Best Daycares in Pittsburgh, PA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 5 daycares and childcare centers in Pittsburgh based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Pittsburgh

  1. #1 — Mushroom Family Learning Center Score: 22/100

    Individual Growth in a Shared Environment

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Little Explorers Learning Academy Score: 19/100

    Learning Academy

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Temple Emanuel Early Childhood Development Center Score: 19/100

    Vision & Mission

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Cyert Center for Early Education Score: 19/100

    Cyert Center for Early Education - The Cyert Center for Early Education

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Kids & Us Daycare Score: 15/100

    Kids & Us Daycare

    Programs: General Childcare. 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 →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Pittsburgh?
Mushroom Family Learning Center is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
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 Pittsburgh?
Childcare costs in Pittsburgh 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.