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37 Daycare Centers in Mountain View, California

Browse all 37 daycare centers in Mountain View, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1

    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
  2. 2

    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
  3. 3

    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
  4. 4

    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
  5. 5

    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
  6. 6
    Windsor Academy LLC.
    4.35 score
    4.7(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
  7. 7

    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
  8. 8

    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
  9. 9

    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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mountain View based on parent reviews

Tiny Einstein Child Development Center

5(20)

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.

Warm and welcoming environmentexperienced and caring teachersbilingual Russian-English program

Children'S Learning Cottage Preschool

5(11)

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.

Loving and knowledg

St Timothy'S Preschool

5(6)

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.

Caring and attentive teachersplay-based emergent curriculumlow teacher-to-student ratio

Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus INC.

4.6(17)

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.

Caring and compassionate teacherspatient with children during transitionsplay-based curriculum

Action Day Nursery-Primary Plus

4.6(17)

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.

Caring and compassionate teacherssmooth transitions between roomspatient staff

Google Children'S Center: The Fields

5(4)

1605 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA

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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.

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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Theuerkauf Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1625 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 526-3500
Children'S Learning Cottage Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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
Address
675 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 564-9906
Google Children'S Center: The Fields
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1605 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 214-9408
Lingli School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
951 Dale Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 386-5614
Tiny Einstein Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 program
Address
827 Independence Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 518-7777
South Bay Gan Torah Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2015 Latham Street, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 390-0100
St Timothy'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 ratio
Address
2094 Grant Road, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 967-4724
Little Acorn Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
1667 Miramonte Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 964-8445
Abracadabra Child Care Centers INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1120 Rose Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 965-0695
Windsor Academy LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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 learning
Address
908 North Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(408) 940-6667
Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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 curriculum
Address
333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 967-3780
Action Day Nursery-Primary Plus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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 staff
Address
333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 967-3780
St. Paul Lutheran Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1075 El Monte Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 969-2696
Hobbledehoy Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2321 Jane Lane, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 968-1155
Mountain View-Los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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
Address
2246 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 704-0725
Little Prodigy Preschool & Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

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 environment
Address
830 El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 966-1219
City Of Mountain View Learning Links
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 259-8500
City Of Mountain View Learning Links
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
260 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 259-8500
Building Kidz Of Mountain View
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

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 facility
Address
250 East Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 967-8000
The Wonder Years Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
92 West El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 938-8386
Ymca Ps @ Landels Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
115 West Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 965-2008
Ymca @ Monta Loma Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
460 Thompson Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 903-0400
Ymca @ Landels Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
115 West Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 965-2008
Ymca @ Castro Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
505 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 526-3591
Ymca @ Huff Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
253 Martens Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 567-9928
Castro Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
505 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 526-3500
German International School Of Silicon Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
310 Easy Street, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 254-0748
Ymca @ Bubb Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
525 Hans Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 965-2922
Oaktree Nursery School III
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2100 University Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 967-7089
Ymca @ Theurakauf Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1625 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 964-1084

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Frequently asked questions

There are 37 all daycares in Mountain View, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Mountain View, 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
Mountain View offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 35 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Mountain View for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mountain View 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.