Best Daycares in New Orleans, LA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 35 daycares and childcare centers in New Orleans based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in New Orleans

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

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Hoffman Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Trinity Learning Academy of NOLA Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — The Love Center Daycare and Preschool LLC Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Shiloh Garden Pre School Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — University Montessori School Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Child Development Program Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Early Partners Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — All Nations Mother's Day Out Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Little Gate Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Les Enfants Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Children's Pre-School Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Dragon Camp Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Renew ECC Uptown Score: 15/100

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

  15. #15 — Lakeview Presbyterian School Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — Temple's Preschool of Math & Science Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — St. John Berchman's Child Development Center Score: 15/100

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

  18. #18 — Nurture Nursery Score: 15/100

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

  19. #19 — Ariane's Scholars Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  20. #20 — Buddha Blossoms New Orleans Score: 15/100

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

  21. #21 — Krescent City Kids Learning Academy Score: 15/100

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

  22. #22 — Cub Corner Score: 15/100

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

  23. #23 — It Takes A Village Academy Score: 15/100

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

  24. #24 — Clara's Little Lambs Preschool Academy Score: 15/100

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

  25. #25 — Kid's World Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  26. #26 — Einstein Discovery Center Score: 15/100

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

  27. #27 — Gilda's Preschool Academy Score: 15/100

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

  28. #28 — Algiers Point Montessori Score: 12/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Benjamin Thomas Academy Score: 11/100

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

  30. #30 — Little Peoples Workshop Score: 11/100

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