Best Daycare Centers in Redwood City, CA
Compare 44 daycare centers in Redwood City. Average rating: 4.52/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Redwood City, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 44
- Avg rating
- 4.52/5
- Parent reviews
- 130
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 13
Redwood City has 44 licensed daycares with 130 parent reviews averaging 4.52/5.13 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 62% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94061 zip code, averaging 4.97 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Redwood 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.
- 1Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare4.64 score4.8(20)
3560 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 140 children
Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare is a religious facility in Redwood City with excellent community feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming environment, caring staff, and spiritual foundation, though the reviews appear to focus more on the church itself rather than aftercare services specifically.
Welcoming and friendly staffBible-based Christian educationbeautiful facilities with extensive grounds and athletic amenitiescommunity involvement and outreach progra - 2Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Church4.48 score4.6(20)
601 Katherine Street, Redwood City, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 15 children
This is a Catholic parish and school in Redwood City, not a daycare facility. Reviews reflect positive experiences with religious services, community atmosphere, and clergy. The facility offers masses, religious education, and a school program.
Welcoming and warm communitybilingual priestquality education with committed teacherspeaceful spiritual environment - 3Childrens' Creative Learning Centers - Preschool4.4 score4.6(10)
211 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children
CHILDRENS' CREATIVE LEARNING CENTERS - PRESCHOOL in Redwood City receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment. Nearly all reviewers highlight excellent communication from leadership, individual attention to children's development, and well-maintained outdoor facilities. One parent reported concerns about management changes, including unauthorized religious materials a
- 4St. Michael Infant Care Center4.22 score4.3(13)
401 Hudson Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
St. Michael Infant Care Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, knowledgeable staff led by director Mary, intentional developmental approach, and strong community feel. Children show significant growth in academics, emotional intelligence, social skills, and language development.
Warm and loving teachersdirector Mary's leadership and availabilitydevelopmentally-informed curriculumorganic and creative meal options - 5St. Michael Preschool Center4.22 score4.3(13)
401 Hudson Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
St. Michael Preschool Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its intentional, developmentally-informed approach to early childhood education. Parents highlight the warm, loving staff led by director Mary, strong parent-teacher communication, and individualized care for each child. The facility is noted for its high-quality organic food program, emotional intelligence training, and strong sense of community.
Experienced and caring teachersstrong director leadershipindividualized child-centered approachdevelopmentally appropriate activities - 6Sequoia Children'S Center4.2 score4.4(5)
1234 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Sequoia Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the dedicated teachers, strong curriculum, and positive child development outcomes. However, the center has a significant waitlist issue with poor communication about placement status and unclear policies for waitlist management.
Caring and dedicated teachersexcellent curriculum and enrichment activitiesgood child development and learning outcomesage-appropriate toys and materials - 7Marin Day School-Our Place-Smc Emp (Preschool)3.93 score3.9(11)
403 Winslow Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Recent reviews are predominantly positive (7 of 10 five-star ratings), with parents praising warm, attentive staff and engaging curriculum. However, older negative reviews cite management issues, staff quality inconsistencies, and safety concerns during COVID, though recent reviewers note significant improvements under new leadership.
Warm and attentive teachersengaging STEM-focused curriculumexcellent communication with parentsspacious facility with outdoor pl - 8Marin Day School-Our Place-Smc Emp Ccc (Infant)3.93 score3.9(11)
403 Winslow Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Bright Horizons Redwood City receives mostly 5-star reviews praising warm, attentive teachers and engaging curriculum, though several older 1-star reviews cite management issues, COVID safety concerns, and high costs. Parents note significant recent improvements under new leadership. The facility serves infants through preschool-age children.
Warm and attentive teachersengaging STEM-focused curriculumexcellent staff-student communicationspacious facility with o
Rating Distribution
Based on 21 daycares with Google ratings in Redwood City
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Redwood City, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Redwood City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94061 | 14 | 4.97 | 6 | |
| 94063 | 11 | 4.56 | 3 | |
| 94065 | 7 | 4.37 | 2 | |
| 94062 | 12 | 4.17 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Redwood City (15–160 children)
Small
up to 30 children
12
Medium
31–75 children
24
Large
76–150 children
7
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Redwood City based on parent reviews
Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare
3560 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City, CA
Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare is a religious facility in Redwood City with excellent community feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming environment, caring staff, and spiritual foundation, though the reviews appear to focus more on the church itself rather than aftercare services specifically.
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Church
601 Katherine Street, Redwood City, CA
This is a Catholic parish and school in Redwood City, not a daycare facility. Reviews reflect positive experiences with religious services, community atmosphere, and clergy. The facility offers masses, religious education, and a school program.
Childrens' Creative Learning Centers - Preschool
211 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, CA
CHILDRENS' CREATIVE LEARNING CENTERS - PRESCHOOL in Redwood City receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment. Nearly all reviewers highlight excellent communication from leadership, individual attention to children's development, and well-maintained outdoor facilities. One parent reported concerns about management changes, including unauthorized religious materials a
St. Pius Preschool
1100 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA
Multiple parents highlight the school's Montessori-inspired curriculum, experienced teachers, and strong kindergarten preparation as key strengths. Families appreciate the well-maintained facilities, including outdoor spaces and gardens, along with a supportive, community-focused environment.
Open Gate Nursery School
2124 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City, CA
Parents highlight the supportive community and parent education components of this cooperative nursery school, noting that children become independent and comfortable with separation. Families value the lifelong friendships formed among parents and the dedicated staff, describing the environment as practical and comprehensive for both children and adults. While no specific complaints are raised, the cooperative model requires parents to actively participate, which was an unexpected but appreciated aspect for these families.
Kiddie Garden Preschool (School-Age)
1305 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA
One parent highlights the staff's affectionate approach and praises the new preschool director's performance. Another reviewer appreciates the collaborative relationship between the center and parents, describing the environment as a second home.
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Daycare Centers in Redwood City, California
There are 44 daycare centers in Redwood 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 Redwood City have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 21 rated facilities, with 62% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 130 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Redwood 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 Redwood City
Showing 44 results
- Address
- 2950 Fair Oaks Ave. Cdc24&25, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 367-4338
- Address
- 903 10th Avenue, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 482-2854
- Address
- 2434 Mcgarvey Way, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 366-6819
- Address
- 2223 Vera Avenue, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 365-3510
- Address
- 225 Shearwater Parkway, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 610-0715
- Address
- 3790 Red Oak Way, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 365-6117
- Address
- 233 Topaz Street, Rm. 2/3/4, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 367-0180
- Address
- 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 780-7520
- Address
- 250 Shoreline Drive, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 628-2949
- Address
- 1968 Old County Road, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 306-1780
- Address
- 2498 Massachusetts Avenue, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 368-1138
- Address
- 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 780-7520
- Address
- 590 Myrtle Street, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 364-1178
- Address
- 1050 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 594-1100
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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- Child Daycare & Preschools — 38 facilities
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