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11 Daycare Centers in North Highlands, California

Browse all 11 daycare centers in North Highlands, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in North Highlands

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
    Ready-Set-Go
    4.23 score
    4.3(16)

    7201 Arutas Drive, North Highlands, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise READY-SET-GO for its dedicated and welcoming staff, particularly front-desk personnel like Stephanie Rutledge. The center is noted for offering enriching programs including music, dance, drama, and sign language classes. Overall satisfaction is high with strong teacher support and frequent school events.

    Friendly and patient staffwelcoming atmospherededicated teachersenrichment programs (music
  2. 2

    3829 Stephen Dr, North Highlands, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise Strizek Park Head Start for its recent renovations and modern facilities. The facility features updated playground equipment, walking trails, spacious grass areas, and inclusive amenities. Reviewers, many of whom have multi-generational connections to the park, report their children enjoy the environment and appreciate the well-maintained, clean grounds.

    Recently renovated playgrounddisabled-friendly equipmentmultiple swing types including baby swingsmusical instruments on play structure
  3. 3

    6331 Watt Avenue, North Highlands, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children

    California Family Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational programs, online daily logs, and child development, with children showing long-term positive impact. However, serious safety and care concerns have been raised, including inadequate supervision, failure to report incidents, and allegations of neglect and inappropriate discipline.

    Caring and attentive staffonline visibility into child's dayeducational curriculumchild development focus

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in North Highlands based on parent reviews

Seta - Hillsdale Avenue Head Start

5(2)

5665 Hillsdale Blvd., North Highlands, CA

Ready-Set-Go

4.3(16)

7201 Arutas Drive, North Highlands, CA

Parents consistently praise READY-SET-GO for its dedicated and welcoming staff, particularly front-desk personnel like Stephanie Rutledge. The center is noted for offering enriching programs including music, dance, drama, and sign language classes. Overall satisfaction is high with strong teacher support and frequent school events.

Friendly and patient staffwelcoming atmospherededicated teachers

Seta - Strizek Park - Head Start

4.1(20)

3829 Stephen Dr, North Highlands, CA

Parents consistently praise Strizek Park Head Start for its recent renovations and modern facilities. The facility features updated playground equipment, walking trails, spacious grass areas, and inclusive amenities. Reviewers, many of whom have multi-generational connections to the park, report their children enjoy the environment and appreciate the well-maintained, clean grounds.

Recently renovated playgrounddisabled-friendly equipmentmultiple swing types including baby swings

California Family Learning Center

4(7)

6331 Watt Avenue, North Highlands, CA

California Family Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational programs, online daily logs, and child development, with children showing long-term positive impact. However, serious safety and care concerns have been raised, including inadequate supervision, failure to report incidents, and allegations of neglect and inappropriate discipline.

Caring and attentive staffonline visibility into child's dayeducational curriculum

Seta - Freedom Park Early Learning Center

3.7(3)

6015 Watt Avenue, #5, North Highlands, CA

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Daycare Centers in North Highlands, California

There are 11 daycare centers in North Highlands, 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 North Highlands, 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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Seta - Hillsdale Avenue Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
5665 Hillsdale Blvd., North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 263-1031
Ready-Set-Go
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise READY-SET-GO for its dedicated and welcoming staff, particularly front-desk personnel like Stephanie Rutledge. The center is noted for offering enriching programs including music, dance, drama, and sign language classes. Overall satisfaction is high with strong teacher support and frequent school events.

Friendly and patient staffwelcoming atmospherededicated teachers
Address
7201 Arutas Drive, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 331-2013
Seta - Strizek Park - Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Parents consistently praise Strizek Park Head Start for its recent renovations and modern facilities. The facility features updated playground equipment, walking trails, spacious grass areas, and inclusive amenities. Reviewers, many of whom have multi-generational connections to the park, report their children enjoy the environment and appreciate the well-maintained, clean grounds.

Recently renovated playgrounddisabled-friendly equipmentmultiple swing types including baby swings
Address
3829 Stephen Dr, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 263-3800
California Family Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

California Family Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational programs, online daily logs, and child development, with children showing long-term positive impact. However, serious safety and care concerns have been raised, including inadequate supervision, failure to report incidents, and allegations of neglect and inappropriate discipline.

Caring and attentive staffonline visibility into child's dayeducational curriculum
Address
6331 Watt Avenue, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 334-3800
Seta - Freedom Park Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
6015 Watt Avenue, #5, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 563-5125
Pacific Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6560 Melrose Drive, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 566-1600
Joyce Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6050 Watt Ave., North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 566-1880
Kohler Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4004 Bruce Way, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 566-1850
Madison Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5241 Harrison Street, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 566-1900
Oakdale Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3708 Myrtle Avenue, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 566-1910
Sierra View Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3638 Bainbridge Drive, North Highlands, CA
Phone
(916) 566-1960

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 all daycares in North Highlands, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in North Highlands, 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
North Highlands offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 North Highlands for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in North Highlands 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.