Best Daycare Centers in Garden Grove, CA
Compare 47 daycare centers in Garden Grove. Average rating: 4.29/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Garden Grove, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 47
- Avg rating
- 4.29/5
- Parent reviews
- 221
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 14
Garden Grove has 47 licensed daycares with 221 parent reviews averaging 4.29/5.14 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 92841 (avg 4.59 stars), while 92840 has the largest selection (14 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Garden Grove
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.
- 1Garden Grove Montessori Academy4.69 score5(11)
10141 Lampson Avenue, Garden Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children
Parents consistently praise Garden Grove Montessori Academy for its authentic application of Montessori methodology and exceptional staff who provide nurturing, loving care. Children show strong academic progress in reading, math, and language skills alongside development of life skills, emotional growth, and behavioral improvement. Parents highlight the caring director and teachers by name and express high satisfaction with the value and overall experience.
Authentic Montessori approachcaring and loving staffstrong academic resultslife skills instruction - 2Shalom Preschool And After School4.58 score5(7)
8362 Trask Ave., Garden Grove, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 69 children
Shalom Preschool and After School receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, structured environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child relationships, quality curriculum, parent involvement opportunities, and quality meals. Children are reported to thrive academically and behaviorally in this supportive setting.
caring and dedicated staffstructured environmentstrong teacher-child relationships - 3Our Redeemer Lutheran Preschool4.56 score4.8(12)
12301 Magnolia Avenue, Garden Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Our Redeemer Lutheran Preschool in Garden Grove maintains a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the center's Christian faith-based approach, compassionate community, and welcoming environment. Parents appreciate the spiritual education and support provided by the church and pastoral staff.
Christian faith-based curriculumcompassionate staffcommunity supportwarm and caring environment - 4King Of Kings Lutheran Church4.47 score4.8(7)
13431 Newhope Street, Garden Grove, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children
King of Kings Lutheran Church in Garden Grove is a religious facility with consistently positive reviews (4.8/5 rating). Parents and community members praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality education, strong biblical teaching, and supportive community environment.
Friendly and welcoming staffquality educationsound biblical doctrineengaging sermons and music - 5Precious Years Children'S Center4.32 score4.4(20)
9691 Bixby Ave., Garden Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Precious Years Children's Center in Garden Grove receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight a caring, nurturing environment with dedicated staff who go above and beyond, strong Spanish language instruction, and excellent communication with families. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and show clear academic and social progress.
Caring and nurturing staffchild safety and cleanlinessbilingual/Spanish instructionstrong communicat - 6Precious Years Childrens Center4.32 score4.4(20)
9691 Bixby Avenue, Garden Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children
Parents consistently praise Precious Years for its caring, nurturing environment where children feel safe and happy. Staff members are described as kind-hearted, dedicated, and going above and beyond for individual children's needs. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially after attending.
Caring and nurturing staffclean facilitiesbilingual education (Spanish)strong communication with parents - 7Oc Kids Infant & Preschool4.32 score4.4(20)
11362 Brookhurst Street, Garden Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children
OC Kids Infant & Preschool in Garden Grove receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive curriculum that combines Montessori methods with academic preparation. Parents highlight excellent communication, enrichment programs (soccer, dance, tae kwon do, music), dual-language immersion, and smooth transitions for children of all ages from infants through school-age.
Attentive and caring teachersclean and safe - 8The Learning Spot Child Development Center4.31 score4.5(8)
12388 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children
The Learning Spot receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviews highlighting exceptional staff, nurturing care, and strong child development outcomes. Parents emphasize the center's educational approach, affordability, and excellent communication through daily updates. Many report their children show excitement about attending and have achieved significant developmental milestones.
Exceptional and caring staffexperienced management with educational backgroundnurturing environmentchild development focus - 9Garden Grove Unified School District/Lawrence4.28 score4.4(11)
12521 Monroe Street, Garden Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children
This Garden Grove Unified School District center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational opportunities provided to children. Most reviewers highlight good service and a supportive learning environment. One negative review mentioned concerns about bias during a job interview process.
caring staffclean facilitieseducational programstechnology integration (tablets and internet access) - 10Garden Grove Unified School District/Clinton4.28 score4.4(11)
13851 Clinton Street, Garden Grove, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 168 children
Garden Grove Unified School District/Clinton receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational opportunities provided to children. The majority of reviews highlight good service and a supportive learning environment, though one reviewer had a negative experience related to a job interview.
