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2 Before or After School Daycare in Bardstown, Kentucky

Browse all 2 before or after school daycare in Bardstown, Kentucky. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bardstown

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.

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    Nelson County Early Learning Child Care Center
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    1200 Cardinal Drive, Bardstown, KY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 178 children

    Nelson County Early Learning Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, efficient operations, and quality early childhood education. One parent expressed frustration with communication and acceptance procedures during pandemic capacity restrictions. Overall, parents praise the school's professionalism and their children's learning experiences.

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Highest rated daycares in Bardstown based on parent reviews

Nelson County Early Learning Child Care Center

4.5(6)

1200 Cardinal Drive, Bardstown, KY

Nelson County Early Learning Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, efficient operations, and quality early childhood education. One parent expressed frustration with communication and acceptance procedures during pandemic capacity restrictions. Overall, parents praise the school's professionalism and their children's learning experiences.

Caring and loving teachersefficient drop-off/pick-up processstaff knows students b

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Daycare types in Bardstown

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Bardstown, Kentucky

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Bardstown, Kentucky, making up 15% of the 13 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 Bardstown, 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 Bardstown

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Nelson County Early Learning Child Care Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Nelson County Early Learning Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, efficient operations, and quality early childhood education. One parent expressed frustration with communication and acceptance procedures during pandemic capacity restrictions. Overall, parents praise the school's professionalism and their children's learning experiences.

Caring and loving teachersefficient drop-off/pick-up processstaff knows students b
Address
1200 Cardinal Drive, Bardstown, KY
Phone
(502) 350-3914
The Swamp/Nelson County Frysc Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
211 East Muir Avenue, Bardstown, KY
Phone
(502) 349-7205

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Bardstown, Kentucky, out of 13 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 Bardstown, 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
Bardstown offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Bardstown for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bardstown 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.