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1,378 Before or After School Daycare in Colorado

Browse 1,378 before or after school daycare across Colorado. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Colorado

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Colorado can make the decision-making process smoother.

Colorado has about 3,018 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Colorado. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Colorado

There are 3,018 daycares in Colorado: 39 headstart facilities, 1,378 before/after school centers, 237 religious facility daycares, and 1,364 childcare and preschool centers.

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All Before or After School Daycare in Colorado

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Red Rocks Comm College Saccc Kendallvue
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

This facility appears to be a community college, not a daycare center. The reviews discuss higher education experiences rather than childcare services. Most reviewers praise the campus facilities, teaching quality, and affordability, though some note inconsistencies in service quality and staff professionalism.

Beautiful campus with excellent facilities (gymclimbing wallsports courts)
Address
13658 W Marlow Ave, Morrison, CO
Phone
(303) 914-6203
Villasport Athletic Club
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Parents praise Villasport Athletic Club's childcare services as exceptional, with staff described as caring, kind, and engaging. Children enjoy rotating classes, crafts, and games during their time in care. The facility offers excellent amenities including pools, fitness classes, and various wellness services.

Caring and attentive childcare staffengaging activities and crafts for childrenrotating classes to maintain interest
Address
5904 Prairie Schooner Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 522-1221
Sewall Child Development
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Sewall Child Development receives predominantly positive reviews praising dedicated teachers, inclusive programming, and nurturing environments, but several parents report serious concerns about inadequate responses to bullying and physical aggression between children, as well as poor communication from administrative staff.

Caring and dedicated teachersinclusive environment for children with special needsstrong educational curriculum
Address
940 Fillmore St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 399-1800
Quality
Life Center Academy After School Prog
Before or After School Daycare
3.9
Address
3939 Redwood Ln, Pueblo, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Red Rocks Comm Col Sacc @ Bear Creek K-8
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

This is not a daycare center but a community college. The reviews are from college students and visitors praising the beautiful Lakewood campus, quality instruction, and extensive facilities. Overall satisfaction is high with most praising dedicated teachers and affordable education.

Beautiful campus with scenic viewsexcellent facilities (gymclimbing wall
Address
9601 W Dartmouth Pl, Lakewood, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Roaring Fork School District - Gses
Before or After School Daycare
3.8
Address
915 School St, Glenwood Springs, CO
Phone
(707) 631-3993
Quality
Families Forward Resource Center
Before or After School Daycare
3.8
Address
1255 Kenton St, Aurora, CO
Phone
(303) 307-0718
F.M. Day Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
3.8

F.M. Day Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, communication, cleanliness, and educational quality. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about principal conduct, special needs compliance issues, and school district scheduling closures.

Kind and communicative staffclean facility with good toys and learning toolsstaff knows all children's names
Address
1740 Jordan Dr, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 542-4079
Quality
Duncan Family Ymca Sacc
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

This facility is consistently praised for cleanliness, friendly and professional staff, and well-maintained equipment. Members highlight the less crowded atmosphere compared to other Denver-area gyms and appreciate the attentive customer service from named staff members. The facility offers good value and maintains high standards for a community fitness center.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffless crowded than competitor gyms
Address
6350 Eldridge St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(720) 810-7313
Early Childhood Education
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
2400 E Vanburen, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 520-2538
Quality
Early Childhood Education
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
4285 S Nonchalant Cir, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 520-2538
Quality
Susan M Duncan Family Ymca Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

This review dataset appears to be for a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the clean facility, friendly and helpful staff (particularly managers like Veronica and front desk staff like Lisa), well-maintained equipment, and lack of overcrowding compared to other Denver gyms.

Clean facilityprofessional and helpful staffample equipment including Olympic lifting racks
Address
6350 Eldridge St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 422-2498
Quality
Ymca Of Pueblo
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Parents praise the YMCA of Pueblo's childcare and daycare services, highlighting friendly and caring staff who make children feel welcomed and appreciated. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and offers diverse programming for families. However, some parents report issues with communication regarding scheduling and pool availability.

