Best Daycare Centers in Mountain View, CA
Compare 37 daycare centers in Mountain View. Average rating: 4.54/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Mountain View, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 37
- Avg rating
- 4.54/5
- Parent reviews
- 165
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 11
Mountain View has 37 licensed daycares with 165 parent reviews averaging 4.54/5.11 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 58% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 94043 (avg 4.75 stars), while 94040 has the largest selection (18 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mountain View
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.
- 1Tiny Einstein Child Development Center4.8 score5(20)
827 Independence Avenue, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Tiny Einstein Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents whose children have attended for varying lengths of time. Parents praise the nurturing environment, bilingual Russian-English curriculum, attentive staff, and the visible joy and confidence their children develop while attending.
Warm and welcoming environmentexperienced and caring teachersbilingual Russian-English programstrong developmental progress - 2Children'S Learning Cottage Preschool4.69 score5(11)
675 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Cottage Preschool for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and caring staff. Director Adela Alvarado and her teachers are frequently highlighted for their knowledge of child development, warmth, and ability to help children thrive emotionally and academically. Children are reported to be excited about attending and show strong growth in independence, social skills, creativity, and language.
Loving and knowledg - 3St Timothy'S Preschool4.55 score5(6)
2094 Grant Road, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children
St Timothy's Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive staff and play-based curriculum. Parents highlight strong social-emotional development, engaging activities, regular photo/video updates, and a low teacher-to-student ratio. The center is described as a nurturing environment that respects each child's individual pace and learning style.
Caring and attentive teachersplay-based emergent curriculumlow teacher-to-student ratioengaging activities (art - 4Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus INC.4.46 score4.6(17)
333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children
Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus in Mountain View receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible hours. One parent reported a serious bullying incident with an initially dismissive response from leadership, though they noted the issue was subsequently resolved.
Caring and compassionate teacherspatient with children during transitionsplay-based curriculumextended hours (7am - 5Action Day Nursery-Primary Plus4.46 score4.6(17)
333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
ACTION DAY NURSERY-PRIMARY PLUS in Mountain View receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible hours (7am-6pm). One parent reported initial safety concerns regarding bullying and inadequate supervision, though they noted senior leadership addressed the issue promptly after escalation.
Caring and compassionate teacherssmooth transitions between roomspatient staffopen commun - 6Windsor Academy LLC.4.35 score4.7(5)
908 North Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children
Windsor Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents highlight significant developmental growth in their children and appreciate the school's community engagement and enrichment activities. One negative review criticizes high costs, frequent closures, and unfavorable contract terms.
Caring and experienced teachersstrong parent communityengaging curriculum balancing academics with play-based learningfield trips and community visitor programs - 7Mountain View-Los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr4.18 score4.3(8)
2246 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
MVLA Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the Montessori curriculum, engaged teaching staff, and supportive learning environment. The school is described as family-run, well-organized with good outdoor facilities, and successful at helping children develop confidence and social skills. One negative review cited concerns about the school's handling of a child with adjustment difficulties.
Quality Montessori curriculumphenomena - 8Little Prodigy Preschool & Daycare Center4.16 score4.2(20)
830 El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children
Little Prodigy Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong developmental outcomes, and warm community environment where children are excited to attend.
caring and nurturing teachersstrong child development and learning outcomeswarm and welcoming environmentengaging and creative activities - 9Building Kidz Of Mountain View3.95 score3.9(5)
250 East Dana Street, Mountain View, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 134 children
Building Kidz of Mountain View receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights caring staff, individualized attention, spacious facilities, and included enrichment activities like yoga and music. However, significant concerns have been raised about security protocols, unreliable check-in systems, inconsistent snack availability, and non-transparent pricing.
Caring and supportive staffindividualized child attentionspacious facilityincluded extracurricular activities (yoga
Rating Distribution
Based on 19 daycares with Google ratings in Mountain View
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Mountain View, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Mountain View zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94043 | 12 | 4.75 | 3 | |
| 94040 | 18 | 4.61 | 8 | |
| 94041 | 5 | 3.9 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Mountain View (16–148 children)
Small
up to 30 children
6
Medium
31–75 children
16
Large
76–150 children
15
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Mountain View based on parent reviews
Tiny Einstein Child Development Center
827 Independence Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Tiny Einstein Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents whose children have attended for varying lengths of time. Parents praise the nurturing environment, bilingual Russian-English curriculum, attentive staff, and the visible joy and confidence their children develop while attending.
Children'S Learning Cottage Preschool
675 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Cottage Preschool for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and caring staff. Director Adela Alvarado and her teachers are frequently highlighted for their knowledge of child development, warmth, and ability to help children thrive emotionally and academically. Children are reported to be excited about attending and show strong growth in independence, social skills, creativity, and language.
