Best Daycare Centers in Lafayette, CA
Compare 18 daycare centers in Lafayette. Average rating: 4.89/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lafayette, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 18
- Avg rating
- 4.89/5
- Parent reviews
- 40
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 13
Lafayette has 18 licensed daycares with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.89/5.13 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 93% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94549 zip code, averaging 4.89 stars across 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lafayette
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.
- 1Lafayette Nursery School4.64 score5(9)
979 First Street, Lafayette, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 25 children
Lafayette Nursery School is a highly-regarded co-op preschool where parents actively participate in classroom activities. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced teachers, and strong sense of community that extends beyond school hours.
Experienced and caring teachersplay-based learning philosophywarm and welcoming environmentstrong parent community and involvement - 2Michael Lane Preschool4.5 score5(5)
682 Michael Lane, Lafayette, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children
Michael Lane Preschool in Lafayette receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the warm, experienced teaching staff led by director Holly, the play-based learning philosophy, and the welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children feel safe, loved, and engaged while making meaningful progress developmentally.
Experienced and caring teacherswarm and patient directorplay-based learning approachbeautiful and interactive facilities - 3Gan Ilan Preschool - Temple Isaiah4.5 score5(5)
945 Risa Road, Lafayette, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 95 children
Gan Ilan Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, intentional teachers and strong Jewish identity education. Parents highlight the supportive community, flexible scheduling, outdoor learning spaces, and positive daily experiences for their children.
Warm and caring teachersintentional individualized instructionJewish identity and cultural educationstrong parent community
Rating Distribution
Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in Lafayette
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Lafayette, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Lafayette zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94549 | 18 | 4.89 | 13 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lafayette (17–141 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
9
Large
76–150 children
7
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Lafayette based on parent reviews
Lafayette Nursery School
979 First Street, Lafayette, CA
Lafayette Nursery School is a highly-regarded co-op preschool where parents actively participate in classroom activities. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced teachers, and strong sense of community that extends beyond school hours.
Michael Lane Preschool
682 Michael Lane, Lafayette, CA
Michael Lane Preschool in Lafayette receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the warm, experienced teaching staff led by director Holly, the play-based learning philosophy, and the welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children feel safe, loved, and engaged while making meaningful progress developmentally.
Gan Ilan Preschool - Temple Isaiah
945 Risa Road, Lafayette, CA
Gan Ilan Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, intentional teachers and strong Jewish identity education. Parents highlight the supportive community, flexible scheduling, outdoor learning spaces, and positive daily experiences for their children.
Building Bridges Preschool
1003 Carol Lane, Lafayette, CA
Parents describe Building Bridges Preschool as a warm, second-home environment with caring and patient teachers who support individual development. Reviewers highlight the engaging, hands-on curriculum that includes outdoor time, animal care, and diverse activities like art and reading. While feedback is exclusively positive, the small number of reviews suggests these observations reflect a limited sample.
First Steps Learning Center
3201 Stanley Boulevard, Lafayette, CA
Parents highlight the loving teachers, engaging activities, and large outdoor play area, noting their children's happiness and smooth transitions. Reviewers also appreciate the convenient location, ample parking, and responsive communication from the staff.
Old Firehouse School
984 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA
Parents describe Old Firehouse School as a warm, tight-knit community with exceptional, nurturing teachers who prioritize research-backed academic and social-emotional development. Reviewers highlight the benefit of a primary caregiver model and the strong partnership between staff and families, noting that children often express lasting affection for the program. The center is praised for its thoughtful communication and the director's evident expertise in early childhood education.
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Daycare Centers in Lafayette, California
There are 18 daycare centers in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette have an average rating of 4.89 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 93% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Lafayette, 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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Michael Lane Preschool in Lafayette receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the warm, experienced teaching staff led by director Holly, the play-based learning philosophy, and the welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children feel safe, loved, and engaged while making meaningful progress developmentally.
- Address
- 682 Michael Lane, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-7244
Parents describe Building Bridges Preschool as a warm, second-home environment with caring and patient teachers who support individual development. Reviewers highlight the engaging, hands-on curriculum that includes outdoor time, animal care, and diverse activities like art and reading. While feedback is exclusively positive, the small number of reviews suggests these observations reflect a limited sample.
- Address
- 1003 Carol Lane, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 283-6792
- Address
- 1049 Stuart Street, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-7092
- Address
- 3390 Deerhill Road, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 283-6036
Gan Ilan Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, intentional teachers and strong Jewish identity education. Parents highlight the supportive community, flexible scheduling, outdoor learning spaces, and positive daily experiences for their children.
- Address
- 945 Risa Road, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-8453
- Address
- 3205 Stanley Blvd, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 932-8088
Parents describe Old Firehouse School as a warm, tight-knit community with exceptional, nurturing teachers who prioritize research-backed academic and social-emotional development. Reviewers highlight the benefit of a primary caregiver model and the strong partnership between staff and families, noting that children often express lasting affection for the program. The center is praised for its thoughtful communication and the director's evident expertise in early childhood education.
- Address
- 984 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-4321
Lafayette Nursery School is a highly-regarded co-op preschool where parents actively participate in classroom activities. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced teachers, and strong sense of community that extends beyond school hours.
- Address
- 979 First Street, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-2448
- Address
- 955 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-1143
Parents highlight the loving teachers, engaging activities, and large outdoor play area, noting their children's happiness and smooth transitions. Reviewers also appreciate the convenient location, ample parking, and responsive communication from the staff.
- Address
- 3201 Stanley Boulevard, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 933-6283
- Address
- 3408 Deerhill Road, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 283-6036
- Address
- 3855 Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 283-7100
One parent describes SEEDLINGS as a great school with supportive staff and notes the convenience of a large parking lot.
- Address
- 49 Knox Drive, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-3870
- Address
- 3309 Springhill Road, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 283-7808
- Address
- 999 Leland Dr., Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 938-9958
- Address
- 561 Merriewood Drive, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-2121
- Address
- 584 Glenside Drive, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 282-9699
- Address
- 961 First Street, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 283-4500
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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 — 14 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities