Best Daycares in Baton Rouge, LA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 29 daycares and childcare centers in Baton Rouge based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Baton Rouge

  1. #1 — Country Day School of Baton Rouge Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — The Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Maranatha Montessori School Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — A Lil' One's Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Lad's & Lassie's Academy Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Primrose School of South Baton Rouge Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Wonderland Head Start Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — St Francis Xavier Early Learning Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Southdowns School Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — LSU Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Raising Angels Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School, Development Office Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Catholic church. View full profile →

  14. #14 — St Thomas More Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  15. #15 — Broadmoor Presbyterian Early Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — London Bridge Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — St. George Catholic Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  18. #18 — Little Sprouts Preschool and MDO Score: 11/100

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

  19. #19 — Mason's Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Baton Rouge Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  21. #21 — Rosenwald Pre K Center Score: 11/100

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

  22. #22 — Jackson's Preschool and Child Care Score: 11/100

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

  23. #23 — Wyandotte Pre-K Center Score: 11/100

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

  24. #24 — New Horizon Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  25. #25 — Freeman Matthews Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  26. #26 — Picardy KinderCare Score: 11/100

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

  27. #27 — Floynell KinderCare Score: 11/100

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

  28. #28 — Country Day Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  29. #29 — Jerry's Christian Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, 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 →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Baton Rouge?
Country Day School of Baton Rouge is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge?
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 Baton Rouge?
Childcare costs in Baton Rouge 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.