Best Daycare Centers in Napa, CA
Compare 38 daycare centers in Napa. Average rating: 4.29/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Napa, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 38
- Avg rating
- 4.29/5
- Parent reviews
- 127
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 11
Napa has 38 licensed daycares with 127 parent reviews averaging 4.29/5.11 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94558 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 27 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Napa
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.
- 1Napa Valley Cooperative Nursery School4.64 score5(9)
650 Randolph Street, Napa, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 24 children
Napa Valley Cooperative Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who praise the play-based learning approach, inclusive environment, and strong community atmosphere. Parents highlight teacher Adrienne's attentiveness and the school's emphasis on child-led exploration and development. The cooperative model allowing active parent involvement is particularly valued by families.
play-based curriculumchild-led learninginclusive and welcoming environmentattentive and empathetic teacher - 2A Place Of My Own4.58 score5(7)
2590 First Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children
A Place of My Own is a highly-regarded center-based preschool in Napa with universally positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teaching staff, welcoming facility with good outdoor space, and play-based curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The program is noted as affordable, family-friendly, and features strong staff retention and transparent governance.
Caring and experienced staffstrong staff retentionclean and inviting facilitywell-designed classrooms - 3Nvc Child And Family-Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
The reviews provided appear to be for Napa Valley Community College, not the NVC Child and Family-Preschool daycare center. The reviews discuss college experiences rather than childcare services, making them unsuitable for evaluating this daycare facility.
Unable to assess - reviews are for a community collegenot a daycare - 4Nvc Child And Family-Infant4.56 score4.7(20)
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
These reviews do not pertain to a daycare facility. The reviews are about Napa Valley Community College, not NVC Child and Family-Infant daycare center. No valid parent reviews about the daycare's services, care quality, or staff interactions with children are available.
None applicable - reviews are for a collegenot a daycare - 5First Christian Preschool4.27 score4.4(10)
2659 First Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
These reviews are not about the daycare's educational services or childcare quality. The reviews primarily discuss the affiliated church's worship services, community, and Celebrate Recovery program. Reviews are mixed regarding overall church experience and parking/traffic management.
Welcoming congregationquality sermons and worship servicesCelebrate Recovery support groupcaring family ministry - 6Le Petit Elephant Nursery4.08 score4.1(16)
2645 Laurel Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children
Le Petit Elephant Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the center's organization, attentive staff, and supportive community. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication from leadership and teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, spacious classrooms, large outdoor area, and thoughtful approach to early childhood development.
Organized onboarding processdetail-oriented leadersh - 7Le Petit Elephant Preschool4.08 score4.1(16)
2645 Laurel Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Le Petit Elephant Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the organized, detail-oriented leadership under Miss Milli, caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, outdoor space, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple long-term families credit the school with helping their children thrive academically and socially.
organized onboardingthoughtful leadershipc - 8Children'S Cottage Child Care INC. - Infant3.7 score3.4(5)
1078 East Avenue, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Children's Cottage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing environment, structured curriculum, and dedicated staff. However, one parent reported serious concerns about health protocols, cleanliness, and unprofessional behavior from the director when raising questions about frequent illnesses among children.
Nurturing community atmospherewell-run facilitycaring and dedicated teachersstructured daily schedule - 9Children'S Cottage - Preschool3.7 score3.4(5)
1078 East Avenue, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Children's Cottage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing environment, structured programming, and dedicated staff. However, one parent reported significant concerns about cleanliness, frequent unexplained illness among children, and alleged unprofessional behavior from the director when questioned about these issues.
Nurturing community atmospherewell-run facilityengaged and caring teachersactive founder involvement
Rating Distribution
Based on 22 daycares with Google ratings in Napa
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Napa, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Napa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94558 | 27 | 4.42 | 9 | |
| 94559 | 11 | 3.93 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Napa (12–120 children)
Small
up to 30 children
12
Medium
31–75 children
23
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Napa based on parent reviews
Napa Valley Cooperative Nursery School
650 Randolph Street, Napa, CA
Napa Valley Cooperative Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who praise the play-based learning approach, inclusive environment, and strong community atmosphere. Parents highlight teacher Adrienne's attentiveness and the school's emphasis on child-led exploration and development. The cooperative model allowing active parent involvement is particularly valued by families.
A Place Of My Own
2590 First Street, Napa, CA
A Place of My Own is a highly-regarded center-based preschool in Napa with universally positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teaching staff, welcoming facility with good outdoor space, and play-based curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The program is noted as affordable, family-friendly, and features strong staff retention and transparent governance.
Nvc Child And Family-Preschool
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA
The reviews provided appear to be for Napa Valley Community College, not the NVC Child and Family-Preschool daycare center. The reviews discuss college experiences rather than childcare services, making them unsuitable for evaluating this daycare facility.
Nvc Child And Family-Infant
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA
These reviews do not pertain to a daycare facility. The reviews are about Napa Valley Community College, not NVC Child and Family-Infant daycare center. No valid parent reviews about the daycare's services, care quality, or staff interactions with children are available.
