Best Toddler Daycares in Louisville, KY
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
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.
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: Drop-In Care, Preschool
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At Creation Kingdom Learning Centers (CKLCs), our educators and staff know that educational, spiritual, physical and emotional growth go hand-in-hand. Your child’s early years provide fertile soil to...
Toddlers
Curious and energetic, toddlers learn through play, routines and practice. Striving for independence, these children appreciate a guiding hand toward early language, math, science, and other key building blocks.
Preschool
CKLCs’ preschool program helps our two-and-a-half to four-year-olds to question, consider, and learn while having fun. Key skills, like solving problems, playing well together and resolving conflicts, dovetail with increasing independence. We build the foundation for Kindergarten readiness
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Cadence Academy Preschool provides parents peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a setting as nurturing as home.
Toddler Program
Our Toddler Program is specifically tailored to the needs of your busy toddler. We lovingly nurture your child through important early milestones, from “self-help” learning skills such as hand washing and putting away their toys, to socializing and forming first friendships.
Flexible Care
With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.
Also offers: Preschool
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Program offers childcare services and early learning for young children. Kindergarten preparation is ensured through interactive learning experiences. Children participate in dramatic play, arts and...
Toddler Program
Our Toddler Program is specifically tailored to the needs of your busy toddler. We lovingly nurture your child through important early milestones, from “self-help” learning skills such as hand washing and putting away their toys, to socializing and forming first friendships.
Flexible Care
With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.
Also offers: Preschool
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Little Angel's Center is an early education and childcare center, serving children 0-12 years old, that follows a play-based curriculum that focuses on early academics, literacy, science, and...
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...
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.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool
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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....
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.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Preschool Program
Speaks Spanish
A Christ-centered, early education in a cozy home environment. Low ratios, state certified, all-inclusive tuition and CCAP approved.
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Ming's Family Day Care Center is located in a safe and secure environment for your child to learn and grow. We provide childcare to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. Breakfast,...
Ming's Family Day Care Center
We offer full-time and part-time care in a safe and secure environment. We also provide educational activities based on the child's educational level.
Daycare Program
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Primrose School of East Louisville is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Dorsey Lane near Bowen Elementary School and A.B. Sawyer...
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Early Preschool
Our Early Preschool teachers partner with you to help your child learn important independent life skills like potty training and hand washing while paying close attention to all aspects of your child’s development.
Also offers: Preschool, Preschool Pathways
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More than childcare—Small Steps is a nurturing, family-centered preschool where children grow through hands-on learning, outdoor play, and real-time parent updates via Brightwheel. Our certified...
Buttercups
Every day is an adventure in learning and discovery! At Small Steps Preschool, our expert toddler care combines structure, nurturing, and play to help children build confidence, independence, and essential early skills.
Fireflies
Every child deserves a strong foundation for lifelong success. At Small Steps Preschool, we offer an enriching, engaging, and academically structured environment where preschoolers learn, grow, and thrive.
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Primrose School at Old Henry Crossing is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Bush Farm Road near Stopher Elementary School. Programs...
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Preschool Pathways
Our Preschool Pathways program provides a “bridge” between our Early Preschool and Preschool classrooms for children whose birthdays will miss the cutoff date for kindergarten entrance.
Also offers: Early Preschool, Preschool
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At KinderCare, your child will thrive in a safe, fun environment where we encourage exploration and creativity. We offer flexible scheduling, affordable pricing, and financial assistance to eligible...
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.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child's day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool
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At KinderCare, your child will thrive in a safe, fun environment where we encourage exploration and creativity. We offer flexible scheduling, affordable pricing, and financial assistance to eligible...
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.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Preschool Program
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At KinderCare, your child will thrive in a safe, fun environment where we encourage exploration and creativity. We offer flexible scheduling, affordable pricing, and financial assistance to eligible...
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.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child's day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool
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Childcare center for infants through school aged children. Students participate in outdoor play, including recreation on the center's playground. Provider offers a variety of options for hours of...
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Chapel Hill Preschool is where young learners thrive. We’re proud partners with Thrive by 5, a Kentucky organization dedicated to strengthening quality childcare and staffing. In November 2025, we...
Threes
Our little learners are budding geniuses! Our early start classroom, the twos and threes, offers among the best play-based, hands-on actively engages curriculum around! Let kids be kids, and learn while they do it!
Toddlers
New program! Join the waitlist! Do you have a go, go, go toddler who loves to be independent, creative, and inquisitive? Here at Chapel Hill Preschool, we're speaking their language! With a play-based learning approach, all tots get the opportunity to learn through what speaks to them best!
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We are a hands-on, nature based preschool that aims to nurture children's natural curiosity and desire to learn through play and exploration.
Butterflies & Leapers
Our Butterfly & Leaper Classes are for children 1-2 years old. Our Leaper room also acts as a transitional room for older infants working on transitioning between an infant and toddler schedule.
Monkeys & Busy Bees
Our Monkey and Busy Bee classes are for children over 24 months. These classes work with the children on being in a classroom environment, learning boundaries, and potty training. Children who are over age 2 but not fully potty trained will remain in our Busy Bee class until fully potty trained.
Also offers: Brainy Bears & Wise Owls
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Jewish preschool program serving children and families in the Highlands neighborhood. Teachers provide a balance of educational, recreational and faith-based activities. Curriculum includes...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare and early education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum is designed to provide a balance of group and individual activities that promote creativity and exploration. Meeting...
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.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool
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Discover the Kayfield Difference, where education is reimagined to offer your child more than just a classroom experience. At Kayfield , we are committed to providing a true curriculum that goes...
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Childcare program ran by Middletown United Methodist Church. Teachers provide hands-on activities and materials that encourage children to explore and learn through play. Daily schedule includes...
Toddler Daycare Program
Middletown United Methodist CDC
Also offers: Preschool Program
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Faith-based childcare center providing services to infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children in Louisville. Program features Wee Learn and Creative Curriculum. Curriculum is theme-based...
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Imagine a nurturing space in Louisville where your child can blossom! Our daycare program is designed to support both their bright minds and their growing social skills. We gently introduce little...
Toddler Care
Our Toddler Progarm is specifically tailored to the needs of your busy toddler. We lovingly nurture your child through important milestones, from " self-help" learnings skills such as hand washing and putting away their toys, to soccialzing and formingfirst friendships.
Preschool
Our specialized preschool curriculum uses rhymes, stories and hands-on activities to encourage those first steps toward building the foundational skills for reading, writing, math and science,
Speaks Spanish
Individual location within a small network of local providers. Center offers family events, field trips, and holiday celebrations throughout the year. Outdoor recreation, sensory play, free choice,...
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We are an outreach mission of Strathmoor Presbyterian Church, offering high-quality early childhood education in the Louisville area. We are a Kentucky All-Stars four-star rated program offering low...
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Childcare and preschool education center supporting Christian faith-based teachings. Curriculum is play-based to encourage cooperative play, motor skills, communication, and cognitive development....
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Child care center offering age-appropriate learning and care to infants through school-aged children. Children participate in hands-on activities and games as they prepare for elementary school....
Speaks Spanish
Preschool and childcare program serving children of all ages. Teachers provide age-appropriate activities focused on preparing children for school. Daily schedule includes arts and crafts, sensory...
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Family-owned childcare program serving infants through school-aged children. Children participate in a variety of hands-on activities that work on all areas of development. Activities include arts...
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Child care center providing care, socialization, and learning to infants through school-aged children. Developmentally-appropriate outside play equipment is available and includes space for physical...
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Our focus is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where all children feel respected and loved. They are encouraged to learn and have fun, explore their interests, and reach their fullest...
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Faith-based preschool program promoting Christian teachings. Center is associated with West Broadway Baptist Church. Biblical curriculum supports spiritual development, literacy and language arts...
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Preschool and childcare program serving children and families in the Middletown area. Teachers provide age-appropriate activities that help prepare children for school, both socially and...
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Childcare center providing services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Classrooms offer a variety of toys, books, and games for play-based learning. Activities aim to expand social...
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Montessori preschool program serving children and families in the East Louisville area. Teachers provide hands-on learning experiences that work on school-readiness and increasing independence. ...
