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22 Child Daycare & Preschools in Farmington, New Mexico

Browse all 22 child daycare & preschools in Farmington, New Mexico. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Farmington

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

    4500 Wild Flower Mesa Dr, Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Gold Star Preschool in Farmington receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the quality of teachers and staff, noting significant academic progress and positive learning experiences for their children. The facility is described as offering comprehensive programs including bilingual support across multiple age groups.

    Excellent and caring teachers (Ms. IMs. JanMs. JenMs. Johanna
  2. 2
    Emmanuel Baptist Child
    4.68 score
    4.9(15)

    211 W 20th, Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 111 children

    Emmanuel Baptist Child Development Center in Farmington receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the welcoming church community, engaging spiritual leadership, and quality care from infancy through school age. Families highlight the loving atmosphere, Bible-based teachings, and strong children's ministry programs.

    Welcoming and caring staffBible-centered instructionengaging sermonsstrong children's ministry
  3. 3

    1115 N Auburn Ave, Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children

    A Gold Star Academy and CDC in Farmington receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, individual teachers by name, safe and fun learning environment, and their children's academic growth and enjoyment. The facility is highly recommended for quality childcare.

    Caring and attentive staffpassionate and patient teacherssafe environmentchild development and learning
  4. 4

    4301 Largo Street, Ste. H, Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    A Gold Star Academy & CDC - East receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, quality of instruction, safe learning environment, and visible child development. Multiple parents highlight specific teachers by name and recommend the facility highly to others.

    Caring and attentive staffQuality instruction and learning outcomesSafe and fun environmentResponsive director and administration
  5. 5
    Smiling Faces
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    520 West Elm Street, Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Smiling Faces receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and professional staff, safe environment, and strong learning outcomes. Parents highlight excellent communication between teachers and families, and commend the facility for putting children's needs first. Multiple parents express gratitude and trust in the daycare, with several planning to enroll additional children.

    Caring and professional staffsafe environmentstrong learning and developmental progressexcellent teacher-parent communication
  6. 6
    Casa Montessori
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    4300 College Blvd, Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

    Casa Montessori receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive academically and developmentally. Parents highlight the Montessori approach's effectiveness in creating a strong educational foundation, with children advancing early and excelling in subsequent schooling. Staff are frequently described as passionate, loving, and masterful in their teaching.

    Strong academic preparationmultilingual learning opportunitieschildren love attendingpassionate and caring staff
  7. 7

    2600 North Sullivan, Farmington, NM · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children

    Reviews describe Farmington Crossroads Community Church as a welcoming Bible-centered religious facility with friendly staff and a warm atmosphere. Parents and visitors consistently praise the community feel, quality of services, and the hospitality of staff members like Bill Simpkins and Amber.

    Welcoming and friendly staffBible-centered serviceswarm community atmospherequality sermons and music
  8. 8
    Kidz First
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    808 North Monterey, Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Parents consistently praise KIDZ FIRST for its warm, caring staff who treat children with kindness and respect. Multiple families report their children have thrived socially and developmentally, with the facility offering secure access, good hours, meals, and engaging activities. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center's compassionate leadership and quality care across multiple age groups.

    Caring and kind staffsecure building with code accesssmall classroomschild development and social skill growth
  9. 9

    5101 N. Dustin Ave., Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children

    Reviews highlight the welcoming and hospitable atmosphere of this faith-based center, with parents appreciating the community and spiritual environment. The facility is described as beautiful and accepting, with genuine members who create an inclusive setting for families.

    Welcoming communityhospitable staffbeautiful facilitygenuine and accommodating people
  10. 10
    San Juan College Child
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    4601 College Blvd., Farmington, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for San Juan College, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the college's academic programs, campus facilities, and community atmosphere. Staff interactions are consistently described as positive and helpful.

