
Compare 48 daycare centers in Hayward. Average rating: 4.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Hayward has 48 licensed daycares with 115 parent reviews averaging 4.67/5.16 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94544 zip code, averaging 4.71 stars across 25 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.
30126 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Royal Kids Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report seeing significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and learning skills, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with strong parent communication and leadership.
26555 Gading Road, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
A Joyful Noise Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Parents appreciate the daily photo updates, religious/biblical education, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and emotionally since enrolling.
23640 Reed Way, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 264 children
Parents consistently praise HUSD Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner for its caring, warm environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their excellence and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for its security measures and successful preparation of students for kindergarten.
1101 A Walpert St., Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents praise the facility for its dedicated staff and quality care, describing it as a loving, family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight the center's effective programs and positive impact on children's lives and development.
22100 Princeton, Hayward, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 56 children
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Hayward Adult School, not CFCS HEAD START - SUNSET daycare. The reviews praise the adult school's GED and diploma programs, helpful staff, and convenient location, but do not contain information about the daycare center.
28924 Ruus Road, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children
Lil Angels at Ruus receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental progress in academics and social skills. However, one parent raised serious concerns about security protocols and child care during drop-off/pick-up times, as well as questions about adequate nutrition.
21753 Vallejo St., Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Eyes On You Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, particularly director Lolita, for their communication, professionalism, and ability to support child development including speech improvement and social skills. Children reportedly adjust well and enjoy attending. One parent noted a negative recent experience in 2020 that led to withdrawal.
175 Fairway Steet, Hayward, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children
Parents praise the daycare's pleasant surroundings, quiet neighborhood location, and outdoor space with fields for children to play. Most reviews are positive, though some lack substantive detail about the actual daycare experience.
Based on 24 daycares with Google ratings in Hayward
Average ratings by facility type in Hayward, based on parent reviews
Hayward zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94544 | 25 | 4.71 | 9 | |
| 94541 | 19 | 4.59 | 6 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Hayward (20–264 children)
Small
up to 30 children
20
Medium
31–75 children
24
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Hayward based on parent reviews
30126 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA
Royal Kids Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report seeing significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and learning skills, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with strong parent communication and leadership.
26555 Gading Road, Hayward, CA
A Joyful Noise Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Parents appreciate the daily photo updates, religious/biblical education, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and emotionally since enrolling.
23640 Reed Way, Hayward, CA
Parents consistently praise HUSD Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner for its caring, warm environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their excellence and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for its security measures and successful preparation of students for kindergarten.
1101 A Walpert St., Hayward, CA
Parents praise the facility for its dedicated staff and quality care, describing it as a loving, family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight the center's effective programs and positive impact on children's lives and development.
22100 Princeton, Hayward, CA
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Hayward Adult School, not CFCS HEAD START - SUNSET daycare. The reviews praise the adult school's GED and diploma programs, helpful staff, and convenient location, but do not contain information about the daycare center.
28924 Ruus Road, Hayward, CA
Lil Angels at Ruus receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental progress in academics and social skills. However, one parent raised serious concerns about security protocols and child care during drop-off/pick-up times, as well as questions about adequate nutrition.
There are 48 daycare centers in Hayward, 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 Hayward have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 24 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.74 stars. Our analysis covers 115 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Hayward, 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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One parent describes the staff and director as amazing, noting that their son is happy and feels safe and secure in the program. The review highlights the sweet nature of the other children and positions the center as an ideal choice for first-time preschool parents seeking a supportive environment.
One parent highlights a positive experience at Creative Kids Children's Center, noting that staff member Susan provides attentive care for infants and toddlers. The center engages children in preschool activities like learning letters and numbers, as well as seasonal outings such as water play and pumpkin patch field trips.
One parent describes the CHABOT COLLEGE-CHILDREN'S CENTER as 'Good.' With no other feedback available, specific details about programs, staff, or facilities are not provided.
One reviewer highlights the center's warm and friendly atmosphere, noting it is ideal for little kids with a recreational room and outdoor play area. Another mention focuses on the general fellowship without specific childcare details.
Parents highlight the school's long-tenured, passionate staff and Christian-based environment that fosters strong community bonds and academic progress, such as language development. Recent feedback also notes rigorous safety protocols and facility upgrades implemented during the pandemic, ensuring a secure and clean learning space.
A Joyful Noise Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Parents appreciate the daily photo updates, religious/biblical education, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and emotionally since enrolling.
Parents consistently praise HUSD Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner for its caring, warm environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their excellence and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for its security measures and successful preparation of students for kindergarten.
Royal Kids Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report seeing significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and learning skills, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with strong parent communication and leadership.
Parents praise the facility for its dedicated staff and quality care, describing it as a loving, family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight the center's effective programs and positive impact on children's lives and development.
One parent recalls a positive experience at this preschool location from five years ago, describing it as a nice environment they enjoyed. The feedback highlights the establishment as a great preschool option based on past attendance.
Lil Angels at Ruus receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental progress in academics and social skills. However, one parent raised serious concerns about security protocols and child care during drop-off/pick-up times, as well as questions about adequate nutrition.
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Hayward Adult School, not CFCS HEAD START - SUNSET daycare. The reviews praise the adult school's GED and diploma programs, helpful staff, and convenient location, but do not contain information about the daycare center.
Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness and the quality of the staff, with one reviewer noting the service as excellent. However, a second parent reports significant issues regarding outdated online information, lack of waiting area seating, unresponsive phone lines, and hostile administrative interactions that negatively impacted their enrollment experience.
Parents highlight the staff's welcoming nature and the facility's bright, clean classrooms with a safe outdoor play area, though one reviewer notes the exterior appears dated. Despite generally positive experiences with helpful staff, a specific incident involving perceived rudeness and gossip was reported.
Eyes On You Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, particularly director Lolita, for their communication, professionalism, and ability to support child development including speech improvement and social skills. Children reportedly adjust well and enjoy attending. One parent noted a negative recent experience in 2020 that led to withdrawal.
One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness and quality care, while another reports a separate experience involving unresponsive administration, aggressive staff behavior, and alleged discrimination regarding eligibility and credits.
Parents praise the daycare's pleasant surroundings, quiet neighborhood location, and outdoor space with fields for children to play. Most reviews are positive, though some lack substantive detail about the actual daycare experience.
One parent describes a highly satisfying experience, praising the staff's hard work and affection towards children, while another reports a terrible experience involving the director's leadership and withdrew their child after six months.
One parent highly recommends the center, citing the staff's hard work and affectionate care for the children. Conversely, a single negative review describes a terrible experience and criticizes the director's leadership, noting they withdrew their child after six months.
Feedback for Safari Kid - Hayward is sharply divided, with one parent praising the curriculum and staff's ability to handle children, while another describes the environment as bigoted and the staff as cruel. A second parent specifically alleges that the center refuses to accept neuroatypical children and that the manager was rude and unresponsive to inquiries about their autistic child.
One parent describes the teachers as extremely welcoming, compassionate, and communicative, noting that the program successfully prepared their daughter for Transitional Kindergarten. The review highlights the staff's role in helping the child flourish and feel ready for the next educational step. No negative aspects were mentioned in this feedback.
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