How do I choose the right daycare in Placerville?

When choosing a daycare in Placerville, 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

What types of daycare are available in Placerville?

Placerville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 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 Centers in Placerville, California (10 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 Placerville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Placerville

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.

First Friends Preschool

4.41 score

4.7(7)

3132 Sheridan Dr., Placerville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

First Friends Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the Montessori curriculum, caring teachers (particularly Ms. Araceli and owner Maggie), and the school's focus on independence and social-emotional development. One negative review raises concerns about teacher authenticity and cleanliness standards.

Montessori curriculumcaring and attentive teachersfocus on independence and life skillsSpanish language instruction

His Kids Christian Preschool

4.15 score

4.3(5)

6189 Mother Lode Dr., Placerville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

His Kids Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, Christian values, and quality curriculum. The owner Cindra and her team are consistently highlighted for their kindness, patience, and individual attention to children. One parent reported a negative experience involving aggressive behavior from the owner after two days.

Kind and patient staffstrong Christian valueschildren well-prepared for kindergartenindividualized attention

Daycare Centers in Placerville, California

There are 10 daycare centers in Placerville, 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 Placerville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 10 all daycares in Placerville, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Placerville, 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

Placerville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 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 Placerville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Placerville 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.

10 Daycare Centers in Placerville, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Placerville

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Country Day Montessori School

First Friends Preschool

His Kids Christian Preschool

Happy Kids Preschool And Day Care - Coloma

El Dorado County Federated Church Preschool

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