Best Daycares in Albuquerque, NM - Updated June 2026
We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care, Early Preschool, and more
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We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Drop-In Care, Preschool, and more
Responds quickly
We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care, Preschool, and more
Responds quickly
We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Drop-In Care, Pre-K, New Mexico Pre-K (NM Pre-K), and more
Responds quickly
This program offers bilingual learning, supportive educators, nutritious meals, and a curriculum designed to foster both emotional and cognitive growth.
Infants and Toddlers
Infant and toddler curriculum focuses on fostering early childhood development through age-appropriate activities that promote physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth.
Preschool
Preschool curriculum is designed to support children’s transition from early childhood into more structured learning environments, focusing on developing social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills.
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Speaks Spanish
Precious Angels believes that children's early years are critical in development and that the quality of care children receive is highly important for future success. The program promotes the joy of...
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Utilizing a play-based curriculum designed to inspire a...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Utilizing a play-based curriculum designed to inspire a...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center and preschool program for infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum focused on inspiring a love of learning through a combination of early academics and...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Speaks Spanish
Ambiente familiar, jugando y aprendiendo, mas de 8 años de experiencia en el cuidado infantil, y seguimos preparandonos, espacios disponibles.
Speaks Spanish
Provider offering early learning services to infants through school-age children. Teachers work with children to aid in the advancement to the next step in school and life. Children are cared for and...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare program offering services to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Children are taught colors, ABCs, numbers, and days of the week along with academics and social skills in preparation for...
Speaks Spanish
A church based childcare serving children 3 months to 4 years.
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Program offering a curriculum that encourages learning through play and is inspired by Reggio Emilia principles. Learning in the infant room involves verbal skills, facial expressions, and daily...
Speaks Spanish
Montessori preschool and kindergarten program focused on developing the whole child through Montessori methods and materials designed to expand children's sense of self and surrounding environment.
Speaks Spanish
We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care
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At First Chapter Academy, every child’s journey begins with a story, and we’re proud to be part of that first chapter. We provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children grow...
Daycare Program
Infant Care Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, First Chapter Academy
Speaks Spanish
We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care
Contact this provider for pricing and availability
We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Drop-In Care
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Serving children two through five in our toddler, preschool and PreK programs.
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We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care
Contact this provider for pricing and availability
We’re proud to be an approved provider for New Mexico’s Free Universal Child Care program. Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care
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We offer programs for Infants through 12 years old Monday through Friday 8:00am-2:00am. Programs offered include: infants, toddlers, preschool, afterschool , NM State 3 and 4 year old Prek, After...
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Kiddie Academy of Paradise Hills provides educational childcare focused on nurturing and inspiring children through the Life Essentials curriculum. The center prioritizes child safety with secure...
Infant Care - New Beginnings
Our infant daycare and child care program supports early development through sensory learning. Babies explore sights, sounds, and textures in a nurturing daycare setting. This preschool foundation helps your child grow, adapt, and build awareness of their environment.
Toddler Care - Discovering Me
Our Discovering Me program is developed through our Life Essentials® curriculum to grow and reinforce each toddler’s individual needs. Our educators form strong, caring relationships with your toddler and guide them through sensory-based learning experiences that encourage discovery.
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Kiddie Academy of North Albuquerque offers educational child care programs from infant daycare to preschool and kindergarten. It features a proprietary Life Essentials curriculum focused on six life...
Infant Care - New Beginnings
Our infant daycare and child care program supports early development through sensory learning. Babies explore sights, sounds, and textures in a nurturing daycare setting. This preschool foundation helps your child grow, adapt, and build awareness of their environment.
Toddler Care - Discovering Me
Our Discovering Me program is developed through our Life Essentials® curriculum to grow and reinforce each toddler’s individual needs. Our educators form strong, caring relationships with your toddler and guide them through sensory-based learning experiences that encourage discovery.
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Western Heights Learning Center provides early childhood education and care services in Albuquerque's west side. The center offers a safe and nurturing environment for young children.
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Provider offering childcare services to toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Free Pre-K program is available for three and four-year-olds.
Speaks Spanish
The Learning Experience - Ladera is located behind Starbucks and Chick-Fil-A. From preschool through kindergarten, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy...
Infants
Our infant curriculum starts with regular playtime including belly and music time, exploration, stimulation, as well as nap and feeding times that we keep consistent with your baby’s individual schedule.
Toddlers
A typical day for TLE® toddlers is filled with, stimulating, age-appropriate activities and materials. Our early childhood development toddler curriculum focuses on eye-hand coordination, motor development and problem solving.
Also offers: Twaddlers
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The Learning Experience - Paradise Hills is located next to the Smiles for Kids Dentistry. From preschool through kindergarten, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so...
Infants
Our infant curriculum starts with regular playtime including belly and music time, exploration, stimulation, as well as nap and feeding times that we keep consistent with your baby’s individual schedule.
Twaddlers
Our curriculum helps twaddlers explore, and it nurtures their increasing need to communicate. By this point in their early childhood development, twaddlers have expanded their language skills, and our curriculum helps to enhance their ability to communicate verbally.
Also offers: Toddlers
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Program offers childcare and educational services to young children. Curriculum ensures preparation for Kindergarten through developmentally-appropriate activities. Curiosity, exploration, strengths...
Speaks Spanish
Capullitos Center LLC is a licensed childcare facility located in southwest Albuquerque. The center provides care and early education services for young children.
Speaks Spanish
Little Stars Learning Center, located in Minneapolis, is a Parent Aware-rated childcare center serving children ages 16 months to 5 years. It offers an engaging, nurturing environment with certified...
Speaks Spanish
RGEC at Zuni Elementary School provides before and after school care programs for elementary students. The program operates as part of APS's extended care services.
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Love & Care Child Development Center provides early childhood education and care services in a nurturing environment. The center focuses on age-appropriate learning activities and social development...
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Building Bridges Daycare provides childcare services in Albuquerque's South Valley neighborhood. The center is located near Bridge Boulevard and Goff Boulevard.
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Milestone Montessori Child Care 2 LLC provides early childhood education following Montessori principles. The center serves young children in the Albuquerque area.
Speaks Spanish
Alvarado Day School provides early childhood education and care for children from 6 weeks through Pre-K. The center follows a play-based learning approach and offers both full-time and part-time...
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Semillitas de Amor is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Elaine's School is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Parkway in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Teeny Tiny Little Hearts Day Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Longford At Arrowwood in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Little Lobo's Daycare is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 627 Bellamah Ave NW in Wells Park in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Pequelandia Learning Center is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Westgate Vecinos in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Evangel Christian Preschool is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Hodgin in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Jocelyn's Daycare is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3905 Isleta Blvd SW in Adobe Acres in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Pasitos Day Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Elder Homstead in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Lizbet's Martinez Home Childcare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Barelas in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Nene Bear Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Westgate Heights in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Karina Hernandez Luna is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in The Mesa At Anderson Hills in Albuquerque, NM. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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FAQs About Albuquerque Daycares
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How many daycare providers are in Albuquerque?
- There are currently 333 daycare providers in Albuquerque. This includes full-time, part-time, and home daycare providers.
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How much does daycare cost in Albuquerque?
- The average monthly price for full time daycare in Albuquerque is $876. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.