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Best Daycare Centers in Richmond, CA

Compare 36 daycare centers in Richmond. Average rating: 3.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Richmond, California at a glance

Daycares
36
Avg rating
3.87/5
Parent reviews
62
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Richmond has 36 licensed daycares with 62 parent reviews averaging 3.87/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 38% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 94801 with 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Richmond

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Richmond, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.74avg rating
28 daycares · 11 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.2avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Richmond zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9480412
4.18
2
9480113
3.2
2
948035
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Richmond (14–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

17

Medium

31–75 children

12

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Richmond based on parent reviews

Brenda'S Kidz Kare

5(2)

227 17th Street, Richmond, CA

Early Childhood Mental Health Program -

5(1)

200 - 24th Street, Richmond, CA

Richmond College Prep Preschool

5(1)

217 South 11th St., Richmond, CA

Contra Costa Co. Head Start - Brookside

5(1)

847 Brookside Drive, Richmond, CA

George Miller Center - Richmond

5(1)

2801 Robert Miller Drive, Richmond, CA

A Little World Montessori School

4.2(3)

324 37th St, Richmond, CA

One parent highlights the school's Montessori curriculum, materials, and spacious classrooms, while another notes the large classrooms and great outdoor play area. A third review praises the wonderful teachers and highly recommends the school for providing a strong educational start.

Montessori curriculumquality materialslarge and spacious classrooms

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Daycare types in Richmond

Child Daycare & Preschools 28Headstart Programs 3Before or After School Daycare 5

Browse by type in Richmond

🎨 Preschools 7🌱 Montessori 4

Daycare Centers in Richmond, California

There are 36 daycare centers in Richmond, 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 Richmond have an average rating of 3.87 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 62 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Richmond, 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 Richmond

Showing 36 results

W.C.C.U.S.D. - Chavez School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
960 - 17th Street, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 412-5081
W.C.C.U.S.D. - Grant School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2400 Downer Avenue, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 232-4736
Ymca Of The East Bay - Richmond Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
485 Lucas Avenue, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 412-5640
Ymca Of The East Bay - 8th Street Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
445 8th Street Cdc, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 848-9092
Small World Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4555 Hilltop Drive, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 222-6059
St. David'S School Pre-Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5613 Garvin Avenue, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 232-1736

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Frequently asked questions

There are 36 all daycares in Richmond, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Richmond have an average Google rating of 3.87 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 38% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Richmond, 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
Richmond offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 28 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Richmond for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Richmond 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.