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11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Silver City, New Mexico

Browse all 11 child daycare & preschools in Silver City, New Mexico. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Silver City

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
    Western New Mexico Univ. Harrison
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    4042 Hwy 90 South, Silver City, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for Western New Mexico University, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the beautiful campus, friendly staff, affordability, small class sizes, and cultural offerings like the pottery museum and campus events.

    Beautiful campusfriendly and welcoming staffaffordable tuitionsmall class sizes
  2. 2
    Western New Mexico University Jose
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    1625 Little Walnut Rd., Silver City, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    These reviews appear to be for Western New Mexico University rather than its daycare center. Reviewers praise the beautiful campus, friendly staff, small class sizes, and various university amenities and events. No actual daycare-specific feedback is provided.

    Beautiful campusfriendly and welcoming staffsmall class sizesknowledgeable professors

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Silver City based on parent reviews

Western New Mexico Univ. Harrison

4.3(20)

4042 Hwy 90 South, Silver City, NM

Note: The reviews provided are for Western New Mexico University, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the beautiful campus, friendly staff, affordability, small class sizes, and cultural offerings like the pottery museum and campus events.

Beautiful campusfriendly and welcoming staffaffordable tuition

Western New Mexico University Jose

4.3(20)

1625 Little Walnut Rd., Silver City, NM

These reviews appear to be for Western New Mexico University rather than its daycare center. Reviewers praise the beautiful campus, friendly staff, small class sizes, and various university amenities and events. No actual daycare-specific feedback is provided.

Beautiful campusfriendly and welcoming staffsmall class sizes

El Grito INC. (Cooper)

5(1)

303 South Cooper, Silver City, NM

Nmprek-P Silver Scholars Academy Preschool

4(1)

2810 N. Swan St, Silver City, NM

Baby Boot Camp Child Care Center

3(2)

1211 Swan, Silver City, NM

Baby Boot Camp 1child Care Center

3(2)

2609 Camino Del Bosque, Silver City, NM

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Daycare types in Silver City

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Silver City, New Mexico

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Silver City, New Mexico, making up 79% of the 14 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 Silver City, 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 Silver City

Showing 11 results

El Grito INC. (Cooper)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
303 South Cooper, Silver City, NM
Phone
(575) 538-5459
Western New Mexico Univ. Harrison
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Note: The reviews provided are for Western New Mexico University, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the beautiful campus, friendly staff, affordability, small class sizes, and cultural offerings like the pottery museum and campus events.

Beautiful campusfriendly and welcoming staffaffordable tuition
Address
4042 Hwy 90 South, Silver City, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Western New Mexico University Jose
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be for Western New Mexico University rather than its daycare center. Reviewers praise the beautiful campus, friendly staff, small class sizes, and various university amenities and events. No actual daycare-specific feedback is provided.

Beautiful campusfriendly and welcoming staffsmall class sizes
Address
1625 Little Walnut Rd., Silver City, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Nmprek-P Silver Scholars Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2810 N. Swan St, Silver City, NM
Phone
(575) 956-2140
Baby Boot Camp Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1211 Swan, Silver City, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Baby Boot Camp 1child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2609 Camino Del Bosque, Silver City, NM
Phone
(575) 388-2620
Western N. M. Univ. Preschool/Chil
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12th Street And Virginia, Silver City, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Fumcsc Little Lambs Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
300 W. College, Silver City, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Turtleback Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2609 Camino Del Bosque, Silver City, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Calvary Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3001 Hwy 90 South, Silver City, NM
Phone
(575) 388-4478
Guadalupe Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1731 N. Alabama St., Silver City, NM
Phone
(575) 388-3343

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Silver City, New Mexico, out of 14 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 Silver City, 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
Silver City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church 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 Silver City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Silver City 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.