Best Daycare Centers in Long Beach, CA
Compare 137 daycare centers in Long Beach. Average rating: 4.51/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Long Beach, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 137
- Avg rating
- 4.51/5
- Parent reviews
- 370
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 45
Long Beach has 137 licensed daycares with 370 parent reviews averaging 4.51/5.45 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 65% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 90804 (avg 4.88 stars), while 90805 has the largest selection (31 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Long Beach
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.
- 1Nature'S Edge Child Development Center4.67 score5(10)
2700 East 7th Street, Long Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Nature's Edge Child Development Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative staff and hands-on learning approach. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children and appreciate the strong communication, clean facilities, and balanced indoor/outdoor activities.
Caring and dedicated staffcreative hands-on learningstrong teacher-parent communicationclean facilities - 2Bethany Lutheran Church Preschool4.64 score4.8(20)
4644 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children
Bethany Lutheran Church Preschool receives consistently high ratings from parents and alumni who praise the school's positive impact on child development and personal growth. Parents highlight the caring faculty, welcoming community atmosphere, and strong Christian foundation that helps shy or introverted children build confidence and social skills. Multiple long-term alumni credit the school with providing a solid life foundation that has positively influenced them into adulthood.
Supportive and mentoring facultyhelps shy/introverted children develop confidencestrong friendships formedwelcoming community - 3Dorothy Ahrens Nursery School4.62 score5(8)
4960 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 63 children
Dorothy Ahrens Nursery School receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the safe, caring environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and learning effectively, with many citing long-term family loyalty spanning decades.
Safe environmentcaring and friendly staffchildren happy and well-cared foreffective learning - 4Kidz First Academy4.62 score5(8)
5253 Los Coyotes Diagonal, Long Beach, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 85 children
Parents consistently praise Kidz First Academy for its caring, loving staff who are deeply invested in each child's growth and development. The school offers a well-balanced, intentional curriculum combining education and play, with thoughtful classroom and playground design. Families report their children thrived socially, emotionally, and academically during their time here.
Warm and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsintentional and well-organized curriculumbalanced learning and play activities - 5Bethany Pre-School4.55 score5(6)
2244 Clark Avenue, Long Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children
Parents consistently praise Bethany Pre-School for its dedicated staff, strong academics, and nurturing environment. Students report being well-prepared for future educational levels, with positive long-term outcomes. Families appreciate the diverse student body, small class sizes, and welcoming community.
Excellent and kind staffstrong academic preparationsmall classroom sizes with good teacher-to-student ratiodiverse student body - 6Giant Steps Childrens Center4.51 score4.7(13)
6951 Obispo Ave., Long Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Parents consistently praise Launch Pad Learning (operated at Giant Steps location) for caring, attentive teachers who genuinely invest in child development. The center offers a strong academic curriculum, diverse activities, and meals included, with parents noting significant developmental milestones achieved under their care.
Caring and attentive teachersstrong academic focusmeals providedpotty training support - 7Forest Language Preschool4.5 score5(5)
2935 East Spaulding, Long Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Forest Language Preschool is a small, highly-rated center-based preschool in Long Beach offering Spanish and French language immersion. Parents consistently praise the caring and communicative teachers, smooth transitions for young children, and strong language development outcomes.
Language immersion programs (Spanish and French)caring and patient teacherssmall class sizesoutdoor play area with equipment - 8Un Mundo De Amigos Preschool4.49 score4.9(6)
1480 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Un Mundo de Amigos Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for caring and communicative staff, academic instruction, and support for shy or anxious children. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, organized activities, book club program, parental resources, and the transformation they see in their children's confidence and enthusiasm for learning.
Attentive and caring staffexcellent communication via appacadem - 9Barbara And Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center4.48 score4.6(20)
3801 East Willow Avenue, Long Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 210 children
Parents consistently praise the Barbara and Ray Alpert JCC's Early Childhood Education program as the best preschool in Long Beach, highlighting warm and caring staff who treat children like family. The facility offers excellent amenities including a newly renovated pool, flexible scheduling, and strong community programming. Families appreciate the child-led learning philosophy, inclusive Jewish cultural integration, and numerous extracurricular activities.
