42 Child Daycare & Preschools in Appleton, Wisconsin
Browse all 42 child daycare & preschools in Appleton, Wisconsin. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Appleton
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.
- 1Little Mittens Ltd Child Care Ctr4.55 score5(6)
406 N Mayflower Dr, Appleton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Little Mittens Ltd Child Care Center (now operated by Play & Grow) receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight exceptional staff compassion, strong management, accommodating policies, and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured activities, and open communication with families.
Compassionate and caring staffaccommodating toward special needs (autism support)clean facilitystructured activities (active time - 2Christian Cooperative Preschool4.5 score5(5)
326 E North St, Appleton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 21 children
Parents consistently praise Christian Cooperative Preschool for its warm, welcoming environment and experienced, dedicated teachers. The cooperative model allows parents to volunteer in classrooms and be actively involved in their children's education. Children show strong enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting significant learning and enjoyment.
Excellentexperienced teachersreasonable tuitionwelcoming and friendly community - 3Kidzland 2 Childcare Center LLC4.47 score4.7(10)
W5483 County Road Kk, Appleton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children
Kidzland 2 receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, particularly directors Teresa and Mary. Parents highlight the clean facility, structured learning activities, reasonable fees, and excellent security measures. One negative review reported an unprofessional interaction with a staff member regarding a lost key fob.
Caring and friendly staffclean facilitystructured activities tailored to age groupsreasonable fees - 4Faith Child Care INC4.37 score4.6(8)
601 E Glendale Ave, Appleton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Faith Child Care Inc receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the staff's experience, stability, and quality care, though facility appearance is noted as modest. One negative review reported concerns about staff behavior toward children when observed unannounced.
Experienced and stable staff with long tenurenon-profit model benefiting employeesloving and nurturing carefamily-based approach - 5Ymca - Apple Creek4.33 score4.5(10)
2851 E Apple Creek Rd, Appleton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
This facility is highly rated for its pleasant atmosphere, friendly and supportive staff, and beautiful natural setting with scenic walking trails across the street. The fitness center is well-maintained with good equipment and ample parking. One reviewer expressed disappointment with weekend hours conflicting with their work schedule.
Friendly and approachable staffclean facilityscenic location with nature trailswell-maintained fitness equipment - 6The Learning Cottage Of Appleton4.27 score4.4(10)
W6127 Lorna Ln, Appleton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children
The Learning Cottage of Appleton (Therapy Time for Kids) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for speech and feeding therapy services, with parents praising staff expertise and significant developmental progress in their children. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about pushing AAC devices against parental preference, staff punctuality issues, and contradictory feedback about progress.
Skilled and invested therapists (SallyAshleyJessicaSarah) - 7Creative Child Learning Center4.25 score4.5(5)
1901 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Creative Child Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and home-like atmosphere. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical contact with their children. The center emphasizes small class sizes, homemade meals, and individualized attention.
Caring and loving teacherssmall class sizes with one-on-one attentionengaging and creative learning activitieshomemade me
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Highest rated daycares in Appleton based on parent reviews
Little Mittens Ltd Child Care Ctr
406 N Mayflower Dr, Appleton, WI
Little Mittens Ltd Child Care Center (now operated by Play & Grow) receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight exceptional staff compassion, strong management, accommodating policies, and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured activities, and open communication with families.
Christian Cooperative Preschool
326 E North St, Appleton, WI
Parents consistently praise Christian Cooperative Preschool for its warm, welcoming environment and experienced, dedicated teachers. The cooperative model allows parents to volunteer in classrooms and be actively involved in their children's education. Children show strong enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting significant learning and enjoyment.
Kidzland 2 Childcare Center LLC
W5483 County Road Kk, Appleton, WI
Kidzland 2 receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, particularly directors Teresa and Mary. Parents highlight the clean facility, structured learning activities, reasonable fees, and excellent security measures. One negative review reported an unprofessional interaction with a staff member regarding a lost key fob.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool
2220 E College Ave, Appleton, WI
Kids Kingdom Day Care INC
N210 Stoney Brook Rd, Appleton, WI
Faith Child Care INC
601 E Glendale Ave, Appleton, WI
Faith Child Care Inc receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the staff's experience, stability, and quality care, though facility appearance is noted as modest. One negative review reported concerns about staff behavior toward children when observed unannounced.
