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Best Daycare Centers in Nevada City, CA

Compare 10 daycare centers in Nevada City. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Nevada City, California at a glance

Daycares
10
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Nevada City has 10 licensed daycares with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.65/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 95959 zip code, averaging 4.65 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nevada City

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
    Little Friends Cdc (Ps)
    4.06 score
    4.1(7)

    10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    Little Friends CDC receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, communication, developmental support, and nurturing environment. However, recent concerns have emerged about management issues, frequent closures with short notice, and alleged inappropriate handling of children during play activities.

    Caring and communicative staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental milestone trackingMontessori-based learning
  2. 2
    Little Friends Cdc (Inf)
    4.06 score
    4.1(7)

    10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

    Little Friends CDC receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, developmental approach, and strong teacher-child relationships. However, a few parents express concerns about management issues, frequent closures with short notice, and discipline practices.

    Attentive and communicative staffmilestone tracking and daily reportsMontessori-based activitiesclean and aesthetically pleasing environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Nevada City

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Nevada City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9595910
4.65
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Nevada City (12–63 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Nevada City based on parent reviews

Our Playhouse Too

5(4)

415 Coyote Street, Nevada City, CA

Parents highlight the nurturing environment and reasonable pricing at Our Playhouse Too, noting that staff members like Vida and Mandy provide exceptional communication and flexibility. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful play spaces and the supportive approach to sharing daily milestones, with one noting lasting positive memories.

nurturing experienceimpeccable communicationflexible and accommodating staff

Sonshine Pre-School

5(2)

175 Ridge Rd., Nevada City, CA

Monalee'S Preschool

4.7(1)

11684 Ridge Road, Nevada City, CA

Little Friends Cdc (Ps)

4.1(7)

10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City, CA

Little Friends CDC receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, communication, developmental support, and nurturing environment. However, recent concerns have emerged about management issues, frequent closures with short notice, and alleged inappropriate handling of children during play activities.

Caring and communicative staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental milestone tracking

Little Friends Cdc (Inf)

4.1(7)

10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City, CA

Little Friends CDC receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, developmental approach, and strong teacher-child relationships. However, a few parents express concerns about management issues, frequent closures with short notice, and discipline practices.

Attentive and communicative staffmilestone tracking and daily reportsMontessori-based activities

Nevada City School District Club Preschool

5

800 Hoover Lane H-3 Wing, Nevada City, CA

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Daycare Centers in Nevada City, California

There are 10 daycare centers in Nevada City, 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 Nevada City have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Nevada City, 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 Nevada City

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Our Playhouse Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the nurturing environment and reasonable pricing at Our Playhouse Too, noting that staff members like Vida and Mandy provide exceptional communication and flexibility. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful play spaces and the supportive approach to sharing daily milestones, with one noting lasting positive memories.

nurturing experienceimpeccable communicationflexible and accommodating staff
Address
415 Coyote Street, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 265-3262
Nevada City School District Club Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
800 Hoover Lane H-3 Wing, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 265-1890
Sonshine Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
175 Ridge Rd., Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 265-3291
Monalee'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
11684 Ridge Road, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 265-3422
Little Friends Cdc (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Friends CDC receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, communication, developmental support, and nurturing environment. However, recent concerns have emerged about management issues, frequent closures with short notice, and alleged inappropriate handling of children during play activities.

Caring and communicative staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental milestone tracking
Address
10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 265-9104
Little Friends Cdc (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Friends CDC receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, developmental approach, and strong teacher-child relationships. However, a few parents express concerns about management issues, frequent closures with short notice, and discipline practices.

Attentive and communicative staffmilestone tracking and daily reportsMontessori-based activities
Address
10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 265-9104
Kentucky Flat Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13281 New Town Road, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 272-5459
Little Creek Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
215 Washington Street, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 265-6060
Ananda Living Wisdom School Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14618 Tyler Foote Road, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 478-7640
Terrence K. Mcateer Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 Hoover Lane, Nevada City, CA
Phone
(530) 478-6400

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10 all daycares in Nevada City, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Nevada City have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Nevada City, 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
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 Nevada City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Nevada City 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.