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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Amherst, WI

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Amherst. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Amherst, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Amherst offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Amherst

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.

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    Amherst'S Own Child Care INC
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    235 Lincoln St, Amherst, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

    Amherst's Own Child Care Inc receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and committed staff, friendly atmosphere, and quality learning environment. Children are reported to be happy and well-loved at this center-based facility.

    caring staffcommitted to communityfriendly staffchildren love attending

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Amherst

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Amherst (16–25 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Amherst based on parent reviews

Amherst'S Own Child Care INC

5(5)

235 Lincoln St, Amherst, WI

Amherst's Own Child Care Inc receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and committed staff, friendly atmosphere, and quality learning environment. Children are reported to be happy and well-loved at this center-based facility.

caring staffcommitted to communityfriendly staff

Young Blessings Preschool

5

293 S Main St, Amherst, WI

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Amherst, Wisconsin

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Amherst, Wisconsin. 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 Amherst have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Amherst, 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 Amherst

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Young Blessings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
293 S Main St, Amherst, WI
Phone
(715) 824-5615
Quality
Amherst'S Own Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Amherst's Own Child Care Inc receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and committed staff, friendly atmosphere, and quality learning environment. Children are reported to be happy and well-loved at this center-based facility.

caring staffcommitted to communityfriendly staff
Address
235 Lincoln St, Amherst, WI
Phone
(715) 824-5090
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Amherst, Wisconsin. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Amherst have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Amherst, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Wisconsin's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wisconsin)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Wisconsin 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 Amherst for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Amherst must be licensed by Wisconsin'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.