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23 Child Daycare & Preschools in Janesville, Wisconsin

Browse all 23 child daycare & preschools in Janesville, Wisconsin. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Janesville

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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    221 Dodge St, Janesville, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    The YMCA Preschool Learning Center in Janesville has a 4.1/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, affordability, and variety of amenities and classes. Parents appreciate the spacious environment and community programs.

    Friendly and helpful staffaffordable membership priceswide variety of equipment and workout classesspacious facility that doesn't feel crowded
  2. 2

    2230 Center Ave, Janesville, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

    Community Kids Janesville Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive and enjoy attending, with particular appreciation for staff communication, flexibility, and inclusivity. The facility is described as a welcoming second home for families.

    Warm and patient staffsafe and nurturing environmentengaging activitiesgood communication from management
  3. 3

    1219 S Oakhill Ave, Janesville, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    JNVL Montessori Children's House receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and trustworthy staff. Parents highlight the center's personalized, Montessori-based approach to learning and independence. One negative review raises concerns about a staff member's professionalism and emotional management.

    caring and trustworthy staffpersonalized learningMontessori approach emphasizing independencestaff goes above and beyond for children's safety
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    Ywca Discovery Center
    3.7 score
    3.6(15)

    1735 S Washington St, Janesville, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    YWCA Discovery Center receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff and supportive environment, particularly for families in crisis situations. However, several parents report significant administrative and communication issues, including difficulty reaching staff by phone, repeated paperwork problems, and inconsistent follow-up.

    Caring and compassionate staff membersclean facilitiesspacious roomssupportive community environment
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    331 N Grant Ave, Janesville, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Reviews are highly polarized with significant variation in experiences. Positive reviews praise affordability, the organization's mission, and overall satisfaction, while negative reviews cite cleanliness concerns, staff attitude issues, and problems with donation handling and volunteer coordination.

    Affordable pricingstrong mission focused on racial justice and women empowermentsupportive community environment

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Janesville, Wisconsin

There are 23 child daycare & preschools in Janesville, Wisconsin. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Janesville, 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 Janesville

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Goelzer'S First Step Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1600 E Milwaukee St, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 752-7355
Ywca Lincoln Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1821 Conde St, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-6785
Quality
Ladybug Lane Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1930 Lafayette St, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 563-2384
Quality
Janesville Community Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
3103 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 752-8035
Quality
Ymca Preschool Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The YMCA Preschool Learning Center in Janesville has a 4.1/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, affordability, and variety of amenities and classes. Parents appreciate the spacious environment and community programs.

Friendly and helpful staffaffordable membership priceswide variety of equipment and workout classes
Address
221 Dodge St, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 754-9622
Community Kids Janesville Lrng Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Community Kids Janesville Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive and enjoy attending, with particular appreciation for staff communication, flexibility, and inclusivity. The facility is described as a welcoming second home for families.

Warm and patient staffsafe and nurturing environmentengaging activities
Address
2230 Center Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 755-2488
Quality
Jnvl Montessori Childrens House LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

JNVL Montessori Children's House receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and trustworthy staff. Parents highlight the center's personalized, Montessori-based approach to learning and independence. One negative review raises concerns about a staff member's professionalism and emotional management.

caring and trustworthy staffpersonalized learningMontessori approach emphasizing independence
Address
1219 S Oakhill Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 754-9196
Quality
Faith'S Little Friends
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2116 Mineral Point Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 754-9336
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Child'S First INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
612 N Randall Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 752-0743
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Ywca Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

YWCA Discovery Center receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff and supportive environment, particularly for families in crisis situations. However, several parents report significant administrative and communication issues, including difficulty reaching staff by phone, repeated paperwork problems, and inconsistent follow-up.

Caring and compassionate staff membersclean facilitiesspacious rooms
Address
1735 S Washington St, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 752-5445
Quality
Ywca Madison Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Reviews are highly polarized with significant variation in experiences. Positive reviews praise affordability, the organization's mission, and overall satisfaction, while negative reviews cite cleanliness concerns, staff attitude issues, and problems with donation handling and volunteer coordination.

Affordable pricingstrong mission focused on racial justice and women empowermentsupportive community environment
Address
331 N Grant Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-6847
Quality
Creative Childrens Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2419 Harvard Dr, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 754-7599
Kindercare Learning Centers INC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Janesville as an excellent daycare center with caring, responsive staff who prioritize child development and family communication. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and supportive of each child's educational and social growth. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their experiences.

Caring and nurturing staffclean facilityage-appropriate educational programs
Address
3327 E Milwaukee St, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 755-9970
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Ywca Roosevelt Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
316 Ringold, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-7047
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Cargill Christian Preschool And D C
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2000 Wesley Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 752-2140
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Ywca Kennedy Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3901 Randolph Rd, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-7567
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Ywca Van Buren Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1515 Lapham, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-7147
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Ywca Harmony Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4243 E Rotamer Rd, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 868-9360
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Ywca Adams Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1138 E Memorial, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-6347
Ywca Jefferson Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1831 Mt Zion Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-6608
Quality
The Sonshine Patch Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2416 N Wright Rd, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 757-2240
Ywca Monroe Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
55 S Pontiac, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 743-6947
Quality
Loving Arms Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2940 Mineral Point Ave, Janesville, WI
Phone
(608) 754-4145

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Frequently asked questions

There are 23 child daycare & preschools daycares in Janesville, Wisconsin. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Janesville, 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 Janesville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Janesville 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.