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5 Before or After School Daycare in Columbus, Nebraska

Browse all 5 before or after school daycare in Columbus, Nebraska. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbus

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
    St Isidore After School Program
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    3921 20th Street, Columbus, NE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for St. Isidore Catholic Church, not the after-school program. Reviews praise the church building's modern design, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere, with particular mention of architectural details and the priest's kindness.

    Beautiful modern facilitywell-maintained groundswelcoming communityfriendly parishioners
  2. 2
    Columbus Community Hospital Child Care Center
    3.28 score
    3.1(20)

    3970 Health Parkway, Columbus, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 155 children

    These reviews are for Columbus Community Hospital, not a daycare center. The reviews discuss hospital care experiences including emergency services, surgical procedures, obstetrics, and diagnostic services. All reviewers praised staff professionalism, kindness, and quality of care.

    Skilled and compassionate nursing staffefficient emergency responsehelpful administrative staffcomfortable patient experience

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Columbus based on parent reviews

Columbus After School Program - Lost Creek

5(1)

3772 33rd Avenue, Columbus, NE

Columbus After School Program - West Park

5(1)

4100 Adamy Street, Columbus, NE

Columbus After School Program - Centennial

5(1)

500 Centennial Street, Columbus, NE

Columbus After School Program - North Park

5(1)

2200 31st Street, Columbus, NE

Columbus After School Program - Emerson

5(1)

2410 20th Street, Columbus, NE

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Daycare types in Columbus

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Church Daycare 6Before or After School Daycare 5

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🎒 After School Programs 8🎨 Preschools 4

Before or After School Daycare in Columbus, Nebraska

There are 5 before or after school daycare in Columbus, Nebraska, making up 22% of the 23 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 Columbus, 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 Columbus

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Columbus After School Program - Lost Creek
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
3772 33rd Avenue, Columbus, NE
Phone
(402) 276-6428
Columbus After School Program - West Park
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
4100 Adamy Street, Columbus, NE
Phone
(402) 563-4901
Columbus After School Program - Centennial
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
500 Centennial Street, Columbus, NE
Phone
(402) 276-6426
Columbus After School Program - North Park
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
2200 31st Street, Columbus, NE
Phone
(402) 563-4901
Columbus After School Program - Emerson
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
2410 20th Street, Columbus, NE
Phone
(402) 276-6427

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 before or after school daycares in Columbus, Nebraska, out of 23 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 Columbus, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Nebraska's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Nebraska)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Columbus offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Nebraska 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 Columbus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Columbus must be licensed by Nebraska'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.