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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Rawlins, WY

Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Rawlins. Average rating: 3.91/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rawlins, Wyoming at a glance

Programs
9
Avg rating
3.91/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Rawlins offers 9 licensed child daycare & preschools, 7 of which have public ratings averaging 3.91/5.The largest concentration is in 82301 with 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rawlins

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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    Palmer'S Playhouse
    4.52 score
    4.7(14)

    1425 E Murray, Rawlins, WY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Palmer's Playhouse is highly regarded by parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and safe environment. Families report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the center's flexibility, long-term reliability, and willingness to accommodate special needs. Parents consistently express strong loyalty and trust in the facility.

    Caring and dedicated staffsafe environmentdevelopmental progress and preschool curriculumflexible hours

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Rawlins

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.73avg rating
9 daycares · 6 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Rawlins zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
823019
3.78
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rawlins (15–85 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rawlins based on parent reviews

Palmer'S Playhouse

4.7(14)

1425 E Murray, Rawlins, WY

Palmer's Playhouse is highly regarded by parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and safe environment. Families report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the center's flexibility, long-term reliability, and willingness to accommodate special needs. Parents consistently express strong loyalty and trust in the facility.

Caring and dedicated staffsafe environmentdevelopmental progress and preschool curriculum

Carbon County Child Development Center #2

5(1)

1705 Edinburgh, Rawlins, WY

One parent describes the Carbon County Child Development Center #2 as an amazing facility where staff and teachers are very nice and attentive. The reviewer highlights that the center successfully meets individual child goals and provides necessary one-on-one support.

nice staffteachers meet child's goalsone-on-one work

Carbon County Child Development Program

5(1)

1801 Edinburgh, Rawlins, WY

One parent describes the center as amazing, highlighting that the teachers and staff are very nice and attentive. They note that the program successfully meets their child's goals and provides one-on-one work when necessary.

nice teachers and staffmeets child's goalsone-on-one support

Oh The Places You Will Go Daycare

3.7

204 5th Street, Rawlins, WY

Project Reach

3(2)

1801 Edinburgh, Rawlins, WY

One parent describes the staff as being good with kids. However, a separate review notes a lack of communication with parents.

Staff are good with kids

Building Blocks Learning Center

1(1)

1492 Beechcraft, Rawlins, WY

One parent reports that the center knowingly allows sick children to check in and became unprofessional when the family withdrew their child, resulting in charges higher than initially discussed.

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Daycare types in Rawlins

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Church Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Rawlins, Wyoming

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Rawlins, Wyoming, making up 90% of the 10 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 Rawlins have an average rating of 3.91 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rawlins, 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 Rawlins

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Carbon County Child Development Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the Carbon County Child Development Center #2 as an amazing facility where staff and teachers are very nice and attentive. The reviewer highlights that the center successfully meets individual child goals and provides necessary one-on-one support.

nice staffteachers meet child's goalsone-on-one work
Address
1705 Edinburgh, Rawlins, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Carbon County Child Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as amazing, highlighting that the teachers and staff are very nice and attentive. They note that the program successfully meets their child's goals and provides one-on-one work when necessary.

nice teachers and staffmeets child's goalsone-on-one support
Address
1801 Edinburgh, Rawlins, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Palmer'S Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Palmer's Playhouse is highly regarded by parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and safe environment. Families report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the center's flexibility, long-term reliability, and willingness to accommodate special needs. Parents consistently express strong loyalty and trust in the facility.

Caring and dedicated staffsafe environmentdevelopmental progress and preschool curriculum
Address
1425 E Murray, Rawlins, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Oh The Places You Will Go Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
204 5th Street, Rawlins, WY
Phone
(307) 212-2215
Project Reach
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes the staff as being good with kids. However, a separate review notes a lack of communication with parents.

Staff are good with kids
Address
1801 Edinburgh, Rawlins, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Building Blocks Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1

One parent reports that the center knowingly allows sick children to check in and became unprofessional when the family withdrew their child, resulting in charges higher than initially discussed.

Address
1492 Beechcraft, Rawlins, WY
Phone
(307) 630-0752
Peggy'S Preschool And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1525 Aberdeen, Rawlins, WY
Phone
(307) 324-3320
Cchec Kids Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
507 9th St, Rawlins, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Cchec Kids Campus Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
815 W Spruce St, Rawlins, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rawlins, Wyoming, out of 10 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 Rawlins have an average Google rating of 3.91 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rawlins, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Wyoming's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wyoming)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Rawlins offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Wyoming 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 Rawlins for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rawlins must be licensed by Wyoming'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.