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Best Church Daycare in Albuquerque, NM

Compare 13 church daycare in Albuquerque. Average rating: 4.37/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Albuquerque, New Mexico at a glance

Programs
13
Avg rating
4.37/5
Parent reviews
2,345
Top rated (4.5+)
100

Albuquerque has 13 licensed church daycare with 2,345 parent reviews averaging 4.37/5.100 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 54% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 87122 (avg 4.72 stars), while 87110 has the largest selection (31 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Albuquerque

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

    10000 Spain N.E., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

    Children of Faith Preschool in Albuquerque receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and director Jennifer. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially in a clean, well-equipped facility with small class sizes.

    Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachersstrong director leadershipsmall class sizes
  2. 2

    8888 Harper Drive Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 228 children

    Hoffmantown Kids Express receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, strong academic curriculum, and Christian foundation. Parents consistently report that their children love attending, develop strong foundational skills, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The program is noted for its small class sizes, engaging community events, and caring leadership.

    Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic preparationsmall class sizesChristian/spiritual foundation
  3. 3

    4525 Morris N.E., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Noah's Ark East Children's Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and welcoming staff, clean facility, strong kindergarten preparation, and their children's happiness and improved social skills. The center's video monitoring, parental involvement opportunities, and thoughtful approach to separation anxiety are also frequently mentioned as key strengths.

    Caring and welcoming staffClean facilityKindergarten preparationVideo monitoring for safety
  4. 4

    6501 Lomas Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's Choice Academy for its warm, caring, and safe environment with highly attentive staff. Children show genuine enthusiasm for school and developmental progress. Multiple parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the teachers' care.

    Loving and caring teacherssafe environmentage-appropriate activities and learning plansexcellent communication with parents
  5. 5

    12855 Eastridge Ave. Nw, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's Promise Centers for its clean facility, caring and dedicated staff, and strong communication through daily app updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers (Ms. Crystal, Selena, Nora, Missy, and others) for their patience, compassion, and commitment to child development. Parents report feeling reassured and comfortable leaving their children in this center's care.

    Clean facilityfriendly and patient teachershealthy food optionsdaily app updates
  6. 6
    Happy Feet Child Care
    4.68 score
    4.9(15)

    1133 Dakota St. Se, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Happy Feet Child Care receives consistently perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, warm demeanor, and attention to individual child needs, along with excellent parent communication and age-appropriate educational activities.

    Warm and caring staffprofessional teachersexcellent parent communicationphoto updates
  7. 7

    606 Candelaria N.W., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Albuquerque Preschool Co-op is a highly-regarded play-based preschool with engaged, caring teachers and a strong community focus. Parents praise the curriculum variety, emphasis on child development, and hands-on parent involvement through required volunteer participation. Multiple families report significant developmental gains and describe the school as exceeding their expectations.

    Play-based curriculumengaged and caring teachersstrong emphasis on artSpanish lessons
  8. 8
    Eastern Hills Baptist Pre
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    3100 Morris Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

    Reviews praise Eastern Hills Baptist Pre-K for its welcoming staff, warm community atmosphere, and strong leadership. Parents consistently highlight the caring nature of the pastor and staff, as well as the church's biblical teaching and fellowship opportunities. The facility is noted for its beautiful building and excellent acoustics.

    Welcoming and kind staffwarm and loving environmentcaring pastor and leadershipstrong biblical teaching
  9. 9

    6711 Churchill Sw, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children

    Precious Moments Child Care in Albuquerque receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and ability to meet children's individual needs including those with sensory processing disorder and autism. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and thriving at the center.

    Caring and attentive staffprofessional teachersexcellent communicationclean facilities
  10. 10

    8022 Chico Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Milestone Montessori Preschool receives outstanding feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff led by owners Laura and Ivan. Parents consistently report excellent communication, safety practices, fresh daily meals, and strong child development outcomes. The facility is described as family-oriented with competitive rates and willingness to accommodate individual family needs.

    Professional and caring staffstrong communication with parentssafety prioritizationfresh daily meals

Rating Distribution

Based on 186 daycares with Google ratings in Albuquerque

4.5 - 5.0
100
4.0 - 4.4
51
3.0 - 3.9
31
Below 3
4

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 2,345 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
25
2Safe environment
25
3Caring and attentive staff
20
4Welcoming atmosphere
12
5Children excited to attend
11
6Strong communication with parents
9
7Clean facilities
9
8Small class sizes
9

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Albuquerque zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
871228
4.72
3
8711125
4.62
8
8710216
4.55
7
8710730
4.52
9
8712025
4.48
6
8711031
4.46
8
8710622
4.44
9
8712315
4.41
5
8710916
4.4
6
8711419
4.37
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Albuquerque (12–256 children)

Small

up to 30 children

32

Medium

31–75 children

94

Large

76–150 children

68

Very Large

150+ children

28

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Albuquerque based on parent reviews

St. Luke Preschool

4.8(20)

9100 Menaul Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM

St. Luke Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the school's strong security measures, small class sizes, and clean, well-organized facility as key strengths that create a nurturing environment where children thrive.

Compassionate and attentive staffplay-based learning approachsmall student-to-teacher ratio

Faith Kids Preschool And Christian Childcare Center

4.8(18)

4601 Avocet Road Nw, Albuquerque, NM

Faith Kids Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, safe and clean facility, strong academic and faith-based curriculum, and the genuine love teachers show for each child.