    Variety of quality programs and coursesclean and well-maintained campusaffordable pricingknowledgeable and helpful staff

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Farmington based on parent reviews

Nmprek-C A Gold Star-Crouch Mesa

5(14)

4500 Wild Flower Mesa Dr, Farmington, NM

Gold Star Preschool in Farmington receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the quality of teachers and staff, noting significant academic progress and positive learning experiences for their children. The facility is described as offering comprehensive programs including bilingual support across multiple age groups.

Excellent and caring teachers (Ms. IMs. JanMs. Jen

Emmanuel Baptist Child

4.9(15)

211 W 20th, Farmington, NM

Emmanuel Baptist Child Development Center in Farmington receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the welcoming church community, engaging spiritual leadership, and quality care from infancy through school age. Families highlight the loving atmosphere, Bible-based teachings, and strong children's ministry programs.

Welcoming and caring staffBible-centered instructionengaging sermons

A Gold Star Academy And Cdc

4.8(20)

1115 N Auburn Ave, Farmington, NM

A Gold Star Academy and CDC in Farmington receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, individual teachers by name, safe and fun learning environment, and their children's academic growth and enjoyment. The facility is highly recommended for quality childcare.

Caring and attentive staffpassionate and patient teacherssafe environment

A Gold Star Academy & Cdc - East

4.8(20)

4301 Largo Street, Ste. H, Farmington, NM

A Gold Star Academy & CDC - East receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, quality of instruction, safe learning environment, and visible child development. Multiple parents highlight specific teachers by name and recommend the facility highly to others.

Caring and attentive staffQuality instruction and learning outcomesSafe and fun environment

Smiling Faces

4.7(13)

520 West Elm Street, Farmington, NM

Smiling Faces receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and professional staff, safe environment, and strong learning outcomes. Parents highlight excellent communication between teachers and families, and commend the facility for putting children's needs first. Multiple parents express gratitude and trust in the daycare, with several planning to enroll additional children.

Caring and professional staffsafe environmentstrong learning and developmental progress

Casa Montessori

5(5)

4300 College Blvd, Farmington, NM

Casa Montessori receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive academically and developmentally. Parents highlight the Montessori approach's effectiveness in creating a strong educational foundation, with children advancing early and excelling in subsequent schooling. Staff are frequently described as passionate, loving, and masterful in their teaching.

Strong academic preparationmultilingual learning opportunitieschildren love attending

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Farmington, New Mexico

There are 22 child daycare & preschools in Farmington, New Mexico, making up 76% of the 29 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 Farmington, 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 Farmington

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Casa Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Casa Montessori receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive academically and developmentally. Parents highlight the Montessori approach's effectiveness in creating a strong educational foundation, with children advancing early and excelling in subsequent schooling. Staff are frequently described as passionate, loving, and masterful in their teaching.

Strong academic preparationmultilingual learning opportunitieschildren love attending
Address
4300 College Blvd, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 325-0656
Nmprek-C A Gold Star-Crouch Mesa
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Gold Star Preschool in Farmington receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the quality of teachers and staff, noting significant academic progress and positive learning experiences for their children. The facility is described as offering comprehensive programs including bilingual support across multiple age groups.

Excellent and caring teachers (Ms. IMs. JanMs. Jen
Address
4500 Wild Flower Mesa Dr, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 324-8697
Emmanuel Baptist Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Emmanuel Baptist Child Development Center in Farmington receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the welcoming church community, engaging spiritual leadership, and quality care from infancy through school age. Families highlight the loving atmosphere, Bible-based teachings, and strong children's ministry programs.

Welcoming and caring staffBible-centered instructionengaging sermons
Address
211 W 20th, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 325-0090
A Gold Star Academy And Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

A Gold Star Academy and CDC in Farmington receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, individual teachers by name, safe and fun learning environment, and their children's academic growth and enjoyment. The facility is highly recommended for quality childcare.

