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38 Daycare Centers in Milpitas, California

Browse all 38 daycare centers in Milpitas, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Milpitas

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
    Hands On Learning Center
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    637 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Hands On Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, safe environment and dedicated teachers who foster children's growth in academics, social skills, and confidence. Parents consistently highlight the warmth and genuine care of the staff, particularly noting improvements in their children's independence, communication, and learning outcomes.

    Warmpatientand caring teachersclean and well-maintained facility
  2. 2
    Genius Kids-Milpitas
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    495 Jacklin Road, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Genius Kids Milpitas receives consistently high praise from parents for its structured, theme-based curriculum that emphasizes academics, public speaking, and creative activities. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated teachers, clean facility, and noticeable developmental growth in their children's confidence, communication, and social skills.

    Well-structured curriculumcaring and patient teachersfocus on public speaking and leadershiparts and crafts activi
  3. 3

    227 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    Rainbow Childhood Development Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the experienced leadership of Director Helen, professional and caring teaching staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and show developmental progress in academics, behavior, and independence. The center offers trilingual education, engaging activities, regular parent communication, and classroom cameras for monitoring.

  4. 4

    1362 S. Main Street, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Stepping Stone World Preschool in Milpitas receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated teachers, clean and safe facilities, quality academics, and enriching activities that prepare children for kindergarten.

    Caring and patient teacherssafe and clean facilitybright classrooms with engaging activitieshealthy food and snacks
  5. 5
    Elan Esprit Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    40 East Carlo Street, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Elan Esprit Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive teachers, comprehensive curriculum, and enriching activities. Parents highlight strong communication, flexible scheduling, extensive outdoor play, and a welcoming, inclusive community environment. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate positive developmental progress.

    Caring and attentive teachersfrequent parent updates and photosdiverse academic curriculumspecial events and performances
  6. 6

    757 East Capitol Avenue, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    The Crossing Early Child Care and Learning Center in Milpitas receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the warm, caring staff who treat children like family, create a loving learning environment, and help children develop academically and socially. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from educational activities, nutritious meals, and celebration-based learning.

    Warm and welcoming teacherschildren love attendingstrong academic learning (numbersletters
  7. 7

    195 North Main Street, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children

    Lil' Explorers Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the small class sizes, attentive teachers, and structured curriculum emphasizing academics. Parents highlight caring staff members (particularly Ms. Seema and Ms. Ratna) who provide individual attention and maintain a balanced mix of learning activities and outdoor play.

    Small class sizespatient and caring teachersindividual attention to each childstrong academics (writing
  8. 8
    Ready Preschool
    4.54 score
    4.7(17)

    430 S Abel Street, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children

    Ready Preschool is a highly-rated bilingual English-Mandarin center in Milpitas with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring and professional teachers, structured curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional development, and visible progress in language, math, and confidence. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and recommended the school to friends.

    Bilingual education (English and Mandarin)caring and patient teachersstrong academic focus (Englishmath
  9. 9

    1905 North Milpitas Boulevard, Milpitas, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    Golden Harvest Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents consistently report strong academic progress, particularly in reading and math, combined with excellent social-emotional development. The school is described as family-run with competitive pricing and a well-rounded Montessori curriculum that balances structured learning with individual attention.

    Caring and dedicated teachersMontessori curriculumstrong reading and math instructionindividualized attention and feedback
  10. 10
    Achieving Stars Academy
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    301 South Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Achieving Stars Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, engaged teachers and strong academic curriculum. Children show enthusiasm for attending, make significant learning gains, and parents appreciate daily activity updates and safe, clean facilities. The school effectively supports language development and prepares children well for kindergarten.

    Caring and professional teachersstrong academic programemphasis on art and literacydaily activity summaries

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Milpitas based on parent reviews

Hands On Learning Center

4.9(20)

637 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA

Hands On Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, safe environment and dedicated teachers who foster children's growth in academics, social skills, and confidence. Parents consistently highlight the warmth and genuine care of the staff, particularly noting improvements in their children's independence, communication, and learning outcomes.

Warmpatientand caring teachers

Genius Kids-Milpitas

4.9(20)

495 Jacklin Road, Milpitas, CA

Genius Kids Milpitas receives consistently high praise from parents for its structured, theme-based curriculum that emphasizes academics, public speaking, and creative activities. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated teachers, clean facility, and noticeable developmental growth in their children's confidence, communication, and social skills.

