Best Daycare Centers in Los Angeles, CA
Compare 693 daycare centers in Los Angeles. Average rating: 4.39/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Los Angeles, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 693
- Avg rating
- 4.39/5
- Parent reviews
- 2,408
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 220
Los Angeles has 693 licensed daycares with 2,408 parent reviews averaging 4.39/5.220 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 58% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 90063 (avg 5 stars), while 90034 has the largest selection (19 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Los Angeles
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.
- 1Building Blocks Christian Academy4.75 score5(15)
3734 Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
Building Blocks Christian Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers, faith-based curriculum, and exceptional facilities—particularly the large outdoor space. Parents report their children show enthusiasm for attending, make significant academic and social-emotional progress, and feel safe and loved.
Experienced and caring teachersfaith-based education with emphasis on values and character developmentlarge outdoor play spaceclean facilities - 2Hollywood Preschool Kindergarten4.75 score5(15)
1313 N. Edgemont Street, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children
Hollywood Preschool & Kindergarten receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for elementary school and joy in attending daily.
Caring and nurturing teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentiondevelopmentally appropriate activitiessafe and clean environment - 3Los Feliz Nursery School4.74 score5(14)
3401 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 28 children
Los Feliz Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise its co-op model, strong community, and focus on social-emotional learning. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, welcoming environment, and lasting friendships formed through the school. Children show significant developmental growth and are well-prepared for elementary school.
Co-op model with affordable tuitionstrong parent communityexperienced and caring teacherssocial-emotional learning focus - 4Young Ye Nursery School INC.4.72 score5(13)
851 S. Wilton Place, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Young Ye Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and eager to attend daily. The school is commended for its bilingual Korean-to-English curriculum, on-site nutritious meals, cleanliness, and strong family communication.
Caring and kind teacherswarm nurturing environmentexperienced and passionate staffbilingual curriculum (Korean to English) - 5Le Petit Gan4.72 score4.9(20)
1071 South Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children
Le Petit Gan is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Los Angeles with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, multilingual environment, and focus on child development and safety. Children show significant growth in language skills, social development, and enthusiasm for attending school.
Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum preparation for kindergartenmultilingual instruction (FrenchHebrew - 6John Tracy Clinic4.72 score4.9(20)
806 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Parents consistently praise John Tracy Clinic for exceptional staff professionalism, patience with children, and comprehensive audiological services. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with minimal wait times and thorough post-appointment communication. Multiple reviewers highlight the clinic's specialized approach to serving deaf and hard-of-hearing children and families.
Friendly and patient staffclean and beautiful facilityquick appointment timesfree parking - 7Got Game Sports4.72 score4.9(20)
408 Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Got Game Sports is a highly-rated sports camp and after-school program in Los Angeles with perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the enthusiastic, attentive coaches, well-organized activities, field trips, and the program's ability to make children feel safe and excited to attend. The facility is noted as affordable compared to other LA camps and creates a strong sense of community among participants.
Excellent coaches who are warm and attentiveengaging and well-organized programschildren excited and eager to attendsafe environment - 8Creative Mind Preschool4.71 score5(12)
5262 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Creative Mind Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and supportive community environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and behavioral areas. The school is noted for excellent communication, enriching programs, and creating a safe, happy space where children thrive.
Dedicated and loving teachersstrong communication and incident reportingvar - 9Montessori Preschool4.71 score5(12)
4024 Wade Street, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents consistently praise Montessori Preschool for its caring staff, thoughtfully designed Montessori curriculum, and nurturing environment that supports both academic and social development. Children show significant growth in reading, math, confidence, and social skills during their time at the school. Multiple parents highlight the director Ms. Virginia's attentiveness and communication, making them feel confident leaving their children in her care.
Knowledgeable and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with balanced play-based learningattentive teachers who track individual progresswelcoming and nurturing environment - 10Kycc Children'S Center4.67 score5(10)
1140 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
KYCC Children's Center (also referred to as Kids Town in reviews) is a highly-rated preschool offering a trilingual program in English, Korean, and Spanish with a play-based curriculum. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and knowledgeable teaching staff, affordable pricing, and strong focus on social-emotional learning. The school serves children ages 2-5 and is noted for creating a nurturing, diverse community where children thrive academically and socially.
