Best Church Daycare in Little Rock, AR
Compare 14 church daycare in Little Rock. Average rating: 4.25/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Little Rock, Arkansas at a glance
- Programs
- 14
- Avg rating
- 4.25/5
- Parent reviews
- 863
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 47
Little Rock has 14 licensed church daycare with 863 parent reviews averaging 4.25/5.47 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 52% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 72223 (avg 4.7 stars), while 72209 has the largest selection (32 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Little Rock
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.
- 1Little Rock Racquet Club4.72 score4.9(20)
1 Huntington Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Little Rock Racquet Club is highly praised for its excellent staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness classes, and equipment. Members consistently highlight the friendly and helpful customer service from front desk staff to instructors. The facility is described as accommodating, well-run, and a welcoming community space.
Excellent staff and customer serviceclean facilitieswell-maintained groundsquality pools with safety features - 2Pleasant Valley Day School4.72 score4.9(20)
10900 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and quality worship experience, though they do not address childcare services or educational programs.
Friendly and welcoming communityquality pastoral leadershipbeautiful facilitiesconvenient service times - 3Little Rock Athletic Club Kid'S Down Under Center4.64 score4.8(20)
4610 Sam Peck Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children
Little Rock Athletic Club Kid's Down Under Center receives consistently high ratings from members who praise the facility's amenities, welcoming atmosphere, and family-friendly environment. Parents appreciate the convenience of working out while their children have a safe place to play, and highlight the quality of staff and equipment maintenance. The club is noted as an important community resource that supports active, healthy family lifestyles.
welcoming and positive atmospheremultiple poolsvariety of fitness classes and equipmentquality staff - 4Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist Cdc INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
324 West 8th Street, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 379 children
Parents consistently praise Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist CDC for its loving, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Multiple families report their children have thrived emotionally and academically at the center, with many citing specific teachers who have made significant positive impacts. The facility is noted for convenient location, cleanliness, and strong communication with parents.
Caring and loving teachersnurturing environmentstaff dedicationconvenient downtown location with ample parking - 5Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K4.63 score4.8(18)
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the nature-based preschool program, well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and beautiful facilities with wooded grounds. The center offers diverse programming including camps, conferences, and family activities.
Nature-based outdoor educationwell-trained and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities with lake viewscomfortable rooms - 6Ferncliff Camp And Conference Center Summer Program4.63 score4.8(18)
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 234 children
Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center is a highly-regarded facility in Little Rock offering summer camps, nature preschool programs, and conference services. Parents consistently praise the well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality facilities including wooded grounds and lake views. Multiple families report their children have attended for years and love the experience.
Well-trained counselorswelcoming staffbeautiful facilitieswooded grounds with nature-based learning - 7Bundle Of Joy4.59 score4.8(14)
7515 Geyer Springs, Suite 15, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Bundle of Joy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving. However, one family noted significant concerns about staff turnover, declined care quality, and a safety incident involving unsupervised children.
Caring and attentive staffclean facilitystrong communication via appoutdoor play space - 8Pulaski Heights Umc-Clc4.56 score4.7(20)
4823 Woodlawn, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 677 children
These reviews are not for the daycare program but rather for Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church. The reviews consistently praise the church's sermons, welcoming community, and service opportunities, with visitors appreciating both in-person and online worship options.
Excellent sermons and spiritual leadershipwelcoming and friendly atmosphereclean facilitiesmultiple worship formats (in-person - 9St James United Methodist Church Elementary4.56 score4.7(20)
320 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR · Church Daycare · Capacity: 92 children
St. James United Methodist Church Elementary in Little Rock receives universal 5/5 ratings from reviewers. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong youth and children's programs, and the church's commitment to Christian values and community service across multiple generations of families.
welcoming congregationstrong youth ministry programsactivities for all agesChristian education and worship - 10Making A Difference Learning Centers4.55 score5(6)
8923 Sunset Lane, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 213 children
The reviews provided do not relate to the daycare center listed. Instead, they are reviews for a church (FCC) discussing worship services, Pastor Kelly, and the spiritual community. No actual parent reviews about MAKING A DIFFERENCE LEARNING CENTERS daycare services, child care quality, or educational programs are present.
None mentioned for the daycare
Rating Distribution
Based on 91 daycares with Google ratings in Little Rock
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 863 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Little Rock, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Little Rock zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72223 | 16 | 4.7 | 6 | |
| 72212 | 16 | 4.64 | 4 | |
| 72206 | 20 | 4.57 | 4 | |
| 72207 | 14 | 4.43 | 4 | |
| 72227 | 6 | 4.38 | 2 | |
| 72205 | 24 | 4.34 | 6 | |
| 72202 | 10 | 4.25 | 2 | |
| 72209 | 32 | 4.19 | 10 | |
| 72211 | 10 | 4.16 | 2 | |
| 72210 | 9 | 3.9 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Little Rock (19–715 children)
Small
up to 30 children
13
Medium
31–75 children
70
Large
76–150 children
67
Very Large
150+ children
45
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Little Rock based on parent reviews
St James United Methodist Church Elementary
320 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
St. James United Methodist Church Elementary in Little Rock receives universal 5/5 ratings from reviewers. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong youth and children's programs, and the church's commitment to Christian values and community service across multiple generations of families.
