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Best Before or After School Daycare in Altoona, PA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Altoona. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Altoona, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.03/5
Parent reviews
131
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Altoona has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 131 parent reviews averaging 4.03/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 38% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 16601 (avg 4.73 stars), while 16602 has the largest selection (17 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Altoona

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
    Tender Love For Chdn.Childcare Ps Kindergarten
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    1401 12th Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 235 children

    Tender Love for Children's Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the safe, organized environment and dedicated staff who treat children with care and respect. The facility offers programs from infants through pre-K with strong community reputation and state recognition. One negative review cited understaffing and poor front desk customer service.

    Safe and secure facility with CCTVorganized operationscaring and dedicated staffstrong leadership and director oversight
  2. 2
    Lily Pond School-Age Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    4 Sheraton Dr, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 151 children

    Lily Pond School-Age Center (also known as Kids First) receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented atmosphere. Parents report high-quality education, excellent communication, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is recommended for its professionalism, safety practices, and positive impact on child development.

    Caring and dedicated stafffamily-oriented environmentstrong communication with parentsindividualized attention to children's needs
  3. 3
    Time To Succeed Child Care And Early Learning Ctr
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    1020 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 111 children

    Parents consistently praise Time to Succeed for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Children reportedly feel comfortable, safe, and happy while developing socially and academically. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating strong parent satisfaction and staff retention.

    Welcoming and kind staffindividual attention to each child's needsstaff consistency and longevityflexible scheduling accommodations
  4. 4
    Begin With Us Child Care And Preschool,Bld B
    3.45 score
    3.3(19)

    729 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children

    Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Child Care and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. The center is commended for its play-based curriculum aligned with state standards, engaging extracurricular activities, and responsive administration. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and socially, with excellent preparation for kindergarten.

  5. 5
    Begin With Us Childcare And Preschool
    3.45 score
    3.3(19)

    710 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 11 children

    Begin With Us Childcare and Preschool in Altoona receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, praising the welcoming staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum aligned with early learning standards, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, safe environment, and excellent summer camp program.

    welcoming and caring staffbright and organized classroomssafe and spaci
  6. 6
    Begin With Us Child Care And Preschool
    3.45 score
    3.3(19)

    711 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Child Care and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring teachers, engaging curriculum aligned with state standards, and excellent outdoor spaces. Families report their children thrive socially, emotionally, and developmentally while attending.

    Welcoming and caring staffbright and well-organized classroomssafe and spacious playgroundhealthy fresh snacks
  7. 7
    Begin With Us Childcare And Preschool
    3.45 score
    3.3(19)

    703 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

    Parents consistently praise Begin With Us Childcare and Preschool for its welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong focus on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, benefit from varied extracurricular activities and field trips, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. Parents appreciate the responsive leadership and caring environment.

    welcoming and caring staffbright and organized classroomssafe playground with ample outdoor spacehealthy fresh snacks provided daily

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Altoona

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
6
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 131 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Welcoming and caring staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.03avg rating
23 daycares · 13 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Altoona zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
166018
4.73
3
1660217
3.82
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Altoona (11–235 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

3

Map

Daycare types in Altoona

Child Daycare & Preschools 23Before or After School Daycare 2

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Before or After School Daycare in Altoona, Pennsylvania

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Altoona, Pennsylvania, making up 8% of the 25 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 Altoona have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.03 stars. Our analysis covers 131 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Altoona, 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 Altoona

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Lily Pond At Ebner
Before or After School Daycare
Address
910 Poland Avenue, Altoona, PA
Phone
(814) 946-8400
Lily Pond At Logan
Before or After School Daycare
Address
301 Sycamore St, Altoona, PA
Phone
(814) 329-1140
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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Altoona, Pennsylvania, out of 25 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 Altoona have an average Google rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 38% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Altoona, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Altoona offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 23 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 Pennsylvania 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 Altoona for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Altoona must be licensed by Pennsylvania'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.