How do I choose the right daycare in Atascadero?

When choosing a daycare in Atascadero, 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

What types of daycare are available in Atascadero?

Atascadero offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Centers in Atascadero, California (17 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 Atascadero for current pricing.

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.

Champions Preschool At Santa Rosa

3.3 score

2.6(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

Champions Program At Santa Rosa

3.3 score

2.6(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

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

There are 17 all daycares in Atascadero, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Atascadero, 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

Atascadero offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Atascadero for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Atascadero 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.

17 Daycare Centers in Atascadero, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Atascadero

Top Rated

Champions Preschool At San Gabriel

Children'S House Montessori School

Atascadero Children'S Center

Champions Program At Monterey Road

Busy Bee'S Preschool

Next Generation Child Development Center LLC

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