How do I choose the right daycare in Nampa?

When choosing a daycare in Nampa, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Idaho's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Idaho) 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 Nampa?

Nampa offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School 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.

Headstart Programs in Nampa, Idaho (1 Results)

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

Daycare costs in Idaho 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 Nampa for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nampa

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.

Lizs Loving Day Care

4.75 score

5(15)

407 Stampede Dr, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Liz's Loving Day Care receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's patience, care, and commitment to child development. Parents report their children are excited to attend, feel safe, and thrive academically and socially. The facility is noted for excellent communication, responsiveness to concerns, and treating families like extended family.

Loving and patient staffstrong child development and early education curriculumexcellent communication with parentssafe environment

Abcs & 123s Child Development Center INC

4.74 score

5(14)

919 S Diamond St, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise ABCS & 123S Child Development Center for exceptional staff care, structured curriculum, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and first grade. Parents highlight the center's flexibility, communication, and ability to accommodate children with special needs.

Caring and devoted staffstructured curriculumstrong kindergarten preparationexcellent communication

Kids Stuff Early Learning Center

4.72 score

4.9(20)

2717 12th Ave Rd, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Kids Stuff Early Learning Center for its warm, welcoming environment and caring staff who treat children like family. The center is noted for balancing play-based learning with academics, maintaining staff continuity, providing daily photo/video updates, and offering reasonable tuition rates. Multiple parents report their children have thrived emotionally and academically, with noticeable behavioral and developmental improvements.

Warm and welcoming environmentexperienced and consistent staffteacher-child relationshipsbalance of play and academic learning

Cowpoke Country Daycare & Preschool

4.64 score

4.8(20)

1127 E Greenhurst Rd, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Cowpoke Country Daycare & Preschool, now operated by Loly, receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, bilingual staff and supportive environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with notable successes in areas like potty training and behavioral support for children with special needs. The facility is described as feeling like a second home with a dedicated owner who prioritizes staff passion and child well-being.

bilingual staff and Spanish language instructionflexible hourssupportive environment for children with autism and ADHDscratch-cooked meals

Teaching World

4.4 score

4.5(20)

216 3rd Ave S, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Teaching World receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the professional and caring staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, structured curriculum, and flexible scheduling options.

Experienced and caring stafffrequent communication with parentseducational curriculum with certified teachersreasonable pricing

Teaching World

4.4 score

4.5(20)

222 3rd Ave S, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Teaching World receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight excellent communication, structured curriculum, caring staff, and flexible scheduling. Multiple families have enrolled their children from infancy through kindergarten and report strong educational outcomes and positive experiences.

Daily communication and photo updates via Brightwheel appinvolved and caring owner Kimfriendly and professional

Precious Hands Academy

4.4 score

4.5(20)

1320 S Edgewater Cir, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Precious Hands Academy receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff, smooth transitions, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, confident, and making developmental progress across multiple age groups. The facility is noted for good communication, cleanliness, and support with developmental milestones like potty training.

caring and attentive staffsafe and nurturing environmentsmooth transitionsgood parent-staff communication

Kidzone Learning Center

4.39 score

4.6(9)

504 E Dewey Ave, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Kidzone Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight strong communication through the parent app, reasonable pricing, and well-maintained facilities with indoor/outdoor play spaces. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with staff providing nurturing care that makes transitions to school enjoyable.

caring and nurturing staffsafe and secure facilityclean and well-maintainededucational curriculum

The Garden Of Learning

4.24 score

4.3(20)

970 S Rising Sun Dr, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise The Garden of Learning for providing excellent care, learning, and a welcoming environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the owners' hands-on involvement, caring staff, strong communication, and visible child development. Parents express high satisfaction and trust in the facility's safety, cleanliness, and play-based learning approach.

Caring and attentive staffhands-on owners present dailystrong parent communication via appplay-based and structured learning

Treehouse Kids Academy

4.08 score

4.1(20)

4240 E Amity Ave, Nampa, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Treehouse Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, well-trained staff, clean facility, and balanced approach to education and play. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving, with particular appreciation for the nurturing environment and individual attention provided by teachers.

Kind and attentive staffclean facilityeducational and engaging programsoutdoor and indoor play

Headstart Programs in Nampa, Idaho

There are 1 headstart programs in Nampa, Idaho, making up 4% of the 24 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 Nampa, 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 Nampa, Idaho, out of 24 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 Nampa, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

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

Nampa offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School 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 Idaho 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 Nampa for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Nampa must be licensed by Idaho'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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