Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Altoona, PA
Compare 23 child daycare & preschools in Altoona. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Altoona, Pennsylvania at a glance
- Programs
- 23
- Avg rating
- 4.03/5
- Parent reviews
- 131
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Altoona has 23 licensed child daycare & preschools with 131 parent reviews averaging 4.03/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 38% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 16601 (avg 4.73 stars), while 16602 has the largest selection (17 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Altoona
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.
- 1Tender Love For Chdn.Childcare Ps Kindergarten4.41 score4.7(7)
1401 12th Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 235 children
Tender Love for Children's Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the safe, organized environment and dedicated staff who treat children with care and respect. The facility offers programs from infants through pre-K with strong community reputation and state recognition. One negative review cited understaffing and poor front desk customer service.
Safe and secure facility with CCTVorganized operationscaring and dedicated staffstrong leadership and director oversight - 2Lily Pond School-Age Center4.4 score4.5(20)
4 Sheraton Dr, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 151 children
Lily Pond School-Age Center (also known as Kids First) receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented atmosphere. Parents report high-quality education, excellent communication, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is recommended for its professionalism, safety practices, and positive impact on child development.
Caring and dedicated stafffamily-oriented environmentstrong communication with parentsindividualized attention to children's needs - 3Time To Succeed Child Care And Early Learning Ctr3.84 score3.8(20)
1020 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 111 children
Parents consistently praise Time to Succeed for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Children reportedly feel comfortable, safe, and happy while developing socially and academically. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating strong parent satisfaction and staff retention.
Welcoming and kind staffindividual attention to each child's needsstaff consistency and longevityflexible scheduling accommodations - 4Begin With Us Child Care And Preschool,Bld B3.45 score3.3(19)
729 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children
Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Child Care and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. The center is commended for its play-based curriculum aligned with state standards, engaging extracurricular activities, and responsive administration. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and socially, with excellent preparation for kindergarten.
- 5Begin With Us Childcare And Preschool3.45 score3.3(19)
710 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 11 children
Begin With Us Childcare and Preschool in Altoona receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, praising the welcoming staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum aligned with early learning standards, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, safe environment, and excellent summer camp program.
welcoming and caring staffbright and organized classroomssafe and spaci - 6Begin With Us Child Care And Preschool3.45 score3.3(19)
711 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children
Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Child Care and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring teachers, engaging curriculum aligned with state standards, and excellent outdoor spaces. Families report their children thrive socially, emotionally, and developmentally while attending.
Welcoming and caring staffbright and well-organized classroomssafe and spacious playgroundhealthy fresh snacks - 7Begin With Us Childcare And Preschool3.45 score3.3(19)
703 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children
Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Childcare and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, benefit from varied extracurricular activities and field trips, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. Parents appreciate the responsive leadership and caring environment.
welcoming and caring staffbright and organized classroomssafe playground with ample outdoor spacehealthy fresh snacks provided daily
Rating Distribution
Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Altoona
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 131 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Altoona, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Altoona zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16601 | 8 | 4.73 | 3 | |
| 16602 | 17 | 3.82 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Altoona (11–235 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
9
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
3
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Altoona based on parent reviews
Tender Love For Chdn.Childcare Ps Kindergarten
1401 12th Ave, Altoona, PA
Tender Love for Children's Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the safe, organized environment and dedicated staff who treat children with care and respect. The facility offers programs from infants through pre-K with strong community reputation and state recognition. One negative review cited understaffing and poor front desk customer service.
Lily Pond School-Age Center
4 Sheraton Dr, Altoona, PA
Lily Pond School-Age Center (also known as Kids First) receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented atmosphere. Parents report high-quality education, excellent communication, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is recommended for its professionalism, safety practices, and positive impact on child development.
Stepping Stones Daycare And Ps INC
201 E Walton Ave, Altoona, PA
One parent describes the center as an excellent option for those seeking smaller class sizes and direct owner involvement, noting that children form lifelong friendships and were heartbroken leaving for kindergarten. Another reviewer expresses a strong desire to return to the facility.