St Timothy'S Preschool
2094 Grant Road, Mountain View, CA
St Timothy's Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive staff and play-based curriculum. Parents highlight strong social-emotional development, engaging activities, regular photo/video updates, and a low teacher-to-student ratio. The center is described as a nurturing environment that respects each child's individual pace and learning style.
Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus INC.
333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus in Mountain View receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible hours. One parent reported a serious bullying incident with an initially dismissive response from leadership, though they noted the issue was subsequently resolved.
Action Day Nursery-Primary Plus
333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA
ACTION DAY NURSERY-PRIMARY PLUS in Mountain View receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible hours (7am-6pm). One parent reported initial safety concerns regarding bullying and inadequate supervision, though they noted senior leadership addressed the issue promptly after escalation.
Windsor Academy LLC.
908 North Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Windsor Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents highlight significant developmental growth in their children and appreciate the school's community engagement and enrichment activities. One negative review criticizes high costs, frequent closures, and unfavorable contract terms.
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Daycare Centers in Mountain View, California
There are 37 daycare centers in Mountain View, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Mountain View have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 19 rated facilities, with 58% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.54 stars. Our analysis covers 165 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Mountain View, 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 Mountain View
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- Address
- 1625 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 526-3500
Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Cottage Preschool for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and caring staff. Director Adela Alvarado and her teachers are frequently highlighted for their knowledge of child development, warmth, and ability to help children thrive emotionally and academically. Children are reported to be excited about attending and show strong growth in independence, social skills, creativity, and language.
- Address
- 675 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 564-9906
- Address
- 951 Dale Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 386-5614
Tiny Einstein Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents whose children have attended for varying lengths of time. Parents praise the nurturing environment, bilingual Russian-English curriculum, attentive staff, and the visible joy and confidence their children develop while attending.
- Address
- 827 Independence Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 518-7777
- Address
- 2015 Latham Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 390-0100
St Timothy's Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive staff and play-based curriculum. Parents highlight strong social-emotional development, engaging activities, regular photo/video updates, and a low teacher-to-student ratio. The center is described as a nurturing environment that respects each child's individual pace and learning style.
- Address
- 2094 Grant Road, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 967-4724
Parents highlight the school's long-tenured staff and director, noting a family-oriented atmosphere with low child-to-teacher ratios and spacious facilities. Reviewers appreciate the engaging annual traditions and the genuine care provided to children over multiple years.
- Address
- 1667 Miramonte Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 964-8445
- Address
- 1120 Rose Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 965-0695
Windsor Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents highlight significant developmental growth in their children and appreciate the school's community engagement and enrichment activities. One negative review criticizes high costs, frequent closures, and unfavorable contract terms.
- Address
- 908 North Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (408) 940-6667
Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus in Mountain View receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible hours. One parent reported a serious bullying incident with an initially dismissive response from leadership, though they noted the issue was subsequently resolved.
- Address
- 333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 967-3780
ACTION DAY NURSERY-PRIMARY PLUS in Mountain View receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible hours (7am-6pm). One parent reported initial safety concerns regarding bullying and inadequate supervision, though they noted senior leadership addressed the issue promptly after escalation.
- Address
- 333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 967-3780
One parent describes the preschool as one of the best in the Mountain View area, while another criticizes the loud church band that practices outside and disturbs the neighborhood.
- Address
- 1075 El Monte Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 969-2696
- Address
- 2321 Jane Lane, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 968-1155
MVLA Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the Montessori curriculum, engaged teaching staff, and supportive learning environment. The school is described as family-run, well-organized with good outdoor facilities, and successful at helping children develop confidence and social skills. One negative review cited concerns about the school's handling of a child with adjustment difficulties.
- Address
- 2246 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 704-0725
Little Prodigy Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong developmental outcomes, and warm community environment where children are excited to attend.
- Address
- 830 El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 966-1219
- Address
- 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 259-8500
- Address
- 260 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 259-8500
Building Kidz of Mountain View receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights caring staff, individualized attention, spacious facilities, and included enrichment activities like yoga and music. However, significant concerns have been raised about security protocols, unreliable check-in systems, inconsistent snack availability, and non-transparent pricing.
- Address
- 250 East Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 967-8000
Parents hold sharply divided views on The Wonder Years, with some praising its academic focus and clean facilities while others report severe neglect and unfees. Concerns include staff inattention, unsafe outdoor conditions, and aggressive financial policies, whereas supporters highlight structured learning and popularity. The few reviews so far mention these contrasting experiences without forming a broad consensus.
- Address
- 92 West El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 938-8386
- Address
- 115 West Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 965-2008
- Address
- 460 Thompson Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 903-0400
- Address
- 115 West Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 965-2008
- Address
- 505 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 526-3591
- Address
- 253 Martens Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 567-9928
- Address
- 505 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 526-3500
- Address
- 310 Easy Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 254-0748
- Address
- 525 Hans Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 965-2922
- Address
- 2100 University Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 967-7089
- Address
- 1625 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 964-1084
- Address
- 325 Gladys Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 969-6925
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