How do I choose the right daycare in Colorado Springs?

When choosing a daycare in Colorado Springs, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Colorado's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Colorado) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Colorado Springs?

Colorado Springs offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 99 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 21 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 131 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Headstart Programs in Colorado Springs, Colorado (1 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Colorado?

Daycare costs in Colorado 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 Colorado Springs for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Colorado Springs

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.

Early Connections @ Court Care

4.72 score

4.9(20)

270 S Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Early Connections @ Court Care is a court-based childcare facility in Colorado Springs with exceptional ratings. Parents consistently praise the staff's warmth, professionalism, and genuine care, along with the clean, safe, well-stocked facility. The service is free for those attending court and parents report their children were engaged, happy, and well-cared for during jury duty.

Professional and friendly staffclean facilitywell-stocked with toysstrong securi

Primrose School Of Cottonwood Creek

4.72 score

4.9(20)

4110 Dublin Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Cottonwood Creek for its caring, engaged staff who genuinely know and support each child. They highlight the safe, clean facilities, strong communication with parents, quality curriculum, and positive child development outcomes. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction.

Caring and engaged staffsafe and clean facilitiesstrong parent communication through app with daily updates and photosconsistent teacher retention

First Class Preschool LLC

4.64 score

5(9)

631 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

First Class Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its arts-based curriculum, nurturing teachers led by Nancy Diehl, and individualized attention to each child's developmental needs. Parents report significant growth in their children's academic skills, social development, creativity, and emotional well-being, with many noting their children are eager to attend daily.

Arts-based curriculumexperienced and caring teachersindividualized attenti

La Foret Crc

4.64 score

4.8(20)

6145 Shoup Rd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

La Foret CRC is a center-based facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the beautiful, peaceful location in Black Forest, attentive staff, and well-maintained facilities. The venue is highly recommended for weddings, family reunions, conferences, and camps.

Beautiful natural settingpeaceful atmospherewell-maintained facilitiesresponsive and easy-to-work-with staff

Sunrise United Methodist Church Preschool

4.64 score

4.8(20)

2655 Briargate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 106 children

This facility is primarily reviewed as a church rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere, quality programming, and facility availability for community events.

Friendly and welcoming staff and congregationchildren's programscommunity involvement and outreachmodern and traditional worship options

Realm Of Caring Child Development Center

4.56 score

4.8(12)

3515 N Chestnut St, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

Reviews praise Realm of Caring as a caring and knowledgeable organization with dedicated professionals focused on whole-person health. Parents highlight helpful staff, quality products and services, and positive support for families facing health challenges.

Caring and dedicated staffknowledgeable advisorswhole-person health approachhelpful and informative

Sidewalk'S End Montessori School

4.56 score

4.8(12)

3215 Woodland Hills Dr, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

Sidewalk's End Montessori School in Colorado Springs has an excellent reputation with all 5-star reviews praising the dedicated, highly qualified teaching staff led by Ms. Lynne and the school's authentic implementation of Montessori methods. Parents report significant academic, social, and emotional growth in their children, along with a warm, supportive community environment and well-maintained facilities.

Highly qualified and passionate teachers with advanced degr

Primrose School Of Briargate

4.56 score

4.7(20)

2380 Briar Ridge Pt, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 188 children

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Briargate for its exceptional staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers who provide personalized attention, daily updates, and genuine care for each child. Children reportedly feel safe, loved, and show strong developmental progress across all age groups.

Dedicated and caring staffexceptional teacher-child relationshipsclean facilitypersonalized daily updates to parents

Primrose School Of Springs Ranch

4.56 score

4.7(20)

3805 Tutt Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Springs Ranch and its Stetson Hills location for exceptional care, engaged teachers, and strong child development outcomes. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured curriculum, excellent communication through apps and daily updates, and responsive leadership. Families report high satisfaction across all age groups, including those with complex medical or developmental needs.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic curriculumregular communication and photo/video updates via appclean and organized facility

Fellowship Of The Rockies Preschool

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1625 S 8th St, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

Fellowship of the Rockies Preschool is a religious facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.7/5 Google rating. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church's welcoming community, children's programs, and pastoral leadership. Parents consistently highlight the loving atmosphere and strong sense of belonging.

welcoming communitychildren's ministry programsAwana and vacation Bible school offeringspastoral leadership

Headstart Programs in Colorado Springs, Colorado

There are 1 headstart programs in Colorado Springs, Colorado, making up 0% of the 252 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.

When choosing a daycare in Colorado Springs, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Colorado Springs, Colorado, out of 252 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Colorado Springs, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Colorado's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Colorado)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Colorado Springs offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 99 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 21 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 131 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 Colorado 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 Colorado Springs for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Colorado Springs must be licensed by Colorado'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.

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