Caring a - 10Creative Arts4.4 score4.8(5)
1423 Walnut Ave, Long Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children
Creative Arts Preschool in Long Beach receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and positive learning environment. Parents report that their children are thriving academically and emotionally, with individualized instruction and early literacy success. The center is noted as Black-owned and conveniently located for local families.
kind and well-trained staffindividualized learning based on child's needsteaches reading and early literacy skillspositive and progressive atmosphere
Rating Distribution
Based on 69 daycares with Google ratings in Long Beach
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 370 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Long Beach, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Long Beach zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90804 | 5 | 4.88 | 4 | |
| 90814 | 6 | 4.87 | 3 | |
| 90803 | 5 | 4.7 | 2 | |
| 90805 | 31 | 4.69 | 9 | |
| 90815 | 20 | 4.56 | 9 | |
| 90807 | 10 | 4.55 | 4 | |
| 90808 | 13 | 4.53 | 7 | |
| 90806 | 11 | 4.35 | 3 | |
| 90813 | 15 | 4.23 | 3 | |
| 90802 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Long Beach (12–210 children)
Small
up to 30 children
29
Medium
31–75 children
79
Large
76–150 children
28
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Long Beach based on parent reviews
Nature'S Edge Child Development Center
2700 East 7th Street, Long Beach, CA
Nature's Edge Child Development Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative staff and hands-on learning approach. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children and appreciate the strong communication, clean facilities, and balanced indoor/outdoor activities.
Bethany Lutheran Church Preschool
4644 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA
Bethany Lutheran Church Preschool receives consistently high ratings from parents and alumni who praise the school's positive impact on child development and personal growth. Parents highlight the caring faculty, welcoming community atmosphere, and strong Christian foundation that helps shy or introverted children build confidence and social skills. Multiple long-term alumni credit the school with providing a solid life foundation that has positively influenced them into adulthood.
Dorothy Ahrens Nursery School
4960 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA
Dorothy Ahrens Nursery School receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the safe, caring environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and learning effectively, with many citing long-term family loyalty spanning decades.
Kidz First Academy
5253 Los Coyotes Diagonal, Long Beach, CA
Parents consistently praise Kidz First Academy for its caring, loving staff who are deeply invested in each child's growth and development. The school offers a well-balanced, intentional curriculum combining education and play, with thoughtful classroom and playground design. Families report their children thrived socially, emotionally, and academically during their time here.
Bethany Pre-School
2244 Clark Avenue, Long Beach, CA
Parents consistently praise Bethany Pre-School for its dedicated staff, strong academics, and nurturing environment. Students report being well-prepared for future educational levels, with positive long-term outcomes. Families appreciate the diverse student body, small class sizes, and welcoming community.
Giant Steps Childrens Center
6951 Obispo Ave., Long Beach, CA
Parents consistently praise Launch Pad Learning (operated at Giant Steps location) for caring, attentive teachers who genuinely invest in child development. The center offers a strong academic curriculum, diverse activities, and meals included, with parents noting significant developmental milestones achieved under their care.
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Daycare Centers in Long Beach, California
This directory highlights 137 childcare facilities in Long Beach, offering a wide variety of options for families seeking care in the area. Parents frequently highlight the welcoming community atmosphere and safe environments as key reasons for choosing these centers. For those prioritizing high satisfaction, the 90804 zip code stands out with an exceptional average rating across its local facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Long Beach have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 across 69 rated facilities, with 65% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 370 parent reviews. Parents in Long Beach most frequently praise daycares for friendly staff, safe environment, and welcoming community.
When choosing a daycare in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach
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One parent describes a highly negative experience involving neglect, poor hygiene, and rude staff, while another review offers brief praise for the staff. The facility is criticized for allowing sick children, ignoring basic safety protocols, and providing inadequate care regarding health and nutrition.
