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Best Before or After School Daycare in Brighton, CO

Compare 9 before or after school daycare in Brighton. Average rating: 3.72/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Brighton, Colorado at a glance

Programs
9
Avg rating
3.72/5
Parent reviews
117
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Brighton has 9 licensed before or after school daycare with 117 parent reviews averaging 3.72/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 40% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 80601 with 25 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Brighton

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
    4 Seasons Early Learning Center
    4.63 score
    4.8(18)

    420 S 27th Ave, Brighton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

    4 Seasons Early Learning Center in Brighton receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress in both academic and social-emotional areas.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong academic curriculumemotional and behavioral supportchildren are happy and eager to attend
  2. 2
    Firstart Preschool
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    625 S 8th Ave, Brighton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    Parents consistently praise FirstArt Preschool for its caring, attentive staff, small class sizes, and well-organized facilities. Children show notable improvements in confidence, social skills, and academic readiness. The school is described as a values-based learning environment with engaging activities, field trips, and enrichment classes.

    Caring and attentive staffsmall class sizesclean and safe facilitiesstrong teacher-student relationships
  3. 3
    Zion Lutheran School
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    1400 Skeel St, Brighton, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 82 children

    Zion Lutheran School in Brighton is highly praised by parents for its exceptional organization, dedicated staff, and strong academic instruction within a Christian environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, excellent communication, and supportive community atmosphere that helps children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

    Exceptional organization and communicationcaring and dedicated teachersstrong academicsChristian/faith-based environment
  4. 4
    Zion Lutheran Extended Day Care
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    1400 Skeel St, Brighton, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 77 children

    Zion Lutheran Extended Day Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the school's strong academics combined with Christian values, dedicated and caring teachers, and welcoming community environment. Parents report their children thrive socially, physically, and academically, with excellent communication and intentional individualized care. The facility is described as well-organized, inclusive regardless of religious background, and worth the investment.

    Exceptional organization and communicationcaring and dedicated teachersstrong academicsChristian/faith-based environment
  5. 5
    Brighton Funshine Camp
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    555 N 11th Ave, Brighton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    Brighton Funshine Camp is a recreation center, not a daycare, based on the reviews which focus on swimming lessons, fitness facilities, and community events. Parents praise the patient swim instructors, helpful staff, and quality facilities at competitive prices. Some reviewers note concerns about limited hours and lifeguard performance.

    Patient and skilled swim instructorshelpful and cheerful staffquality facilitiesaffordable pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 15 daycares with Google ratings in Brighton

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
7
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.72avg rating
16 daycares · 10 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.72avg rating
9 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Brighton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
8060125
3.63
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Brighton (16–159 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

16

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Brighton based on parent reviews

Zion Lutheran School

4.8(11)

1400 Skeel St, Brighton, CO

Zion Lutheran School in Brighton is highly praised by parents for its exceptional organization, dedicated staff, and strong academic instruction within a Christian environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, excellent communication, and supportive community atmosphere that helps children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Exceptional organization and communicationcaring and dedicated teachersstrong academics

Zion Lutheran Extended Day Care

4.8(11)

1400 Skeel St, Brighton, CO

Zion Lutheran Extended Day Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the school's strong academics combined with Christian values, dedicated and caring teachers, and welcoming community environment. Parents report their children thrive socially, physically, and academically, with excellent communication and intentional individualized care. The facility is described as well-organized, inclusive regardless of religious background, and worth the investment.

Exceptional organization and communicationcaring and dedicated teachersstrong academics

27j Preschool @ South

3(1)

305 S 5th Ave, Brighton, CO

Sd27j Preschool @ Ne Elementary

3(1)

1605 Long Peak, Brighton, CO

Sd27j Preschool At North Elementary

3(1)

89 N 6th Ave, Brighton, CO

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Daycare types in Brighton

Child Daycare & Preschools 16Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 9

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Before or After School Daycare in Brighton, Colorado

There are 9 before or after school daycare in Brighton, Colorado, making up 33% of the 27 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 Brighton have an average rating of 3.72 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.72 stars. Our analysis covers 117 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Brighton

Showing 9 results

Zion Lutheran School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Zion Lutheran School in Brighton is highly praised by parents for its exceptional organization, dedicated staff, and strong academic instruction within a Christian environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, excellent communication, and supportive community atmosphere that helps children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Exceptional organization and communicationcaring and dedicated teachersstrong academics
Address
1400 Skeel St, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 659-3443
Quality
Zion Lutheran Extended Day Care
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Zion Lutheran Extended Day Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the school's strong academics combined with Christian values, dedicated and caring teachers, and welcoming community environment. Parents report their children thrive socially, physically, and academically, with excellent communication and intentional individualized care. The facility is described as well-organized, inclusive regardless of religious background, and worth the investment.

Exceptional organization and communicationcaring and dedicated teachersstrong academics
Address
1400 Skeel St, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 659-3443
27j Preschool @ South
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
305 S 5th Ave, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 655-2600
Quality
Sd27j Preschool @ Ne Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
1605 Long Peak, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 655-2550
Quality
Sd27j Preschool At North Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
89 N 6th Ave, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 655-2500
Quality
Glacier Peak Base Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12060 Jasmine St, Brighton, CO
Phone
(720) 972-5947
North Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
89 N 6th Ave, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 655-2500
Southeast Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1595 Southern St, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 655-2650
Northeast Roadrunners
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1605 Longspeak, Brighton, CO
Phone
(303) 655-2550

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 before or after school daycares in Brighton, Colorado, out of 27 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 Brighton have an average Google rating of 3.72 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Brighton, 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
Brighton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 9 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 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 Brighton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Brighton must be licensed by Colorado'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.