Rating Distribution
Based on 379 daycares with Google ratings in Los Angeles
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 2,408 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Los Angeles, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Los Angeles zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90063 | 8 | 5 | 1 | |
| 90049 | 11 | 4.82 | 5 | |
| 90029 | 7 | 4.82 | 5 | |
| 90026 | 14 | 4.82 | 9 | |
| 90025 | 10 | 4.8 | 4 | |
| 90064 | 10 | 4.78 | 4 | |
| 90034 | 19 | 4.78 | 10 | |
| 90022 | 18 | 4.78 | 5 | |
| 90066 | 18 | 4.71 | 8 | |
| 90005 | 11 | 4.71 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Los Angeles (9–415 children)
Small
up to 30 children
216
Medium
31–75 children
316
Large
76–150 children
129
Very Large
150+ children
32
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Los Angeles based on parent reviews
Building Blocks Christian Academy
3734 Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Building Blocks Christian Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers, faith-based curriculum, and exceptional facilities—particularly the large outdoor space. Parents report their children show enthusiasm for attending, make significant academic and social-emotional progress, and feel safe and loved.
Hollywood Preschool Kindergarten
1313 N. Edgemont Street, Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood Preschool & Kindergarten receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for elementary school and joy in attending daily.
Los Feliz Nursery School
3401 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Los Feliz Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise its co-op model, strong community, and focus on social-emotional learning. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, welcoming environment, and lasting friendships formed through the school. Children show significant developmental growth and are well-prepared for elementary school.
Young Ye Nursery School INC.
851 S. Wilton Place, Los Angeles, CA
Young Ye Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and eager to attend daily. The school is commended for its bilingual Korean-to-English curriculum, on-site nutritious meals, cleanliness, and strong family communication.
Le Petit Gan
1071 South Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Le Petit Gan is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Los Angeles with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, multilingual environment, and focus on child development and safety. Children show significant growth in language skills, social development, and enthusiasm for attending school.
John Tracy Clinic
806 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Parents consistently praise John Tracy Clinic for exceptional staff professionalism, patience with children, and comprehensive audiological services. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with minimal wait times and thorough post-appointment communication. Multiple reviewers highlight the clinic's specialized approach to serving deaf and hard-of-hearing children and families.
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Daycare Centers in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles offers a diverse landscape of 693 childcare facilities, ranging from small home-based care to larger institutional centers. Parents frequently highlight clean facilities and safe environments as key reasons their children enjoy attending. For those seeking high-quality options, the 90077 zip code stands out with a perfect average rating across its three listed centers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Los Angeles have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 across 379 rated facilities, with 58% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.76 stars. Our analysis covers 2,408 parent reviews. Parents in Los Angeles most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, clean facilities, and children enjoy attending.
When choosing a daycare in Los Angeles, 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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This appears to be a hospital facility, not a daycare center. The reviews provided are for California Hospital Medical Center's emergency room, maternity, and general medical services, not for their early education program. No reviews of the actual daycare services are available.
- Address
- 1600 S. Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 742-6385
- Address
- 348 South Ave. 18, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 221-1798
A few parents express high appreciation for the educational quality and describe the school as excellent. However, other reviewers report significant issues, citing rude staff and complaints about operating hours that conflict with advertised availability. One parent even describes the facility as a scam due to forced early pickup times.
- Address
- 4304 Rosewood Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 662-8127
ALMA Family Service Preschool Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the aquatic therapy program, staff teamwork, and support for children with intellectual disabilities. A few negative reviews mention staff attitude concerns, though most reviews highlight the facility as excellent and highly recommended.
- Address
- 4701 E. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 881-3799
Good Beginnings Head Start receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with praise for dedicated staff, quality curriculum, nutritious meals, and clean facilities. However, a few parents raise concerns about administrative issues, staffing levels, scheduling inconsistencies, and a serious safety incident.
