How do I choose the right daycare in Lakewood?

When choosing a daycare in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood?

Lakewood offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 36 facilities Headstart Programs — 5 facilities Church Daycare — 7 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 31 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Before or After School Daycare in Lakewood, Colorado (31 Results)

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 Lakewood for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lakewood

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.

Green Mountain Village Preschool

4.8 score

5(20)

14099 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 28 children

Green Mountain Village Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and play-based curriculum. Parents report their children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a warm, home-like environment. The facility is noted for exceptional flexibility, individualized attention, and strong communication with families.

Caring and dedicated staffplay-based curriculumwarm home-like environmentindividualized attention to each child

Lakewood United Methodist Pdo + Preschool

4.75 score

5(15)

1390 Brentwood St, Lakewood, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

Lakewood United Methodist Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, play-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially. The facility is noted for welcoming parent involvement and offering flexible program options.

Exceptional and caring staffplay-based learning approachchild-led curriculumwelcoming community atmosphere

Tiny Heart Academy

4.64 score

4.8(20)

12755 W Cedar Dr, Lakewood, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 66 children

Tiny Hearts Academy Lakewood receives universal praise from parents who have used the facility for extended periods. Parents consistently highlight the caring, organized staff, safe environment, strong community feel, and children's academic and social development. Multiple families report it as the best childcare option they've experienced.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe and nurturing environmentexcellent communication via Brightwheel appstrong sense of community

Sunflower Hill Child

4.6 score

4.8(15)

7805 W Hampden Avenue, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

Parents consistently praise Sunflower Hill as a warm, nurturing environment with caring and stable staff. Children thrive through play-based learning, extensive outdoor time, and creative activities, with parents noting smooth transitions and strong emotional development.

Low teacher turnoverwarm and welcoming facilitycaring and patient teachersextensive outdoor time and well-maintained grounds

Great Work Montessori School

4.58 score

5(7)

5300 West Center Avenue, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

Great Work Montessori School in Lakewood receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise its Montessori approach, warm environment, and individualized attention. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong engagement in learning and development of independence and life skills. The school is frequently recommended as a superior alternative to traditional public and private schools.

Montessori hands-on learning approachwarm and welcoming atmosphereindividualized attentionsmall class sizes

Zocalo Outreach

4.58 score

4.9(9)

1380 Ammons St, Lakewood, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

The reviews appear to be for New Life In Christ Church rather than the Zocalo Outreach daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the church community, spiritual support, and hospitality. All ratings are 5/5 stars.

Strong faith communitywelcoming and hospitableprovides support to those in needexcellent sermons

Small Characters

4.56 score

4.7(20)

10025 W Kentucky Dr, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

Small Characters is a highly-rated center-based preschool in Lakewood with consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the dedicated and caring staff, particularly director Andrew, for creating a safe, clean, and engaging environment where children thrive academically and socially. The program offers flexible scheduling, field trips, enrichment activities, and before/after school care with strong communication between staff and families.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Andrew highly praisedClean and secure facilityFlexible scheduling and pay-by-day option

Home Early Learning Center

4.53 score

4.7(15)

1004 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

Home Early Learning Center in Lakewood receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and supportive learning environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center accommodates special needs, provides meals, and offers structured activities with assessments to track development.

Caring and professional staffstrong parent communication with daily updates and photosmeals providedlearning assessments and skill tracking

Inspiration Preschool INC.

4.53 score

4.9(7)

7400 W 20th Ave, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

Parents consistently praise Inspiration Preschool for its nurturing, nature-based learning environment and highly dedicated staff. Children show marked improvements in enthusiasm for learning and school attendance. The facility is described as thoughtfully designed with emphasis on outdoor exploration, creativity, and individualized attention.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and welcoming environmentoutdoor play and nature-based curriculumcreative learning activities

Lakewood Learning Center

4.41 score

4.6(11)

946 Benton St, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

Lakewood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, experienced staff, strong academic preparation, and community-focused environment. Parents report excellent teacher-child ratios, cleanliness, healthy meals, and low teacher turnover, with many noting their children's advanced academic performance upon entering kindergarten.

Experienced and caring teacherslow teacher turnoverstrong academics and literacy outcomesex

Before or After School Daycare in Lakewood, Colorado

There are 31 before or after school daycare in Lakewood, Colorado, making up 39% of the 79 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 Lakewood, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 31 before or after school daycares in Lakewood, Colorado, out of 79 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 Lakewood, 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

Lakewood offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 36 facilities
Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
Church Daycare — 7 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 31 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 Lakewood for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Lakewood 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.

31 Before or After School Daycare in Lakewood, Colorado

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lakewood

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Zocalo Outreach

Foothills Park & Recreation @ Patterson

Jefferson County Open School Preschool

Kids Smart / Glennon Heights

Molholm Preschool

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