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Best Daycare Centers in Anderson, CA

Compare 9 daycare centers in Anderson. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Anderson, California at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Anderson offers 9 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.6/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 96007 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Anderson

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.

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    Great Adventures
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    2220 Balls Ferry Road, Anderson, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Great Adventures Preschool in Anderson, California receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient staff, led by owner Patty, for helping children thrive academically and socially. The center is noted for its flexible hours, reasonable pricing, and welcoming atmosphere that helps children feel comfortable and excited about attending.

    caring and loving staffchild development and academic growthflexible schedulingreasonable pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Anderson

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Anderson zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
960078
4.6
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Anderson (16–96 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Anderson based on parent reviews

Great Adventures

5(7)

2220 Balls Ferry Road, Anderson, CA

Great Adventures Preschool in Anderson, California receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient staff, led by owner Patty, for helping children thrive academically and socially. The center is noted for its flexible hours, reasonable pricing, and welcoming atmosphere that helps children feel comfortable and excited about attending.

caring and loving staffchild development and academic growthflexible scheduling

Happy Valley Children'S Center

4.2(2)

16300 Cloverdale Road, Anderson, CA

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Daycare types in Anderson

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 3

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Daycare Centers in Anderson, California

There are 9 daycare centers in Anderson, 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 Anderson have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Anderson, 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 Anderson

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Great Adventures
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Great Adventures Preschool in Anderson, California receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient staff, led by owner Patty, for helping children thrive academically and socially. The center is noted for its flexible hours, reasonable pricing, and welcoming atmosphere that helps children feel comfortable and excited about attending.

caring and loving staffchild development and academic growthflexible scheduling
Address
2220 Balls Ferry Road, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 999-3153
Happy Valley Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
16300 Cloverdale Road, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 357-2139
Shasta Head Start - Happy Valley
Headstart Programs

One parent reports that their daughter loves the program and highlights the staff as great, while another simply describes the place as great. The few reviews so far mention positive experiences without noting any specific drawbacks.

daughter loves itgreat staff
Address
16300 Cloverdale Road, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 357-2137
Tree Of Life Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
19415 Jacqueline Dr., Rm. 2/10, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 225-0376
Meadow Lane State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2770 Balls Ferry Road, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 378-7030
Prairie Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
20981 Dersch Road, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 365-1801
Prairie State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
20981 Dersch Rd, #7, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 365-3790
Shasta Head Start - Countryside
Headstart Programs

Parents praise the caring teachers and welcoming family atmosphere at Shasta Head Start Countryside, with most reporting positive experiences. However, one parent raised concerns about inconsistent staff quality, inadequate support for breastfeeding mothers, and pay/benefits issues affecting staff retention and accountability.

Amazing and wonderful teacherswelcoming family environmentchildren thrive and grow
Address
3131 East St., Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 245-5119
Shasta Head Start - Anderson Park Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1600 Veterans Lane, Anderson, CA
Phone
(530) 245-5118

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Anderson, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Anderson have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Anderson, 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
Anderson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 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 Anderson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Anderson 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.