Best Before or After School Daycare in Lexington, KY
Compare 23 before or after school daycare in Lexington. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lexington, Kentucky at a glance
- Programs
- 23
- Avg rating
- 4.2/5
- Parent reviews
- 931
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 42
Lexington has 23 licensed before or after school daycare with 931 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.42 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 48% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 40502 (avg 4.79 stars), while 40503 has the largest selection (30 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lexington
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.
- 1Ashland'S Creative Activities Program (A-Cap)4.75 score5(15)
195 North Ashland Ave, Lexington, KY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Parents universally praise ARTplay as an exceptional creative arts space for children ages 1-10. The program is recognized for its child-led, low-pressure approach to art exploration, welcoming atmosphere, and owner Jarah's genuine care for individual students. Classes, camps, and birthday parties are consistently described as magical experiences that encourage creativity and self-expression.
Child-led learning approachcalm and welcoming atmospheresensory play optionsaccommodates different learning styles - 2Lexington Hearing & Speech Center4.72 score4.9(20)
350 Henry Clay Blvd, Lexington, KY · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 239 children
This facility is not a daycare but an audiology and speech center. Parents consistently praise the professional staff, thorough testing, friendly atmosphere, and quality hearing aid services. Patients report excellent long-term care and successful outcomes across all reviews.
Professional and knowledgeable audiologistsfriendly and personable staffthorough explanations of options and costspatient and accommodating with children - 3Megaminds Educare4.58 score5(7)
679 Lima Drive, Lexington, KY · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 138 children
MEGAMINDS EDUCARE receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, stable staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy and eager to attend, with staff treating children with genuine care and attention. The facility is described as clean, bright, and well-appointed.
Caring and attentive stafflow staff turnoverclean and bright facilitychildren enjoy attending - 4Gg'S Place4.56 score4.7(20)
1497 Anniston Dr, Lexington, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children
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Not applicable - reviews are for a restaurantnot a daycare - 5Porter Memorial Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten4.56 score4.7(20)
4300 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 211 children
Porter Memorial Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten is a church-based center in Lexington, Kentucky with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming community, Christ-centered environment, quality programming for children including AWANA and VBS, and engaged volunteers. The facility features modern renovations, ample parking, and strong emphasis on faith formation and community service.
welcoming and friendly staffChrist-centered curriculumquali - 6Beaumont Centre Family Ymca-Sacc4.56 score4.7(20)
3251 Beaumont Centre Circle, Lexington, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 130 children
Beaumont Centre Family YMCA in Lexington is highly regarded for its comprehensive facilities and programs. Members praise the clean, well-maintained facility, diverse activity options for families, friendly and professional staff, and variety of fitness classes for all ages and fitness levels. The center fosters a strong community atmosphere that supports members' physical, mental, and overall wellness.
Clean and well-maintained facilitieswide variety of classes and programsprofessional and friendly staffpool and aquatic programs - 7Creative Kids Child Care Center4.55 score4.7(19)
2385 Huguenard Drive, Lexington, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Creative Kids Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring, welcoming staff, clean facility, educational activities, and strong communication from management. Children reportedly show enthusiasm about attending and experience significant developmental growth.
Caring and nurturing staffclean facilityexcellent communication with parentsoutdoor play space - 8Lutheran School Of Lexington (The)4.55 score5(6)
425 Patchen Dr, Lexington, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Parents praise The Lutheran School of Lexington as an excellent preschool with a warm, family-like atmosphere and caring teachers. The school successfully prepares children for kindergarten while supporting their academic and social-emotional development, including helping non-native English speakers build confidence.
Caring and kind teacherssmall classroom settingfamily-like environmentkindergarten readiness preparation - 9Fayette Cooperating Nursery School4.55 score5(6)
3564 Clays Mill Road, Lexington, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents consistently praise Fayette Cooperating Nursery School as an exceptional, research-driven learning environment where children thrive academically and socially. The school is known for its creative, hands-on activities, daily outdoor play, and strong parent involvement through required volunteering. Families appreciate the caring teachers and personalized attention, with many noting transformative impacts on their children's development.
Research-driven curriculumcreative and engaging activitieslow adult-to-child ratiodaily outdoor play in all weather - 10Wee Care Fyk4.55 score5(6)
455 East Maxwell Street, Lexington, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Wee Care FYK in Lexington receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviews. Parents consistently praise the owners, director, and long-tenured staff for providing loving, nurturing care with strong educational outcomes that prepare children for elementary school.
Kind and caring staffnurturing environmenteducational focusstrong academic preparation
Rating Distribution
Based on 87 daycares with Google ratings in Lexington
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 931 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Lexington, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Lexington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40502 | 14 | 4.79 | 7 | |
| 40509 | 11 | 4.5 | 2 | |
| 40508 | 20 | 4.4 | 7 | |
| 40503 | 30 | 4.39 | 10 | |
| 40511 | 14 | 4.37 | 3 | |
| 40515 | 10 | 4.22 | 2 | |
| 40513 | 5 | 4.13 | 1 | |
| 40504 | 17 | 4.06 | 3 | |
| 40505 | 22 | 3.99 | 4 | |
| 40517 | 20 | 3.53 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lexington (10–454 children)
Small
up to 30 children
23
Medium
31–75 children
43
Large
76–150 children
64
Very Large
150+ children
42
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Highest rated daycares in Lexington based on parent reviews
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Before or After School Daycare in Lexington, Kentucky
There are 23 before or after school daycare in Lexington, Kentucky, making up 13% of the 172 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 Lexington have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 87 rated facilities, with 48% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 931 parent reviews. Parents in Lexington most frequently praise daycares for caring and attentive staff, clean facility, and welcoming atmosphere.
When choosing a daycare in Lexington, 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 Lexington
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Parents universally praise ARTplay as an exceptional creative arts space for children ages 1-10. The program is recognized for its child-led, low-pressure approach to art exploration, welcoming atmosphere, and owner Jarah's genuine care for individual students. Classes, camps, and birthday parties are consistently described as magical experiences that encourage creativity and self-expression.
- Address
- 195 North Ashland Ave, Lexington, KY
- Phone
- (859) 381-3243
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- 1113 Centre Pkwy, Lexington, KY
- Phone
- (859) 381-3606
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- 2585 Liberty Rd., Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-4979
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- 2319 Clays Mill Road, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3355
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- 710 Glendover Road, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 258-9622
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- 1940 Eastland Parkway, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3118
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- 1710 N. Forbes Road, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-4953
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- 2101 St. Mathilda Drive, Lexington, KY
- Phone
- (859) 381-3273
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- 340 Wilson Downing Road, Lexington, KY
- Phone
- (859) 381-3589
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- 2151 Garden Springs Drive, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3388
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- 551 Parkside Drive, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 489-9828
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- 1125 Tates Creek Road, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3018
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- 1251 Beaumont Centre Lane, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3132
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- 4351 Clearwater Way, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3161
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- 1642 Harrodsburg Road, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3563
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- 330 Rookwood Parkway, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 489-9864
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- 3337 Squires Oak Dr, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3001
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- 336 Redding Rd, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 381-3500
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- 412 Cochran Road, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 266-5641
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- 695 East New Circle Road, Lexington, KY
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- (859) 270-7062
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- 2441 Huntly Place, Lexington, KY
- Phone
- (489) 489-9835
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- 1150 Passage Mound Way, Lexington, KY
- Phone
- (859) 489-9852
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- 194 N. Limestone Street, Lexington, KY
- Phone
- (859) 254-1361
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- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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