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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Portage, WI

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Portage. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Portage, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Portage has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 53901 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Portage

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Portage, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Portage zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
539015
5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Portage (20–105 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Portage based on parent reviews

St. John'S Child Development Center

5

426 W Emmett St, Portage, WI

Alphabet Express 4-K LLC

5

118 W Pleasant St, Portage, WI

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Daycare types in Portage

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Portage, Wisconsin

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Portage, Wisconsin, making up 80% of the 5 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Portage 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 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Portage, 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 Portage

Showing 4 results

St. John'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
426 W Emmett St, Portage, WI
Phone
(608) 742-9000
Quality
Alphabet Express 4-K LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
118 W Pleasant St, Portage, WI
Phone
(608) 566-5626
The Learning Tree Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Tree Childcare Center receives polarized reviews. Three parents praise the caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. However, eight parents report serious concerns including inadequate handling of a child's diabetes medical needs, staff failure to follow parental instructions, excessive late pickup fees, reduced operating hours, removal of lunch service without tuition reduction, and dismissal of children with special needs.

Caring and profes
Address
636 E Slifer St, Portage, WI
Phone
(608) 742-7035
Quality
St. Johns Cdc Portage School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2600 Woodcrest Dr, Portage, WI
Phone
(608) 742-9000

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Portage, Wisconsin, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Portage 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 Portage, 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
Portage offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Portage for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Portage 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.