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65 Child Daycare & Preschools in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Browse all 65 child daycare & preschools in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lancaster

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
    U-Gro Learning Centre
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    760 Indian Springs Dr, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children

    U-GRO Learning Centre in Lancaster, Pennsylvania receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight qualified, caring staff, strong leadership from Director Courtney, a nurturing learning environment, and excellent communication through their classroom app. Parents report their children have thrived across all age groups from infants through kindergarten.

    Qualified and caring teachersprofessional director who knows children by namesafe and clean
  2. 2

    115 S West End Ave, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Bountiful Blessings Early Education & Academics in Lancaster, PA receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong communication. Parents highlight the center's supportive approach to families facing financial difficulties and report their children are safe, happy, and making academic progress.

    Caring and professional staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication via Procare and Brightwheel appsaccommodating with tuition difficulties
  3. 3

    515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, PA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 198 children

    Bright Side Baptist Church is a highly-rated religious facility in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with consistently positive reviews (all 5/5 stars). Reviews highlight the welcoming community, strong spiritual leadership, and active involvement in serving families and the broader community.

    welcoming and kind staffstrong Bible teachingcommunity service opportunitieschildren's programs
  4. 4

    425 S Duke St, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    San Juan Bautista Learning Center is a Catholic church in Lancaster that offers bilingual services in Spanish and English. Parents praise the welcoming worship environment, kind staff, and community services including a thrift store and catechism classes.

    Bilingual servicescaring staffclean facilitiesmeaningful worship experience
  5. 5

    417 W Frederick St, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 213 children

    Parents consistently praise College Hill Children's Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who create a strong sense of community. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate significant developmental progress, and transition smoothly between age groups. The center is well-prepared academically, with strong administrative leadership and responsive communication with families.

    Warm and caring staffpersonalized attention to each child
  6. 6

    140 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

    Open Arms Christian Child Care Center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting caring and patient staff, strong academic preparation, Christian values, and significant child development progress. Parents express strong satisfaction and would recommend the facility to others.

    Caring and patient teachersChristian foundationclean and safe facilitystrong academic curriculum
  7. 7

    110 N Mulberry St, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    One parent gave a brief positive review of the daycare. However, most reviews appear to be about the church facility itself rather than the daycare services, making it difficult to assess the daycare program specifically.

    Parent reported it is a great daycarewelcoming atmospherewell-maintained facility
  8. 8
    Lancaster Day Care Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    150 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 139 children

    Parents consistently praise Lancaster Day Care Center (also called Lancaster Early Education Center/LEEC) for its safe, clean, and well-organized environment with qualified staff who focus on child development and emotional regulation. All reviewers highlight the center's structured approach, in-house food preparation, age-appropriate activities, strong parent communication, and nurturing atmosphere that helps children thrive. Multiple long-term families and parents recommend it as the best daycare option in the Lancaster area.

    Safe and supportive environmentconsistent standards and clear rulesclean and organized facilityin-house food preparation
  9. 9
    The Mix At Arbor Place
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    520 North St, Lancaster, PA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    The Mix at Arbor Place is a school-based program in Lancaster, Pennsylvania that receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, quality educational and enrichment activities, and strong community involvement. The program offers before and after-school care, homework assistance, summer programs, and extracurricular activities like yoga.

    Intentional teachingrespectful staffcaring and friendly employeesdiverse activities for children
  10. 10
    U-Gro Learning Centre
    4.34 score
    4.5(11)

    3001 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    Parents consistently praise U-Gro Learning Centre for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational programs. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily, with parents appreciating regular communication, included meals, and a clean, secure facility. Overall experience is described as positive with staff functioning as an extension of the family.

    caring and attentive staffstrong curriculum and school preparationregular parent communication with photos/videosincluded meals

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lancaster based on parent reviews

U-Gro Learning Centre

4.9(20)

760 Indian Springs Dr, Lancaster, PA

U-GRO Learning Centre in Lancaster, Pennsylvania receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight qualified, caring staff, strong leadership from Director Courtney, a nurturing learning environment, and excellent communication through their classroom app. Parents report their children have thrived across all age groups from infants through kindergarten.

Qualified and caring teachersprofessional director who knows children by namesafe and clean

Bountiful Blessings Early Education & Academics

4.8(14)

115 S West End Ave, Lancaster, PA

Bountiful Blessings Early Education & Academics in Lancaster, PA receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong communication. Parents highlight the center's supportive approach to families facing financial difficulties and report their children are safe, happy, and making academic progress.

Caring and professional staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication via Procare and Brightwheel apps

San Juan Bautista Learning Center

4.7(20)

425 S Duke St, Lancaster, PA

San Juan Bautista Learning Center is a Catholic church in Lancaster that offers bilingual services in Spanish and English. Parents praise the welcoming worship environment, kind staff, and community services including a thrift store and catechism classes.

