Best Daycares in Lexington, KY — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 36 daycares and childcare centers in Lexington based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Lexington

  1. #1 — The Learning Garden Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Fayette Cooperating Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Little Blessings Christian Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Clays Mill CARES Daycare & Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Kids 'R' Kids Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Garden Springs Day School Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Tots Landing - Garden Springs Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Little Elks Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Tots Landing - Shillito Park Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — St Michael's School Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — SOAR Academy Lex Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — High Street Neighborhood Center Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Wee Care Daycare And Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Lexington Friends Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  15. #15 — The Nest Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — Good Shepherd Day School Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — The Learning Tree Preschool and Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  18. #18 — Visually Impaired Preschool Services Score: 15/100

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

  19. #19 — The Lutheran School of Lexington Score: 15/100

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

  20. #20 — Gan Shalom Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  21. #21 — Walnut Hill Day School Score: 15/100

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

  22. #22 — Milk And Honey Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  23. #23 — Building Blocks Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  24. #24 — Growing Together Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  25. #25 — Wilhite KinderCare Score: 12/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Fayette County Preschool Center Score: 11/100

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

  27. #27 — Smart Beez Child Care Score: 11/100

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

  28. #28 — Pepperhill Farm Score: 11/100

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

  29. #29 — Lexington KinderCare Score: 11/100

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

  30. #30 — Wellington KinderCare 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 Lexington?
The Learning Garden is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Lexington 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 Lexington?
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 Lexington?
Childcare costs in Lexington 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.