Hopper Creek Montessori School
2141 Second Street, Napa, CA
Parents describe Hopper Creek Montessori School as a warm, enriching environment where staff go above and beyond to support individual children, including those with sensory needs. Reviewers highlight the benefits of a mixed-age setting and a loose Montessori approach that fosters independence and emotional intelligence.
Nature'S Way Montessori
3051 Browns Valley Rd, Napa, CA
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Daycare Centers in Napa, California
There are 38 daycare centers in Napa, 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 Napa have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 22 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.67 stars. Our analysis covers 127 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Napa, 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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One parent highlights the staff as fantastic and notes the program's great structure, fun activities, and safely operated field trips. The reviewer describes finding the center to be a fortunate choice for their daughter.
- Address
- 222 Spring Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 255-9289
A Place of My Own is a highly-regarded center-based preschool in Napa with universally positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teaching staff, welcoming facility with good outdoor space, and play-based curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The program is noted as affordable, family-friendly, and features strong staff retention and transparent governance.
- Address
- 2590 First Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 224-8667
- Address
- Fuller Park Laurel Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 226-6749
- Address
- 2700 Kilburn Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-2436
Parents describe Hopper Creek Montessori School as a warm, enriching environment where staff go above and beyond to support individual children, including those with sensory needs. Reviewers highlight the benefits of a mixed-age setting and a loose Montessori approach that fosters independence and emotional intelligence.
- Address
- 2141 Second Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 252-8775
Napa Valley Cooperative Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who praise the play-based learning approach, inclusive environment, and strong community atmosphere. Parents highlight teacher Adrienne's attentiveness and the school's emphasis on child-led exploration and development. The cooperative model allowing active parent involvement is particularly valued by families.
- Address
- 650 Randolph Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 224-3319
- Address
- 74 Wintun Ct, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-6850
- Address
- 3051 Browns Valley Rd, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 226-5437
- Address
- 1315 Salvador, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 252-9290
The reviews provided appear to be for Napa Valley Community College, not the NVC Child and Family-Preschool daycare center. The reviews discuss college experiences rather than childcare services, making them unsuitable for evaluating this daycare facility.
- Address
- 2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 256-7040
These reviews do not pertain to a daycare facility. The reviews are about Napa Valley Community College, not NVC Child and Family-Infant daycare center. No valid parent reviews about the daycare's services, care quality, or staff interactions with children are available.
- Address
- 2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 256-7040
One parent describes the facility as an awesome place, while another highlights its four decades of community service. However, a single negative review criticizes the management and operations, stating that the way the center is run makes it unacceptable.
- Address
- 2521 Old Sonoma Rd, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 265-2860
These reviews are not about the daycare's educational services or childcare quality. The reviews primarily discuss the affiliated church's worship services, community, and Celebrate Recovery program. Reviews are mixed regarding overall church experience and parking/traffic management.
- Address
- 2659 First Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-7226
Le Petit Elephant Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the center's organization, attentive staff, and supportive community. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication from leadership and teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, spacious classrooms, large outdoor area, and thoughtful approach to early childhood development.
- Address
- 2645 Laurel Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 690-8797
Le Petit Elephant Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the organized, detail-oriented leadership under Miss Milli, caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, outdoor space, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple long-term families credit the school with helping their children thrive academically and socially.
- Address
- 2645 Laurel Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 690-8797
One parent highlights the location's suitability for community events, while another notes that the program is not very good with special needs children.
- Address
- 1333 Third Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 224-8941
One parent criticizes the center for allegedly violating constitutional rights, accusing staff of misinterpreting speech and maintaining incomplete records. The review highlights a desire for staff who respect biological parents' rights and provide guidance rather than judgment.
- Address
- 2751 Napa Valley, Corp Bldg B, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 287-8326
Children's Cottage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing environment, structured curriculum, and dedicated staff. However, one parent reported serious concerns about health protocols, cleanliness, and unprofessional behavior from the director when raising questions about frequent illnesses among children.
- Address
- 1078 East Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 224-3825
Children's Cottage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing environment, structured programming, and dedicated staff. However, one parent reported significant concerns about cleanliness, frequent unexplained illness among children, and alleged unprofessional behavior from the director when questioned about these issues.
- Address
- 1078 East Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 224-3825
- Address
- 70 Calavaras Court, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-1303
- Address
- 2097 Imola Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-6882
One parent highlights consistent, supportive staff and timely communication, while others report serious concerns regarding legal compliance and inadequate supervision. Specific complaints include a director refusing court orders and children being left outside with minimal interaction or supervision. The facility is also described as lacking educational value despite taking on more customers.
- Address
- 1029 Matt Drive, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 252-1508
- Address
- 3521 Linda Vista Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 226-7970
- Address
- 1510 Myrtle Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-6173
- Address
- 3261 Vichy Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 254-7799
- Address
- 605 Hunt Street, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 257-2273
- Address
- 1551 Myrtle Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 224-8955
- Address
- 4149 Linda Vista Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 815-4355
- Address
- 29 Winestone Court, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 266-1596
- Address
- 3580 Beckworth Drive, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 259-5929
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