual foundation
  3. 3
    Noah'S Ark East Childrens Center
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    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.

    Caring and welcoming staffClean facilityKindergarten preparationVideo monitoring for safety
  4. 4
    Children'S Choice Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    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.

    Loving and caring teacherssafe environmentage-appropriate activities and learning plansexcellent communication with parents
  5. 5
    Children'S Promise Centers
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    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.

    Clean facilityfriendly and patient teachershealthy food optionsdaily app updates
  6. 6
    Happy Feet Child Care
    4.68 score
    4.9(15)

    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.

    Warm and caring staffprofessional teachersexcellent parent communicationphoto updates
  7. 7
    Albuquerque Pre-School Co
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    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.

    Play-based curriculumengaged and caring teachersstrong emphasis on artSpanish lessons
  8. 8
    Eastern Hills Baptist Pre
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    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.

    Welcoming and kind staffwarm and loving environmentcaring pastor and leadershipstrong biblical teaching
  9. 9
    Precious Moments Child Care
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    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.

    Caring and attentive staffprofessional teachersexcellent communicationclean facilities
  10. 10
    Milestone Montessori Preschool LLC
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    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.

    Professional and caring staffstrong communication with parentssafety prioritizationfresh daily meals

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Albuquerque based on parent reviews

Children Of Faith Preschool

5(18)

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.

Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachersstrong director leadership

Hoffmantown Kids Express

5(15)

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.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic preparationsmall class sizes

Noah'S Ark East Childrens Center

4.9(20)

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.

Caring and welcoming staffClean facilityKindergarten preparation

Children'S Choice Preschool

4.9(20)

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.

Loving and caring teacherssafe environmentage-appropriate activities and learning plans

Children'S Promise Centers

4.9(20)

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.

Clean facilityfriendly and patient teachershealthy food options

Happy Feet Child Care

4.9(15)

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.

Warm and caring staffprofessional teachersexcellent parent communication

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Albuquerque, New Mexico

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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Albuquerque

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Abc Preschool - Coors
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

ABC Preschool - Coors has highly polarized reviews reflecting significant management changes. Parents praise the current director Ms. Rachel/Dana and existing staff for excellent care, curriculum, and family-like treatment, but give damaging accounts of a previous director's tenure marked by poor management, safety concerns, and unprofessional conduct.

Strong educational curriculumcaring and friendly staffexcellent director leadership (current)
Address
9170 Coors Blvd. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 898-0078
Tomasita Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
701 Tomasita N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Our Place Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Our Place Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, attentive director, and clean facility. However, two recent negative reviews cite serious concerns including poor hygiene practices, failure to accommodate dietary restrictions, and alleged mistreatment of children and staff.

Caring and attentive staffresponsive managementclean facility
Address
4714 Indian School Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Alamosa Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
6900 Gonzales S.W., Suite A, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Abundant Life Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Abundant Life Christian Preschool receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise personalized instruction, staff professionalism, and support for special needs students. However, negative reviews report serious concerns including bullying, inappropriate content exposure, abusive disciplinary practices, and misleading evangelical mission alignment.

personalized teachingstaff professionalism and helpfulnessspecial needs support
Address
2851 Arenal Rd. Sw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 877-7772
Cabq Alamosa Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
6900 Gonzales Rd Sw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 767-6500
Smiling Faces Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Smiling Faces Child Care Center in Albuquerque has received overwhelmingly negative reviews, with parents reporting allegations of neglect, abuse, unprofessional staff conduct, and ongoing legal action for negligence. One positive review praised the facility, while multiple 1-star reviews describe physical injuries, inadequate diaper changes, staff bullying, and inappropriate social media behavior by employees.

Clean facilitylearning and play areassome staff members described as awesome
Address
2445 Chelwood Park Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sandia Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Sandia Learning Center in Albuquerque has one 5-star review praising staff quality, but is overwhelmingly criticized in eight 1-star reviews. Major complaints include alleged child neglect, physical abuse, unexplained bruises and rashes, staff unprofessionalism, and ongoing litigation for negligence.

Clean facilitygood learning and play areassome staff members are described as awesome
Address
2433 Chelwood Park N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Cabq Duranes Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.5
Address
2436 Zickert Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 767-6500
Trumbull Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
419 Pennsylvania S.E., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Lit'L Lamb Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
425 Western Skies Se, #4, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Downtown Day Care & Presc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1105 Candelaria Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
New Futures School (Aps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5400 Cutler Avenue Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Southwest Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools

Southwest Child Care receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, safe facilities, and positive learning environment where children are happy and engaged.

Kind and caring staffchild happiness and enthusiasmstrong communication with parents
Address
11800 Lomas N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 294-2233
Bluebird Day Care & Learn
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1512k Wyoming Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 294-3635
La Petite Academy INC 7278
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Inc 7278 receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's friendliness, professionalism, and dedication. Parents highlight the quality of care, structured learning activities, and excellent communication through daily updates and live camera access. Children are reported to be engaged, happy, and excited to attend.

friendly and dedicated staffstructured learning with balance of fun and academicslive camera access
Address
5701 Redlands Rd. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kinder Care Learning Ct
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Centers in Albuquerque for exceptional staff care, warm family-like environment, and strong child development across social, emotional, and academic areas. Families appreciate the attentive communication, nutritious meals, creative activities, and genuine dedication of teachers who make children feel valued and safe.

Kind and patient staffwelcoming environmentstrong communication via app and photos
Address
5701 Mc Leod Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kinder Care #325
Child Daycare & Preschools

KINDER CARE #325 in Albuquerque receives predominantly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's compassion, communication, and attentiveness to children's development and safety. Parents highlight the director Penny's leadership and the center's use of daily updates through their app. One review raises concerns about staff attentiveness and management responsiveness in the infant room.

Compassionate and caring staffstrong communication with parentsattentive to special needs
Address
5101 Montano Rd. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Longfellow Child Development Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 Edith N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 767-6500
St. Therese School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
311 Shropshire Pl. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Albuq. Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7201b Montgomery Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Crestview Sda Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6000 Ouray Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Our Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1111 Eubank Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
La Petite Academy INC 7281
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise La Petite Academy for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend daily, with parents appreciating the regular updates via app and live camera access. Management is noted as communicative, organized, and supportive of both children and families.

Caring and attentive teachersclean facilitydaily updates via app with photos/videos
Address
7050 Barstow Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kinder-Care Learning Cent
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center for its caring, dedicated staff who treat children with individual attention and genuine affection. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, responsive communication from teachers, and supportive leadership, particularly Director Debbie. Families report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving, with the center successfully accommodating children with various needs.

Caring and passionate staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsresponsive communication with parents
Address
4515 Lower Terrace Circl, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
La Puerta De Los Ninos
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3701 Carlisle Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Evangel Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4501 Montgomery, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids Country Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5555 Montgomery Ne/Suite 18, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kinder Care #1493
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KINDER CARE #1493 for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending, and parents appreciate regular communication through the app and visible academic/emotional progress. The facility is described as clean, professionally run, and led by warm, welcoming leadership.

Caring and attentive staffregular app updates with photos and progress reportsclean and well-maintained facility
Address
9111 High Assets Way, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
El Pueblo Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
595 El Pueblo Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 271 child daycare & preschools daycares in Albuquerque, New Mexico, out of 349 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 Albuquerque, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Mexico's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Mexico)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Albuquerque offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 271 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 23 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 13 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 42 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 New Mexico 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 Albuquerque for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Albuquerque must be licensed by New Mexico'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.