Caring and attentive staffpassionate and patient teacherssafe environment
Address
1115 N Auburn Ave, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 324-8697
A Gold Star Academy & Cdc - East
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

A Gold Star Academy & CDC - East receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, quality of instruction, safe learning environment, and visible child development. Multiple parents highlight specific teachers by name and recommend the facility highly to others.

Caring and attentive staffQuality instruction and learning outcomesSafe and fun environment
Address
4301 Largo Street, Ste. H, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 258-4282
Smiling Faces
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Smiling Faces receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and professional staff, safe environment, and strong learning outcomes. Parents highlight excellent communication between teachers and families, and commend the facility for putting children's needs first. Multiple parents express gratitude and trust in the daycare, with several planning to enroll additional children.

Caring and professional staffsafe environmentstrong learning and developmental progress
Address
520 West Elm Street, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 258-4049
Kidz First
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise KIDZ FIRST for its warm, caring staff who treat children with kindness and respect. Multiple families report their children have thrived socially and developmentally, with the facility offering secure access, good hours, meals, and engaging activities. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center's compassionate leadership and quality care across multiple age groups.

Caring and kind staffsecure building with code accesssmall classrooms
Address
808 North Monterey, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 325-8390
Pinon Hills Community - Promiselan
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews highlight the welcoming and hospitable atmosphere of this faith-based center, with parents appreciating the community and spiritual environment. The facility is described as beautiful and accepting, with genuine members who create an inclusive setting for families.

Welcoming communityhospitable staffbeautiful facility
Address
5101 N. Dustin Ave., Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 327-2395
San Juan College Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Note: The reviews provided are for San Juan College, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the college's academic programs, campus facilities, and community atmosphere. Staff interactions are consistently described as positive and helpful.

Variety of quality programs and coursesclean and well-maintained campusaffordable pricing
Address
4601 College Blvd., Farmington, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sunshine Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sunshine Learning Center has received overwhelmingly positive reviews following new ownership and management changes. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, safe environment, and noticeable improvements in their children's behavior and development. One negative review raised concerns about staff attentiveness, lack of curriculum discussion, and hygiene standards.

New ownership and managementcaring and attentive staffsafe environment
Address
500 North Orchard Avenue, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 326-5516
Childcare Castle
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Childcare Castle has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the welcoming staff, child development outcomes, and communication. Negative reviewers report serious concerns including alleged physical mistreatment, harsh discipline practices, and staff rudeness.

friendly and welcoming staffgood communication with parentschildren show behavioral improvement
Address
630 W. Elm St., Farmington, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Just Us Kids Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
6501 E. Main Street, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 325-7776
Nmprek-C Just Us Kids Farmington
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
6501 E Main St, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 325-7776
Kids Corner Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Kids Corner Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, individualized attention, and school readiness preparation. Negative reviews cite safety concerns, hygiene issues, staff management problems, and one report of disability discrimination.

Caring and loving staffindividualized attention to special needsstrong school readiness preparation
Address
2323 Bloomfield Hwy, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 325-5800
Rocinante Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3250 East 30th, Farmington, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children'S Discovery Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
620 West Pinon, Farmington, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Visions Employee Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5700 College Blvd., Farmington, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Pinon Hills Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5509 Sagebrush, Farmington, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kiddie Kamp
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kiddie Kamp receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the staff's caring approach and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, attentive care, and strong relationships their children have developed with caregivers. The director and owner are specifically commended for making families feel comfortable.

Loving and attentive stafffamily-like treatmentwelcoming environment
Address
2004 Brothers Ave., Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 325-9667
Kiddie Kamp Pre- K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1304 Schofield Ln., Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 326-7735
Fundamental Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
209 North Auburn Avenue, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 327-9073
Nmprek-P Esperanza Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4501 Wildflower Mesa Dr, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 599-8763

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Frequently asked questions

There are 22 child daycare & preschools daycares in Farmington, New Mexico, out of 29 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 Farmington, 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
Farmington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Farmington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Farmington 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.