Bilingual servicescaring staffclean facilities

College Hill Children'S Center

4.7(20)

417 W Frederick St, Lancaster, PA

Parents consistently praise College Hill Children's Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who create a strong sense of community. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate significant developmental progress, and transition smoothly between age groups. The center is well-prepared academically, with strong administrative leadership and responsive communication with families.

Warm and caring staffpersonalized attention to each child

Open Arms Christian Child Care Center

4.7(17)

140 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA

Open Arms Christian Child Care Center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting caring and patient staff, strong academic preparation, Christian values, and significant child development progress. Parents express strong satisfaction and would recommend the facility to others.

Caring and patient teachersChristian foundationclean and safe facility

Covenant Child Care Center

4.7(12)

110 N Mulberry St, Lancaster, PA

One parent gave a brief positive review of the daycare. However, most reviews appear to be about the church facility itself rather than the daycare services, making it difficult to assess the daycare program specifically.

Parent reported it is a great daycarewelcoming atmospherewell-maintained facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

There are 65 child daycare & preschools in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, making up 96% of the 68 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 Lancaster, 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 Lancaster

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U-Gro Learning Centre
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

U-GRO Learning Centre in Lancaster, Pennsylvania receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight qualified, caring staff, strong leadership from Director Courtney, a nurturing learning environment, and excellent communication through their classroom app. Parents report their children have thrived across all age groups from infants through kindergarten.

Qualified and caring teachersprofessional director who knows children by namesafe and clean
Address
760 Indian Springs Dr, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 898-8800
Quality
Bountiful Blessings Early Education & Academics
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Bountiful Blessings Early Education & Academics in Lancaster, PA receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong communication. Parents highlight the center's supportive approach to families facing financial difficulties and report their children are safe, happy, and making academic progress.

Caring and professional staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication via Procare and Brightwheel apps
Address
115 S West End Ave, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 945-5732
Open Arms Christian Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Open Arms Christian Child Care Center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting caring and patient staff, strong academic preparation, Christian values, and significant child development progress. Parents express strong satisfaction and would recommend the facility to others.

Caring and patient teachersChristian foundationclean and safe facility
Address
140 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 394-4147
Quality
San Juan Bautista Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

San Juan Bautista Learning Center is a Catholic church in Lancaster that offers bilingual services in Spanish and English. Parents praise the welcoming worship environment, kind staff, and community services including a thrift store and catechism classes.

Bilingual servicescaring staffclean facilities
Address
425 S Duke St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 283-3027
Quality
Covenant Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

One parent gave a brief positive review of the daycare. However, most reviews appear to be about the church facility itself rather than the daycare services, making it difficult to assess the daycare program specifically.

Parent reported it is a great daycarewelcoming atmospherewell-maintained facility
Address
110 N Mulberry St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 393-3156
Quality
College Hill Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise College Hill Children's Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who create a strong sense of community. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate significant developmental progress, and transition smoothly between age groups. The center is well-prepared academically, with strong administrative leadership and responsive communication with families.

Warm and caring staffpersonalized attention to each child
Address
417 W Frederick St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 509-9150
Quality
Lancaster Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Lancaster Day Care Center (also called Lancaster Early Education Center/LEEC) for its safe, clean, and well-organized environment with qualified staff who focus on child development and emotional regulation. All reviewers highlight the center's structured approach, in-house food preparation, age-appropriate activities, strong parent communication, and nurturing atmosphere that helps children thrive. Multiple long-term families and parents recommend it as the best daycare option in the Lancaster area.

Safe and supportive environmentconsistent standards and clear rulesclean and organized facility
Address
150 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 392-2741
Quality
Bright Start Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
2312 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 397-7529
Quality
U-Gro Learning Centre
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise U-Gro Learning Centre for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational programs. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily, with parents appreciating regular communication, included meals, and a clean, secure facility. Overall experience is described as positive with staff functioning as an extension of the family.

caring and attentive staffstrong curriculum and school preparationregular parent communication with photos/videos
Address
3001 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 581-1429
U-Gro Learning Centre
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

U-GRO Learning Centre receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the attentive and communicative staff, new leadership, and innovative community support features like their food pantry. One parent reported a negative experience regarding billing practices and claimed discriminatory treatment.

Attentive and caring staffstrong communicationpositive and patient leadership
Address
1641 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 393-3157
Quality
Lancaster Recreation Commission After Sc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Lancaster Recreation Commission After School Care is a multipurpose community facility that offers affordable childcare and after-school programs alongside various recreational activities. Parents praise the friendly staff, safe environment, and value for money compared to other providers. The facility has been serving families for many years with consistent positive experiences.

