
Compare 20 child daycare & preschools in Gillette. Average rating: 4.07/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Gillette has 20 licensed child daycare & preschools with 51 parent reviews averaging 4.07/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 82716 with 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
2814 Dogwood Avenue, Gillette, WY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Kangaroo Ranch receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise management's responsiveness, staff friendliness, healthy meals, and use of tracking technology, while negative reviews cite poor management, safety concerns, and alleged unhealthy practices regarding sick children and staff.
402 Stocktrail Ave, Gillette, WY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children
The reviews provided are not for a daycare facility, but rather for Campbell County Memorial Hospital's various medical services including emergency care, surgery, psychiatric services, and physical therapy. These reviews do not contain any information relevant to evaluating CAMPBELL CO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CHILD CARE as a daycare center.
Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Gillette
Average ratings by facility type in Gillette, based on parent reviews
Gillette zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82718 | 9 | 4.12 | 3 | |
| 82716 | 13 | 4.02 | 3 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Gillette (15–221 children)
Small
up to 30 children
8
Medium
31–75 children
9
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Gillette based on parent reviews
802 E 3rd Street, Gillette, WY
One parent describes exceptional, dedicated care that has helped their son flourish with joyful enthusiasm, while another highlights the staff's professional and friendly demeanor alongside excellent daily communication and photo updates. Parents appreciate the safe, home-like environment and the transparent way the center keeps families informed about their child's activities and growth.
1001 E 9th St, Gillette, WY
Parents highlight the welcoming, family-like atmosphere and praise Pastor Viggers for his exceptional support of families and the community. Reviewers appreciate the spiritual environment, noting that the church feels like a big family where children can follow the Lord.
308 W. Juniper, Gillette, WY
One parent highlights the school's excellent staff and notes that their child loved attending, with the child still missing the program after graduating to first grade. The reviewer strongly recommends the preschool based on this positive experience.
102 W. Redwood Street, Gillette, WY
One parent describes the center as a wonderful, family-like option where long-term attendance has fostered close relationships with the owners and staff. The reviewer highlights the accommodating nature of the providers, particularly regarding short-notice drop-in care, though they note that additional holiday closures may challenge parents without backup childcare.
1303 W 4th Ave, Gillette, WY
One parent highlights that their child formed friendships and received good instruction, noting the positive impact was strong enough that the child expressed a desire to return after leaving. The review focuses on the social and educational benefits experienced during the child's attendance.
1801 S 4-J Rd, Gillette, WY
Parents highlight the facility's polite staff and supportive teachers, with one noting significant developmental progress for their children. However, some feedback raises serious concerns about inappropriate religious instruction and inadequate injury response procedures.
There are 20 child daycare & preschools in Gillette, Wyoming, making up 91% of the 22 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 Gillette have an average rating of 4.07 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 51 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Gillette, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent highlights the school's excellent staff and notes that their child loved attending, with the child still missing the program after graduating to first grade. The reviewer strongly recommends the preschool based on this positive experience.
One parent describes the center as a wonderful, family-like option where long-term attendance has fostered close relationships with the owners and staff. The reviewer highlights the accommodating nature of the providers, particularly regarding short-notice drop-in care, though they note that additional holiday closures may challenge parents without backup childcare.
One parent describes exceptional, dedicated care that has helped their son flourish with joyful enthusiasm, while another highlights the staff's professional and friendly demeanor alongside excellent daily communication and photo updates. Parents appreciate the safe, home-like environment and the transparent way the center keeps families informed about their child's activities and growth.
One parent highlights that their child formed friendships and received good instruction, noting the positive impact was strong enough that the child expressed a desire to return after leaving. The review focuses on the social and educational benefits experienced during the child's attendance.
Parents highlight the welcoming, family-like atmosphere and praise Pastor Viggers for his exceptional support of families and the community. Reviewers appreciate the spiritual environment, noting that the church feels like a big family where children can follow the Lord.
Parents highlight the facility's polite staff and supportive teachers, with one noting significant developmental progress for their children. However, some feedback raises serious concerns about inappropriate religious instruction and inadequate injury response procedures.
One parent describes the directors as nice but criticizes the general staff as lazy and burnt out. The review also highlights the owner as extremely unprofessional and disrespectful during a single interaction.
Kangaroo Ranch receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise management's responsiveness, staff friendliness, healthy meals, and use of tracking technology, while negative reviews cite poor management, safety concerns, and alleged unhealthy practices regarding sick children and staff.
The reviews provided are not for a daycare facility, but rather for Campbell County Memorial Hospital's various medical services including emergency care, surgery, psychiatric services, and physical therapy. These reviews do not contain any information relevant to evaluating CAMPBELL CO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CHILD CARE as a daycare center.
One parent reports severe neglect and safety failures, including a physical injury from lack of supervision, exposure to contagious illnesses, and frequent biting. The reviewer also notes inadequate feeding practices and observes significant behavioral regression and distress in their child following enrollment.
Bright Beginnings II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback about its play-based curriculum, outdoor activities, and caring staff, with children consistently excited about attending and well-prepared for kindergarten. One parent reported a negative experience with the owner's unprofessional handling of a personal matter and alleged rudeness from some staff members.
One parent highlights the engaging activities and supportive staff, while another praises the safe, active environment. Conversely, a third reviewer reports serious safety concerns, including unreported injuries and inadequate hygiene practices.
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