- Address
- 1839 S. Hoover Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 744-1347
UCLA Bright Horizons Westwood receives nearly universal praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff, comprehensive developmental programming, and a nurturing environment. The facility is noted for transparent parent communication, flexible hours, and strong child outcomes. One negative review contradicts the overwhelming positive feedback from other families.
- Address
- 10861 Weyburn Avenue, #301, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 481-0664
A few parents highlight the center's engaging teachers and principal, noting significant developmental progress for their children. However, one adult reviewer alleges past abuse and claims that previous critical feedback was removed by the facility.
- Address
- 7217 South Mace Place, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 583-1588
UCLA Bright Horizons Westwood receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and comprehensive developmental programs. One negative review alleges poor supervision and unprofessional behavior from a specific teacher, creating a stark contrast to the nine 5-star reviews.
- Address
- 10861 Weyburn Ave, #301, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 481-0664
Sunny West receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, effective potty training support, bilingual instruction, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one parent reported a negative experience involving communication breakdown with staff and director, citing concerns about responsiveness to their child's needs and unprofessional interactions.
- Address
- 1664 West Adams Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 423-6366
Some parents express deep satisfaction with the care and educational value provided, particularly praising staff members like Ms. Ceecee for creating a welcoming environment. However, other reviewers highlight significant operational issues, including unresponsive phone lines and misleading advertising regarding operating hours.
- Address
- 915 E. King Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 846-8700
- Address
- 200-206 W. Martin Luther King, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 231-1329
- Address
- 4782 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 231-6334
One parent describes World of Wisdom as an exemplary program that significantly advanced their child's academic and social development, while another notes the staff's warmth and support for early milestones like potty training. However, a separate review highlights severe issues including unresponsive communication, unprofessional leadership, and concerns regarding hygiene and safety reporting.
- Address
- 4016 W. Slauson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 817-9795
One parent highlights the center's flexibility, comprehensive curriculum, and support for potty training, while another shares a long-term positive experience with the staff. Conversely, other reviewers report negative interactions with office staff and concerns regarding staff experience and labeling of children.
- Address
- 2419 Griffith Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 749-7601
- Address
- 320 Charles Young Drive North, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 825-2900
- Address
- 1536 S. Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 271-6193
- Address
- 430 West Colden Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 777-1233
Parents highlight the engaging environment and highly appreciated teachers, noting that children leave well-prepared for kindergarten. A few reviewers mention their children's positive experiences and significant learning progress while attending.
- Address
- 1505 E. 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 269-6921
- Address
- 3745 Dover Pl., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 665-4165
One parent recalls a highly positive early educational experience with supportive teachers, while another reports a serious safety incident involving a broken arm and subsequent negligence. A separate complaint targets a medical clinic located above the facility, citing rude staff and inappropriate interactions with children, rather than the school itself.
- Address
- 320 E 111'Th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 755-0721
- Address
- 2727 So. La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 932-0181
Reviewers highlight Kinder Circle as a warm, family-oriented Hebrew immersion preschool that fosters bilingual skills and strong community bonds. Parents appreciate the attentive staff, healthy food, and inclusive environment, though no specific drawbacks are cited in the limited feedback.
- Address
- 11827 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (818) 822-3448
- Address
- 1027 W 96th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 777-0920
- Address
- 2114 Pontius Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 445-8993
PAGE Learning Academy Inc. receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, quality of education, and safe environment where children are happy to attend. One parent expressed concern about discipline practices during a Halloween celebration that upset a child.
- Address
- 216 W. Vernon Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 233-7253
- Address
- 401 1/2 S. Berendo St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 381-6080
- Address
- 10620 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 825-2900
- Address
- 2900 Vernon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 645-0672
Spirit Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, comprehensive curriculum, and developmental support. Parents highlight significant academic and social-emotional growth in their children, along with engaging activities, field trips, and strong communication from teachers. The center is noted for accepting children with developmental disabilities and providing therapy services.
- Address
- 4061 West Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 737-2467
One former student recalls a highly positive early educational experience with supportive teachers, while another parent reports a serious incident involving a broken arm and alleged neglect. A third review concerns a separate medical clinic located in the same building, citing rude staff and poor child interaction.
- Address
- 320 E. 111th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 755-0721
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