How do I choose the right daycare in Aurora?

When choosing a daycare in Aurora, 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 Aurora?

Aurora offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 78 facilities Church Daycare — 11 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 110 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Best Before or After School Daycare in Aurora, CO

Q: How many before or after school daycares are in Aurora, Colorado?

There are 110 before or after school daycares in Aurora, Colorado, out of 199 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

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 Aurora for current pricing.

Compare 110 before or after school daycare in Aurora. Average rating: 4.29/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Aurora, Colorado at a glance

Programs: 110
Avg rating: 4.29/5
Parent reviews: 1,054
Top rated (4.5+): 31

Aurora has 110 licensed before or after school daycare with 1,054 parent reviews averaging 4.29/5.31 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 48% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 80018 (avg 4.8 stars), while 80015 has the largest selection (33 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Aurora

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
Denver International Schoolhouse
4.76 score
5(16)
6295 S Main St, Ste B113, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children
Denver International Schoolhouse is a highly regarded Spanish immersion daycare in Aurora with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, bilingual education outcomes, clean facilities, and strong parent communication. The center is led by Director Jaime and serves infants through pre-K with flexible hours.
Spanish immersion/bilingual educationcaring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverclean facility
2
Ikid Academy LLC
4.72 score
4.9(20)
16992 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 127 children
Parents consistently praise iKid Academy for its caring, attentive staff led by owner Olga, clean facilities, and focus on child development and nutrition. Children reportedly transition well to the center and show happiness during drop-offs and pick-ups, with parents receiving regular photo updates and detailed daily reports.
Experienced and compassionate staffclean facilitydaily photos and communicationwarm nutritious meals
3
Peace With Christ Early Learning Center
4.67 score
5(10)
3290 S Tower Rd, Aurora, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
Peace with Christ Early Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the experienced, caring staff, strong academic and social development, and nurturing environment. Children reportedly love attending and show significant progress.
Experienced teachers (many with 10-20 years tenure)safe and caring environmentstrong academic and social growthChrist-centered curriculum with Bible education
4
Holy Love Preschool
4.66 score
4.9(14)
4210 S Chambers Rd, Aurora, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 64 children
Holy Love Preschool in Aurora receives unanimous 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled teachers and warm, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the strong academic preparation combined with Christian values, small class sizes allowing individualized attention, and genuine staff commitment to each child's growth and development.
caring and skilled teacherssmall class sizesindividualized attentionstrong academic preparation
5
Primrose School Of Saddle Rock
4.64 score
4.8(20)
5950 S Gun Club Rd, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 164 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Saddle Rock for its warm, caring staff, strong leadership, and engaging curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and parents feel confident in their safety and development. The facility is noted for its secure location, professional communication, and enrichment activities.
Dedicated and experienced teachers with long tenurewarm and nurturing environmentstrong leadership team involvementsafe facility location
6
Cherry Hill Learning Center
4.58 score
5(7)
15500 E Smoky Hill Rd, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children
Cherry Hill Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the caring, experienced staff and safe, clean environment. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and thriving under the center's attentive care, with several noting significant developmental progress and positive experiences after previous daycare challenges.
Caring and experienced staffattentive to individual child needsclean and safe environmentlarge play space
7
Peace With Christ Extended Student
4.56 score
4.7(20)
3290 S Tower Rd, Aurora, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 54 children
Peace With Christ Extended Student in Aurora is a religious facility that parents praise for its welcoming atmosphere and family-friendly environment. Reviews highlight the quality of pastoral leadership, Bible-centered education, and inclusive community that makes families feel at home. Parents consistently report positive experiences with the children's ministry and overall church culture.
welcoming and warm communityPastor Josh's sermonsfamily-friendly environmentchildren's ministry programs
8
Cadence Education Dba Early Education Expedit
4.56 score
4.7(20)
5637 S Himalaya St, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children
Parents consistently praise The Nest Schools Smoky Hill location for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Children show strong academic and social development, with most reporting their kids are excited and eager to attend daily. Leadership and communication with parents are highlighted as exceptional.
Caring and patient teachersstrong academic growthsafe and clean facilitiessmooth transitions
9
International Learning Center
4.56 score
4.7(20)
2035 S Dayton St, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children
Parents consistently praise International Learning Center as a loving, family-like environment where children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, attentive and caring staff, thoughtful curriculum, and strong communication with families. Multiple long-term families express complete trust and recommend the center highly.
Safe and clean facilitycaring and nurturing staffstrong parent-teacher communicationage-appropriate curriculum
10
Village Green Preschool
4.55 score
5(6)
1300 S Chambers Cir, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Parents consistently praise Village Green Preschool for its caring, engaged staff and safe, nurturing environment. The curriculum effectively prepares children for kindergarten through instruction in academics, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress and appreciate the school's focus on both academic and emotional growth.
Caring and passionate teachers and staffStrong safety measures including locked doorsComprehensive curriculum covering academics and social-emotional learningWelcoming and inclusive environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 65 daycares with Google ratings in Aurora