caring staffclean facilitiesgood serviceeducational programs including technology access
Rating Distribution
Based on 28 daycares with Google ratings in Garden Grove
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 221 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Garden Grove, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Garden Grove zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92841 | 10 | 4.59 | 3 | |
| 92843 | 7 | 4.57 | 4 | |
| 92844 | 11 | 4.34 | 3 | |
| 92840 | 14 | 4.29 | 4 | |
| 92845 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Garden Grove (20–168 children)
Small
up to 30 children
7
Medium
31–75 children
29
Large
76–150 children
10
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Garden Grove based on parent reviews
Garden Grove Montessori Academy
10141 Lampson Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
Parents consistently praise Garden Grove Montessori Academy for its authentic application of Montessori methodology and exceptional staff who provide nurturing, loving care. Children show strong academic progress in reading, math, and language skills alongside development of life skills, emotional growth, and behavioral improvement. Parents highlight the caring director and teachers by name and express high satisfaction with the value and overall experience.
Shalom Preschool And After School
8362 Trask Ave., Garden Grove, CA
Shalom Preschool and After School receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, structured environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child relationships, quality curriculum, parent involvement opportunities, and quality meals. Children are reported to thrive academically and behaviorally in this supportive setting.
Our Redeemer Lutheran Preschool
12301 Magnolia Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
Our Redeemer Lutheran Preschool in Garden Grove maintains a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the center's Christian faith-based approach, compassionate community, and welcoming environment. Parents appreciate the spiritual education and support provided by the church and pastoral staff.
King Of Kings Lutheran Church
13431 Newhope Street, Garden Grove, CA
King of Kings Lutheran Church in Garden Grove is a religious facility with consistently positive reviews (4.8/5 rating). Parents and community members praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality education, strong biblical teaching, and supportive community environment.
St. Olaf Childcare Center
12432 Ninth Street, Garden Grove, CA
Parents highlight the center's affordability, clean environment, and caring staff, noting that children are well-prepared for transitional kindergarten. One visitor observed a happy and clean atmosphere during a walk-through, while another specifically appreciated the facility's maintenance. The few reviews so far mention positive experiences with teacher engagement and office support, with no significant complaints identified.
Family Campus Preschool
10540 Chapman Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
Reviewers highlight the friendly and professional staff, noting that the environment is safe and suitable for young children. One parent mentions a long-standing positive experience spanning over a decade, expressing confidence in the center's ability to care for multiple children.
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Daycare Centers in Garden Grove, California
There are 47 daycare centers in Garden Grove, 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 Garden Grove have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 28 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 221 parent reviews. Parents in Garden Grove most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, clean facilities, and caring staff.
When choosing a daycare in Garden Grove, 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 Garden Grove
Showing 47 results
- Address
- 8902 Hewitt Place, Rm A4, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 894-7201
- Address
- 11832 Euclid Ave, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 725-2681
Childtime Garden Grove receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents for caring, patient staff and a warm environment, but serious concerns from others about understaffing, inadequate support for children with special needs, poor management, high costs, and facility cleanliness issues.
- Address
- 12421 Springdale St, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 894-4250
- Address
- 13280 Chapman Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 663-2330
- Address
- 12211 Magnolia Ave, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 539-2911
- Address
- 10871 Acacia Pkwy, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 241-8920
Parents consistently praise TLC Learning Center for its strong academic curriculum, caring and experienced teachers, and nurturing environment. The center is noted for excellent food quality, security features, and enrichment activities. One parent reported a negative interaction with staff tone.
- Address
- 13082 Kerry Street, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 590-1210
- Address
- 5856 Belgrave, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 897-3833
- Address
- 9802 13th St., Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 531-1991
- Address
- 13321 Lampson Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 997-6153
- Address
- 8371 Orangewood, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 663-6451
- Address
- 13162 Newhope Street, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 663-6085
- Address
- 12091 Lampson Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 663-6203
This facility has not received any verified daycare reviews. The available ratings are from church members and event attendees praising the religious community and rental services, not parents evaluating childcare quality.
- Address
- 12741 Main Street, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 530-0282
- Address
- 14851 Donegal Drive, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 663-6405
- Address
- 10855 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 534-3947
- Address
- 9821 William Dalton Way, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 663-6556
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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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 38 facilities
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