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Best Daycare Centers in Imperial, CA

Compare 5 daycare centers in Imperial. Average rating: 4.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Imperial, California at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4.67/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Imperial has 5 licensed daycares with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.67/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 92251 zip code, averaging 4.67 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Imperial

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.

  1. 1
    Imperial Valley College Developmental Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    380 E. Aten Road, Imperial, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    This appears to be Imperial Valley College rather than a dedicated daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (all 5-star ratings), with visitors praising the campus facilities, helpful staff and faculty, and well-organized programs including vaccination clinics.

    Positive overall experiencehelpful and accommodating staff and facultywell-organized programsnice campus facilities
  2. 2
    Imperial Valley College Infant Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    380 E. Aten Rd., Imperial, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the infant center, but rather from college students and visitors rating Imperial Valley College as a campus. The few relevant comments praise the facility and staff responsiveness, though most reviews discuss unrelated college experiences.

    Responsive and helpful staffpositive campus experiencewell-organized programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Imperial

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Imperial zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
922515
4.67
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Imperial (24–70 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Imperial based on parent reviews

Imperial Valley College Developmental Preschool

4.5(20)

380 E. Aten Road, Imperial, CA

This appears to be Imperial Valley College rather than a dedicated daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (all 5-star ratings), with visitors praising the campus facilities, helpful staff and faculty, and well-organized programs including vaccination clinics.

Positive overall experiencehelpful and accommodating staff and facultywell-organized programs

Imperial Valley College Infant Center

4.5(20)

380 E. Aten Rd., Imperial, CA

The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the infant center, but rather from college students and visitors rating Imperial Valley College as a campus. The few relevant comments praise the facility and staff responsiveness, though most reviews discuss unrelated college experiences.

Responsive and helpful staffpositive campus experiencewell-organized programs

It'S A Small World

5

320 So. J Street, Imperial, CA

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Daycare Centers in Imperial, California

There are 5 daycare centers in Imperial, 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 Imperial have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.67 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Imperial, 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 Imperial

Showing 5 results

It'S A Small World
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
320 So. J Street, Imperial, CA
Phone
(760) 355-1114
Imperial Valley College Developmental Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This appears to be Imperial Valley College rather than a dedicated daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (all 5-star ratings), with visitors praising the campus facilities, helpful staff and faculty, and well-organized programs including vaccination clinics.

Positive overall experiencehelpful and accommodating staff and facultywell-organized programs
Address
380 E. Aten Road, Imperial, CA
Phone
(760) 355-6232
Imperial Valley College Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the infant center, but rather from college students and visitors rating Imperial Valley College as a campus. The few relevant comments praise the facility and staff responsiveness, though most reviews discuss unrelated college experiences.

Responsive and helpful staffpositive campus experiencewell-organized programs
Address
380 E. Aten Rd., Imperial, CA
Phone
(760) 355-6177
Knowledge Tree Preschool & Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
497 Wall Road, Suite A, Imperial, CA
Phone
(760) 592-4810
Icoe-Cds Little Tiger'S State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
303 South D Street, Imperial, CA
Phone
(760) 355-8640

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Imperial, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Imperial have an average Google rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Imperial, 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
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 Imperial for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Imperial 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.