How do I choose the right daycare in Daly City?

When choosing a daycare in Daly City, 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 Daly City?

Daly City offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 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 Centers in Daly City, California (26 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 Daly City for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Daly City

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.

Village Nursery School

4.64 score

5(9)

474 N Parkview Avenue, Daly City, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

Village Nursery School is a highly-rated co-op preschool in Daly City that parents consistently praise for its play-based, child-centered curriculum and strong community involvement. Parents highlight the exceptional, caring teachers, welcoming environment, and supportive parent community that helps children thrive and adjust smoothly to school. The co-op model allows families to be directly involved in their child's education while building meaningful connections with other

Young World Preschool & Childcare LLC (Ps)

4.5 score

5(5)

699 Serramonte Blvd., #219, Daly City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

Young World Preschool & Childcare in Daly City receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight experienced and patient teachers, clean facilities, strong security measures, diverse activities, and successful developmental support including potty training. Children are reported to enjoy attending and miss the school after leaving.

Experienced and patient teachersclean facilities with frequent toy washingaccepts children as young as 2 years oldp

Young World Preschool & Childcare LLC (Inf)

4.5 score

5(5)

699 Serramonte Blvd., #219, Daly City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

Young World Preschool & Childcare LLC in Daly City receives consistently high marks from parents who praise the experienced and patient teaching staff, clean facilities, and wide range of educational activities. Parents highlight successful potty training support, strong security measures, and engaging programs that keep children enthusiastic about attending.

experienced and patient teachersclean facilitiesaccepts children as young as 2 years oldpotty training support

The Latchkey Alternative Center

4 score

4(8)

1200 Skyline Blvd., Daly City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

The Latchkey Alternative Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, communication with parents, and child development outcomes. However, two negative reviews allege serious concerns including inappropriate discipline, neglect, and failure to report incidents to parents.

Caring and knowledgeable staffdaily updates and photos shared with parentschild development and life skills instructionsafe environment

Daycare Centers in Daly City, California

There are 26 daycare centers in Daly City, 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 Daly City, 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 26 all daycares in Daly City, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Daly City, 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

Daly City offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 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 Daly City for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Daly City 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.

26 Daycare Centers in Daly City, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Daly City

Top Rated

Village Nursery School

Young World Preschool & Childcare LLC (Ps)

Young World Preschool & Childcare LLC (Inf)

Imagination Station (Ps)

Star Academy Preschool

Ihsd INC-Serramonte Head Start Center

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