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693 Daycare Centers in Los Angeles, California

Browse all 693 daycare centers in Los Angeles, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1

    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
  2. 2

    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
  3. 3

    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
  4. 4

    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)
  5. 5
    Le Petit Gan
    4.72 score
    4.9(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
  6. 6
    John Tracy Clinic
    4.72 score
    4.9(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
  7. 7
    Got Game Sports
    4.72 score
    4.9(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
  8. 8

    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
  9. 9
    Montessori Preschool
    4.71 score
    5(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
  10. 10
    Kycc Children'S Center
    4.67 score
    5(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.

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Los Angeles based on parent reviews

Building Blocks Christian Academy

5(15)

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.

Experienced and caring teachersfaith-based education with emphasis on values and character developmentlarge outdoor play space

Hollywood Preschool Kindergarten

5(15)

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.

Caring and nurturing teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentiondevelopmentally appropriate activities

Los Feliz Nursery School

5(14)

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.

Co-op model with affordable tuitionstrong parent communityexperienced and caring teachers

Young Ye Nursery School INC.

5(13)

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.

Caring and kind teacherswarm nurturing environmentexperienced and passionate staff

Le Petit Gan

4.9(20)

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.

Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum preparation for kindergartenmultilingual instruction (French

John Tracy Clinic

4.9(20)

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.

Friendly and patient staffclean and beautiful facilityquick appointment times

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Daycare Centers in Los Angeles, California

There are 693 daycare centers in Los Angeles, 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 Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

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Cii/Will Moore Head Start
Headstart Programs

No parent reviews of the daycare center itself are available. The reviews provided are for True Nation Israelite Congregation, a church organization, and are not relevant to daycare operations or services.

None applicable to daycare operations
Address
1215 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 385-5100
Cdcla-Chinatown Service Center Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are highly polarized. Some parents report positive experiences with patient, caring teachers who prepared children well for elementary school. However, multiple parents describe serious concerns including rude staff, neglect, inadequate feeding and diaper changes, and physical mishandling of children.

Patient and caring teachersgood preparation for elementary schoolhelpful community resource
Address
521 W. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 617-0705
Cdcla - Tiny Dots Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
100 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 897-0049
Coliseum Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4400 Coliseum Street, Rm. 25, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 294-5244
Come & See Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
184 S. Harvard Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 388-5393
Creative Kid Stop
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1901 Santa Ana Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 567-6543
Early Bird Learning Center Of Los Angeles
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6000 West Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 395-3282
Early Stages Enterprises LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10963 S. Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 382-4852
Culver Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11312 Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 391-6963
Echo Park Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1962 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 666-5227
El Buen Pastor Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12815 S. San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(562) 322-5296
Emunah Hebrew Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1445 S.Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 777-7888
Estrada Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1320 Concord Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(626) 572-5107
Children'S Institute INC. (Infants)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Children's Institute Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reviewers praising the staff's friendliness, helpfulness, and quality care for infants. Parents appreciate the organization, supportive environment, and the facility's ability to help both children and families. One reviewer gave a lower rating based on a brief visit.

Friendly and helpful staffgood child care qualitywell-organized
Address
711 S. New Hampshire Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 385-5100
Fnc Community Development Corporation Daycare Cnt.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1555 W. 108th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 756-2541
Pace - Rising Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
731 Beacon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 353-0300
Barrett Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
419 West 98th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 756-1416
Bright Horizons @ Usc Hsc Child Development Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1435 Playground Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 442-3333
Hooper Avenue Primary Center Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1280 East 52nd Street, Room 7, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 233-5866
Ivy Pre-School & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
939 S. Kingsley Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 365-6688
Jekal Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 E. Rosecrans Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 627-9660
Scotch INC. Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9115 S. Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 756-4680
107th. Street Elementary School Cspp/Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
146 East 107th Street, Room K4, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 756-8137
92nd & Maie Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9200 Maie Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 249-0621
99th Street Elementary School Cspp/Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
9900 S.Wadsworth Ave., Rms 12&13, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 564-2677
Garden Of Progress Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
360 S. Gless St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 264-4039
Gilbert A. Cedillo Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2141 Workman, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 225-9792
Mother Of Sorrows Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8803 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 750-3700
Allesandro Elementary School-St. Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2210 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 661-9321
Estrada Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3225 Hunter Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 224-3800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 693 all daycares in Los Angeles, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Los Angeles, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • 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
Los Angeles offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 554 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 84 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 16 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 39 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in California typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Los Angeles for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Los Angeles must be licensed by California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.