Best Daycare Centers in Atascadero, CA
Compare 17 daycare centers in Atascadero. Average rating: 4.28/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Atascadero, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 17
- Avg rating
- 4.28/5
- Parent reviews
- 32
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Atascadero has 17 licensed daycares with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 46% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 93422 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Atascadero
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.
- 1Champions Preschool At Santa Rosa3.3 score2.6(5)
8655 Santa Rosa Road, Atascadero, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children
Champions Preschool at Santa Rosa receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's skills in managing children, homework help, safe environment, and responsiveness to parent questions. However, some parents report staffing concerns, billing issues, and poor customer service resolution.
Staff expertise in managing groupshomework assistancesafe environmentfriendly staff - 2Champions Program At Santa Rosa3.3 score2.6(5)
8655 Santa Rosa, Atascadero, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Champions Program at Santa Rosa receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise homework help, safe environment, skilled staff, and good customer service. However, negative reviewers report staff concerns, billing issues, and unresolved customer service problems.
homework assistancesafe environmentfriendly and skilled staffgood customer service
Rating Distribution
Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Atascadero
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Atascadero, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Atascadero zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93422 | 16 | 4.42 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Atascadero (20–100 children)
Small
up to 30 children
9
Medium
31–75 children
6
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Atascadero based on parent reviews
Champions Preschool At San Gabriel
8500 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA
One parent highlights the program's support for single working mothers, while others note that teachers effectively foster both social and academic growth for young children. Families report that staff are engaging and that children enjoy spending time with their peers.
Children'S House Montessori School
3025 Monterey Road, Atascadero, CA
Parents describe CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL as a welcoming and family-like environment where children thrive under dedicated teachers. Reviewers highlight the school's hands-on Montessori approach and extensive outdoor space as key factors in fostering a genuine love for learning. One family noted exceptional academic rigor, such as kindergarten division, while another appreciated the staff's openness and the community feel.
Atascadero Children'S Center
11850 Viejo Camino, Bldg. A, Atascadero, CA
Champions Program At Monterey Road
3355 Monterey Road, Atascadero, CA
Parents highlight the engaging program and friendly staff, with children enjoying the experience and returning home eager to share their daily activities. However, one review notes that the cost was excessively high relative to the level of supervision provided.
Busy Bee'S Preschool
8705 Santa Lucia Rd., Atascadero, CA
Parents highlight the teachers' welcoming and caring nature, noting their son's excitement and academic interest. However, one parent reports that staff lacked training to handle behavioral issues like hitting, resulting in negative lectures and child distress.
Next Generation Child Development Center LLC
10333 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA
One parent highlights the center's strong curriculum, engaging holiday events, and flexible hours as key benefits for their children's development. Another parent reports a serious conflict with staff regarding medical care protocols and alleged HIPAA violations involving unauthorized contact with their child's doctor.
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Daycare Centers in Atascadero, California
There are 17 daycare centers in Atascadero, 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 Atascadero have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 46% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Atascadero, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent highlights the program's support for single working mothers, while others note that teachers effectively foster both social and academic growth for young children. Families report that staff are engaging and that children enjoy spending time with their peers.
- Address
- 8500 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 975-8429
- Address
- 8935 Amapoa Street, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-2427
Parents describe CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL as a welcoming and family-like environment where children thrive under dedicated teachers. Reviewers highlight the school's hands-on Montessori approach and extensive outdoor space as key factors in fostering a genuine love for learning. One family noted exceptional academic rigor, such as kindergarten division, while another appreciated the staff's openness and the community feel.
- Address
- 3025 Monterey Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-5068
- Address
- 5545 Ardilla Avenue, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-9544
- Address
- 11850 Viejo Camino, Bldg. A, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 461-3330
- Address
- 4410 Portola Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 305-1422
Parents highlight the engaging program and friendly staff, with children enjoying the experience and returning home eager to share their daily activities. However, one review notes that the cost was excessively high relative to the level of supervision provided.
- Address
- 3355 Monterey Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 952-5821
Parents highlight the teachers' welcoming and caring nature, noting their son's excitement and academic interest. However, one parent reports that staff lacked training to handle behavioral issues like hitting, resulting in negative lectures and child distress.
- Address
- 8705 Santa Lucia Rd., Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 460-9983
One parent highlights the center's strong curriculum, engaging holiday events, and flexible hours as key benefits for their children's development. Another parent reports a serious conflict with staff regarding medical care protocols and alleged HIPAA violations involving unauthorized contact with their child's doctor.
- Address
- 10333 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-1745
One parent describes CAPSLO - ATASCADERO HEAD START as 'Exelente,' highlighting a positive experience with the program. The limited feedback currently available reflects high satisfaction without noting specific drawbacks.
- Address
- 965 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-0417
- Address
- 7905 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-1133
Champions Preschool at Santa Rosa receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's skills in managing children, homework help, safe environment, and responsiveness to parent questions. However, some parents report staffing concerns, billing issues, and poor customer service resolution.
- Address
- 8655 Santa Rosa Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 712-9485
Champions Program at Santa Rosa receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise homework help, safe environment, skilled staff, and good customer service. However, negative reviewers report staff concerns, billing issues, and unresolved customer service problems.
- Address
- 8655 Santa Rosa, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 479-1226
- Address
- 4300 San Benito, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 975-6105
- Address
- 8500 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-8181
- Address
- 6225 Atascadero Mall, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-4457
- Address
- 8500 San Gabriel, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 975-8429
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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