
Compare 25 daycare centers in Lakewood. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lakewood offers 25 licensed daycares, 7 of which have public ratings averaging 4.34/5.The highest-rated options cluster around 90715 (avg 5 stars), while 90712 has the largest selection (10 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.
5225 Hayter Ave., Lakewood, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Lakewood Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the spacious classrooms, hands-on curriculum, engaged teachers, and fresh daily meals. One parent expressed dissatisfaction following staff changes. Current parents report their children enjoy attending and feel well-prepared for kindergarten.
Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Lakewood
Average ratings by facility type in Lakewood, based on parent reviews
Lakewood zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90715 | 7 | 5 | 3 | |
| 90713 | 8 | 5 | 1 | |
| 90712 | 10 | 3.47 | 0 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lakewood (13–160 children)
Small
up to 30 children
9
Medium
31–75 children
11
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Lakewood based on parent reviews
20651 Norwalk Blvd, Lakewood, CA
Parents highlight the caring and loving nature of staff members, specifically mentioning teachers Ms. Treshia and Ms. Reema who support student goals and preparation. Reviewers also appreciate the office staff's responsiveness and the quality of school events, such as a preschool graduation.
6504 E. South Street, Lakewood, CA
One parent highlights the staff as nice, professional, and caring, noting that their children enjoy attending. Another review describes the center as a wonderful school for multiple children.
5225 Hayter Ave., Lakewood, CA
Lakewood Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the spacious classrooms, hands-on curriculum, engaged teachers, and fresh daily meals. One parent expressed dissatisfaction following staff changes. Current parents report their children enjoy attending and feel well-prepared for kindergarten.
12235 Centralia St., Lakewood, CA
12235 Centralia St., Lakewood, CA
5510 N. Clark Ave., Lakewood, CA
Parent feedback for M.A.W. Children's Centers is sharply divided, with one reviewer highlighting patient teachers and enriching activities, while others report serious concerns regarding staff competence, safety, and management behavior. Specific complaints include inadequate supervision leading to unaddressed bullying, management aggression, and teachers engaging in unsafe practices such as unsupervised kitchen access and excessive phone use.
There are 25 daycare centers in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.34 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Lakewood, 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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Parents highlight the caring and loving nature of staff members, specifically mentioning teachers Ms. Treshia and Ms. Reema who support student goals and preparation. Reviewers also appreciate the office staff's responsiveness and the quality of school events, such as a preschool graduation.
One parent highlights the staff as nice, professional, and caring, noting that their children enjoy attending. Another review describes the center as a wonderful school for multiple children.
Lakewood Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the spacious classrooms, hands-on curriculum, engaged teachers, and fresh daily meals. One parent expressed dissatisfaction following staff changes. Current parents report their children enjoy attending and feel well-prepared for kindergarten.
Parent feedback for M.A.W. Children's Centers is sharply divided, with one reviewer highlighting patient teachers and enriching activities, while others report serious concerns regarding staff competence, safety, and management behavior. Specific complaints include inadequate supervision leading to unaddressed bullying, management aggression, and teachers engaging in unsafe practices such as unsupervised kitchen access and excessive phone use.
Parent feedback for M A W CHILDREN'S CTR is sharply divided, with one reviewer highlighting patient teachers and valuable play opportunities, while others report severe management failures and safety concerns. Critics allege that staff are inadequately trained and fail to supervise children, leading to unchecked bullying and dangerous practices like unsupervised kitchen access. Additionally, specific management and teaching staff are described as unprofessional, distracted by personal activities, and exhibiting volatile behavior.
One parent describes the facility as clean with a nice gym, though they note that lap swimming hours are inconvenient for working members. Another review simply highlights that the staff are good employees.
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