Well-structured curriculumcaring and patient teachersfocus on public speaking and leadership

Rainbow Childhood Development Center

4.9(20)

227 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA

Rainbow Childhood Development Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the experienced leadership of Director Helen, professional and caring teaching staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and show developmental progress in academics, behavior, and independence. The center offers trilingual education, engaging activities, regular parent communication, and classroom cameras for monitoring.

Stepping Stone World Preschool

5(12)

1362 S. Main Street, Milpitas, CA

Stepping Stone World Preschool in Milpitas receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated teachers, clean and safe facilities, quality academics, and enriching activities that prepare children for kindergarten.

Caring and patient teacherssafe and clean facilitybright classrooms with engaging activities

Elan Esprit Preschool

4.8(20)

40 East Carlo Street, Milpitas, CA

Elan Esprit Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive teachers, comprehensive curriculum, and enriching activities. Parents highlight strong communication, flexible scheduling, extensive outdoor play, and a welcoming, inclusive community environment. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate positive developmental progress.

Caring and attentive teachersfrequent parent updates and photosdiverse academic curriculum

The Crossing Early Child Care And Learning Center

4.9(9)

757 East Capitol Avenue, Milpitas, CA

The Crossing Early Child Care and Learning Center in Milpitas receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the warm, caring staff who treat children like family, create a loving learning environment, and help children develop academically and socially. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from educational activities, nutritious meals, and celebration-based learning.

Warm and welcoming teacherschildren love attendingstrong academic learning (numbers

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Daycare Centers in Milpitas, California

There are 38 daycare centers in Milpitas, 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 Milpitas, 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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Stepping Stone World Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Stepping Stone World Preschool in Milpitas receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated teachers, clean and safe facilities, quality academics, and enriching activities that prepare children for kindergarten.

Caring and patient teacherssafe and clean facilitybright classrooms with engaging activities
Address
1362 S. Main Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 942-1588
Happy Hearts Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
550 North Abel Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(510) 386-7041
Lil' Explorers Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Lil' Explorers Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the small class sizes, attentive teachers, and structured curriculum emphasizing academics. Parents highlight caring staff members (particularly Ms. Seema and Ms. Ratna) who provide individual attention and maintain a balanced mix of learning activities and outdoor play.

Small class sizespatient and caring teachersindividual attention to each child
Address
195 North Main Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 934-1540
Monarch Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1715 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-4840
St. Thomas Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
200 North Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 946-0190
Achieving Stars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Achieving Stars Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, engaged teachers and strong academic curriculum. Children show enthusiasm for attending, make significant learning gains, and parents appreciate daily activity updates and safe, clean facilities. The school effectively supports language development and prepares children well for kindergarten.

Caring and professional teachersstrong academic programemphasis on art and literacy
Address
301 South Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-8802
The Crossing Early Child Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Crossing Early Child Care and Learning Center in Milpitas receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the warm, caring staff who treat children like family, create a loving learning environment, and help children develop academically and socially. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from educational activities, nutritious meals, and celebration-based learning.

Warm and welcoming teacherschildren love attendingstrong academic learning (numbers
Address
757 East Capitol Avenue, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(209) 918-6000
Hands On Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Hands On Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, safe environment and dedicated teachers who foster children's growth in academics, social skills, and confidence. Parents consistently highlight the warmth and genuine care of the staff, particularly noting improvements in their children's independence, communication, and learning outcomes.

Warmpatientand caring teachers
Address
637 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 946-5622
Genius Kids-Milpitas
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Genius Kids Milpitas receives consistently high praise from parents for its structured, theme-based curriculum that emphasizes academics, public speaking, and creative activities. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated teachers, clean facility, and noticeable developmental growth in their children's confidence, communication, and social skills.

Well-structured curriculumcaring and patient teachersfocus on public speaking and leadership
Address
495 Jacklin Road, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 610-4000
Rainbow Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Rainbow Childhood Development Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the experienced leadership of Director Helen, professional and caring teaching staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and show developmental progress in academics, behavior, and independence. The center offers trilingual education, engaging activities, regular parent communication, and classroom cameras for monitoring.