Loving and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean and safe facility

Elevation Children'S Center

5(4)

3501 Campus Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM

Parents highlight the center's unique, nature-infused approach and outstanding communication as key strengths. Reviewers report high satisfaction with the kind staff and their children's happiness, noting the program's effectiveness in preparing kids for kindergarten.

nature-infused outdoor programskind and fantastic teachersgreat communication

St. Mark'S Montessori School

5(4)

431 Richmond Pl Ne, Albuquerque, NM

Parents describe Saint Mark's Montessori School as a top-notch, nurturing environment with patient and trained staff who foster social, emotional, and intellectual growth. Reviewers highlight the organized leadership of Ms. Catie and the school's convenience near UNM, noting that children thrive and flourish in this supportive setting.

loving environmentpatient and trained teachersoptimal stimulation for social/emotional/intellectual growth

Asbury United Methodist Church

4.4(20)

10000 Candelaria N.E., Albuquerque, NM

This is not a daycare facility but rather a religious church community center in Albuquerque. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality worship services, community events like craft fairs, and facility rental options, though these are not daycare-related services.

Welcoming communityquality worship services (traditional and contemporary options)beautiful facility

Preschool Impressions LLC

5(2)

4301 Atrisco Dr. Nw, Albuquerque, NM

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Church Daycare in Albuquerque, New Mexico

There are 13 church daycare in Albuquerque, New Mexico, making up 4% of the 349 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 Albuquerque have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 186 rated facilities, with 54% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.59 stars. Our analysis covers 2,345 parent reviews. Parents in Albuquerque most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring and attentive staff.

When choosing a daycare in Albuquerque, 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 Albuquerque

Showing 13 results

All Saints Lutheran Church Prescho
Church Daycare
5

One parent highlights the preschool as a great environment where their granddaughter enjoys attending. The reviewer specifically commends the teachers for being wonderful.

Great preschoolgranddaughter loves itwonderful teachers
Address
4800 All Saints Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Elevation Children'S Center
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the center's unique, nature-infused approach and outstanding communication as key strengths. Reviewers report high satisfaction with the kind staff and their children's happiness, noting the program's effectiveness in preparing kids for kindergarten.

nature-infused outdoor programskind and fantastic teachersgreat communication
Address
3501 Campus Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 433-8289
St. Mark'S Montessori School
Church Daycare
5

Parents describe Saint Mark's Montessori School as a top-notch, nurturing environment with patient and trained staff who foster social, emotional, and intellectual growth. Reviewers highlight the organized leadership of Ms. Catie and the school's convenience near UNM, noting that children thrive and flourish in this supportive setting.

loving environmentpatient and trained teachersoptimal stimulation for social/emotional/intellectual growth
Address
431 Richmond Pl Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 582-3898
Preschool Impressions LLC
Church Daycare
5
Address
4301 Atrisco Dr. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 508-5569
Stepping Stones Daycare And Learning Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
215 Erbbe St. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 293-2950
St. Luke Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

St. Luke Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the school's strong security measures, small class sizes, and clean, well-organized facility as key strengths that create a nurturing environment where children thrive.

Compassionate and attentive staffplay-based learning approachsmall student-to-teacher ratio
Address
9100 Menaul Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 292-8812
Faith Kids Preschool And Christian Childcare Center
Church Daycare
4.8

Faith Kids Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, safe and clean facility, strong academic and faith-based curriculum, and the genuine love teachers show for each child.

Loving and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean and safe facility
Address
4601 Avocet Road Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 890-8885
Asbury United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4.4

This is not a daycare facility but rather a religious church community center in Albuquerque. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality worship services, community events like craft fairs, and facility rental options, though these are not daycare-related services.

Welcoming communityquality worship services (traditional and contemporary options)beautiful facility
Address
10000 Candelaria N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Central United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4

NOTE: These reviews are for the church facility, not the daycare center. No parent reviews of the daycare program were found. The Google rating shows 0 reviews for the daycare specifically.

Welcoming and inclusive communitySupportive pastoral staffStrong music program
Address
201 University Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids Academy Child Learning Center
Church Daycare
3.9

Parents consistently praise Kids Academy as a warm, family-oriented daycare with caring, attentive staff. The facility is noted for its safe environment, educational programming, quality meals, and extended hours. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's experiences.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-owned and accessible ownersstrong security system
Address
5528 Eubank Blvd. Ne, Ste. 1, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 237-1080
Jeanie'S Child Development Center
Church Daycare
3.6

Jeanie's Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the caring staff, flexible hours, and play-based approach. However, one parent reported a negative experience involving dismissive communication from the owner regarding their child's health concern.

Flexible schedulingenthusiastic and caring staffplay-based learning approach
Address
1300 Girard Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 268-5088
Nana'S Daycare & Learning Center
Church Daycare
Address
7311 Glen Rio Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 831-2039
Eastern Hills Christian Academy
Church Daycare
Address
3100 Morris Street Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 294-3373

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Frequently asked questions

There are 13 church daycare daycares in Albuquerque, New Mexico, out of 349 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 Albuquerque have an average Google rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 186 rated facilities. About 54% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Albuquerque, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Mexico's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Mexico)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Albuquerque offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 271 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 23 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 13 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 42 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 New Mexico 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 Albuquerque for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Albuquerque must be licensed by New Mexico'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.