Best Daycares in Albuquerque, NM — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 44 daycares and childcare centers in Albuquerque based on listed credentials, recorded public reviews, and profile information.

Top Daycares in Albuquerque

  1. #1 — All Seasons Child Care and Learning Center Score: 33/100

    ABQ Childcare | Trusted Childcare in Albuquerque Since 1974

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — 1st Class Learning Center Score: 27/100

    1st Class Learning Center is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://www.1stclasslearningcenter.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — 2 Steps Ahead Preschool Daycare Score: 27/100

    2 Steps Ahead Preschool Daycare is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: https://childcare.ececd.nm.gov/nm/albuquerque/two-steps-ahead-llc-13623.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — A Child's Garden Score: 27/100

    A Child's Garden is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.achildsgardenabq.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — ABC Preschool and Childcare Score: 27/100

    ABC Preschool and Childcare is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.abcpre.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Children of Faith School Score: 27/100

    Children of Faith School is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, private school, school. Website: http://www.cofschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, School. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Gold Star Academy Score: 27/100

    Gold Star Academy is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, school. Website: https://gold-star-academy.hub.biz/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Kid's Castle Score: 27/100

    Kid's Castle is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://kidscastleabq.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Kidz Academy Preschool Score: 27/100

    Kidz Academy Preschool is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.kidzacademynm.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Mountain View Montessori Score: 27/100

    Mountain View Montessori is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, school, home service. Website: http://mvmabq.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  11. #11 — My Little World Early Learning Center Score: 27/100

    My Little World Early Learning Center is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://business.site/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Our Place Learning Center Score: 27/100

    Our Place Learning Center (EMERG OPEN)

    Programs: Log In Signup Show Navigation Hide Navigation Find Providers Childcare Center, Nanny/Sitters, More Resources Childcare Resources, Miscellaneous, Child Care Jobs, Manage Listing Add Free Listing, Update Listing, Feedback, Add / Update Listings, Support, Advertise. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Calvaryabq Preschool Score: 27/100

    Calvaryabq Preschool is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, school. Website: http://calvaryabq.org/preschool.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  14. #14 — ABQ Children's Academy Score: 26/100

    ABQ Children's Academy is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://abqchildrensacademy.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Eastern Child Development Center Score: 26/100

    Eastern Child Development Center is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://www.tlcdevelopmentcenters.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Discovery One Child Care Score: 26/100

    Discovery One Child Care (EMERG OPEN)

    Programs: Log In Signup Show Navigation Hide Navigation Find Providers Childcare Center, Nanny/Sitters, More Resources Childcare Resources, Miscellaneous, Child Care Jobs, Manage Listing Add Free Listing, Update Listing, Feedback, Add / Update Listings, Support, Advertise. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Hope Christian Preschool Score: 25/100

    Hope Christian Preschool is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, religious school, home service. Website: http://www.hopechristianschool.org.

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, Home service. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Indian Health Service Head Start Score: 25/100

    Indian Health Service Head Start is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://ihs.gov.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Kiddie Academy of Paradise Hills Score: 25/100

    Kiddie Academy of Paradise Hills is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, child care and day care, school, education. Website: https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/paradise-hills/?y_source=1_MTk4OTkwMjctNzI5LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D.

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  20. #20 — AFBC's First Years Foundations Score: 24/100

    AFBC's First Years Foundations is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool. Website: https://fbcabq.org/first-years-foundations.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Children's Choice Child Care Services, Inc Score: 24/100

    Children's Choice Child Care Services, Inc is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, child care and day care, school, education. Website: http://www.childrens-choice.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Ms Kelli's House Score: 23/100

    Ms Kelli's House is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: https://mskellishouse.com.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  23. #23 — St. Luke Preschool Score: 22/100

    St. Luke Preschool is listed as a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Listed focus areas include preschool. Address on file: 9100 Menaul Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM, 87112. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Alvarado Day School Score: 21/100

    Alvarado Day School is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, school, home service. Website: http://alvaradodayschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Elevation Children's Center Score: 21/100

    Elevation Children's Center is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.elevationchildrenscenter.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Learning Ladder Academy Score: 21/100

    Learning Ladder Academy is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://learningladderacademynm.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Roadrunner Child Development Score: 21/100

    Child Care Near Me | Roadrunner Child Development

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Albuquerque Preschool Co-Op Score: 20/100

    Albuquerque Preschool Co-Op is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: https://www.abqpreschoolcoop.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  29. #29 — All Angels Episcopal Day School Score: 20/100

    All Angels Episcopal Day School is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, school, home service. Website: http://www.all-angels.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Coronado Children's Center Score: 20/100

    Coronado Children's Center is a childcare center in Albuquerque, NM. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.coronadochildrenscenter.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. Read our full methodology →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Albuquerque?
All Seasons Child Care and Learning Center is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Albuquerque based on our Directory information score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and available profile information. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Albuquerque?
The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Albuquerque?
Childcare costs in Albuquerque vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.