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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Watertown, WI

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Watertown. Average rating: 4.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Watertown, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.77/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Watertown offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.77/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Watertown

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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    Gingerbread Preschool And Ccc INC
    4.18 score
    4.3(8)

    120 Kuckkan Ln, Watertown, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Gingerbread Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the personalized, nurturing care and strong staff-parent communication. The facility creates a tight-knit community atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally. One parent reported administrative and billing issues after a schedule change, though their child enjoyed the facility.

    Personalized attention to each childwarm and caring staffstrong parent-teacher communicationgood behavior de-escalation techniques

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Watertown

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.65avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Watertown (42–95 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Watertown based on parent reviews

Kiddie Kampus Preschool And Daycare

5(3)

828 W Main St, Watertown, WI

Parents highlight the nurturing environment and excellent communication, noting that staff are flexible with unpredictable schedules. One review specifically praises a teacher's warm greeting and the child's academic progress, while others describe the facility as a wonderful place for early learning.

nurturing environmentflexible schedulingstrong communication

Gingerbread Preschool And Ccc INC

4.3(8)

120 Kuckkan Ln, Watertown, WI

Gingerbread Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the personalized, nurturing care and strong staff-parent communication. The facility creates a tight-knit community atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally. One parent reported administrative and billing issues after a schedule change, though their child enjoyed the facility.

Personalized attention to each childwarm and caring staffstrong parent-teacher communication

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Daycare types in Watertown

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Watertown, Wisconsin

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Watertown, Wisconsin, making up 75% of the 4 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 Watertown have an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Watertown, 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 Watertown

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Kiddie Kampus Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the nurturing environment and excellent communication, noting that staff are flexible with unpredictable schedules. One review specifically praises a teacher's warm greeting and the child's academic progress, while others describe the facility as a wonderful place for early learning.

nurturing environmentflexible schedulingstrong communication
Address
828 W Main St, Watertown, WI
Phone
(920) 261-0322
Quality
Gingerbread Preschool And Ccc INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Gingerbread Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the personalized, nurturing care and strong staff-parent communication. The facility creates a tight-knit community atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally. One parent reported administrative and billing issues after a schedule change, though their child enjoyed the facility.

Personalized attention to each childwarm and caring staffstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
120 Kuckkan Ln, Watertown, WI
Phone
(920) 261-9727
Quality
Mary Linsmeier School-Watertown
Child Daycare & Preschools

While some parents describe the staff as loving and focused on learning with engaging outdoor activities, others report concerning incidents of teacher aggression. The few reviews highlight a stark contrast between families who feel their children are treated like family and those who experienced yelling and physical mishandling.

loving and caring teachersstrong focus on learningfun field trips
Address
415 S 8th St, Watertown, WI
Phone
(920) 262-9060

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Watertown, Wisconsin, out of 4 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 Watertown have an average Google rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Watertown, 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
Watertown offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Watertown for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Watertown 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.