How do I choose the right daycare in Eau Claire?

When choosing a daycare in Eau Claire, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Eau Claire, Wisconsin (32 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Eau Claire?

Eau Claire offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 32 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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

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 Eau Claire for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eau Claire

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.

Ymca - St James Sacc

4.64 score

4.8(20)

2502 11th St, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

The reviews provided appear to be for St. James Catholic Church rather than the YMCA - ST JAMES SACC daycare center. These reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, priest (Father Tom), music, and online streaming services.

Welcoming and friendly communityquality music programsengaging priestonline mass access

Children'S House Montessori Sch

4.58 score

4.8(13)

415 E Lake St, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

Parents consistently praise Children's House Montessori School for exceptional staff care, strong communication with families, and quality Montessori curriculum. Reviews highlight teachers who genuinely care about children's development and individual needs, with families reporting positive transitions, skill growth, and long-term satisfaction across multiple years of enrollment.

Caring and wonderful staffexcellent communication with parents (updatesphotos)individualized approach to child development

Trinity Christian Preschool

4.55 score

4.7(19)

1314 E Lexington Blvd, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

Trinity Christian Preschool receives consistently high ratings with parents praising the kind and welcoming staff who emphasize core values like kindness and inclusion. Parents appreciate the preschool programming, positive atmosphere, and community involvement opportunities. The facility also operates a food pantry and hosts community events that parents view favorably.

Kind and welcoming staffloving and inclusive environmentquality preschool programmingstrong community values

Redeemer Early Learning Programs

4.49 score

4.9(6)

601 Fall St, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

The reviews provided do not appear to be about the daycare center itself, but rather about a church. No actual parent reviews of Redeemer Early Learning Programs' daycare services were found in the submitted content.

None applicable - reviews are not about the daycare

Beautiful Minds Child Care

4.24 score

4.3(20)

2821 Fairfax St, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 111 children

Beautiful Minds Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented facility with caring, attentive staff. Parents highlight the clean environment, strong communication, individualized child care, and enriching programs. Multiple long-term families and former employees recommend the center as top-quality childcare.

welcoming and caring staffclean and organized facilityresponsive director and communicationstrong developmental support

Eau Claire Ymca Child Dev Ctr

4.24 score

4.3(20)

700 Graham Ave, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 149 children

The Eau Claire YMCA Child Development Center receives consistently high ratings (all 5/5 stars) from parents who praise its comprehensive programs, facilities, and community atmosphere. Parents highlight the childwatch services, swim lessons, and youth programs as valuable for their families. The facility is well-maintained despite being older, with modern equipment and excellent staff.

Childwatch and swim lessonsexcellent youth programsmodern equipment in good conditionfriendly and knowledgeable staff

The Kiddie Patch

4.22 score

4.4(6)

4605 London Rd, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

The Kiddie Patch receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, family-oriented atmosphere, and spacious facility. One parent reported a negative experience regarding their child with ADD not being accepted and concerns about bullying not being addressed.

Friendly and trustworthy stafffamily-like environmentspacious facilityqualified teachers

Create-A-World Preschool

4.13 score

4.2(9)

3214 Golf Rd, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

Create-A-World Preschool in Eau Claire receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly staff, attractive facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. The center is noted for its commitment to recycling and community services like a food pantry. One parent expressed dissatisfaction regarding geofencing practices.

friendly and welcoming stafffood pantry assistancebeautiful interior and exterior spacescommitment to recycling

Brighter Beginnings Elc- A Karrasel

3.71 score

3.5(7)

1612 Truax Blvd, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children

Brighter Beginnings ELC has extremely polarized reviews. Long-term current families praise the staff's professionalism, accommodations, and care quality. However, multiple parents report serious concerns including staff rudeness and emotional mistreatment of children, administrative unprofessionalism, unresolved financial disputes, and inadequate care.

Supportive management during pandemicexperienced and caring stafffair accommodationslong-term stability for fa

Hand In Hand A Place For All Child

3.25 score

3(15)

800 Wisconsin St, Box 13, Eau Claire, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children

Hand in Hand receives highly polarized reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the staff, teachers, and learning environment, while negative reviewers report serious concerns including unprofessional management, alleged child abuse, safety violations, and failure to follow state licensing requirements.

Caring and friendly staffsupportive learning environmentchildren develop social and cognitive skillsbus transportation available

Child Daycare & Preschools in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

There are 32 child daycare & preschools in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, making up 97% of the 33 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 Eau Claire, 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 32 child daycare & preschools daycares in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, out of 33 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 Eau Claire, 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

Eau Claire offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 32 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 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 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 Eau Claire for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Eau Claire 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.

32 Child Daycare & Preschools in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eau Claire

Top Rated

Ymca - St James Sacc

Children'S House Montessori Sch

Trinity Christian Preschool

Redeemer Early Learning Programs

Rachel'S Place Early Learning Ctr

Genesis Child Development Center

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