Find Trusted Daycares Near Me in Omaha, NE
Browse 405 trusted daycares in Omaha, NE. Compare reviews, rates, and availability to find the best fit for your child.
Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Omaha, NE
Daycares in Omaha, NE are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 89 reviews of the 405 listed daycares
7275 - La Petite Academy on S. 138th St
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.
-1706 - Childtime on Poppleton Avenue
We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share...
- Mary G.
7276 - La Petite Academy on Birch Street
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.
Daycare Centers Near Omaha
- starting at
- $125/day
Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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...
Child care
Day Care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...
Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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...
Montessori
Child care
Day Care
We are very proud to be recognized by the readers of Omaha Magazine as the Best Preschool in Omaha!
Do you want more than a traditional daycare, preschool, or childcare center in Omaha for your child? We offer Montessori programs for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, and we nurture each child’s desire to blossom.
As the...
Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Do you want more than a traditional daycare, preschool, or childcare center in Omaha for your child? We offer Montessori programs for children ages six weeks to six years, and we nurture each child’s desire to blossom. Our Omaha preschool staff provides the highest-quality educational opportunities for children. We strive to...
Montessori
Child care
Day Care
Do you want more than a traditional daycare, preschool, or childcare center in Omaha for your child? We offer Montessori programs for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, and we nurture each child’s desire to blossom.
House of Montessori is a place where your child can learn and grow, guided by Montessori-trained teachers. Our...
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Little Hearts Child Development Center LLC, exists to provide a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for infant, toddler, preschool and school age children. Our focus is to provide a stimulating early care and educational experience which promotes each child's social/emotional, physical and cognitive development. We...
Reggio emilia
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Little Sunshine's Playhouse® of Omaha at Elkhorn North opened in 2024 as the very first Little Sunshine's Playhouse location in the Omaha area. As a trusted daycare and preschool in Elkhorn North, we provide a warm, nurturing environment where children grow, learn, and thrive.
We understand your family's schedule needs may be...
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
THREE OMAHA LOCATIONS! Willow Tree Daycares provide a well-trained, caring and bi-lingual staff. Our curriculum and activities keep our kids active, interested and engaged in classroom activities. Our classes offer instruction with letters, numbers, music, science, outdoor play and introduction to foreign languages. Monthly...
Rachel H says "One of the few daycare's to make necessary changes during covid 19 to stay open and safe during this pandemic so my sons care was not a worry on my mind...
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We provide a clean and loving atmosphere. We except title 20 and title 19. We provide transportation to and from the home. And also to area schools. We are open until 8 to accommodate parents busy schedule. We have secure entry and camera system. We have an open door policy so just stop by.
Teona T says "We love lil legends if i didn't financial issues they will still be part of there mini family. Thanks for all you ladies did for us. Love tge Timothy...
Update in progress in a few weeks...Looking to care for children 6 weeks - 7 years of age. Infant waiting list until mid August. Are you, a family member, or close friend looking for a small, loving, flexible and affordable family like In-Home Daycare for loved ones. It's a "home-away-from-home" daycare. I am a 31-year-old, fun...
Michelle K. says "Val has been a complete life saver for me and my little one! I never worry when my daughter is there as she is treated like another member of the...
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We are a childcare center whose staff features over 40 yrs of combined experience in the childcare industry. We are focused on providing all of our children with a safe, secure, structured & loving environment. Our program is designed to promote total child growth in years that are so crucial to overall development. We...
Erin says "Premier has been a great fit for my family. They are great to work with on a part time schedule. As a working Mom who doesn't get to interact with the staff I...
- starting at
- $980/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
We are an established center in West Omaha having been opened for 14 years. Our classrooms just received all updated tile and carpet making the environment bright and welcoming. We use an app called Brightwheel to communicate with parents and keep you updated about your child throughout the day.
We are opened 6:30 am-6:00...
Karlee C. says "I have used their daycare for my children for over two years. I have a 2.5 year old son and 6 month old daughter. I chose them because I had several other...
- starting at
- $1400/mo
International
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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We are a diverse program that offers both Spanish and English Learning. Our curriculum includes a lot of hands-on activities that both stimulate sensorial awareness and develop fine motor skills. We aim to prepare every child for their next academic milestone while giving parents peace of mind with great care.
Care Member says "My son has been going to this daycare for two years. He looks forward to each new day to meet his friends, and his teacher, Miss Veronica, always tells...
- starting at
- $980/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
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Day Care
+ 1 more
At A Step Ahead, we know that when you are looking for a daycare, you aren’t just looking for a babysitting service. We understand how difficult it is to find a high-quality accredited learning center that grows with your child’s development, works with your schedule, and is located near your home. As a family-owned business...
Apollonia A. says "My baby goes there all week since September of last year and we love it. They are always really great and are the sweetest people. I contact them all...
- starting at
- $275/mo
International
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
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At our center, we help each child reach their developmental milestone through our play-based, child-led curriculum. We use the interests and ideas of the children to fuel curiosity, develop fine and gross motor skills and help them build strong relationships.
Ayen M. says "They took good care of the kids when they were there. "
- starting at
- $250/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 2 more
We are a loving family based daycare.. wonderful loving teachers.. we enjoy doing crafts and teaching the abc’s and 123’s . Also helping kids get ready for school.. we do morning and afternoon for school… we are open from 6am to 6pm ..
John B. says "The director and staff are always friendly to my children. I love that they are always doing activities with the kids and they are learning from those...
Child care
The Garden Patch Creative Learning Center is designed to provide enriching opportunities to foster children’s social and emotional growth as well as their physical and mental development. Our staff embraces/ each child as a unique person, and it is our goal to provide a nurturing environment where all young minds can...
