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UNL Children's Center

Daycare center in Lincoln, NE. 2225 W St, Lincoln, NE 68588

4.5 (12 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (402) 472-2009Visit website
AgesNot listed
Hours6:30 am to 6:30 pm, Mon to Fri
Tuition from$1,244 a month
Licensed capacity206 children
LicenceActive
On the register since2010

About the program

UNL Children's Center is a licensed daycare center in Lincoln, Nebraska, on the state register since 2010. It is licensed for 206 children.

The UNL Children's Center provides full-time early childhood education for children ages six weeks to five years in Lincoln, Nebraska.

The program follows a play-based approach and states Step Up to Quality accreditation.

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Tuition and capacity

Age groupFull-time / monthAs published
Infant$1,460"Infants 6 weeks to 24 months $337 per week"
Toddler$1,382"Toddler 24 months to 3 years $319 per week"
Preschool$1,304"Preschool 3 to 4 years $301 per week"
Pre-k$1,244"Pre K 4 to 5 years $287 per week"

Published on the program's website, read September 18, 2026. Weekly and annual rates are converted to a monthly figure. Confirm current rates and fees with the program.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeChild Care Center · CCC9136
Licence statusActive since 2010
Licensed capacity206 children
AccreditationStep Up to Quality (stated by the program)
Source: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing. Last synced September 18, 2026.

Nebraska publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.

What parents say

Our daughter Elowyn went to the UNL children’s center since she was 8 weeks- 18 months old. We were in nursery 1, nursery 2 and then yellow pre-toddler. Ella absolutely thrived here. Every teacher she had was phenomenal and cared deeply for our girl. We knew she was in the very best hands! They took so many photos, did fun activities and were always quick to call and inform parents if an incident happened. The only…

Mccamey Kimbler · 5/5 on Google · 3 years ago

As a parent international student, UNL Children's Center had been a family for my babygirl (Yara). The environment is welcoming and safe. The faculty are kind and warm hearted.

Ghada Al Ramel · 5/5 on Google · 5 years ago

The UNL Children's Center is awesome!! The teachers are amazing. They are so caring, patient, hardworking and fun.

Kris Frey · 5/5 on Google · 9 years ago

The staff that works here goes above and beyond to make sure the children are safe and happy. I wouldn’t want my daughter anywhere else.

Oscar Barrera · 5/5 on Google · 3 years ago
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Getting there

2225 W St, Lincoln, NE 68588

Questions about UNL Children's Center

Is UNL Children's Center licensed?

Yes. UNL Children's Center holds an active Child Care Center licence from Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing (licence CCC9136), with a licensed capacity of 206 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

How much does UNL Children's Center cost?

UNL Children's Center publishes full-time tuition from $1,244 to $1,460 a month on its website, read in September 2026. Ask about registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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