How do I choose the right daycare in Thornton?

When choosing a daycare in Thornton, 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 Thornton?

Thornton offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 27 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 Thornton, Colorado (27 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 Thornton for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Thornton

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.

Bundles Of Babies

4.72 score

4.9(20)

941 E 88th Ave, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 13 children

Bundles of Babies receives consistently excellent reviews, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and family-like environment. Multiple parents note long-term loyalty, with some returning after years and others driving significant distances rather than switching providers. The center is noted for developmental progress, special needs support, and a nurturing director named Angie.

Exceptional staff care and communicationstrong bonds between teachers and childrendevelopmental progress observed in childrenfamily-like atmosphere

Bundles Of Babies II

4.72 score

4.9(20)

940 Oak Pl, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

Parents consistently praise Bundles of Babies II for exceptional care, strong teacher-child relationships, and outstanding communication from Director Angie. Families report high satisfaction with child development, safety, and feeling welcomed as part of a family-like community. The center has such high demand that waitlists are common, with some parents willing to drive significant distances to maintain enrollment.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent communicationDirector Angie's leadership and warmthfamily-like atmosphere

Lord Of Life Preschool

4.64 score

4.8(20)

12021 Northaven Cir, Thornton, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 36 children

Lord of Life Preschool is a religious facility in Thornton, Colorado with consistently high satisfaction from parents. Reviews praise the welcoming community, Christ-centered education, dedicated staff, and strong pastoral leadership. Parents report it as an excellent choice for families seeking faith-based early childhood education and long-term enrollment through 8th grade.

Friendly and welcoming communitydedicated and hardworking staffChrist-centered curriculu

A Child'S Touch

4.48 score

4.6(20)

9141 Poze Blvd, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 296 children

A Child's Touch receives consistently high praise from parents for its exceptional staff, comprehensive curriculum, and beautiful facilities. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, nurturing environment, and excellent communication. The center is noted for affordability and integration of faith-based values alongside academics.

Highly educated and caring staffengaging curriculum with strong academic resultsspacious outdoor play areasclean and secu

Primrose School Of Thornton

4.48 score

4.6(20)

12899 Grant Dr, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 190 children

Primrose School of Thornton receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional leadership, dedicated staff, and a developmentally appropriate curriculum that fosters both academic and social growth. Parents consistently commend Director Nikki's communication and approachability, as well as the school's calm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Multiple parents note significant improvements in their children's development

Lisa D'S Homework Club

4.43 score

4.6(13)

3960 E 128th Ave, Thornton, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 55 children

Reviews do not pertain to daycare services. The ratings appear to be for a church and its associated Indian festival/pow wow held in September, not for LISA D'S HOMEWORK CLUB daycare operations.

Welcoming communitycultural eventsfriendly congregationyouth programs

Adventure Club At Thornton Comm Ctr

4.4 score

4.5(20)

2211 Eppinger Blvd, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

Note: These reviews are for Thornton Community Center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the newly renovated facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and diverse amenities including gym, library, youth areas, and recreation spaces. Visitors consistently rate it highly for its open design and convenient all-in-one location.

Newly renovated and cleanfriendly and helpful stafffree library and youth areasgym facilities

Thornton Community Center

4.4 score

4.5(20)

2211 Eppinger Blvd, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

Note: Reviews appear to be for the community center's gym, library, and recreation facilities rather than daycare services. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, modern renovations, friendly staff, and diverse amenities including gym equipment, library, youth areas, and outdoor facilities.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffmodern design with open flow layoutvariety of amenities in one location

Sweet Pea Center For Early Learning

4.4 score

4.8(5)

320 E 128th Ave, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

Sweet Pea Center for Early Learning receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong communication, and positive impact on their children's development and excitement about attending. The smaller center size is noted as beneficial for individualized attention.

caring and sweet staffexcellent communicationchildren excited to attendstrong child development and growth

Footprints-Daycare

4.38 score

4.5(16)

3101 E 100th Ave, Thornton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

Footprints Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, stable staff, strong learning environment, and family-oriented atmosphere that has been maintained across three generations of ownership for 29 years.

Loving and caring teachersexceptional staff stability with no turnoversmall class sizesone-on-one teaching

Before or After School Daycare in Thornton, Colorado

There are 27 before or after school daycare in Thornton, Colorado, making up 49% of the 55 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 Thornton, 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 27 before or after school daycares in Thornton, Colorado, out of 55 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 Thornton, 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

Thornton offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 27 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 Thornton for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Thornton 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.

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