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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lock Haven, PA

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Lock Haven. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lock Haven, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Lock Haven offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.65/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lock Haven

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
    Infant Development Program
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    980 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    Infant Development Program in Lock Haven receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming environment and staff attentiveness to children's needs. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staffing levels, special needs support, and lack of classroom visibility for parents.

    Great staffwelcoming environmentearly identification of children's needshelpful with interventions
  2. 2
    Lock Haven Ymca Child Care Services
    4.07 score
    4.1(12)

    145 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Lock Haven YMCA Child Care Services receives mixed reviews averaging 4.1/5. While customers praise the friendly staff, affordability, and family-friendly atmosphere, concerns include inconsistent published hours, equipment maintenance issues, and billing/cancellation problems.

    Kind and friendly staffinexpensive membershipfamily-friendlyhealth and wellness focus

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Lock Haven

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lock Haven (52–110 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lock Haven based on parent reviews

Infant Development Program

4.5(6)

980 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA

Infant Development Program in Lock Haven receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming environment and staff attentiveness to children's needs. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staffing levels, special needs support, and lack of classroom visibility for parents.

Great staffwelcoming environmentearly identification of children's needs

Lock Haven Day Care Center

5(1)

165 Susquehanna Ave, Lock Haven, PA

One parent reports that their children enjoyed attending this center-based daycare. The single review provided highlights a positive experience without noting specific operational details.

children enjoyed the facility

Lock Haven Ymca Child Care Services

4.1(12)

145 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA

Lock Haven YMCA Child Care Services receives mixed reviews averaging 4.1/5. While customers praise the friendly staff, affordability, and family-friendly atmosphere, concerns include inconsistent published hours, equipment maintenance issues, and billing/cancellation problems.

Kind and friendly staffinexpensive membershipfamily-friendly

Mom'S

5

225 E Church St, Lock Haven, PA

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. 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 Lock Haven have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lock Haven, 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 Lock Haven

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Lock Haven Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their children enjoyed attending this center-based daycare. The single review provided highlights a positive experience without noting specific operational details.

children enjoyed the facility
Address
165 Susquehanna Ave, Lock Haven, PA
Phone
(570) 748-8477
Quality
Mom'S
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
225 E Church St, Lock Haven, PA
Phone
(570) 748-8250
Quality
Infant Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Infant Development Program in Lock Haven receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming environment and staff attentiveness to children's needs. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staffing levels, special needs support, and lack of classroom visibility for parents.

Great staffwelcoming environmentearly identification of children's needs
Address
980 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA
Phone
(570) 748-8393
Quality
Lock Haven Ymca Child Care Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Lock Haven YMCA Child Care Services receives mixed reviews averaging 4.1/5. While customers praise the friendly staff, affordability, and family-friendly atmosphere, concerns include inconsistent published hours, equipment maintenance issues, and billing/cancellation problems.

Kind and friendly staffinexpensive membershipfamily-friendly
Address
145 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA
Phone
(570) 748-8673
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lock Haven have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lock Haven, 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
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 Lock Haven for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lock Haven 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.