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Best Daycare Centers in Alameda, CA

Compare 41 daycare centers in Alameda. Average rating: 4.73/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Alameda, California at a glance

Daycares
41
Avg rating
4.73/5
Parent reviews
100
Top rated (4.5+)
11

Alameda has 41 licensed daycares with 100 parent reviews averaging 4.73/5.11 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 79% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94501 zip code, averaging 4.81 stars across 32 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alameda

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Peter Pan School
    4.58 score
    4.9(9)

    2100 Mariner Square Dr., Alameda, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 105 children

    Peter Pan School receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced teachers, strong communication from leadership, and enriching activities that make them feel confident leaving their children in the school's care. Families report their children form lasting friendships and have fun while parents appreciate the supportive, family-like community.

    Caring and experienced teacherseffective and proactive communicationenriching activities and playground timestrong sense of community and family atmosphere
  2. 2
    Tiny Treasures Preschool
    3.62 score
    3.5(16)

    1803 North Loop Rd, Alameda, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Tiny Treasures Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple families and years of enrollment. Parents emphasize the exceptional, caring, and stable teaching staff led by Director Mrs. Kim, along with the clean facilities, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment that makes children excited to attend. The school is noted for going above and beyond in supporting child development, behavior management, and accommodating individual needs.

    Caring and loving teacherslow teacher turnoverexperienced directorclean and well-maintained facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in Alameda

4.5 - 5.0
11
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Alameda, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.66avg rating
25 daycares · 11 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.97avg rating
11 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Alameda zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9450132
4.81
10
945029
4.25
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Alameda (12–174 children)

Small

up to 30 children

17

Medium

31–75 children

18

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Alameda based on parent reviews

Peter Pan School

4.9(9)

2100 Mariner Square Dr., Alameda, CA

Peter Pan School receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced teachers, strong communication from leadership, and enriching activities that make them feel confident leaving their children in the school's care. Families report their children form lasting friendships and have fun while parents appreciate the supportive, family-like community.

Caring and experienced teacherseffective and proactive communicationenriching activities and playground time

Fuzzy Caterpillar

5(2)

1510-1504a Encinal Avenue, Alameda, CA

One parent describes the center as a wonderful place for child development, highlighting empathetic teachers, snacks, and family-friendly activities like movie nights. Another review mentions a historical connection to the Peterpan School but does not provide specific feedback on current operations.

empathetic and caring teachersnutritious snacksengaging after-school activities such as movie nights

Bayside Montessori Association

5(2)

1523 Willow St., Alameda, CA

One parent describes Bayside as a family-oriented environment where teachers foster lasting friendships among families, noting that multiple children from the same household have attended. Another review highlights the school as a well-run, clean, and organized Montessori program with experienced staff who effectively prepare children for kindergarten.

family-like atmospherestrong teacher-student relationshipslasting friendships with other families

Kiddie Kampus Cooperative Play School

5(2)

1711 2nd Street, Alameda, CA

Small Size Big Mind Preschool & Infant Center

5(2)

3300 Bridgeview Isle, Alameda, CA

Ala Costa Center - Alameda Site

4.5(4)

1401 Pacific Ave, Alameda, CA

A few parents highlight the facility's child-friendly outdoor amenities, such as swings designed for parents and babies to swing together, and note that children enjoy the space enough to want to return frequently. One review offers a neutral assessment of the location as a good park. No specific complaints or negatives are reported in the available feedback.

thoughtful swing design for parents and babiesappealing to childrengood outdoor features

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Daycare types in Alameda

Child Daycare & Preschools 25Headstart Programs 5Before or After School Daycare 11

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Daycare Centers in Alameda, California

There are 41 daycare centers in Alameda, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Alameda have an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 79% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.97 stars. Our analysis covers 100 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Alameda, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Alameda

Showing 41 results

Bright Horizons At Garner School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons at Garner School Age Program receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff who support children's academic, social, and emotional development. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and secure with a strong community atmosphere.

Caring and experienced staffinclusive environment for children with special needsclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
2275 No. Loop Road, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 769-5437
Sugar And Spice
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2238 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 865-1055
Wee Care Preschool And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2133 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 523-7858
Kindercare Learning Center #1335
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #1335 in Alameda receives mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, caring teachers, learning activities, and communication via their app. However, two negative reviews report concerning incidents including inappropriate staff behavior toward toddlers and poor customer service during a facility tour.

Caring and attentive staffprofessional teachersnurturing learning environment
Address
2155 North Loop Rd, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 521-3227
Alameda Island Kids At Franklin School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1433 San Antonio Avenue, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 521-0121
Son-Light Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1910 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 523-0659
Island High Cal Safe Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 Pacific Ave, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 501-6629
Alameda Island Kids At Bay Farm School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
200 Aughinbaugh, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 769-7426
Alameda Island Kids At Earhart School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
400 Packet Landing Road, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 769-8545
College Of Alameda Head Start Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
555 Ralph Appezzato Mem. Pkwy, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 748-9628
Alameda Head Start - Angela Aguilar Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1901 Third Street, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 865-1090

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Frequently asked questions

There are 41 all daycares in Alameda, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Alameda have an average Google rating of 4.73 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities. About 79% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Alameda, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Alameda offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 11 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in California typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Alameda for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Alameda must be licensed by California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.