- Address
- 2565 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 427-3713
Long Beach Center for Child Development receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the play-based learning approach, skilled and caring staff, and social-emotional development focus. The program offers affordable rates, includes meals, maintains high teacher-child ratios, and operates extended hours (7am-5:30pm). One parent expressed concern about staff engagement.
- Address
- 622 Hill Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 599-0633
Long Beach City College CDC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the play-based learning approach, skilled and caring staff, and child-centered philosophy. The program follows high teacher-child ratios, offers affordable rates with meals included, and operates convenient hours (7am-5:30pm). One negative review contradicts the majority, citing staff indifference.
- Address
- 4630 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 938-4253
Parents highlight the school's warm staff and encouraging learning environment that supports individual pacing, though one family notes a recent policy change preventing free day-swapping for shift workers. Another parent reports being denied enrollment after an initial tour due to their child's developmental diagnosis, alleging discriminatory practices despite prior assurances.
- Address
- 5454 Atherton Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 494-3777
One parent highlights the warm staff and encouraging environment, while another appreciates the quality of education but notes a recent policy change requiring extra fees for swapping class days. A third review alleges discriminatory denial of enrollment for a child with developmental delays despite prior reassurance.
- Address
- 3908 Woodruff Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 377-3450
Feedback for Little Sunshine House at Linden is mixed, with some parents praising the engaging environment and teachers while others report concerning safety and supervision issues. One reviewer highlights their child's eagerness and growth, whereas another describes a disturbing incident involving yelling and children left in the sun, leading to immediate withdrawal.
- Address
- 525 E. 7th St., Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 435-1300
While one parent highlights a child's eagerness and significant growth in a rich, focused environment, another reports a distressing experience involving staff yelling and children being exposed to harsh sun. The few reviews present conflicting views on the center's quality and safety standards.
- Address
- 1814 E. 7th Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 209-4406
The YMCA GLB Fairfield Family Site receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the welcoming environment, friendly staff, quality swimming instruction, and diverse programming for families. However, several negative experiences involve staff unprofessionalism, inconsistent information provided to members, scheduling limitations, high pricing relative to facility size, and camp supervision concerns.
- Address
- 4949 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 423-0491
One parent reports that teachers are rude to their child, while another expresses anger without specifying details and a third mentions their son attending the school. A third review criticizes the food quality and overall atmosphere, urging other parents not to enroll their children.
- Address
- 2240 Baltic Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 427-0833
One parent highlights the center as a good learning environment with friendly staff, while another reports a negative experience involving alleged racial favoritism in the enrollment process. The latter reviewer claims their child was denied a spot despite completing paperwork, citing unequal treatment compared to other families.
- Address
- 495 E. Plymouth Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 422-1775
- Address
- 404 Newport Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 439-5222
- Address
- 855 East 5th St., Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 432-5946
- Address
- 1130 Marshall Pl, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 988-8481
- Address
- 1755 West 32nd Way, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 426-7028
- Address
- 565 E. Hill Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 595-9465
- Address
- 370 Junipero Ave, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 439-9679
- Address
- 1720 Bellflower, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 596-3394
- Address
- 5537 The Toledo, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 230-7651
- Address
- 5021 Centralia St., Rm#311/Cafe, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 254-3873
- Address
- 515 West San Antonio Drive, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 279-1700
- Address
- 2301 Ximeno Ave, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 494-4641
- Address
- 2350 Ximeno Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 498-2431
- Address
- 640 W. 7th Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 437-6114
- Address
- One World Trade Ctr, Ste 199, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 437-7498
- Address
- 930 Elm Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 570-8080
- Address
- 730 W. 3rd Street Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 590-0904
- Address
- 6125 Coke Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 602-6909
- Address
- 625 Maine Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 590-8481
- Address
- 2240 Baltic Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (213) 424-8720
- Address
- 710 W. Spring Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 426-6314
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