Best Daycares in Little Rock, AR — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 15 daycares and childcare centers in Little Rock based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Little Rock

  1. #1 — forward arkansas team Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Children's House Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — UAMS Head Start/Early Head Start Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Archild Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Teach Play to Learn Child Care and Preschool Developmental Academy Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Second Presbyterian Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Asbury Christian Child Development Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Fair Park Early Childhood Center Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — St Mark's Day School Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Ms. Carries Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — UAMS Southwest Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  12. #12 — Baptist Health Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  13. #13 — Woodlawn Davis Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  14. #14 — Darnall School Score: 11/100

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

  15. #15 — First Christian Preschool LR Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Church cathedral. 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 Little Rock?
forward arkansas team is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Little Rock 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 Little Rock?
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 Little Rock?
Childcare costs in Little Rock 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.