friendly and knowledgeable staffclean and well-maintained facilitiescaring childcare providers
Address
28881 Gale Rd, Pueblo, CO
Phone
(719) 543-5151
Ymca Of Pueblo Cedar Ridge
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Cedar Ridge facility for its clean, well-maintained premises and exceptionally friendly, caring staff. The daycare program receives particular acclaim for staff dedication and child engagement, though some patrons express concerns about facility scheduling clarity and pool access hours.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean and well-maintained facilitydedicated childwatch and daycare personnel
Address
1266 Oro Grande Dr, Pueblo West, CO
Phone
(719) 543-5151
Jamaica Child Development Center
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
800 Jamaica St, Aurora, CO
Phone
(303) 364-9371
Quality
Springield Ps & Ccc
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
389 Tipton St, Springfield, CO
Phone
(719) 523-6920
Garfield Re-2 School District And Aspen
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
839 Whiteriver, Rifle, CO
Phone
(970) 665-7600
Early Childhood Education / Vrain
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
835 E St. Vrain St, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 328-2700
Quality
Camp Erie @ Aspen Ridge
Before or After School Daycare
3.5

Most parents report positive experiences with caring, dedicated staff and a supportive community atmosphere. However, serious concerns have been raised about staff conduct and handling of special needs accommodations, including alleged inappropriate behavior by a staff member and failure to address reported incidents.

Caring and talented facultysupportive communitygood school culture
Address
705 Austin Ave, Erie, CO
Phone
(303) 926-2797
Aspen Ridge School INC.
Before or After School Daycare
3.5

Aspen Ridge School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, supportive community, and calm atmosphere. However, serious concerns have been raised by parents regarding staff conduct and inadequate handling of special needs accommodations, including allegations of inappropriate behavior by an employee.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong school culturesupportive community
Address
705 Austin Ave, Erie, CO
Phone
(720) 242-6225
Quality
Adventures In Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
3.5

Adventures in Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff described as caring, professional, and supportive. The facility is praised for communication, security, learning environment, and smooth transitions for children. However, two 1-star reviews allege serious concerns regarding staff behavior and child safety.

Caring and friendly staffexcellent communication with daily activity sheetsstrong security
Address
26663 N Turkey Crk, Evergreen, CO
Phone
(303) 697-4252
Innovation Learning @ Elk Creek
Before or After School Daycare
3.5

Innovation Learning @ Elk Creek receives highly mixed reviews. While customer service is universally praised for being responsive and helpful, the on-site staff and program quality have significant issues including unreliability, poor communication about absences, and lack of educational content despite STEM program claims.

Exceptional customer service team (especially Patti)responsive to parent questionsflexible scheduling options
Address
13304 Us Hwy 285, Pine, CO
Phone
(303) 870-9798
Quality
Frontier Adventure Club
Before or After School Daycare
3.5
Address
3755 Meadow Ridge Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 536-0995
Aspen Ridge School INC.
Before or After School Daycare
3.5

Aspen Ridge School has mostly very positive reviews praising caring staff, supportive community, and individual attention to children's needs. However, there are serious allegations from two parents regarding a staff member named Rebecca Mayo-Cody's inappropriate behavior and mishandling of a child with special needs.

Caring and dedicated facultysupportive communitysmall school atmosphere
Address
705 Austin Ave, Eric, CO
Phone
(720) 242-6225
Hyland Hills Ccc @ Co Stem Academy
Before or After School Daycare
3.5

Parents overwhelmingly praise Hyland Hills CCC @ CO STEM Academy for its strong academic programs, attentive teachers, and modern facilities. The school is commended for its STEM curriculum, individualized learning support, and inclusive policies around bullying and special needs accommodation. A few minor concerns were raised about middle school HVAC systems, lunch quality inconsistency, and bus/pickup logistics.

Attentive and caring teachersstrong STEM curriculum
Address
7281 Irving St, Westminster, CO
Phone
(303) 429-7836
Quality
The Colorado Springs School
Before or After School Daycare
3.4
Address
21 Broadmoor Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 475-5975
Quality
Durango School Dist 9r /Kid'S Camp Park
Before or After School Daycare
3.3
Address
623 E 5th Ave, Durango, CO
Phone
(970) 247-5411
Durango School Dist 9r / Kid'S Camp Florida
Before or After School Daycare
3.3
Address
216 Highway 172, Durango, CO
Phone
(970) 247-5411
Granby Recreation Department
Before or After School Daycare
3.3
Address
201 W Topaz, Granby, CO
Phone
(970) 887-3961
City Of Grand Junction P & R / East
Before or After School Daycare
3.3

Parents praise the City of Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department for exceptional customer service, responsive staff, and well-maintained facilities. Reviews highlight positive experiences with youth programs, coaches, and park amenities across the city.

Excellent customer service and quick response timesDedicated and accommodating staffWell-organized youth programs with quality coaching
Address
830 Gunnison Ave, Grand Junction, CO
Phone
(970) 254-3866

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,378 before or after school daycares across Colorado. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Colorado are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Colorado's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Colorado, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Colorado sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Colorado vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.