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Daycare types in Appleton
Child Daycare & Preschools in Appleton, Wisconsin
There are 42 child daycare & preschools in Appleton, Wisconsin, making up 98% of the 43 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 Appleton, 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 Appleton
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- Address
- 3425 Commerce Ct, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 733-7008
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Parents consistently praise Christian Cooperative Preschool for its warm, welcoming environment and experienced, dedicated teachers. The cooperative model allows parents to volunteer in classrooms and be actively involved in their children's education. Children show strong enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting significant learning and enjoyment.
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- 326 E North St, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 733-3760
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- 1800 S Lawe St, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 738-7770
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Little Mittens Ltd Child Care Center (now operated by Play & Grow) receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight exceptional staff compassion, strong management, accommodating policies, and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured activities, and open communication with families.
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- 406 N Mayflower Dr, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 731-6045
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- 2220 E College Ave, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 734-9643
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- N210 Stoney Brook Rd, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 733-1667
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- 740 E College Ave, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 738-0090
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- 3100 E Evergreen Dr, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 734-1414
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- 1011 E Midway Rd, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 749-9744
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Kidzland 2 receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, particularly directors Teresa and Mary. Parents highlight the clean facility, structured learning activities, reasonable fees, and excellent security measures. One negative review reported an unprofessional interaction with a staff member regarding a lost key fob.
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- W5483 County Road Kk, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 380-1033
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- 4630 N Meade St, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 560-3710
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Faith Child Care Inc receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the staff's experience, stability, and quality care, though facility appearance is noted as modest. One negative review reported concerns about staff behavior toward children when observed unannounced.
- Address
- 601 E Glendale Ave, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 739-7772
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This facility is highly rated for its pleasant atmosphere, friendly and supportive staff, and beautiful natural setting with scenic walking trails across the street. The fitness center is well-maintained with good equipment and ample parking. One reviewer expressed disappointment with weekend hours conflicting with their work schedule.
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- 2851 E Apple Creek Rd, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 733-9622
Creative Child Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and home-like atmosphere. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical contact with their children. The center emphasizes small class sizes, homemade meals, and individualized attention.
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- 1901 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 734-0888
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- 5020 N Providence Ave, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 560-5437
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The Learning Cottage of Appleton (Therapy Time for Kids) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for speech and feeding therapy services, with parents praising staff expertise and significant developmental progress in their children. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about pushing AAC devices against parental preference, staff punctuality issues, and contradictory feedback about progress.
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- W6127 Lorna Ln, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 221-3236
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- 719 Ridgeview, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 882-1685
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- 912 N Oneida St, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 419-0808
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- 1208 N Oneida St, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 738-0808
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- W2633 Barney Ct, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 749-0211
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- 1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 735-5751
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KinderCare Learning Centers 937 in Appleton receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the loving, patient teachers, clean environment, creative activities, and their children's happiness and learning. However, some parents report concerns about infant room setup, high costs with inflexible pricing, and poor customer service experiences.
- Address
- 2407 S Oneida St, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 738-6920
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The YMCA Appleton Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents and members. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, modern updates, quality staff, and excellent amenities including swim lessons, indoor play areas, and splash pad. Parents report their children are happy and well-cared for.
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- 218 Lawrence, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 954-7613
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Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Centers for exceptional care, professional staff, and strong communication. Children show significant developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and implements thorough safety protocols.
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- 3036 N Ballard Rd, Appleton, WI
- Phone
- (920) 749-9878
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KinderCare Learning Center in Appleton receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 five-star reviews praising staff kindness, communication, health/safety practices, and individualized care for children with dietary needs and allergies. One parent reported a negative experience, claiming their shy toddler was dismissed on the first day without support.
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- 332 Metro Dr, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 739-6963
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- 2212 N Jarchow, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 954-7642
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- 3310 N Durkee St, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 954-7642
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- 2305 W Capitol Dr, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 954-7642
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- 1441 E John St, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 954-7642
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- 412 N Meade St, Appleton, WI
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- (920) 954-7642
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wisconsin)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
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