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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stoughton, WI

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Stoughton. Average rating: 4.95/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Stoughton, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.95/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Stoughton has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.95/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 53589 zip code, averaging 4.95 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stoughton

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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    After School Sandhill
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1920 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    After School Sandhill (also referred to as Stoughton's Best) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and supportive environment. Parents highlight that children look forward to attending and develop confidence through varied programming including karate, tumbling, parkour, and field trips. The owners and coaches are consistently described as genuinely invested in each child's physical and emotional growth.

    Kind and patient staffsafe and nurturing environmentvariety of activities (karatetumbling

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Stoughton

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 Stoughton, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Stoughton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
535896
4.95
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Stoughton (17–249 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Stoughton based on parent reviews

After School Sandhill

4.9(20)

1920 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI

After School Sandhill (also referred to as Stoughton's Best) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and supportive environment. Parents highlight that children look forward to attending and develop confidence through varied programming including karate, tumbling, parkour, and field trips. The owners and coaches are consistently described as genuinely invested in each child's physical and emotional growth.

Kind and patient staffsafe and nurturing environmentvariety of activities (karate

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Daycare types in Stoughton

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Stoughton, Wisconsin

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Stoughton, Wisconsin, making up 83% of the 6 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 Stoughton have an average rating of 4.95 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Stoughton, 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 Stoughton

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After School Sandhill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

After School Sandhill (also referred to as Stoughton's Best) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and supportive environment. Parents highlight that children look forward to attending and develop confidence through varied programming including karate, tumbling, parkour, and field trips. The owners and coaches are consistently described as genuinely invested in each child's physical and emotional growth.

Kind and patient staffsafe and nurturing environmentvariety of activities (karate
Address
1920 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI
Phone
(608) 445-8051
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

LA PETITE ACADEMY in Stoughton receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 9 reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents consistently praise the welcoming and attentive staff, clean facilities, individualized child care approach, and well-maintained playground. The center is frequently recommended as the best daycare option in the area.

welcoming and helpful staffclean facilitiesindividualized attention to each child's needs
Address
635 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI
Phone
(608) 873-5039
Quality
After School Fox Prairie
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1601 W South St, Stoughton, WI
Phone
(608) 873-3502
Martin Luther Christian Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 W Wilson St, Stoughton, WI
Phone
(608) 873-7884
Pumpkin Patch Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 W Wilson St, Ste 2, Stoughton, WI
Phone
(608) 873-3380
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stoughton, Wisconsin, out of 6 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 Stoughton have an average Google rating of 4.95 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Stoughton, 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
Stoughton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Stoughton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stoughton 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.