4.5 - 5.0

4.0 - 4.4

3.0 - 3.9

Below 3

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 1,054 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility

2Caring and attentive staff

3Safe environment

4Caring and dedicated staff

5Children excited to attend

6Affordable pricing

7Clean and organized facility

8Welcoming atmosphere

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Aurora, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

4.03avg rating

110 daycares · 7 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.24avg rating

78 daycares · 50 rated

Church Daycare

4.83avg rating

11 daycares · 8 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Aurora zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
80018	6	4.8	1
80015	33	4.63	5
80016	17	4.42	3
80010	27	4.39	6
80011	27	4.29	3
80014	16	4.21	2
80012	25	4.2	5
80013	33	4.16	4
80017	10	3.7	1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Aurora (15–272 children)

Small

up to 30 children

Medium

31–75 children

Large

76–150 children

Very Large

150+ children

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Aurora based on parent reviews

Ikid Academy LLC

4.9(20)

16992 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO

Parents consistently praise iKid Academy for its caring, attentive staff led by owner Olga, clean facilities, and focus on child development and nutrition. Children reportedly transition well to the center and show happiness during drop-offs and pick-ups, with parents receiving regular photo updates and detailed daily reports.

Experienced and compassionate staffclean facilitydaily photos and communication

Summer Valley City Of Aurora Preschool

4.6(3)

17400 E Lehigh Pl, Aurora, CO

Parents highlight the exceptional dedication of teachers Michelle and Martha, noting that their engaging and educational approach helps children excel in subjects like math. Families recommend the program for both preschool and summer camp, citing high-quality care and enjoyable activities.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong academic results especially in matheducational and fun activities

Kids Tech Child Care Lab Center

4.5(2)

500 Airport Blvd, Aurora, CO

Meadowood Child Development Center

4.1(15)

3333 S Norfolk Way, Aurora, CO

Meadowood Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for caring and dedicated staff who foster children's academic and social development. Parents highlight the clean facility, engaging curriculum, and family-friendly programs. One parent noted an issue with the principal's demeanor, though this was an isolated concern.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilityintentional and challenging curriculum

Families Forward Resource Center

3.8(3)

1255 Kenton St, Aurora, CO

One parent describes the agency as helpful with great community resources, while another criticizes staff professionalism. A third reviewer alleges deceptive practices and failure to deliver promised assistance, specifically citing a significant delay in receiving food stamps compared to others.

helpful agencygreat resources for the community

Jamaica Child Development Center

3.7(4)

800 Jamaica St, Aurora, CO

One parent highlights the center as a great place for children with special needs and praises the well-run staff, while another criticizes past experiences involving teachers who blamed the child and allowed excessive play with older students. A separate review notes that the school failed to address bullying and was not a good fit for their child.

pleasant staffsuitable for children with special needswell-run

Map

Daycare types in Aurora

Child Daycare & Preschools 78 Church Daycare 11 Before or After School Daycare 110

Browse by type in Aurora

🎨 Preschools 52 🌱 Montessori 4 👶 Infant & Toddler 3 ✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Aurora, Colorado

There are 110 before or after school daycare in Aurora, Colorado, making up 55% of the 199 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 Aurora have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 65 rated facilities, with 48% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 1,054 parent reviews. Parents in Aurora most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, caring and attentive staff, and safe environment.

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

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