4 Headstart Programs in Salem, Oregon

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Salem

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.

1. 1

   St John Day Care

   4.76 score

   5(16)

   1350 Court St Ne, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

   St. John Day Care receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the program's strong academic instruction, individualized attention, and caring teachers. Parents consistently report their children exceeded grade-level expectations in reading, writing, math, and social skills, with many noting their children were well-prepared compared to peers at other schools.

   Individualized attentionexperienced and caring teachersstrong academic foundationearly skill development (reading
2. 2

   A Little Dreamer'S Child Care Center

   4.72 score

   4.9(20)

   3925 Rich Dr Ne, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children

   A Little Dreamers Child Care Center in Salem, Oregon receives universally positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the clean, safe facility, caring and attentive staff, engaging activities, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and thriving in this nurturing environment.

   Clean and safe facilityfriendly and caring staffgood communication with parents via app and daily updatesengaging activitie
3. 3

   Ymca Queen Of Peace Site

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   4227 Lone Oak Rd S, Salem, OR · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

   Reviews praise Queen of Peace as a welcoming Catholic parish with beautiful facilities and compassionate staff. Parents highlight positive experiences with the food pantry program, religious services, and event hosting. The facility serves as a school bus stop and community gathering place.

   Welcoming and helpful staffbeautiful modern church architecturecomfortable amenitiesorganized food pantry with good selection and quantities
4. 4

   Salem Montessori School

   4.4 score

   4.6(10)

   2140 16th St Ne, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

   Salem Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming, caring teaching staff and Montessori-based hands-on learning approach. Parents report their children thrived academically and emotionally, with particular appreciation for teacher consistency, strong social-emotional development, and inclusive community events. One 1-star review provided no constructive details.

   Kind and welcoming staffteacher consistency with no turnoverhands-on Montessori learning without screensstrong social-emotional skill development
5. 5

   The Early Learning Center

   4.37 score

   4.6(8)

   765 14th St Ne, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

   The Early Learning Center in Salem receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the welcoming environment, professional staff, cleanliness, and their children's happiness and engagement. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious safety concerns, lack of communication about an injury, and claims of staff nepotism and mishandling of the incident.

   welcoming and happy staffclean facilityquick enrollment availabilityaffordable pricing
6. 6

   St Mark Child Development Center

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   790 Marion St Ne, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

   St. Mark Child Development Center appears to have limited daycare-specific reviews on Google. The one parent review about the preschool program indicates strong satisfaction, with their granddaughter well-prepared for kindergarten. Most reviews focus on the affiliated church congregation rather than the daycare services.

   Child well-prepared for kindergartenwelcoming environmentlong-standing program
7. 7

   Kuebler Early Learning Center

   4.15 score

   4.2(14)

   5045 Sunnyside Rd Se, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

   Parents consistently praise Kuebler Early Learning Center for its caring, professional staff who treat children with individual attention and genuine love. The facility is noted for cleanliness, security, age-appropriate curriculum, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained with the center for many years.

   Caring and dedicated staffclean and secure facilityage-appropriate curriculumdaily communication and progress updates
8. 8

   Chemeketa Child Development Center/Ece Lab

   4.08 score

   4.1(20)

   4000 Lancaster Dr Ne, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

   Note: The reviews provided are for Chemeketa Community College, not the Child Development Center/ECE Lab daycare. Reviews praise affordable education, helpful staff, strong support services including food and clothing pantries, and quality instruction. Some concerns exist about reduced class availability post-COVID.

   Friendly and helpful employeesaffordable educationflexible schedulingstrong support services
9. 9

   Salem Child Development Center

   3.86 score

   3.8(12)

   1550 Fairgrounds Rd, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children

   Salem Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, and long-term quality of care. Most reviewers express strong trust in the center and report children forming lasting attachments to teachers. One parent raised concerns about staff turnover and pandemic-related billing practices.

   caring and professional staffengaging activities (sensory playfield tripscamping
10. 10

    Court St Christian Child Care Center

    3.84 score

    3.8(18)

    1699 Court St Ne, Salem, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Court Street Christian Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, child development outcomes, and Christ-centered environment, with many describing it as a trusted extension of their family.

    Caring and professional staffstrong child development and learning outcomeswelcoming and inclusive environmentexcellent communication and photo updates

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