Kelsey H. says "I have three children who currently attend, ages 7 months, 2 and 5 years old. We have been going to Garden Patch for last 3.5 years and have had a great...
- starting at
- $1168/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
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heartland child care open monday thru friday 6am till 6pm we follow state curriculum we are apart of a healthy food program that provides us with breakfast, lunch and pm snack we are a family oriented center that learns with love
Courtney M. says "The teachers are great, my children have learned so much being here. The staff are so friendly and greet you every morning. I love that they take the...
OUR PRECIOUS LAMBS CHILDCARE/PRESCHOOL owned by LIVING HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH
4823 S 168TH ST OMAHA, NE
5.0(1)
State license verified
- starting at
- $285/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
Our Precious Lambs Childcare & Preschool's mission is to provide for the spiritual and educational development of children and their families.
Our Precious Lambs Childcare & Preschool (OPL) is open daily, Monday to Friday from 7am-5:30pm. Full-Time childcare is available for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old, 5 days a...
Nicole E. says "Our Precious Lambs Childcare has had such a positive impact on my children. They arrive each day excited to see teachers and friends. The teachers love my...
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Daycare FAQs for Omaha, NE Families
What are the benefits of daycare in Omaha, NE?
With 0 daycare providers in Omaha, NE, families have real choices when it comes to finding care that fits their child and schedule. Enrolling your child in daycare offers meaningful benefits for both kids and parents. For children, daycare provides structured social interaction with peers, helping them build communication skills, emotional resilience, and confidence from an early age. Daily routines around meals, play, and learning activities support cognitive and physical development in ways that are hard to replicate at home. For parents, a trusted daycare in Omaha provides peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe, supervised environment while you focus on work or other responsibilities. Many families also find that daycare eases the transition to kindergarten by giving children early exposure to a classroom-style setting. If you have an infant or toddler, explore infant daycare options to find programs specifically designed for younger children.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Omaha, NE?
Daycare centers in Omaha, NE offer far more than basic supervision. Most provide structured daily schedules that include age-appropriate learning activities, creative play, outdoor time, and meals or snacks that meet nutritional guidelines. Many centers employ trained early childhood educators who incorporate language development, early literacy, and social-emotional learning into everyday routines. Depending on your needs, you may also find specialized options in Omaha such as infant daycare for babies and young toddlers, family daycare run from a home setting, or overnight daycare for families who need extended care coverage. When comparing providers, look for centers that communicate regularly with parents through daily reports or apps so you always know how your child's day is going.
What should I look for in a daycare center in Omaha, NE?
With 0 daycare options in Omaha, NE, knowing what to prioritize makes narrowing down your choices much easier. Begin by confirming that any center you consider is licensed and in good standing with NE childcare regulations — this ensures minimum health, safety, and staffing standards are being met. From there, pay attention to staff-to-child ratios, staff turnover, and whether caregivers have training in early childhood education or child development. The physical environment matters too — look for clean, organized spaces with age-appropriate materials and secure entry and exit procedures. Don't overlook the daily curriculum: quality centers in Omaha balance structured learning with free play rather than leaning too heavily on one or the other. Reading parent reviews on Care.com is one of the best ways to get an honest picture of what day-to-day life looks like at a center before you visit. Once you've narrowed down your options, our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare can help you make the most of each visit.
What questions should I ask when touring a daycare in Omaha, NE?
Touring a daycare in Omaha, NE in person is one of the most important steps in the decision-making process, and going in with the right questions makes a big difference. Start with the basics: What are the staff-to-child ratios for your child's age group, and how is the center staffed during drop-off and pick-up? Ask how staff handle discipline and conflict between children, and what a typical daily schedule looks like. It's also worth asking about their communication style — do they use an app, daily sheets, or in-person check-ins to keep parents informed? On the practical side, ask about enrollment availability, waitlist timelines, tuition payment schedules, and their policy on sick days or closures. If you're considering a specific type of care, like a child care center versus a family daycare home, tailor your questions to that setting. For a full list of what to cover, check out our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare center.
How much does daycare cost in Omaha, NE?
Daycare costs in Omaha, NE vary depending on a number of factors, so it's difficult to give a single number that applies to every family. The type of care plays a big role — child care centers typically have different pricing structures than family daycare homes, which tend to be smaller and sometimes more affordable. Your child's age matters too, as infant care generally costs more due to the higher staff ratios required for younger children. The number of days per week, full-time versus part-time enrollment, and any additional services like meals, enrichment programs, or overnight care will all affect your monthly total. Location within NE is another factor — urban centers in Omaha often see higher rates than suburban or rural providers. For a deeper breakdown of what drives daycare pricing and how to budget effectively, read our guide on the cost of daycare.
What types of daycare are available in Omaha, NE?
Families in Omaha, NE can browse 0 daycare providers across a range of care types, making it easier to find the right fit for your child's age, your schedule, and your budget. Child care centers are larger, licensed facilities that typically serve multiple age groups and offer structured curricula — a good option for parents who value consistency and socialization. Family daycare homes operate out of a caregiver's residence with smaller group sizes, which can feel more nurturing and home-like for younger children. For parents of babies and young toddlers, infant daycare programs are specifically designed to meet the developmental needs of children under two. If your work schedule extends beyond standard hours, overnight daycare may be worth exploring for flexible or non-traditional coverage. Not sure if daycare is the right path at all? Our breakdown of nanny vs. daycare pros, cons, and cost can help you weigh your options.
