Best Daycares in Fayetteville, AR — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 13 daycares and childcare centers in Fayetteville based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Fayetteville

  1. #1 — The Goddard School Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Fayetteville Creative School Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Parkside Playschool Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — First School of First United Presbyterian Church Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Play Learn School Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Wee Care Christian Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Jean Tyson Child Development Study Center Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Preschool Place Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Old Farmington Road Head Start Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Teeny Tiny Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Living Faith Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Cadence Academy Preschool, Fayetteville Score: 11/100

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

  13. #13 — Wood Avenue Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. 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 Fayetteville?
The Goddard School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
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 Fayetteville?
Childcare costs in Fayetteville 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.