Best Daycare Centers in San Leandro, CA
Compare 33 daycare centers in San Leandro. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
San Leandro, California at a glance
- Daycares
- 33
- Avg rating
- 4.03/5
- Parent reviews
- 109
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 9
San Leandro has 33 licensed daycares with 109 parent reviews averaging 4.03/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 45% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 94579 (avg 4.83 stars), while 94577 has the largest selection (15 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Leandro
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.
- 1Learning Clock Montessori School4.55 score5(6)
13305 Doolittle Dr, San Leandro, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children
Learning Clock Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental outcomes. Parents report their children show improved independence, social skills, academic growth, and genuine enthusiasm for attending school.
Attentive and qualified staffclean facilityMontessori approach promotes independencestrong academic and social development - 2Children'S Montessori Adventure4.51 score4.8(9)
580 Joaquin Ave., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Children's Montessori Adventure is highly regarded by most parents for its rigorous Montessori curriculum, caring staff led by Ms. Lorena, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The program emphasizes independence, emotional regulation, and structured learning with hands-on activities. However, one parent reported their child was asked to leave after struggling to adapt to the strict rules and procedures.
Academically rigorous programcaring and nurturing - 3Bubbly Tots Learning Center4.33 score4.5(10)
963 Manor Blvd., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children
Bubbly Tots Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, skilled teaching staff, strong curriculum, and the director Ms. Soni's accommodating approach. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents consistently report their children love attending. One parent expressed concerns about teacher-parent communication policies and perceived staff-to-child ratios.
Caring and skilled teachersstrong academic curriculum (mathreadingwriting) - 4Cfcs Head Start - San Leandro Adult School4.33 score4.5(10)
1444 Williams St., San Leandro, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 25 children
Reviews are largely positive, with most commenters praising the staff and teachers for being supportive and welcoming. The facility offers affordable educational programs with convenient online enrollment and study options. A few reviews express confusion about location or enrollment procedures.
Supportive and patient teacherswelcoming environmentaffordable compared to other Bay Area schoolsconvenient online enrollment - 5Lots Of Love Child Care Center4.18 score4.3(8)
2000 Washington St., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Lots of Love Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care, attention, and educational outcomes. Parents highlight the nurturing environment and children's academic progress, though a small number of reviewers reported poor phone communication and customer service.
Strong academic progress in reading and writingcaring and attentive staffflexible and understandinghealthy home-cooked meals - 6Live Learn And Laugh Preschool - Site II4.07 score4.1(12)
14871 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Live Learn and Laugh Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly Director Ms. Tyesha), and strong academic and social-emotional development of children. One parent reported a negative experience regarding food/water provision and concerns about award distribution fairness.
Warm and nurturing environmentstrong teacher-student relationshipsacademic preparation for kindergartencultural inclusivity - 7Davis Street Community Center3.78 score3.7(13)
951 Dowling Boulevard, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Davis Street Community Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the organization's extensive community resources, helpful staff, and services. However, several reviewers criticize front desk staff for being rude, dismissive, and unhelpful, which negatively impacts the patient experience.
Comprehensive resources and servicescaring and attentive counselorsnice medical stafffree items and food assistance - 8Stepping Stones Growth Center3.55 score3.1(5)
311 Macarthur Boulevard, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Stepping Stones Growth Center receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise the art programs and note it serves people with disabilities well. However, other parents report significant concerns about staff professionalism, high staff turnover, unprofessional behavior from leadership, and restrictive lunch policies.
Art experiencesaccommodates people with disabilities - 9Cfcs Head Start - Jefferson2.34 score1.3(8)
14432 Bancroft Avenue, San Leandro, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children
Parents report serious safety concerns at this facility, with multiple accounts of children sustaining significant injuries including broken teeth, broken jaw, and facial lacerations while in care. Parents express lack of confidence in supervision and question the adequacy of staff oversight.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 20 daycares with Google ratings in San Leandro
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in San Leandro, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
San Leandro zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94579 | 10 | 4.83 | 4 | |
| 94577 | 15 | 4.09 | 5 | |
| 94578 | 8 | 3.24 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in San Leandro (10–150 children)
Small
up to 30 children
14
Medium
31–75 children
14
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in San Leandro based on parent reviews
Learning Clock Montessori School
13305 Doolittle Dr, San Leandro, CA
Learning Clock Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental outcomes. Parents report their children show improved independence, social skills, academic growth, and genuine enthusiasm for attending school.
Children'S Montessori Adventure
580 Joaquin Ave., San Leandro, CA
Children's Montessori Adventure is highly regarded by most parents for its rigorous Montessori curriculum, caring staff led by Ms. Lorena, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The program emphasizes independence, emotional regulation, and structured learning with hands-on activities. However, one parent reported their child was asked to leave after struggling to adapt to the strict rules and procedures.
Our Future Tots
2060 Marina Blvd., San Leandro, CA
Parents highlight the nurturing environment, structured play-based learning, and strong individual attention provided by the director and staff. Reviewers note significant growth in children's speech, social skills, and kindergarten readiness, along with daily art projects and safe outdoor play. All mentioned parents report high satisfaction with the cleanliness and communication, with no negative feedback provided.
Bubbly Tots Learning Center
963 Manor Blvd., San Leandro, CA
Bubbly Tots Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, skilled teaching staff, strong curriculum, and the director Ms. Soni's accommodating approach. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents consistently report their children love attending. One parent expressed concerns about teacher-parent communication policies and perceived staff-to-child ratios.
Cfcs Head Start - San Leandro Adult School
1444 Williams St., San Leandro, CA
Reviews are largely positive, with most commenters praising the staff and teachers for being supportive and welcoming. The facility offers affordable educational programs with convenient online enrollment and study options. A few reviews express confusion about location or enrollment procedures.
Beth Sholom Preschool
642 Dolores Avenue, San Leandro, CA
One parent highlights the involvement of director Amanda and the effectiveness of teacher Ms. Jeanine, particularly regarding potty training and behavior. A second reviewer simply notes that the teachers are great and their son enjoys the program.
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Daycare Centers in San Leandro, California
There are 33 daycare centers in San Leandro, 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 San Leandro have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 20 rated facilities, with 45% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 109 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in San Leandro, 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 San Leandro
Showing 33 results
- Address
- 451 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 351-4144
- Address
- 16335 E. 14th St, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 481-4526
- Address
- 1190 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 635-5437
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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
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities