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Child Care Centers in Madison, WI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 96 listed child care centers

7158 - La Petite Academy on Fourier Drive

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

University Avenue Discovery Center

I have one kid here now, and the second will go when they’re old enough. I love it here. First of all, it is a nonprofit, not driven by...

- Andrew G.

The Learning Gardens

We feel incredibly lucky to have found this daycare. From the moment we walked through the doors, we knew our children would be in loving,...

- Care member

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7158 - La Petite Academy on Fourier Drive

1222 FOURIER DR MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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University Avenue Discovery Center

1609 University Ave MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1752/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
+ 3 more
At University Avenue Discovery Center, our pursuit is to emphasize equality, solidarity, emotional literacy, and exploration of the arts within our classrooms and surrounding community. It is our goal to build on a child’s academic foundation with play-based learning, hands-on experimentation, group discussions and use of local...

Andrew G. says "I have one kid here now, and the second will go when they’re old enough. I love it here. First of all, it is a nonprofit, not driven by profit incentives,...

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The Learning Gardens

441 S Rosa Rd MADISON, WI

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
The Learning Gardens Child Development Center, a local leader in early childhood education and childcare, is a licensed and accredited center, receiving a 5-star rating from YoungStar. Through our infant, toddler, preschool, 4k, and school age programs, we work with and support families with infants as young as six weeks old up...

Care Member says "We feel incredibly lucky to have found this daycare. From the moment we walked through the doors, we knew our children would be in loving, capable...

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UNIVERSITY AVENUE Discovery Center

1609 University Ave Madison, WI

4.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
International
Cooperative
+ 3 more
At University Avenue Discovery Center, our pursuit is to emphasize equality, solidarity, emotional literacy, and exploration of the arts within our classrooms and surrounding community. It is our goal to build on a child s academic foundation with play-based learning, hands-on experimentation, group discussions and use of local...

Lindsy B. says "UADC is a warm and charming place to be with excellent staff and education for your children. Home-cooked meals on site, great and consistent programming...

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King's Kids Academy

8133 MANSION HILL AVE MADISON, WI

5.0(8)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
King’s Kids Academy is committed to providing high quality child and family care in a nurturing, supportive and encouraging Christ-centered program. We believe we accomplish this best when we inspire children, parents, teachers, and leaders to be their best selves. We inspire by supporting learning, teaching, leading, and...

Care Member says "As a teacher and a parent, KKA is much more than a child care center. It is a family like atmosphere of folks who truly care for one another and take...

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Red Caboose Child Care Center Inc.

654 WILLIAMSON ST MADISON, WI

5.0(2)

State license verified

Megan C. says "We absolutely love Red Caboose. We moved across town, and still drive out of the way because we love them so much. They consistently provide a loving,...

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Creek Day School Inc

2509 MCDIVITT RD MADISON, WI

4.0(8)

State license verified

starting at
$1280/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Creek Day School has been providing quality childcare to the Madison community for more than 45 years. We are a small center licensed for 35 children ages 2 - 5 providing lots of individual attention to children. Creek bases its program on the philosophy that play is the fundamental learning experience. Our goal is to provide...

Care Member says "We moved to Creek from a big box daycare center and could not be happier! Our two kids get to play together and we love it. The outdoor play space is...

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Meeting House Nursery School Inc

900 UNIVERSITY BAY DR MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Meeting House Nursery School, Inc. provides children with a play based curriculum in a welcoming environment that encourages exploration, celebrates the individual, and fosters meaningful relationships. MHNS is a part-time nursery school that allows for flexible schedules for children age 2-5. We are a city accredited fully...

christine W. says "Absolute best place you can send your kids to preschool! Teachers are caring, attentive and fun! Safe environment. I personally love Meeting House...

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Mia's Daycare Center

6121 ODANA RD MADISON, WI

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$1320/mo
Faith based
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Welcome to Mia’s Daycare! We offer children a supportive and friendly environment that’s just like home. At our business zoned center, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that ensure they reach their developmental milestones. We develop the groundwork for a strong foundation in...

Natasha R. says "I love this place. My kids have been going here since the very day they opened. The staff is amazing, and the facility is very clean. They take the time...

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Campus4kids

4657 Verona Road Madison, WI

5.0(1)
We offer quality Childcare at an affordable price in our state of the art loving center. Children are cared for and loved by our passionate and well credentialed teachers

Samantha J. says "The Staff is very loving and passionate about the children. Lovely and clean center and children are treated like how I want my kids to be treated"

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Angel Academy

4809 Camden Road Madison, WI

5.0(1)
Angel Academy is a small in-home Christian childcare experience with an added preschool education environment. Through Bible Lessons and preschool education we learn about ourselves and the world around us. As owner/operator I believe childcare is an extension of your family and needs to be a good fit between the provider...

Jen W says "We had a wonderful experience at Angel Academy. Miss Wendy and her staff go above and beyond the average in-home daycare. In particular, I appreciated her...

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7149 - La Petite Academy on S. Dutch Mills Rd

3801 S DUTCH MILL RD MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7161 - La Petite Academy on Schroeder Rd

6514 SCHROEDER RD MADISON, WI

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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VA Kids Center Inc

2500 Overlook Ter Madison, WI

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
The VA Kids Center is one of two federal non-profit child care centers in Wisconsin; we are located just steps from the VA and UW Hospitals in Madison, Wisconsin. Since 1996, we have been providing high-quality early care and education to children ages 6 weeks to 4 years. Adjacent to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus,...

David A. says "VAKC has cared for both of my children and I couldn't recommend it more highly. Rebecca Breda, the director, is incredible-organized, professional,...

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Child care
Tenney Nursery and Parent Center is a non-profit preschool and community-based parent cooperative. They have a commitment to the whole child, and seek to foster intellectual, physical, emotional, and social growth. The school respect's each child’s individual preferences and abilities. The curriculum is play-based and encourages...

TJ S. says "Wonderful learning environment and caring teachers!"

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Fairyland Daycare

6538 Fairhaven Rd Madison, WI

5.0(1)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Fairyland Daycare is a licensed daycare provider located in Madison, Wisconsin. It is a family child care home that has a small capacity of accepting a maximum number of eight children. It is a two-star center that operates every Monday through Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Fairyland Daycare C. says "Fairyland have service my child over three years ,the experience there have been just wonderful the staff is kind and the director is great...

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Paleta Family Child Care

1907 E Washington Ave Madison, WI

5.0(1)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Paleta Family Child Care is devoted to providing a caring community known for providing quality early educational programs to a diverse population. The center prepares children for a lifetime of learning through actively involving them in meaningful experiences.

Fernanda L. says "Hi. I'm the owner of this business and a lot of your information is wrong. your site states that my business has provided the information you show but...

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Creek Day School

2509 Mcdivitt Rd Madison, WI

3.0(2)
Child care
Preschool
The Creek Day School is a childcare and educational facility located at 2509 Mcdivitt Road, Madison, Wisconsin. It offers full-time or part-time childcare for children ages 18 months to 6 years old and is open Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The school provides play experiences and learning activities that foster...

Care Member says "If there’s one thing that truly stood out about Creek Day School, it was the exceptional quality of care my children received. From the moment we walked...

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Toad Hill Montessori / Blooming Grove Montessori

4560 Rustic Drive Madison, WI

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Blooming Grove Montessori is an infant and toddler early childhood community serving Madison's east side. This program provides a Montessori experience as well as applies a responsive and respectful approach as part of our daily curriculum. Blooming Grove Montessori is home to over 4 beautiful acres of scenic woodland and...

Beckie T. says "An amazing school! Looking forward to having a Montessori Elementary program on Madison's East Side."

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Journey Together Child Care

4657 Verona Rd Madison, WI

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Special needs
Academic
Child care
Hours of Operation are Monday through Friday, 6am to 5:30 pm. Journey Together Childcare serves children between the ages of 6weeks to 8years of age. We are licensed for 35 children. We offer 2 meals and 1 snack per day as nourishment so that no child goes without nourishment while in care. We have a large facility for the...
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Child care centers near you in Madison, WI provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Madison, WI have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Madison, WI. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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