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Best Before or After School Daycare in Ashland, KY

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Ashland. Average rating: 4.19/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ashland, Kentucky at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.19/5
Parent reviews
43
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Ashland has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 43 parent reviews averaging 4.19/5.The largest concentration is in 41101 with 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ashland

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
    Pollard Neighborhood Day Care
    4.28 score
    4.4(12)

    2335 Pollard Road, Ashland, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    NOTE: This facility appears to be a hospice care center, not a daycare. Reviews praise the peaceful environment, compassionate staff, and excellent end-of-life care. One reviewer reported disrespectful behavior from a staff member after their relative's passing.

    Calm and serene environmentcaring and compassionate staffflexible family visiting hoursprofessional care
  2. 2
    Ashland Area Ymca Child Care
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    3232 Megan Neyer Way, Ashland, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 195 children

    The Ashland Area YMCA Child Care receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and welcoming staff, clean facilities, and diverse amenities including a pool with swim lessons, fitness classes, and basketball courts. Reviews highlight both the quality of child care services and the broader community support the facility provides.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesexcellent pool with swim lessonsvariety of fitness classes
  3. 3
    Ashland Child Development Center
    3.24 score
    2.6(6)

    1538 Central Avenue, Ashland, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children

    Ashland Child Development Center has received highly polarized reviews. While one long-term parent praised the center and staff, multiple recent reviewers reported serious concerns including poor communication about daily activities, staffing instability, disorganization, billing issues, inadequate supervision ratios, and lack of incident documentation.

    Caring and hardworking staff memberspositive long-term experience for some families

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Ashland

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.1avg rating
10 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ashland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
411018
4.25
2
411026
4.1
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ashland (25–211 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

4

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ashland based on parent reviews

Boyd County Little Friends

4.7(3)

12300 Midland Trail Road, Ashland, KY

One parent highlights the staff and positive learning environment, noting that student needs are prioritized, while another simply describes it as a great place. However, a third reviewer offers a tepid assessment, stating only that it is 'fine I guess.'

Great staffpositive learning environmentstudent needs come first

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Daycare types in Ashland

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Ashland, Kentucky

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Ashland, Kentucky, making up 21% of the 14 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 Ashland have an average rating of 4.19 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 43% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 43 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ashland, 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 Ashland

Showing 3 results

Boyd County Little Friends
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

One parent highlights the staff and positive learning environment, noting that student needs are prioritized, while another simply describes it as a great place. However, a third reviewer offers a tepid assessment, stating only that it is 'fine I guess.'

Great staffpositive learning environmentstudent needs come first
Address
12300 Midland Trail Road, Ashland, KY
Phone
(606) 928-7118
Summit School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
830 State Route 716, Ashland, KY
Phone
(606) 928-4566
Cannonsburg Elementary School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12219 Midland Trail Road, Ashland, KY
Phone
(606) 928-7134

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Ashland, Kentucky, out of 14 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 Ashland have an average Google rating of 4.19 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 43% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ashland, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Kentucky's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kentucky)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Ashland offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Kentucky 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 Ashland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ashland must be licensed by Kentucky'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.