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54 Child Daycare & Preschools in Las Cruces, New Mexico

Browse all 54 child daycare & preschools in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Las Cruces

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

    1800 S. Locust, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Kids N Christ Mothers Day Out is a preschool program (not full-time daycare) based at Calvary Baptist Church in Las Cruces. Parents praise the warm, welcoming community atmosphere, clean facilities, qualified Christian-oriented teachers, and the church's community support including food assistance programs.

    Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityquality Christian educationexperienced teachers
  2. 2
    Children'S Day Out
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    225 W. Griggs, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Children's Day Out is a church-based daycare and preschool program located in Las Vegas, New Mexico with consistently high ratings. Parents praise the facility for being clean, well-organized, and offering quality early childhood education in a loving, welcoming environment. The program has a strong reputation built over decades of service to the community.

    Beautiful facilitywell-organizedmodernized restroomsfriendly staff
  3. 3
    Nmprek-C Gym Magic
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    2341 Entrada Del Sol, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Gym Magic for its professional staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on children's development across gymnastics, swimming, and daycare programs. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children have gained confidence, skills, and a genuine love for attending classes. The family-oriented atmosphere and strong coach-student relationships are frequently cited as standout features.

    Patient and skilled coachesclean facilitieswell-mai
  4. 4

    225 W Griggs Ave, Las Cruces, NM · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Paul's Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the well-maintained facility, qualified and caring staff, and quality early childhood programs that provide a loving learning environment. The center benefits from its strong community presence and religious foundation.

    Beautiful and clean facilityfriendly and caring staffmodernized restroomsquality PreK and Early PreK programs
  5. 5
    Kidz Quest Academy
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1190 Foster Rd., Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kidz Quest Academy as an exceptional, family-oriented daycare where children feel safe, happy, and thrive academically and developmentally. Staff are described as genuinely caring, professional, and invested in individual children's growth. The center is noted for its structured daily schedule, engaging activities, family involvement in events, and clean, welcoming environment.

    Caring and professional stafffamily-owned atmospheresmall class sizesstructured daily schedule (meals
  6. 6
    Little Tumbleweed Daycare
    4.29 score
    4.4(13)

    4500 Bataan Memorial East, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Little Tumbleweed Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the nurturing, professional staff, clean facility, educational approach, and strong bonds formed with children. One negative review criticized management as rude and money-focused.

    caring and nurturing staffprofessional and polite employeesclean facilityeducational programs
  7. 7

    3860 Sonoma Springs, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children

    The Children's Garden on Sonoma receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, strong communication, and developmental support. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, and staff conduct with children.

    Kind and attentive staffclean facilityexcellent communication with parentsstrong early childhood development knowledge
  8. 8
    The Toy Box, LLC
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    2770 E. Missouri, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    Parents consistently praise THE TOY BOX for its caring, nurturing staff and positive impact on child development. Multiple long-term families report significant improvements in their children's social skills, confidence, and enthusiasm for school. The facility is described as a loving, well-rounded learning environment where children thrive.

    Caring and attentive staffpatient and nurturing teacherschildren show increased confidence and social developmentwelcoming atmosphere
  9. 9

    2000 Locust, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    Bright Beginning Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, safe, and welcoming center where children thrive academically and socially. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication, and a school-like environment with Christian values. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and would strongly recommend the center.

    caring and loving staffstrong teacher-child bondsexcellent parent communicationsafe and secure facility
  10. 10
    Kids Kountry Del Rey
    4.07 score
    4.1(15)

    3900 Del Rey Blvd, Las Cruces, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids Kountry Del Rey for its clean, well-maintained facility, caring and attentive staff, and strong developmental support for children. Multiple reviews highlight the director Rosa's active involvement and the teachers' individualized attention and communication with parents. Families report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care across all age groups.

