27 Daycare Centers in Los Altos, California
Browse all 27 daycare centers in Los Altos, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Los Altos
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.
- 1Mountain View Parent Nursery School4.8 score5(20)
1535 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 48 children
Mountain View Parent Nursery School is a highly-rated play-based preschool where all 10 recent reviews gave perfect 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the warm, dedicated teachers, strong community involvement through parent participation, and thoughtful curriculum that supports children's social-emotional and developmental growth.
Play-based learning environmentwarm and caring teacherslow teacher turnoverdiverse activities (art - 2University Oaks Preschool4.58 score5(7)
858 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children
University Oaks Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the school's warm, nurturing environment and individualized approach to each child's development. Parents consistently highlight the experienced, caring teachers, strong parent-school communication, and balanced curriculum combining play-based learning with academics. The Christian community aspect and sense of belonging are also frequently mentioned as significant strengths.
Individualized attentionexperienced and passionate teacherswarm and nurturing environmentstrong parent communication - 3Los Altos-Mountain View Children'S Corner INC.4.51 score4.7(13)
97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional play-based preschool with a nurturing environment and experienced, dedicated teachers. The school balances developmentally appropriate play with structured learning, emphasizes social-emotional development, and maintains low student-teacher ratios. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, and felt well-prepared for kindergarten.
Experienced and stable teaching staff with 10-20 year tenureplay-based curriculumlow student-teacher ratiosfocus on social-emotional learning - 4Los Altos-Mountain View Children'S Corner INC.4.51 score4.7(13)
1555 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Los Altos-Mountain View Children's Corner is a highly-regarded play-based preschool with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced long-term staff, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that balances free play with structured learning. The school is noted for strong social-emotional focus and excellent preparation for kindergarten.
Experienced teachers with 10-20 year tenureplay-based curriculumlow student-teacher - 5Montecito School4 score4(15)
1468 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise Montecito School as a happy, well-managed facility with caring teachers and excellent student-teacher ratios. The outdoor-focused, play-based curriculum and beautiful campus with animals, outdoor play structures, and activities receive frequent mentions. Children reportedly thrive socially and emotionally, with parents noting their kids look forward to attending.
Caring and responsive teachersexcellent teacher-to-student ratiosoutdoor-focused curriculumbeautiful campus with extensive playground equipment - 6Montecito Preschool4 score4(15)
1468 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Parents consistently praise Montecito Preschool as a happy, well-maintained facility with caring teachers and excellent student-teacher ratios. The outdoor-focused, play-based curriculum with on-campus animals and extensive outdoor spaces is a major highlight, and families appreciate the responsive administration and strong sense of community.
Caring and kind teachersexcellent teacher-student ratiosbeautiful outdoor campus with diverse play structureson-campus animals integrated into curriculum
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Highest rated daycares in Los Altos based on parent reviews
Mountain View Parent Nursery School
1535 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
Mountain View Parent Nursery School is a highly-rated play-based preschool where all 10 recent reviews gave perfect 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the warm, dedicated teachers, strong community involvement through parent participation, and thoughtful curriculum that supports children's social-emotional and developmental growth.
University Oaks Preschool
858 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA
University Oaks Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the school's warm, nurturing environment and individualized approach to each child's development. Parents consistently highlight the experienced, caring teachers, strong parent-school communication, and balanced curriculum combining play-based learning with academics. The Christian community aspect and sense of belonging are also frequently mentioned as significant strengths.
Los Altos-Mountain View Children'S Corner INC.
97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA
Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional play-based preschool with a nurturing environment and experienced, dedicated teachers. The school balances developmentally appropriate play with structured learning, emphasizes social-emotional development, and maintains low student-teacher ratios. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, and felt well-prepared for kindergarten.
Los Altos-Mountain View Children'S Corner INC.
1555 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
Los Altos-Mountain View Children's Corner is a highly-regarded play-based preschool with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced long-term staff, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that balances free play with structured learning. The school is noted for strong social-emotional focus and excellent preparation for kindergarten.
Los Altos Parent Preschool
201 Covington Road, Los Altos, CA
Baby World/Babiesntots LLC
1715 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA
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Daycare Centers in Los Altos, California
There are 27 daycare centers in Los Altos, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Los Altos, 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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University Oaks Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the school's warm, nurturing environment and individualized approach to each child's development. Parents consistently highlight the experienced, caring teachers, strong parent-school communication, and balanced curriculum combining play-based learning with academics. The Christian community aspect and sense of belonging are also frequently mentioned as significant strengths.
- Address
- 858 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 641-0194
- Address
- 201 Covington Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 947-9371
Mountain View Parent Nursery School is a highly-rated play-based preschool where all 10 recent reviews gave perfect 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the warm, dedicated teachers, strong community involvement through parent participation, and thoughtful curriculum that supports children's social-emotional and developmental growth.
- Address
- 1535 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 969-9506
- Address
- 1715 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 988-8627
- Address
- 1715 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 988-8627
Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional play-based preschool with a nurturing environment and experienced, dedicated teachers. The school balances developmentally appropriate play with structured learning, emphasizes social-emotional development, and maintains low student-teacher ratios. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, and felt well-prepared for kindergarten.
- Address
- 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 948-8950
Los Altos-Mountain View Children's Corner is a highly-regarded play-based preschool with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced long-term staff, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that balances free play with structured learning. The school is noted for strong social-emotional focus and excellent preparation for kindergarten.
- Address
- 1555 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 948-8950
- Address
- 460 South El Monte Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 935-2051
Parents consistently praise Montecito School as a happy, well-managed facility with caring teachers and excellent student-teacher ratios. The outdoor-focused, play-based curriculum and beautiful campus with animals, outdoor play structures, and activities receive frequent mentions. Children reportedly thrive socially and emotionally, with parents noting their kids look forward to attending.
- Address
- 1468 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 968-5957
- Address
- 2100 Woods Lane, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 964-4330
- Address
- 2420 North Foothill Blvd., Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (408) 735-9409
Parents consistently praise Montecito Preschool as a happy, well-maintained facility with caring teachers and excellent student-teacher ratios. The outdoor-focused, play-based curriculum with on-campus animals and extensive outdoor spaces is a major highlight, and families appreciate the responsive administration and strong sense of community.
- Address
- 1468 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 968-5957
- Address
- 201 Covington Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 559-1764
- Address
- 11311 Mora Drive, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 209-9400
- Address
- 1501 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 969-6865
- Address
- 1160 St. Joseph Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 965-7169
- Address
- 1840 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 967-3293
- Address
- 550 Almond Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 941-8102
- Address
- 2310 Homestead Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (408) 736-7400
- Address
- 770 Berry Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 968-9052
- Address
- 625 Magdalena Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 948-2907
- Address
- 1175 Altamead Drive, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 967-2783
Note: These reviews are for the church facility itself, not the daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming Methodist congregation, engaging community programs, and warm atmosphere. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings.
- Address
- 655 Magdalena Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 941-5411
- Address
- 1501 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 962-1527
- Address
- 1040 Border Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 948-2121
- Address
- 700 Los Altos Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 917-9300
- Address
- 201 Covington Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 559-7900
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