Best Daycare Centers in Oceanside, CA

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oceanside

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

   First Presbyterian Church Of Oceanside Preschool

   4.8 score

   5(20)

   2001 El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 160 children

   First Presbyterian Church of Oceanside Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing environment, individual attention from teachers, and strong sense of community. Parents highlight their children's developmental progress, the welcoming atmosphere, and the integration of family events throughout the year. Many families appreciate both the educational quality and the religious/spiritual components of the program.

   Caring and attentive teacherschild developmental progress (vocabularysocializationconfidence)
2. 2

   Montessori School Of Oceanside #3 - Infant Center

   4.8 score

   5(20)

   3965 Mission Avenue, Suite 4-5, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

   Royal Montessori School of Oceanside receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and authentic Montessori learning environment. Parents report significant child development gains, strong communication via daily updates, and a warm, family-like community atmosphere. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and offering enriching activities and events.

   Caring and patient staffauthentic Montessori hands-on learning approachobservable child development and academic progressdaily communication with parents via ProCare app
3. 3

   New Venture Christian Preschool

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   4000 Mystra Drive, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

   New Venture Christian Preschool reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere, quality childcare services for ages 0-10, and strong leadership. Parents highlight the uplifting worship experience, friendly staff, and the sense of community and spiritual growth provided by the church and preschool.

   Welcoming and warm staffquality childcare during servicesuplifting worship musicstrong pastoral leadership
4. 4

   New Venture Christian Preschool-Infant

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   4000 Mystra Drive, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

   Reviews praise New Venture Christian Preschool's welcoming and warm staff, uplifting worship services led by Pastor Shawn Mitchell, and quality childcare programs (Venture Island for ages 0-2 and 2-5, Kids World for ages 5-10). Parents appreciate the peaceful church environment, strong biblical teaching, and family-friendly amenities that allow parents to enjoy services while children are cared for.

   Welcoming and warm staffcaring pastorsuplifting music and worshi
5. 5

   A Rising Star Academy Childcare Center INC

   4.45 score

   4.6(15)

   169 Roymar Road, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

   Parents consistently praise A Rising Star Academy for exceptional, loving care and a nurturing environment where children thrive emotionally and academically. Staff members, particularly Ms. Butler and owner Desiree, are highlighted as warm, dedicated, and genuinely invested in each child's wellbeing. Multiple parents report their children are reluctant to leave and experience significant developmental growth.

   Caring and professional staffnurturing environmentsmall class sizes allowing individual attentionclean facility
6. 6

   El Camino Preschool

   4.42 score

   4.6(12)

   2002 California Street, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

   El Camino Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring teachers, outdoor-focused curriculum, and warm family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, making friends, developing social skills and independence, and excited to attend daily. The facility is noted for balancing structured learning with unstructured play time appropriate for preschool ages.

   Caring and attentive teachersoutdoor play areasbalance of learning and playsocial skill development
7. 7

   Creative Learning Center

   4.37 score

   4.6(8)

   420 North El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

   Creative Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term families who praise the staff's genuine care, strong communication, and family-oriented environment. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about child safety, hygiene, and inadequate supervision. The center appears to excel at building community but has at least one documented case of safety and cleanliness issues.

   Caring and friendly staffstrong parent communicationclean facilitytracking app for daily updates
8. 8

   Mottino Family Ymca - Christa Mcauliffe

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   3701 Kelton Drive, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

   Parents consistently praise this YMCA facility for excellent childcare and swim instruction programs. Staff members are noted as well-trained, friendly, and attentive to children's needs. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and offers diverse activities for families.

   Highly trained and welcoming staffexcellent swim lessons for babies and toddlersclean and well-maintained facilitycaring childcare providers
9. 9

   Mottino Family Ymca - Ivey Ranch

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   4275 Via Rancho Road, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

   Parents consistently praise this YMCA facility for its excellent swim instruction, well-trained childcare staff, and clean, well-maintained amenities. The child watch program receives high marks for attentiveness and care, with parents feeling confident leaving their children while they exercise. Staff members are frequently mentioned by name for their friendliness, helpfulness, and genuine connection with families.

   Excellent swim instructorswell-trained childcare
10. 10

    Mottino Family Ymca - Reynolds Elementary

    4.32 score

    4.4(20)

    4575 Douglas Drive, Oceanside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

    Parents consistently praise Mottino Family YMCA for its excellent swim instruction programs, well-trained and friendly staff, clean facilities, and reliable childcare services that allow parents to work out worry-free. Multiple reviewers highlight the quality of individual staff members and the organized, welcoming environment across all programs including camps and fitness classes.

    Highly trained staffexcellent swim instruction for babies and toddlersclean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful front desk and childcare personnel

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