Best Daycares in Aurora, CO — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 46 daycares and childcare centers in Aurora based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Aurora

  1. #1 — Village Green Center & Preschool Score: 23/100

    Welcome to the official website of City of Aurora. Aurora is Colorado

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Saint Michael the Archangel Preschool Score: 21/100

    Preschool information about St. Michael Catholic Parish the Archangel in Aurora, Colorado.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Positive Alternative Preschool Score: 20/100

    Tangerine Early Learning, Inc.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Children's Playland Score: 18/100

    Daycare and Preschool in Aurora CO

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Atlas Children's Academy Score: 18/100

    atlaschildrensacademy.com

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Little Ones Learning Center Score: 15/100

    QualiStar - Productos de Salud para Hombres y Mujeres

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Mount Olive Lutheran Early Childhood Education Center Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Learning Stones Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — OPENair Academy at Stanley Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Creative Learning Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Flame Lily Montessori Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Jamaica Child Development Center Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Emmanuel STEM International Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Primrose School of Tallgrass Score: 15/100

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

  15. #15 — The Goddard School Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — Holy Love Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — Peace With Christ Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  18. #18 — La Petite Ecole Score: 15/100

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

  19. #19 — Bright Minds Children Academy Score: 15/100

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

  20. #20 — You be You Early Learning Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Community services non profits. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Angels of God Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  22. #22 — St. Pius X Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, Catholic church. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Behavioral Perspectives Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Bright Beginnings Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  25. #25 — A Child's View Enrichment House Montessori Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  26. #26 — Parker Learning Center Infant-Toddler Discovery Center Score: 14/100

    Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution node/4168539253. Type: center-based. Program signals: infant-care, toddler-care. Verified fields: name, phone, website, address.

    Programs: Infant Care, Toddler Care. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Creative Infant Early Learining Academy Score: 14/100

    Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution way/350216054. Type: center-based. Program signals: infant-care. Verified fields: name, phone, website, address.

    Programs: Infant Care. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Parker Learning Center Preschool & Child Care Score: 14/100

    Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution way/415936158. Type: center-based. Program signals: preschool. Verified fields: name, phone, website, address.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Sunrise Daycare and Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  30. #30 — Firm Foundation Childcare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Aurora?
Village Green Center & Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Aurora based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Aurora?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Aurora?
Childcare costs in Aurora 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.