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Best Daycare Centers in Arcadia, CA

Compare 31 daycare centers in Arcadia. Average rating: 4.79/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Arcadia, California at a glance

Daycares
31
Avg rating
4.79/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
12

Arcadia has 31 licensed daycares with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.79/5.12 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91007 zip code, averaging 4.87 stars across 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arcadia

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
    Arcadia Friends Church Preschool
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    5705 Lenore, Arcadia, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Arcadia Friends Church Preschool receives consistently positive reviews from parents across multiple decades. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, clean facilities, play-based curriculum, and organized activities including special events. The facility has maintained a strong reputation since at least the 1970s.

    clean and well-maintained facilitywarm and caring teacherswell-trained staffplay-based curriculum
  2. 2
    Creative Child Preschool
    4.25 score
    4.4(8)

    1111 Okoboji, Arcadia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Creative Child Preschool in Arcadia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children transformed from shy or reluctant to confident and eager learners. The only notable criticism mentioned is poor customer service via phone.

    Caring and nurturing teaching staffvibrant and positive environmentenrichment activities (balletM
  3. 3
    Creative Child Preschool
    4.25 score
    4.4(8)

    530 West Las Tunas Drive, Arcadia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

    Creative Child Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children experience significant social and emotional growth, enjoy coming to school daily, and benefit from a theme-based curriculum with diverse programs like ballet and Mandarin. The school fosters a strong sense of community through events, recitals, and parent engagement.

    Caring and nurturing teacherspositive environmentenrichment activities (balletMandarin

Rating Distribution

Based on 16 daycares with Google ratings in Arcadia

4.5 - 5.0
12
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
19 daycares · 11 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
9 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Arcadia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9100717
4.87
7
9100614
4.7
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Arcadia (12–121 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

14

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Arcadia based on parent reviews

Arcadia Friends Church Preschool

5(6)

5705 Lenore, Arcadia, CA

Arcadia Friends Church Preschool receives consistently positive reviews from parents across multiple decades. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, clean facilities, play-based curriculum, and organized activities including special events. The facility has maintained a strong reputation since at least the 1970s.

clean and well-maintained facilitywarm and caring teacherswell-trained staff

Arcadia Presbyterian Church Child Development Ctr

5(3)

121 Alice St, Arcadia, CA

A few parents highlight the program's God-centered atmosphere, reasonable pricing, and highly communicative, caring staff for children from infancy through kindergarten. Reviewers note that teachers provide excellent care and maintain strong communication with families.

God-centered atmospherereasonably pricedcaring staff

Arcadia Presbyterian Church Child Development Ctr

5(3)

121 Alice Street, Arcadia, CA

Parents highlight the staff's attentive and communicative care for infants and young children within a God-centered environment. Reviewers also note that the pricing is reasonable for services spanning from infant through kindergarten levels.

caring staffgood communicationGod-centered atmosphere

All Seasons Children'S Learning Center

5(2)

2612 So. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA

Parents highlight the center's strong academic focus, experienced teachers, and consistent, open communication with staff. Reviewers note the welcoming environment and significant child growth, though they advise prospective families to join the waitlist early due to high demand.

experienced teachersstrong academicsopen communication

Creative Child Preschool

4.4(8)

1111 Okoboji, Arcadia, CA

Creative Child Preschool in Arcadia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children transformed from shy or reluctant to confident and eager learners. The only notable criticism mentioned is poor customer service via phone.

Caring and nurturing teaching staffvibrant and positive environmentenrichment activities (ballet

Creative Child Preschool

4.4(8)

530 West Las Tunas Drive, Arcadia, CA

Creative Child Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children experience significant social and emotional growth, enjoy coming to school daily, and benefit from a theme-based curriculum with diverse programs like ballet and Mandarin. The school fosters a strong sense of community through events, recitals, and parent engagement.

Caring and nurturing teacherspositive environmentenrichment activities (ballet

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Daycare types in Arcadia

Child Daycare & Preschools 19Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 9

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Daycare Centers in Arcadia, California

There are 31 daycare centers in Arcadia, 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 Arcadia have an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Arcadia, 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 Arcadia

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Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
300 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA
Phone
(626) 574-3524

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Frequently asked questions

There are 31 all daycares in Arcadia, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Arcadia have an average Google rating of 4.79 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Arcadia, 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
Arcadia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 9 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 Arcadia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Arcadia 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.