    Clean facilitycaring and nurturing staffindividual attention to each childregular parent communication

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Las Cruces based on parent reviews

Kids N Christ Mothers Day Out

4.6(20)

1800 S. Locust, Las Cruces, NM

Kids N Christ Mothers Day Out is a preschool program (not full-time daycare) based at Calvary Baptist Church in Las Cruces. Parents praise the warm, welcoming community atmosphere, clean facilities, qualified Christian-oriented teachers, and the church's community support including food assistance programs.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityquality Christian education

Children'S Day Out

4.5(20)

225 W. Griggs, Las Cruces, NM

Children's Day Out is a church-based daycare and preschool program located in Las Vegas, New Mexico with consistently high ratings. Parents praise the facility for being clean, well-organized, and offering quality early childhood education in a loving, welcoming environment. The program has a strong reputation built over decades of service to the community.

Beautiful facilitywell-organizedmodernized restrooms

Nmprek-C Gym Magic

4.5(20)

2341 Entrada Del Sol, Las Cruces, NM

Parents consistently praise Gym Magic for its professional staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on children's development across gymnastics, swimming, and daycare programs. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children have gained confidence, skills, and a genuine love for attending classes. The family-oriented atmosphere and strong coach-student relationships are frequently cited as standout features.

Patient and skilled coachesclean facilitieswell-mai

Living Hope Montessori

5(3)

515 Foster, Las Cruces, NM

The Children'S Playhouse

5(3)

1309 Foster, Las Cruces, NM

Charlotte'S Place Preschool

5(3)

3100 Oak St., Las Cruces, NM

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Las Cruces, New Mexico

There are 54 child daycare & preschools in Las Cruces, New Mexico, making up 65% of the 83 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 Las Cruces, 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 Las Cruces

Showing 54 results

Kid'S Kountry
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2916 Maese Lane, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Alpha School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1205 East Madrid, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Living Hope Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
515 Foster, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Children'S Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1309 Foster, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Charlotte'S Place Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3100 Oak St., Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 635-4778
Adelante Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
406 West Griggs Avenue, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 571-4069
Kid'S Kountry Midtown Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
330 E. May, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 521-7000
Kids N Christ Mothers Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kids N Christ Mothers Day Out is a preschool program (not full-time daycare) based at Calvary Baptist Church in Las Cruces. Parents praise the warm, welcoming community atmosphere, clean facilities, qualified Christian-oriented teachers, and the church's community support including food assistance programs.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityquality Christian education
Address
1800 S. Locust, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 520-6810
Noahs Ark Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
5605 Bataan Memorial West, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children'S Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Children's Day Out is a church-based daycare and preschool program located in Las Vegas, New Mexico with consistently high ratings. Parents praise the facility for being clean, well-organized, and offering quality early childhood education in a loving, welcoming environment. The program has a strong reputation built over decades of service to the community.

Beautiful facilitywell-organizedmodernized restrooms
Address
225 W. Griggs, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Nmprek-C Gym Magic
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Gym Magic for its professional staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on children's development across gymnastics, swimming, and daycare programs. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children have gained confidence, skills, and a genuine love for attending classes. The family-oriented atmosphere and strong coach-student relationships are frequently cited as standout features.

Patient and skilled coachesclean facilitieswell-mai
Address
2341 Entrada Del Sol, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 523-1616
Little Tumbleweed Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Tumbleweed Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the nurturing, professional staff, clean facility, educational approach, and strong bonds formed with children. One negative review criticized management as rude and money-focused.

caring and nurturing staffprofessional and polite employeesclean facility
Address
4500 Bataan Memorial East, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kidz Quest Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Kidz Quest Academy as an exceptional, family-oriented daycare where children feel safe, happy, and thrive academically and developmentally. Staff are described as genuinely caring, professional, and invested in individual children's growth. The center is noted for its structured daily schedule, engaging activities, family involvement in events, and clean, welcoming environment.

Caring and professional stafffamily-owned atmospheresmall class sizes
Address
1190 Foster Rd., Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 373-8541
The Children'S Garden On Sonoma
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Children's Garden on Sonoma receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, strong communication, and developmental support. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, and staff conduct with children.