The Missionary Daycare Of The Disciples
800 Kirby Road, Little Rock, AR
Parents express strong satisfaction with this religious facility, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Reviews highlight appreciation for the church community, multilingual services (English and Korean), and positive experiences for children. Parents emphasize pride in the church family and spiritual environment.
Moody Chapel A.M.E. Church
5630 Mabelvale Pike, Little Rock, AR
Reviews are not applicable to daycare services. The facility appears to be a religious church, and most reviews reference spiritual growth, community service, and church membership rather than childcare. One review mentions motel rooms, suggesting possible confusion about the facility's primary purpose.
St James Learning Center
321 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
Parents describe the facility as a beautiful, loving, and safe environment where staff are caring and the toddler programs provide quality learning. One reviewer notes that while significant changes have occurred since their time there, the center currently looks good and offers peace of mind.
Life Skills For Youth
10710 Interstate 30, Little Rock, AR
Life Skills for Youth is a religious facility in Little Rock that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the program for its long-standing presence in the community, excellent staff, and positive impact on children's social skills and personal development. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from learning valuable life skills in a safe, caring environment.
Grace Lutheran Early Childhood Center
5124 Hillcrest, Little Rock, AR
Grace Lutheran Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facility, and Christian-centered curriculum. Parents report long-term satisfaction with their children's development and care. One reviewer raised concerns about dishonesty regarding the waitlist.
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Church Daycare in Little Rock, Arkansas
There are 14 church daycare in Little Rock, Arkansas, making up 7% of the 195 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 Little Rock have an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 91 rated facilities, with 52% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 863 parent reviews. Parents in Little Rock most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, professional staff, and welcoming atmosphere.
When choosing a daycare in Little Rock, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Church Daycare in Little Rock
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One parent describes the facility as a calm, welcoming preschool that faithfully implements Montessori principles. The review highlights a kinder atmosphere compared to other programs in Central Arkansas.
- Address
- 4401 Woodlawn Dr, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 944-4483
One parent highlights exceptional care and communication from specific staff members, noting their child's excitement and happiness. The reviewer contrasts this positive experience with a previous negative daycare, emphasizing the relief of finding a trustworthy environment. No negatives are mentioned in this review.
- Address
- 3006 West Dixon Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 888-8175
Parents describe the facility as a beautiful, loving, and safe environment where staff are caring and the toddler programs provide quality learning. One reviewer notes that while significant changes have occurred since their time there, the center currently looks good and offers peace of mind.
- Address
- 321 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 217-6740
Parents express strong satisfaction with this religious facility, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Reviews highlight appreciation for the church community, multilingual services (English and Korean), and positive experiences for children. Parents emphasize pride in the church family and spiritual environment.
- Address
- 800 Kirby Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 228-1077
Reviews are not applicable to daycare services. The facility appears to be a religious church, and most reviews reference spiritual growth, community service, and church membership rather than childcare. One review mentions motel rooms, suggesting possible confusion about the facility's primary purpose.
- Address
- 5630 Mabelvale Pike, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 744-2211
St. James United Methodist Church Elementary in Little Rock receives universal 5/5 ratings from reviewers. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong youth and children's programs, and the church's commitment to Christian values and community service across multiple generations of families.
- Address
- 320 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 217-6786
One parent describes the facility as a great school where their children have thrived. The reviewer notes that the program provides exposure to Jewish culture, which they view as a valuable addition to their children's experience.
- Address
- 3700 North Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 221-1614
Life Skills for Youth is a religious facility in Little Rock that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the program for its long-standing presence in the community, excellent staff, and positive impact on children's social skills and personal development. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from learning valuable life skills in a safe, caring environment.
- Address
- 10710 Interstate 30, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 565-4966
Grace Lutheran Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facility, and Christian-centered curriculum. Parents report long-term satisfaction with their children's development and care. One reviewer raised concerns about dishonesty regarding the waitlist.
- Address
- 5124 Hillcrest, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 663-0755
One parent describes a positive experience with nurturing staff and engaging activities like music and chapel, while another criticizes the facility for alleged safety violations and hiding children from social services.
- Address
- 600 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 227-6034
- Address
- 701 South Gaines Street, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 372-2705
- Address
- 1700 Napa Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 225-1511
- Address
- 62 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 227-7070
- Address
- 13000 West Baseline Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 455-2209
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