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2 Before or After School Daycare in Independence, Kentucky

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

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Independence

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
    Rainbow Child Care Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    5049 Madison Pike, Independence, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children

    Rainbow Child Care Center in Independence receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular recognition for its educational programs, caring staff, and leadership under Director Meghan. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academics and social skills, and appreciate the responsive communication and daily updates provided through the KinderCare app.

    Excellent educational outcomes and academic focuscaring and engaged teachersresponsive leadership and administrationdaily app updates with photos
  2. 2
    Independence Learning Center
    3.15 score
    2.3(5)

    155 Court House Crossing, Independence, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children

    Independence Learning Center has received mostly negative reviews citing serious safety and management concerns. While one parent praised the facility for resolving biting issues and assisting with potty training, multiple parents reported severe incidents including a scalding burn, inadequate staff training, unprofessional handling of behavioral issues, rough physical treatment of children, and security/contract violations.

    Resolved biting problems from previous facilityassisted with potty trainingreasonable costs compared to alternatives

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Daycare types in Independence

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Independence, Kentucky

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Independence, Kentucky, making up 13% of the 16 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 Independence, 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 Independence

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Children INC. Early Learning Center At Summit View Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5006 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 431-2075
Saint Cecilia Day Care & After Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5313 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 363-4314

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Independence, Kentucky, out of 16 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 Independence, 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
Independence offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Independence for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Independence 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.