Kind and attentive staffclean facilityexcellent communication with parents
Address
3860 Sonoma Springs, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 644-4136
Kid'S Kountry Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1301 Hoagland, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Toy Box, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise THE TOY BOX for its caring, nurturing staff and positive impact on child development. Multiple long-term families report significant improvements in their children's social skills, confidence, and enthusiasm for school. The facility is described as a loving, well-rounded learning environment where children thrive.

Caring and attentive staffpatient and nurturing teacherschildren show increased confidence and social development
Address
2770 E. Missouri, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 541-1258
Bright Beginning Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Bright Beginning Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, safe, and welcoming center where children thrive academically and socially. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication, and a school-like environment with Christian values. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and would strongly recommend the center.

caring and loving staffstrong teacher-child bondsexcellent parent communication
Address
2000 Locust, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kid'S Kountry Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
401 South Walnut, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Discovery Child Development Ctr I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Discovery Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the staff's care, professionalism, and welcoming atmosphere. However, two one-star reviews describe serious concerns about child handling and recommend checking state licensing reports before enrolling.

Caring and professional staffwelcoming environmentchildren enjoy attending
Address
973 South Walnut, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 525-8180
Kids Kountry Del Rey
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Kids Kountry Del Rey for its clean, well-maintained facility, caring and attentive staff, and strong developmental support for children. Multiple reviews highlight the director Rosa's active involvement and the teachers' individualized attention and communication with parents. Families report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care across all age groups.

Clean facilitycaring and nurturing staffindividual attention to each child
Address
3900 Del Rey Blvd, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 652-4535
Jardin De Los Ninos
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Jardin de los Ninos receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the staff as kind and wonderful, and highlight affordable pricing on resale items. However, some parents express serious concerns about supervision and lack of transparency regarding incidents, while others cite high overall costs.

Kind and wonderful staffaffordable resale shop with good prices
Address
999 West Amador, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 522-2111
College Heights Kindergarten, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1210 Wofford, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Amigos Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Amigos Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents, who highlight the kind, professional, and caring staff. Parents report their children thrive in the energetic, inspiring learning environment and appreciate the secure facility, personalized attention, and clear communication about daily activities. The center is noted for successfully helping shy children with separation anxiety adjust quickly.

Kind and friendly staffprofessional environmentsafe and secure facility
Address
130 W Madrid Ave, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 222-1474
Nmsu School For Young Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
4101 Sam Steele, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Wonders Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1700 Luna St, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 496-2110
Discovery Child Development Ctriii
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Discovery Child Development Center III receives mixed reviews with a significant divide in parent experiences. Most reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, staff professionalism, and children's development and engagement. However, several parents report concerns about director leadership, staff conduct, and handling of incidents.

welcoming environmentstaff friendliness and professionalismchildren's enthusiasm and development
Address
995 East Farney, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 523-1606
Kid'S Kountry Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Kid's Kountry Place receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term parents who appreciate the caring teachers, learning activities, and communication, but serious safety concerns have been raised regarding incidents of children being left unsupervised after hours and in vehicles. Management and staff treatment issues have also been mentioned by some parents.

Caring and sweet teachersopen communication with parentschildren enjoy attending
Address
3704 Elks Drive, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kid'S Kountry Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Kid's Kountry Academy receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about their handling of children with special needs. While some parents praise staff and safety, multiple reviews report the facility terminated enrollment for a child with autism after initially claiming they could accommodate special needs.

Safety and securitystaff quality (Barbara mentioned positively)child happiness and enjoyment
Address
2401 S. Espina, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 640-7475
Lighthouse Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1555 E. University Avenue, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
(575) 202-9021
Discovery Child Development Ctr II
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Discovery Child Development Center II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with strong praise for staff care, cleanliness, curriculum quality, and child happiness. However, one parent reported serious billing issues and poor communication with management after unenrollment.

attentive and caring staffdetailed activity reportsclean facility
Address
3300 Del Rey Blvd, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 54 child daycare & preschools daycares in Las Cruces, New Mexico, out of 83 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 Las Cruces, 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
Las Cruces offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 54 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 15 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 12 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 Las Cruces for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Las Cruces 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.