
Compare 23 daycare centers in Eureka. Average rating: 4.51/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Eureka has 23 licensed daycares with 84 parent reviews averaging 4.51/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 95503 (avg 4.87 stars), while 95501 has the largest selection (14 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
900 Hodgson Street, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Children's Cottage Infant Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising dedicated, caring staff who provide personalized attention and regular communication with parents. The facility offers engaging activities, outdoor space, and a warm community environment. However, a small number of older reviews raise concerns about overcrowding, staff qualifications, and strict enrollment policies with no trial period.
2020 Campton Road, Suite A, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children
Kids Unlimited receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the structured environment, caring staff, and child development outcomes. However, two recent negative reviews raise concerns about teacher turnover and alleged lack of support for children with special needs.
7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Note: Reviews appear to be for College of the Redwoods community college, not the Child Development Center daycare program. Reviewers praise the institution's beautiful campus, quality instruction, affordable tuition, and course variety, though some express frustration with online-only textbook ordering.
7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Reviews appear to be for College of the Redwoods community college rather than the child development center. Reviewers praise the beautiful campus, quality instruction, affordable tuition, and variety of classes offered. The main complaint involves the lack of a physical bookstore.
Based on 15 daycares with Google ratings in Eureka
Average ratings by facility type in Eureka, based on parent reviews
Eureka zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95503 | 7 | 4.87 | 5 | |
| 95501 | 14 | 4.07 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Eureka (12–75 children)
Small
up to 30 children
14
Medium
31–75 children
9
Large
76–150 children
0
Very Large
150+ children
0
Highest rated daycares in Eureka based on parent reviews
2725 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka, CA
Parents highlight the center's warm and professional staff, robust security measures, and engaging age-appropriate curriculum. One family notes their child's academic success and long-term satisfaction from infancy through preschool, while another praises the seamless communication via the Brightwheel app.
3844 Walnut Drive, #C, Eureka, CA
A few parents highlight the staff's deep dedication and supportive nature, noting that they go above and beyond to help children adjust. One family specifically appreciates the positive summer camp experience and the community feel of the center.
2725 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka, CA
Parents highlight the center's secure, nurturing environment and engaging curriculum, noting that staff dedication and seamless app-based communication foster strong parent-child connections. One family reports that the program effectively prepared their child for grade school, resulting in academic advantages that persist into elementary school.
1801 Tenth St., Eureka, CA
Parents describe Mistwood Montessori School as a perfect environment for young learners, highlighting the quality of the Montessori primary foundation. Reviewers express high satisfaction with the program, noting that their children benefited significantly from the experience.
900 Hodgson Street, Eureka, CA
Children's Cottage Infant Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising dedicated, caring staff who provide personalized attention and regular communication with parents. The facility offers engaging activities, outdoor space, and a warm community environment. However, a small number of older reviews raise concerns about overcrowding, staff qualifications, and strict enrollment policies with no trial period.
4865 Hidden Meadows Lane, Eureka, CA
There are 23 daycare centers in Eureka, 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 Eureka have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 84 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Eureka, 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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Parents highlight the center's warm and professional staff, robust security measures, and engaging age-appropriate curriculum. One family notes their child's academic success and long-term satisfaction from infancy through preschool, while another praises the seamless communication via the Brightwheel app.
A few parents highlight the staff's deep dedication and supportive nature, noting that they go above and beyond to help children adjust. One family specifically appreciates the positive summer camp experience and the community feel of the center.
Parents highlight the center's secure, nurturing environment and engaging curriculum, noting that staff dedication and seamless app-based communication foster strong parent-child connections. One family reports that the program effectively prepared their child for grade school, resulting in academic advantages that persist into elementary school.
Parents describe Mistwood Montessori School as a perfect environment for young learners, highlighting the quality of the Montessori primary foundation. Reviewers express high satisfaction with the program, noting that their children benefited significantly from the experience.
Children's Cottage Infant Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising dedicated, caring staff who provide personalized attention and regular communication with parents. The facility offers engaging activities, outdoor space, and a warm community environment. However, a small number of older reviews raise concerns about overcrowding, staff qualifications, and strict enrollment policies with no trial period.
Kids Unlimited receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the structured environment, caring staff, and child development outcomes. However, two recent negative reviews raise concerns about teacher turnover and alleged lack of support for children with special needs.
Parents report that their children enjoy the hands-on learning activities, social development, and caring staff, with specific praise for Principal Kathy and Teacher Glenda. However, one experienced worker describes the environment as disorganized and overcrowded, citing negative behavioral management practices and poor facility conditions.
Note: Reviews appear to be for College of the Redwoods community college, not the Child Development Center daycare program. Reviewers praise the institution's beautiful campus, quality instruction, affordable tuition, and course variety, though some express frustration with online-only textbook ordering.
Reviews appear to be for College of the Redwoods community college rather than the child development center. Reviewers praise the beautiful campus, quality instruction, affordable tuition, and variety of classes offered. The main complaint involves the lack of a physical bookstore.
One parent highlights the wonderful atmosphere and teachers, while two others express serious concerns regarding staff training, high turnover, and a lack of trauma-informed care. These conflicting experiences result in a split opinion between the quality of the environment and the stability of the staff.
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