19 Daycare Centers in Fountain Valley, California
Browse all 19 daycare centers in Fountain Valley, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fountain Valley
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.
- 1Hilltop Nursery School4.69 score5(11)
9685 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 46 children
Hilltop Nursery School receives consistently perfect ratings from parents who praise its Reggio-inspired, play-based curriculum and caring teachers. Parents highlight the school's focus on social-emotional development, individualized learning, and strong sense of community, with many families returning for multiple children. The co-op model is valued for enabling parental involvement and learning alongside their children.
loving and caring teacherssafe and welcoming environmentplay-based and Reggio-inspired curriculumsocial-emotional development focus - 2Shoreline Christian Preschool4.58 score5(7)
10350 Ellis Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise Shoreline Christian Preschool for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing. The facility prioritizes safety, holistic child development, and strong family communication through the Brightwheel app. Multiple families report feeling confident and happy with their children's growth—socially, emotionally, and academically.
welcoming and supportive staffstrong teamwork and leadershipemphasis on safetyage-appropriate academics - 3Slater Montessori Academy4.4 score4.5(20)
10316 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children
Parents consistently praise Slater Montessori Academy for its caring, attentive staff who genuinely nurture children's academic, social, and emotional growth. The Montessori method combined with enrichment activities (music, sports, arts and crafts) and low teacher-to-student ratios create a welcoming environment where children thrive and develop confidence and independence.
Caring and patient teachersstrong Montessori curriculumbalance of structured learning and playextracurricular activities (music
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Highest rated daycares in Fountain Valley based on parent reviews
Hilltop Nursery School
9685 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA
Hilltop Nursery School receives consistently perfect ratings from parents who praise its Reggio-inspired, play-based curriculum and caring teachers. Parents highlight the school's focus on social-emotional development, individualized learning, and strong sense of community, with many families returning for multiple children. The co-op model is valued for enabling parental involvement and learning alongside their children.
Shoreline Christian Preschool
10350 Ellis Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
Parents consistently praise Shoreline Christian Preschool for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing. The facility prioritizes safety, holistic child development, and strong family communication through the Brightwheel app. Multiple families report feeling confident and happy with their children's growth—socially, emotionally, and academically.
King Of Glory Lutheran Church
10280 Slater Ave, Fountain Valley, CA
King Of Glory Lutheran Church & Preschool
10280 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
Slater Montessori Academy
10316 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
Parents consistently praise Slater Montessori Academy for its caring, attentive staff who genuinely nurture children's academic, social, and emotional growth. The Montessori method combined with enrichment activities (music, sports, arts and crafts) and low teacher-to-student ratios create a welcoming environment where children thrive and develop confidence and independence.
Huntington Valley Pre-School
9779 Starfish Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
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Daycare Centers in Fountain Valley, California
There are 19 daycare centers in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley
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- Address
- 17575 Euclid Street, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-5414
- Address
- 17575 Euclid Ave., Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-5414
Hilltop Nursery School receives consistently perfect ratings from parents who praise its Reggio-inspired, play-based curriculum and caring teachers. Parents highlight the school's focus on social-emotional development, individualized learning, and strong sense of community, with many families returning for multiple children. The co-op model is valued for enabling parental involvement and learning alongside their children.
- Address
- 9685 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 963-9838
- Address
- 9779 Starfish Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 963-9885
- Address
- 10280 Slater Ave, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 968-5865
Parents consistently praise Shoreline Christian Preschool for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing. The facility prioritizes safety, holistic child development, and strong family communication through the Brightwheel app. Multiple families report feeling confident and happy with their children's growth—socially, emotionally, and academically.
- Address
- 10350 Ellis Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-6886
- Address
- 10280 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 968-5865
Parents consistently praise Slater Montessori Academy for its caring, attentive staff who genuinely nurture children's academic, social, and emotional growth. The Montessori method combined with enrichment activities (music, sports, arts and crafts) and low teacher-to-student ratios create a welcoming environment where children thrive and develop confidence and independence.
- Address
- 10316 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-2799
- Address
- 17565 Los Alamos Street, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 309-4920
- Address
- 18225 Bushard Street, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 968-2834
- Address
- 17565 Los Alamos Street, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 309-4920
- Address
- 18313 Santa Carlotta Street, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-4099
- Address
- 17615 Los Jardines East, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-4099
- Address
- 17340 Santa Suzanne St, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-4099
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Fountain Valley for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting their kids are happy and eager to attend. The center is noted for security measures, accommodation of dietary needs, and strong leadership under Director Diane.
- Address
- 9945 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 968-4451
- Address
- 18410 Brookhurst Street, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 593-8333
- Address
- 9675 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-4099
- Address
- 18720 Las Flores Street, Rm., #6, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 378-5153
- Address
- 17415 Magnolia Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 847-4844
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- 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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