Best Care Child Care
319 Sycamore St, Altoona, PA
One parent reports that their granddaughter is happy, makes friends, and looks forward to school daily, while another describes the staff as awesome and caring with a specific mention of Jami Sederes being a pleasure to work with.
Taylor'S Turf At The Learning Station
6 Cayuga Cir, Altoona, PA
Parents highlight the staff's welcoming and family-like approach, noting that their children enjoy the care provided. While one reviewer found the pricing reasonable, another reported that the contact number listed on Google was not working.
The Children'S Place Early Learning Ctr
4016 5th Ave, Altoona, PA
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Altoona, Pennsylvania
There are 23 child daycare & preschools in Altoona, Pennsylvania, making up 92% of the 25 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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Altoona have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.03 stars. Our analysis covers 131 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Altoona, 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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One parent describes the center as an excellent option for those seeking smaller class sizes and direct owner involvement, noting that children form lifelong friendships and were heartbroken leaving for kindergarten. Another reviewer expresses a strong desire to return to the facility.
- Address
- 201 E Walton Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 946-6018
- Quality
One parent reports that their granddaughter is happy, makes friends, and looks forward to school daily, while another describes the staff as awesome and caring with a specific mention of Jami Sederes being a pleasure to work with.
- Address
- 319 Sycamore St, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 946-6525
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- Address
- 845 37th St, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 941-1940
- Quality
Tender Love for Children's Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the safe, organized environment and dedicated staff who treat children with care and respect. The facility offers programs from infants through pre-K with strong community reputation and state recognition. One negative review cited understaffing and poor front desk customer service.
- Address
- 1401 12th Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 942-2382
- Quality
Lily Pond School-Age Center (also known as Kids First) receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented atmosphere. Parents report high-quality education, excellent communication, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is recommended for its professionalism, safety practices, and positive impact on child development.
- Address
- 4 Sheraton Dr, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 329-9114
- Quality
Parents highlight the staff's welcoming and family-like approach, noting that their children enjoy the care provided. While one reviewer found the pricing reasonable, another reported that the contact number listed on Google was not working.
- Address
- 6 Cayuga Cir, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 940-0783
- Address
- 4016 5th Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 943-3607
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Time to Succeed for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Children reportedly feel comfortable, safe, and happy while developing socially and academically. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating strong parent satisfaction and staff retention.
- Address
- 1020 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 946-6197
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Child Care and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. The center is commended for its play-based curriculum aligned with state standards, engaging extracurricular activities, and responsive administration. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and socially, with excellent preparation for kindergarten.
- Address
- 729 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 941-1061
- Quality
Begin With Us Childcare and Preschool in Altoona receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, praising the welcoming staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum aligned with early learning standards, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, safe environment, and excellent summer camp program.
- Address
- 710 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 941-1061
Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Child Care and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring teachers, engaging curriculum aligned with state standards, and excellent outdoor spaces. Families report their children thrive socially, emotionally, and developmentally while attending.
- Address
- 711 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 944-4653
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Childcare and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, benefit from varied extracurricular activities and field trips, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. Parents appreciate the responsive leadership and caring environment.
- Address
- 703 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 941-1061
- Quality
- Address
- 320 E. Pleasant Valley Blv, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 942-2162
- Address
- 284 Greenwood Rd, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 944-4144
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- 418 N 8th Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 943-3735
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- 2713 W Chestnut Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 943-3818
- Address
- 310 Cayuga Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 946-6840
- Quality
- Address
- 2024 26 6th Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 940-0822
- Address
- 108 W Ward Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 946-6839
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- Address
- 110 Cherry Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 949-9206
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- 701 Quail Ave, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 946-6095
- Address
- 3000 Ivyside Park, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 932-2332
- Address
- 1637 E Pleasant Valley, Altoona, PA
- Phone
- (814) 942-2422
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