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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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Volunteers Of America-So. Downey Road Head Start
Headstart Programs

Most parents praise the daycare's staff as caring and nice, with strong appreciation for their community service. However, there are isolated complaints about facility closure times and one unsubstantiated claim about deaths at the location.

caring teachersnice staffgood service to community
Address
475 South Downey Road, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 263-6642
Volunteers Of America-Salazar Park Head Start
Headstart Programs

Reviews praise Salazar Park Head Start as a well-maintained facility with clean grounds, ample recreational amenities, and strong community programming including cultural events and free meals for children. Parents highlight friendly staff, good supervision during daytime hours, and active community engagement through celebrations and classes.

Clean and well-maintained groundsmultiple sports facilities (poolbasketball
Address
3864 Whittier Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 780-7185
Weigand Elementary School Room 6
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10401 Weigand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 567-9606
West Athens Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1110 W.119th Street, Rm 22 & 23, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 756-9114
West Hollywood Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7377 Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 850-3090
Westminster Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4848 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 256-8086
Westside Jewish Community Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5870 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 556-5251
Westwood United Methodist Church Preschool
Church Daycare

Note: The reviews provided are for Westwood United Methodist Church, not specifically for their preschool program. Reviews praise the church as welcoming, inclusive, and community-oriented with engaging worship services and strong pastoral leadership.

Welcoming and inclusive communityprogressive valuesmultiple service format options
Address
10497 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 474-8986
William Mead Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs

William Mead Head Start/State Preschool is a low-income housing community in Los Angeles with mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the clean facilities, safe and quiet environment, and well-maintained grounds. However, one reviewer reported significant issues with resident behavior, parking problems, and lack of child supervision.

Clean facilitiessafe and quiet areawell-maintained grounds
Address
120 Leroy Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 505-7230
Wilshire Boulevard Temple
Church Daycare
Address
3663 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 388-2401
Ymca Of Metropolitan Los Angeles La Downtown Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2916 W. 8th St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 487-6592
Plaza La Roca Verde Cdc-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
702 Gerhart Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 721-2797
Ucla Dept. Of Psychology Fernald Infant Dev.Prog.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
320 No. Charles E. Young Dr., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 206-0633
Trf/Ozzie Goren
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4330 W. Slauson Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 291-9006
The Children'S Collective INC./Mc Alister Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4525 Pinafore St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 481-4423
Shining Path Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11500 Culver Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 821-5333
Cal-Tot Child Care Center-A Serendipity School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
300 S. Springs St., Suite 1016, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 897-2991
Yeshiva Rav Isacsohn Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
636 N. La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 549-3165
Ymca Of Metropolitan Los Angeles La Downtown Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

This YMCA facility receives consistently high praise from reviewers. Parents and members highlight excellent staff competency, clean facilities, diverse class offerings including swim and cycling, and convenient parking. The center is well-organized and provides community services beyond fitness.

Competent and friendly staffclean facilitiesvariety of classes (swimming
Address
2936 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 380-6448
The Children'S Collective INC. Infant Toddler
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
932 W. 85th, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 789-1873
Sony Pictures Entertainment Child Dev. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3845 Clarington Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 244-8400
Union Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
150 S. Burlington Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 483-1345
Volunteers Of America-Sunshine Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
346 E. 36th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 722-1126
Volunteers Of America-Sunol Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
133 N. Sunol Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 980-8570
Volunteers Of America-Humphreys Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
211 N. Humphreys Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 264-2213
Volunteers Of America-Silva Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
153 E. Martin Luther King Jr., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(818) 980-2287
Willowbrook Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12829 So. Jarvis Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 352-4486
Wilshire Boulevard Temple
Church Daycare
Address
11661 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 445-1280
Star - Mar Vista
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3330 Granville Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 391-8634
Para Los Ninos - Family Learning Complex
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1617 E. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 239-6605

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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.