How do I choose the right daycare in Sonora?

When choosing a daycare in Sonora, 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 Sonora?

Sonora offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Headstart Programs — 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 Sonora, California (12 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 Sonora for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sonora

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.

Amador-Tuolumne Comm.Action-Blue Bell Family Ctr

4.48 score

4.6(20)

18080 Blue Bell East, Sonora, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Amador-Tuolumne Community Action's Blue Bell Family Center is highly regarded as a vital community institution offering multiple services including childcare, housing assistance, emergency support, and Head Start programs. Parents consistently praise the staff for being helpful, responsive, and kind. However, some note difficulties reaching staff by phone or fax.

Quick decision-makingknowledgeable staffhelpful and kind servicewide range of assistance programs (

Columbia College Child Development Center

4.4 score

4.5(20)

11600 Columbia College Dr., Sonora, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

This appears to be reviews for Columbia College, a community college, not a child development center. Reviews praise the supportive faculty, responsive teachers, beautiful campus setting, helpful staff, and valuable support services. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their educational experience.

Supportive and caring teachersresponsive staffbeautiful scenic campushelpful counselors and financial aid office

Safari Learning Preschool & Daycare

4.29 score

4.5(7)

13760 Mono Way, #D, Sonora, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

Safari Learning Preschool & Daycare in Sonora receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. Families praise the caring, attentive staff, educational curriculum with an animal/letter learning focus, transparent communication including live camera access and daily photo updates, and strong bonds formed between teachers and children. Parents report high satisfaction with the school's responsiveness to concerns and inclusive, warm atmosphere.

Attentive and caring

Daycare Centers in Sonora, California

There are 12 daycare centers in Sonora, 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 Sonora, 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 12 all daycares in Sonora, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Sonora, 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

Sonora offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
Headstart Programs — 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 Sonora for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Sonora 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.

12 Daycare Centers in Sonora, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sonora

Top Rated

Amador-Tuolumne Comm.Action-Blue Bell Family Ctr

Columbia College Child Development Center

Safari Learning Preschool & Daycare

Christian Heights Child Care

Kountry Kids Preschool

Kiddie Kollege Christian Pre-School

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