Children at daycare

131 Before or After School Daycare in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Browse all 131 before or after school daycare in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Colorado Springs

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

    270 S Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Early Connections @ Court Care is a court-based childcare facility in Colorado Springs with exceptional ratings. Parents consistently praise the staff's warmth, professionalism, and genuine care, along with the clean, safe, well-stocked facility. The service is free for those attending court and parents report their children were engaged, happy, and well-cared for during jury duty.

    Professional and friendly staffclean facilitywell-stocked with toysstrong securi
  2. 2

    4110 Dublin Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Cottonwood Creek for its caring, engaged staff who genuinely know and support each child. They highlight the safe, clean facilities, strong communication with parents, quality curriculum, and positive child development outcomes. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction.

    Caring and engaged staffsafe and clean facilitiesstrong parent communication through app with daily updates and photosconsistent teacher retention
  3. 3

    631 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    First Class Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its arts-based curriculum, nurturing teachers led by Nancy Diehl, and individualized attention to each child's developmental needs. Parents report significant growth in their children's academic skills, social development, creativity, and emotional well-being, with many noting their children are eager to attend daily.

    Arts-based curriculumexperienced and caring teachersindividualized attenti
  4. 4
    La Foret Crc
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    6145 Shoup Rd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    La Foret CRC is a center-based facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the beautiful, peaceful location in Black Forest, attentive staff, and well-maintained facilities. The venue is highly recommended for weddings, family reunions, conferences, and camps.

    Beautiful natural settingpeaceful atmospherewell-maintained facilitiesresponsive and easy-to-work-with staff
  5. 5

    2655 Briargate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 106 children

    This facility is primarily reviewed as a church rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere, quality programming, and facility availability for community events.

    Friendly and welcoming staff and congregationchildren's programscommunity involvement and outreachmodern and traditional worship options
  6. 6

    3515 N Chestnut St, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Reviews praise Realm of Caring as a caring and knowledgeable organization with dedicated professionals focused on whole-person health. Parents highlight helpful staff, quality products and services, and positive support for families facing health challenges.

    Caring and dedicated staffknowledgeable advisorswhole-person health approachhelpful and informative
  7. 7

    3215 Woodland Hills Dr, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    Sidewalk's End Montessori School in Colorado Springs has an excellent reputation with all 5-star reviews praising the dedicated, highly qualified teaching staff led by Ms. Lynne and the school's authentic implementation of Montessori methods. Parents report significant academic, social, and emotional growth in their children, along with a warm, supportive community environment and well-maintained facilities.

    Highly qualified and passionate teachers with advanced degr
  8. 8

    2380 Briar Ridge Pt, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 188 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Briargate for its exceptional staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers who provide personalized attention, daily updates, and genuine care for each child. Children reportedly feel safe, loved, and show strong developmental progress across all age groups.

    Dedicated and caring staffexceptional teacher-child relationshipsclean facilitypersonalized daily updates to parents
  9. 9

    3805 Tutt Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Springs Ranch and its Stetson Hills location for exceptional care, engaged teachers, and strong child development outcomes. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured curriculum, excellent communication through apps and daily updates, and responsive leadership. Families report high satisfaction across all age groups, including those with complex medical or developmental needs.

    Caring and patient teachersstrong academic curriculumregular communication and photo/video updates via appclean and organized facility
  10. 10

    1625 S 8th St, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    Fellowship of the Rockies Preschool is a religious facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.7/5 Google rating. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church's welcoming community, children's programs, and pastoral leadership. Parents consistently highlight the loving atmosphere and strong sense of belonging.

    welcoming communitychildren's ministry programsAwana and vacation Bible school offeringspastoral leadership

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Colorado Springs based on parent reviews

Ymca @ Westside Community

4.6(20)

1628 W Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO

YMCA @ Westside Community is highly regarded by visitors for its community-focused services and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently praise the facility's diverse programming including fitness classes, arts programs, and community support services. The center is particularly noted for its food pantry and pet pantry services staffed by compassionate volunteers.

Kind and considerate staffwelcoming environment for children with special needswell-organized community services

Westside Community Preschool

4.6(20)

1628 W Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO

Westside Community Preschool is a school-based facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the center's community-focused programming and welcoming staff who serve diverse needs including children with autism. The facility offers various classes, activities, and support services beyond traditional preschool care.

Kind and considerate staffinclusive environment for children with autismdiverse programming (fitness classes

Go West Camps

4.6(16)

1325 Vindicator Dr, Colorado Springs, CO

Go West Camps is a highly-rated outdoor summer camp in Colorado Springs with perfect 5/5 star reviews across all submissions. Parents praise the diverse outdoor activities, skilled staff, and transformative experiences their children gain each summer.

Outdoor-focused programmingvariety of activities (rock climbingpaddleboarding

Canon Preschool

5(4)

1201 W Cheyenne Rd, Colorado Springs, CO

Widefield Parks & Recreation Camp Vip

4.5(20)

509 Widefield Dr, Colorado Springs, CO

Widefield Parks & Recreation Camp VIP is highly rated as a community recreation center with an on-site daycare. Parents praise the excellent facilities, diverse class offerings, friendly staff, and family-friendly environment. The main complaint centers on limited operating hours, particularly weekend availability.

Excellent staff and instructorsindoor poolgym facilities

Deerfield Hills After School

4.5(20)

3245 Springnite, Colorado Springs, CO

Deerfield Hills After School is a community center and park facility with excellent ratings. Parents consistently praise its recreational amenities, cleanliness, scenic views, and friendly staff. The facility offers year-round activities including a splash pad, multiple playgrounds, sports courts, and community programs.

Splash padmultiple playground structuresbasketball and volleyball courts

Map

Before or After School Daycare in Colorado Springs, Colorado

There are 131 before or after school daycare in Colorado Springs, Colorado, making up 52% of the 252 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.

When choosing a daycare in Colorado Springs, 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 Colorado Springs

Showing 131 results

Page 5 of 5· 131 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 131 before or after school daycares in Colorado Springs, Colorado, out of 252 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Colorado Springs, 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
Colorado Springs offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 99 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 21 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 131 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 Colorado Springs for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Colorado Springs 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.