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Provider offering programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Teachers provide a variety of hands-on learning opportunities that work on each child's physical, social,...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center providing services to infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children in Louisville. Program focuses on cognitive, language, physical, and emotional development. Children learn...
Speaks Spanish
Full-service preschool, daycare, and pre-kindergarten center offering learning environment focused on helping children develop cognitive, social-emotional, and physical skills. Curriculum presents...
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Developmentally appropriate, play based school located in the heart of St. Matthews. Children participate in a variety of hands-on learning activities that work on all areas of development. ...
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Comprehensive childcare center focused on supporting child development and school readiness. Preschool students experience letter and number recognition activities, child-directed activity periods,...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center offering educational programs and services for infants through preschool-aged children. Facility is set up with a home-like environment with mixed ages together. Children...
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Preschool classes and after school care offered through local private Catholic school. Pre-Kindergarten students learn from a blend of curricula, including Splash into Pre-K and Handwriting Without...
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Comprehensive childcare center focused on supporting child development and school readiness. Preschool students experience letter and number recognition activities, child-directed activity periods,...
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...
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.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Preschool Program
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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...
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.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool
Speaks Spanish
The Gardner School of Louisville is a NAEYC-accredited preschool and child care center located in Louisville, KY, in the Hurstbourne Green office park, directly across from the YMCA. We provide early...
Toddlers
The Gardner School’s toddler program nurtures independence, growth, and socialization in a supportive, engaging environment. Using The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos, teachers encourage exploration through play and responsive interactions. As children transition from American Sign Language to early language, communication is supported through stories, songs, puzzles, and hands-on learning. Group activities build confidence, social skills, and emotional development. Families stay connected through real-time updates, photos, and app notifications. Monthly themes introduce colors, sensory exploration, cooperative play, and self-expression. Itsy Bitsy Yoga supports sleep, digestion, and well-being. By fostering curiosity and creativity, we build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Two's
The Gardner School’s two-year-old program supports rapid physical, cognitive, and social growth through play and exploration. Using The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos, teachers foster autonomy, confidence, and early learning. Interactive centers focus on language, math, science, fine motor skills, and dramatic play, while group activities and circle time build socialization and self-help skills like feeding, hand-washing, and sharing. Teachers partner with families to support potty training when children are ready. Parents stay connected through real-time updates, photos, and progress reports. Children can also explore enrichment classes such as music, dance, language, and sports. Through engaging, individualized experiences, we build confidence, independence, and a love for learning.
Also offers: Preschool
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We focus and dedicate ourselves to creating values based on respect and tolerance with attention and care. With the help of professionals we assist with early stimulation and social skills. Crafts,...
Toddler Care Program
A fun and active program for toddlers focused on learning through play, language development, social skills, music, art, and hands-on activities in a safe and loving environment.
Preschool Program
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten through educational activities, early reading, math, creativity, social development, and structured learning in a caring classroom environment.
Speaks Spanish
We are a smaller center with a maximum capacity of 70 children. We are truly a family that provides breakfast, lunch, and a snack. We have a 9AM cut off time for drop off. I can send you our...
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Christian faith-based preschool program supporting spiritual development and school readiness. Classrooms utilize Wee Learn and Abeka curricula to encourage language arts and literacy, math concepts,...
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The Cost of Childcare in Kentucky
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Kentucky? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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Childcare Assistance in Kentucky
Explore financial assistance programs available in Kentucky, including childcare subsidies, tax credits, and free preschool options for eligible families.
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What Parents Need to Know About Toddlers and Daycare
The childcare experts at Winnie answer some of the most common questions about toddlers and daycare.
FAQs About Louisville Toddler Daycares
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How many Louisville daycare programs accept toddlers?
- Based on current daycare data, 134 daycare programs in Louisville accept toddlers (1 - 2 years old) and 144 daycare programs in Louisville accept toddlers (2 - 3 years old)
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What is the weekly cost of daycare for a toddler in Louisville?
- The average weekly cost of daycare for a toddler between the ages of 1 and 3 is $186. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.
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What type of daycare schedules are available for toddlers attending daycare in Louisville?
- Out of 331 daycares that accept toddlers, 81% offer full time, 61% offer part time, and 4% offer drop-in.