Friendly and caring staffaffordable pricingsafe environment
Address
525 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 392-2212
Quality
Lancaster Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews do not pertain to daycare services at Lancaster Family YMCA. The reviews discuss fitness facilities, gym equipment, pool amenities, and membership pricing rather than childcare or early education programs.

Friendly and helpful staffaffordable day passes and membership rateswell-maintained facilities with diverse equipment
Address
265 Harrisburg Ave, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 393-9620
Quality
Grace Place Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
517 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 291-1026
Quality
Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for individual therapists and quality of care, but significant complaints about administrative responsiveness and communication. Parents highlight caring and skilled physical, occupational, and speech therapists, though some report difficulties reaching the facility and concerns about management and accessibility.

Knowledgeable and caring therapistsinteractive and patient staffquality equipment and techniques
Address
625 Community Way, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 393-3043
Quality
Good Start Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Good Start Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the quality of staff, educational activities, and family-oriented approach, with many expressing long-term satisfaction and recommending the center strongly.

Knowledgeable and caring staffchildren's learning and developmentengaging daily activities
Address
558 High St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 945-7240
Quality
Lampeter-Strasburg Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Lampeter-Strasburg YMCA in Lancaster is highly regarded with mostly positive reviews praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and quality programs including summer camp. Parents consistently highlight excellent customer service and well-maintained equipment, though one reviewer noted concerns about childwatch supervision.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffquality summer camp programs with engaging counselors
Address
800 Village Rd, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 464-4000
Quality
Mom'S House Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Mom's House Day Care Center is a program designed to support single parents pursuing education with affordable childcare. Most parents praise the exceptional staff, family-like atmosphere, monthly parent meetings, and additional resources like food and clothing banks. One parent reported a staff conflict that led to withdrawal from the program.

Affordable scholarships for working/student parentsprofessional and caring stafffamily-oriented environment
Address
415 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 396-6913
Learning Ladder Schools
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Learning Ladder Schools receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Most parents praise staff warmth, engagement, and care quality, but recent reviews raise serious safety concerns including overcapacity issues, inadequate incident reporting, and supervision gaps.

Warm and welcoming staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsflexible scheduling
Address
417 Granite Run Dr, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 560-0041
Quality
Fresh Start Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Fresh Start Childcare receives polarized reviews with a sharp divide between highly satisfied and very dissatisfied parents. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and educational activities, while negative reviews cite serious concerns about cleanliness, staff professionalism, supervision ratios, and communication.

caring and friendly stafffamily-like environmenteducational curriculum
Address
515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 490-0678
Community Action Program Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Community Action Program Child Care in Lancaster receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the staff, learning environment, and responsiveness of certain employees like Janeris Garcia and Michelle Fisher. However, several reviewers report significant difficulties reaching the office by phone or email, and some express concerns about lack of support services.

Amazing staffawesome learning environment for infants and toddlersfast email responses
Address
601 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 299-9730
Quality
Kindercare Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Centers in Lancaster, Pennsylvania receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, strong communication, and supportive learning environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making developmental progress.

Caring and welcoming staffexcellent daily communication via photos and updatesattentive directors (Jill and Amanda specifically mentioned)
Address
1849 Charter Ln, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 393-3069
Quality
King Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
455 S Duke St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 392-2212
Chesterbrook Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Chesterbrook Academy in Lancaster receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and comprehensive curriculum. Many highlight the center's flexibility, special programs like Club Connect for virtual learning, and the strong relationships children develop with teachers.

Caring and professional staffexcellent daily communication via app and emailclean facilities
Address
808 Estelle Dr, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 898-8350
City Line Child Care & Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
880 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 393-3363
Rohrerstown Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2200 Noll Dr, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 299-9713
Quality
Lancaster Ywca Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews for Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center are mixed. While some reviewers praise support services and community programs, others report significant issues with staff communication, behavioral management in after-school programs, and inconsistent service quality.

Supportive staffcounseling servicessummer camp and after-school programs
Address
110 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 393-3174
Quality
Montessori Academy Of Lancaster
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2750 Weaver Rd, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 560-0082
Quality
Hildebrandt Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2423 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 656-6404
Salvation Army (School Age Care)
Child Daycare & Preschools

This Salvation Army location in Lancaster, PA has no Google reviews specifically about their school age care program. Available reviews focus on the organization's broader community services, highlighting staff professionalism, community support programs, and welcoming atmosphere. Parents and community members consistently praise the organization's compassion and helpfulness.

Caring and professional staffwelcoming community atmospherehelpful social services (food bank
Address
131 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 397-7757
Centerville Elementary School Sacc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
901 Centerville Rd, Lancaster, PA
Phone
(717) 898-8310
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 65 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, out of 68 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 Lancaster, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Lancaster offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 65 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Pennsylvania 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 Lancaster for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lancaster must be licensed by Pennsylvania'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.