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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Shorewood, WI

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Shorewood. Average rating: 3.73/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shorewood, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
3.73/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Shorewood offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.73/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shorewood

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.

  1. 1
    Milestones Prog For Child-Lake Bluf
    3.48 score
    3.1(7)

    1600 E Lake Bluff, Shorewood, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    Milestones receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families who report positive child development and caring staff, but serious safety concerns have been raised by other parents regarding staff conduct, inadequate training, and management's handling of incidents.

    Play-based learning approachsupportive social and emotional developmentcaring and wonderful staff (at some locations)children make lifelong friendships
  2. 2
    Milestones Prog For Child-Atwater
    3.48 score
    3.1(7)

    2100 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

    Milestones receives highly polarized reviews. Several long-term parents praise the play-based curriculum, staff care, and child development outcomes. However, serious safety and management concerns are raised by other parents, including allegations of inappropriate staff behavior, insufficient staff training, high turnover, and unresponsive management.

    Play-based learning approachsupportive and caring staffchild social and emotional developmentlong-term parent satisfaction

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Shorewood

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shorewood (30–106 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shorewood based on parent reviews

Whitefish Bay Shorewood Nursery Sch

5(2)

1225 E Olive St, Shorewood, WI

One parent describes the school as an amazing setting with a perfect partial-day schedule for introducing young children to a classroom environment. The curriculum is noted for being play-centered while introducing foundational concepts, supported by knowledgeable teachers with teaching degrees.

partial day scheduleplay-centered curriculumintroduction of letters and numbers

Milestones Prog For Child-Lake Bluf

3.1(7)

1600 E Lake Bluff, Shorewood, WI

Milestones receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families who report positive child development and caring staff, but serious safety concerns have been raised by other parents regarding staff conduct, inadequate training, and management's handling of incidents.

Play-based learning approachsupportive social and emotional developmentcaring and wonderful staff (at some locations)

Milestones Prog For Child-Atwater

3.1(7)

2100 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, WI

Milestones receives highly polarized reviews. Several long-term parents praise the play-based curriculum, staff care, and child development outcomes. However, serious safety and management concerns are raised by other parents, including allegations of inappropriate staff behavior, insufficient staff training, high turnover, and unresponsive management.

Play-based learning approachsupportive and caring staffchild social and emotional development

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Shorewood, Wisconsin

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood have an average rating of 3.73 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.73 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood

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Whitefish Bay Shorewood Nursery Sch
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the school as an amazing setting with a perfect partial-day schedule for introducing young children to a classroom environment. The curriculum is noted for being play-centered while introducing foundational concepts, supported by knowledgeable teachers with teaching degrees.

partial day scheduleplay-centered curriculumintroduction of letters and numbers
Address
1225 E Olive St, Shorewood, WI
Phone
(414) 964-3590
Milestones Prog For Child-Lake Bluf
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Milestones receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families who report positive child development and caring staff, but serious safety concerns have been raised by other parents regarding staff conduct, inadequate training, and management's handling of incidents.

Play-based learning approachsupportive social and emotional developmentcaring and wonderful staff (at some locations)
Address
1600 E Lake Bluff, Shorewood, WI
Phone
(414) 967-2172
Milestones Prog For Child-Atwater
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Milestones receives highly polarized reviews. Several long-term parents praise the play-based curriculum, staff care, and child development outcomes. However, serious safety and management concerns are raised by other parents, including allegations of inappropriate staff behavior, insufficient staff training, high turnover, and unresponsive management.

Play-based learning approachsupportive and caring staffchild social and emotional development
Address
2100 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, WI
Phone
(414) 967-2171
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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Shorewood, Wisconsin. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Shorewood have an average Google rating of 3.73 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shorewood 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.