Address
227 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 781-8428
Elan Esprit Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Elan Esprit Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive teachers, comprehensive curriculum, and enriching activities. Parents highlight strong communication, flexible scheduling, extensive outdoor play, and a welcoming, inclusive community environment. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate positive developmental progress.

Caring and attentive teachersfrequent parent updates and photosdiverse academic curriculum
Address
40 East Carlo Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 262-3848
Golden Harvest Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Golden Harvest Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents consistently report strong academic progress, particularly in reading and math, combined with excellent social-emotional development. The school is described as family-run with competitive pricing and a well-rounded Montessori curriculum that balances structured learning with individual attention.

Caring and dedicated teachersMontessori curriculumstrong reading and math instruction
Address
1905 North Milpitas Boulevard, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 719-1686
Milpitas Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.7
Address
1500 Yosemite Drive, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-0991
Ready Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Ready Preschool is a highly-rated bilingual English-Mandarin center in Milpitas with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring and professional teachers, structured curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional development, and visible progress in language, math, and confidence. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and recommended the school to friends.

Bilingual education (English and Mandarin)caring and patient teachersstrong academic focus (English
Address
430 S Abel Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 659-8462
Cisco Family Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
800 Barber Lane, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 853-2196
Day Star Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
215 Dempsey Road, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-1618
Milpitas Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Milpitas Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with consistent praise for caring and patient staff, smooth transitions for new students including non-English speakers, and strong academic and social development. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing environment, thoughtful curriculum, and excellent parent-teacher communication.

Caring and patient staffwelcoming environment for children from different backgroundsbilingual supp
Address
1000 S. Park Victoria Drive, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 945-6530
Main Street Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Building Kidz of Milpitas for its caring, nurturing environment where children are genuinely excited to attend. Teachers, particularly Ms. Sapna and Ms. Rory, are highlighted for their individual attention, patience, and motherly care. The curriculum balances fun activities with early learning concepts, supported by excellent parent communication through daily photo updates.

Caring and dedicated teacherschildren eager to attend schoolw
Address
630 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 772-6661
Global Village Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Global Village Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the Montessori approach, dedicated leadership under Director Ms. Meenal, and caring teachers who support child development. However, one parent reported serious concerns including deposit non-refund, undisclosed safety incidents such as rodents in the kitchen, and lack of documentation for concerning events.

Montessori curriculum and calm environmentDirector Ms. Meenal's organization and availabilityexperienced and nurturing teachers
Address
1146 Jacklin Road, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 480-0402
Crescent Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Parents consistently praise Crescent Montessori for its authentic implementation of Montessori philosophy, dedicated and caring teaching staff, and nurturing environment that supports children's academic, social, and emotional development. Multiple reviewers highlight strong teacher-parent communication, community building, and practical life skills instruction. Children are reported to thrive and enjoy attending school.

Authentic Montessori program implementationc
Address
1651 N. Milpitas Blvd, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-8170
Footsteps Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Footsteps Preschool is a highly-regarded Montessori center where parents report their children thrive academically and socially. Staff members are consistently praised for being patient, kind, and supportive, while the facility is noted for being clean and well-maintained. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, writing, math, and social skills.

Patient and kind teachersclean facilityMontessori curriculum
Address
95 South Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 839-3688
India Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The India Community Center is a multipurpose venue in Milpitas with a 4.1/5 Google rating. Reviews praise its spacious facilities, responsive management, and quality event hosting services. The center serves both the Indian community and broader public with cultural events and gatherings.

Beautiful venue setupample parkingresponsive and helpful management team
Address
525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 934-1130
Global Village Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1247 S. Park Victoria Drive, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 956-8711
Rose Child Development Center - School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
250a Roswell Drive, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 635-2686
Rose Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
250 A Roswell Drive, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 945-5583
Milpitas Parents Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
355 East Dixon Road, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-3950
Sunnyhills Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
356 Dixon Rd, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 945-5577
Little Wing Bilingual Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
451 Los Coches Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 510-8829
St. John The Baptist School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
360 South Abel Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 262-8110
Ymca Pomeroy Milpitas
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1505 Escuela Parkway, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 298-3888

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Frequently asked questions

There are 38 all daycares in Milpitas, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Milpitas, 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
Milpitas offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 31 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Milpitas for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Milpitas 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.