How do I choose the right daycare in Pittsburgh?

When choosing a daycare in Pittsburgh, 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

What types of daycare are available in Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 238 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 7 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (238 Results)

Q: How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?

There are 238 child daycare & preschools daycares in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, out of 249 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Pennsylvania?

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 Pittsburgh for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pittsburgh

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.

A Place To Grow Learning Center Too, INC

4.76 score

5(16)

1331 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children

A Place to Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, well-organized facility. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, welcoming atmosphere, and strong educational preparation for children. Multiple reviewers report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilityopen communication with parentswelcoming atmosphere

A Place To Grow Learning Center, INC.

4.76 score

5(16)

106 Gamma Dr, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

A Place to Grow Learning Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility as the best daycare in the Pittsburgh area. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean and well-organized space with excellent facilities, strong communication, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilitylarge play and learning spacesstrong parent communication via app

Arsenal Family & Children'S Center

4.75 score

5(15)

336 S Aiken Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

Arsenal Family & Children's Center is a highly-regarded preschool in Pittsburgh with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the small teacher-to-student ratios, caring and experienced staff, play-based learning approach, and supportive developmental environment.

Small class sizeshigh teacher-to-student ratiosattentive and patient teachersplay-based curriculum

Sunnyside Daycare Center

4.69 score

5(11)

8075 Saltsburg Rd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children

Sunnyside Daycare Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the family-owned facility's caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment. Parents report their children have made significant developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. Multiple families relocating out of state expressed they would have continued enrollment if possible.

Experienced and professional stafffamily-oriented atmosphereaffordable pricingflexible scheduling

Castle Shannon Learning Center

4.69 score

4.9(16)

3750 Myrtle Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

The reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing - most reviews reference library services rather than daycare experiences. The few daycare-related comments praise learning activities and friendly staff.

Educational programs and lecturesart and craft activitiesfriendly and helpful staffcommunity resources

Mushroom Family Learning Center

4.65 score

4.9(13)

1240 Washington Rd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 8 children

Mushroom Family Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, strong communication, and focus on child development and social skills. The center is described as welcoming, warm, and a special place that families are grateful to have been part of.

Exceptionalcaringand patient teachersNurturing and warm environment

Ymca Of Pittsburgh/Homewood-Brushton Program Cente

4.6 score

4.8(15)

7140 Bennett St, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 129 children

Reviews are not relevant to daycare services. The facility appears to be a YMCA community center offering fitness classes, blood donation services, tax preparation assistance, and childwatch services. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, and welcoming atmosphere.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and well-maintained facilitygood equipmentspacious parking

Creative Minds Learning Center, LLC

4.55 score

4.8(11)

250 Mount Lebanon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

Creative Minds Learning Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive teaching staff, excellent communication, and their children's happiness and development at the center. Multiple families report significant improvements after transferring from other daycare facilities.

Caring and loving teachersexcellent parent communicationdaily updates via app and in-personchildren love attending

Milestones Child Care Center

4.5 score

5(5)

319 S Lang Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

Parents consistently praise Milestones Child Care Center for its caring staff, balanced approach to play-based learning with academic skills, and warm educational environment. Multiple parents highlight the quality of communication through the Brightwheel app, staff dedication to special events, and strong kindergarten preparation. All reviewers express satisfaction and would recommend the facility.

kind and caring teachersplay-based learning combined with early literacy and math skillssafety and health practicesgood communication and photo updates via Brightwheel app

Little Tots Academy

4.5 score

5(5)

4917 Friendship Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children

Little Tots Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, personal approach and family-like environment. Parents report their children made significant academic progress in reading, spelling, and other skills while forming strong bonds with teachers. The staff is noted for patience, flexibility, and going above and beyond to help children adjust and thrive.

caring and patient staffpersonalized attentionfamily environmentst

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

There are 238 child daycare & preschools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, making up 96% of the 249 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 Pittsburgh, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 238 child daycare & preschools daycares in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, out of 249 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 Pittsburgh, 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

Pittsburgh offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 238 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Pittsburgh for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Pittsburgh 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.

238 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania