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71 Child Daycare & Preschools in Anaheim, California

Browse all 71 child daycare & preschools in Anaheim, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Anaheim

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.

  1. 1

    1026 S. East Street, Anaheim, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Little Blessings Preschool Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication through the Brightwheel app. Parents particularly highlight the center's accommodations for children with autism and special needs, as well as the biblical curriculum and structured learning activities. The affordable pricing and responsive ownership under Mrs. Roxanne are also frequently mentioned as standout features.

    Caring and patient staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appclean and modern facilityaffordable pricing
  2. 2

    5900 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 97 children

    Parents consistently praise Hephatha Lutheran Church Preschool for its caring, dedicated teachers and welcoming environment. The facility is noted for its academically advanced curriculum combined with strong emphasis on character development, spiritual growth, and community building. All reviews are highly positive with no criticisms reported.

    caring and dedicated teachersacademically advanced curriculumcharacter development focusspiritual education
  3. 3

    1239 North Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise Shining Star Montessori Preschool for its caring staff, particularly director Mrs. Dayani, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and noticeable developmental progress in children's academic and social skills. The facility is noted for reasonable pricing relative to the area, secure environment, and excellent communication with parents about their child's daily progress.

    Caring and attentive staffDirector Mrs. Dayani highly praisedStrong Montessori curriculum implementationNoticeable academic progress (letters
  4. 4
    Good News Preschool
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    3330 West Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Good News Preschool (also referenced as Anaheim Kids Academy) receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, welcoming facility. Parents highlight the structured learning curriculum, strong communication through their app, and emotional support provided to children. Multiple reviewers report their children adjusted quickly and showed positive social and academic growth.

    caring and professional teacherswarm and welcoming environmentclean facilityspacious colorful classrooms
  5. 5
    Apple Tree Preschool
    4.49 score
    4.8(8)

    2211 W. Woodley Ave, Anaheim, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Apple Tree Preschool in Anaheim receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and loving teachers, strong educational curriculum, and family-like environment. Parents report their children are happy, safe, well-fed, and developmentally prepared for kindergarten.

    Loving and caring teachersstrong educational curriculumdaily activity updatesexcellent playground and classrooms
  6. 6
    Anaheim Christian School
    4.49 score
    4.8(8)

    2930 W. Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    Anaheim Christian School is highly rated for its strong Bible-based teaching and welcoming church community atmosphere. Parents praise the quality of sermons, pastoral leadership, and family-friendly events. Visitors and members consistently highlight the hospitable environment and sense of fellowship.

    Bible-based curriculumquality preachingfriendly and welcoming communitymonthly children's events
  7. 7

    315 South Knott Avenue, Anaheim, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for the church facility itself, not the early childhood development program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, biblical teaching, and diverse congregation. No specific feedback about the daycare program was found.

    Welcoming and friendly staffBible-centered teachingdiverse congregationmultiple programs and activities for various age groups
  8. 8

    2443 E. South Street, Anaheim, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Lamb of God Child Care Centers in Anaheim receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, creative and engaging activities, patient and caring staff, and clean facilities. Multiple parents report their children are happy and have grown significantly while attending.

    Welcoming environmentpatient and loving teacherscreative activities (danceartwork
  9. 9

    1035 West La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Little Minds Infant Toddler in Anaheim receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the clean facility, caring staff, age-appropriate classroom separation, and strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents report their children are thriving academically and socially, with excellent communication and transparency from staff. The facility offers fresh homemade meals, spacious outdoor play areas, and creates a nurturing environment that eases parental concerns about daycare.

    Clean facilitycaring and patient staffage-separated classrooms (infants/crawlers/toddlers)strong teacher ratios (2 teachers per classroom)
  10. 10

    1000 S. State College, Anaheim, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Parents consistently praise Childtime Children's Center in Anaheim for its caring, nurturing staff and strong educational programming. Multiple reviewers highlight the attentiveness of teachers, the warm family-like environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The facility offers extended care options and serves infants through school-age children with individualized attention and structured activities.

    Caring and nurturing staffknowledgeable teachersstrong attention to individual childrenengaging activities and curriculum

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Anaheim based on parent reviews

Little Blessings Preschool Academy

5(16)

1026 S. East Street, Anaheim, CA

Little Blessings Preschool Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication through the Brightwheel app. Parents particularly highlight the center's accommodations for children with autism and special needs, as well as the biblical curriculum and structured learning activities. The affordable pricing and responsive ownership under Mrs. Roxanne are also frequently mentioned as standout features.

Caring and patient staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appclean and modern facility

Shining Star Montessori Preschool

4.7(17)

1239 North Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA

Parents consistently praise Shining Star Montessori Preschool for its caring staff, particularly director Mrs. Dayani, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and noticeable developmental progress in children's academic and social skills. The facility is noted for reasonable pricing relative to the area, secure environment, and excellent communication with parents about their child's daily progress.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Mrs. Dayani highly praisedStrong Montessori curriculum implementation

Good News Preschool

5(5)

3330 West Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, CA

Good News Preschool (also referenced as Anaheim Kids Academy) receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, welcoming facility. Parents highlight the structured learning curriculum, strong communication through their app, and emotional support provided to children. Multiple reviewers report their children adjusted quickly and showed positive social and academic growth.

caring and professional teacherswarm and welcoming environmentclean facility

Apple Tree Preschool

4.8(8)

2211 W. Woodley Ave, Anaheim, CA

Apple Tree Preschool in Anaheim receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and loving teachers, strong educational curriculum, and family-like environment. Parents report their children are happy, safe, well-fed, and developmentally prepared for kindergarten.

Loving and caring teachersstrong educational curriculumdaily activity updates

Trident Cdc

5(3)

1800 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA

Lamb Of God Child Care Centers

4.7(5)

2443 E. South Street, Anaheim, CA

Lamb of God Child Care Centers in Anaheim receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, creative and engaging activities, patient and caring staff, and clean facilities. Multiple parents report their children are happy and have grown significantly while attending.

Welcoming environmentpatient and loving teacherscreative activities (dance

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Anaheim, California

There are 71 child daycare & preschools in Anaheim, California, making up 81% of the 88 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Anaheim, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Anaheim

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Ronda Rae Preschool And Extended Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
900 South Knott Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 826-1353
Big Adventure INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2219 W Orange Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 535-4312
Good News Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Good News Preschool (also referenced as Anaheim Kids Academy) receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, welcoming facility. Parents highlight the structured learning curriculum, strong communication through their app, and emotional support provided to children. Multiple reviewers report their children adjusted quickly and showed positive social and academic growth.

caring and professional teacherswarm and welcoming environmentclean facility
Address
3330 West Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 722-7133
Magnolia Montessori Schools INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
227 North Magnolia Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 886-2642
Little Blessings Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Blessings Preschool Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication through the Brightwheel app. Parents particularly highlight the center's accommodations for children with autism and special needs, as well as the biblical curriculum and structured learning activities. The affordable pricing and responsive ownership under Mrs. Roxanne are also frequently mentioned as standout features.

Caring and patient staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appclean and modern facility
Address
1026 S. East Street, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 336-4242
Trident Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1800 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 999-5632
Apple Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Apple Tree Preschool in Anaheim receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and loving teachers, strong educational curriculum, and family-like environment. Parents report their children are happy, safe, well-fed, and developmentally prepared for kindergarten.

Loving and caring teachersstrong educational curriculumdaily activity updates
Address
2211 W. Woodley Ave, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 772-1005
Lamb Of God Child Care Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Lamb of God Child Care Centers in Anaheim receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, creative and engaging activities, patient and caring staff, and clean facilities. Multiple parents report their children are happy and have grown significantly while attending.

Welcoming environmentpatient and loving teacherscreative activities (dance
Address
2443 E. South Street, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 772-0331
Shining Star Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Shining Star Montessori Preschool for its caring staff, particularly director Mrs. Dayani, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and noticeable developmental progress in children's academic and social skills. The facility is noted for reasonable pricing relative to the area, secure environment, and excellent communication with parents about their child's daily progress.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Mrs. Dayani highly praisedStrong Montessori curriculum implementation
Address
1239 North Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 312-9493
Little Minds Infant Toddler
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Minds Infant Toddler in Anaheim receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the clean facility, caring staff, age-appropriate classroom separation, and strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents report their children are thriving academically and socially, with excellent communication and transparency from staff. The facility offers fresh homemade meals, spacious outdoor play areas, and creates a nurturing environment that eases parental concerns about daycare.

Clean facilitycaring and patient staffage-separated classrooms (infants/crawlers/toddlers)
Address
1035 West La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 603-7388
Apple Tree Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2338 East Wagner Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 284-0706
Childtime Children'S Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Childtime Children's Center in Anaheim for its caring, nurturing staff and strong educational programming. Multiple reviewers highlight the attentiveness of teachers, the warm family-like environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The facility offers extended care options and serves infants through school-age children with individualized attention and structured activities.

Caring and nurturing staffknowledgeable teachersstrong attention to individual children
Address
1000 S. State College, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 772-7225
Anaheim Elementary School District Key
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2000 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 517-7500
Anaheim Elementary School Dist. Vintage Crossings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
704 East South Street, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 517-7126
Little Minds Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Minds Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, educational growth, cleanliness, and accommodations for individual needs. However, a few parents report concerns about inconsistent communication from management, one teacher's tone with children, and low teacher wages.

Accommodating and friendly staffclear communication about child's daily activitiesvery clean environment
Address
1340 West La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 517-8277
Miss Muffet'S Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Miss Muffet's Playhouse receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and understanding staff, particularly mentioning teachers Patricia and Dottie. Parents report their children have thrived during multi-year enrollments at the facility. Two reviews appear unrelated to the daycare's actual operations.

Amazing teacherscaring staffchildren well-treated
Address
2229 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 774-0883
Miss Muffet'S Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Miss Muffet's Playhouse receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, particularly teachers Patricia and Dottie. Parents report their children have thrived during multi-year enrollments. Two reviews appear to be non-serious or unrelated to actual daycare experience.

caring and understanding staffteachers treat children welllong-term enrollment satisfaction
Address
2229 East Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 774-0883
Montessori Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1108 North Acacia, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 635-8787
Anaheim Elementary School District Pradera
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Reviews are mixed with significant inconsistency. Positive reviews praise cleanliness, staff assistance, and pleasant facilities, while negative reviews report aggressive management practices, intimidation of residents, and poor customer service.

Clean facilitieshelpful staff (AlmaJessica
Address
130 North Citrus Ranch Road, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 517-7126
Little Star Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
8760 Cerritos Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 821-3520
Happy Hippo Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7
Address
1401 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 491-9005
Walt Disney School Readiness Room
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2323 W. Orange Avenue, Room 33, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 535-1183
Walter School Readiness
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10802 Rustic Lane, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 761-5997
Chez Grand'Mere Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1636 W. Catherine Dr., Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 758-1947
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Anaheim receives nearly universal praise from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, educational programming, and a family-like environment. One 2-star review raised concerns about management, staff conduct, and activities perceived as inappropriate.

attentive and caring staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong educational programs including bilingual learning
Address
2515 E. South Street, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 774-5141
Childtime Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1000 South State College, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 772-7225
Acdc At Grace Lutheran
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
700 West South Street, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 956-9611
Anaheim Elementary School District Guinn
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1051 S. Sunkist Street, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 517-8550
Anaheim Discovery Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1275 E. Broadway Ave, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 502-4163
Anaheim Elementary School District Henry
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1123 W. Romneya Dr. K-1, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 517-8914

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Frequently asked questions

There are 71 child daycare & preschools daycares in Anaheim, California, out of 88 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Anaheim, 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
Anaheim offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 71 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 10 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 Anaheim for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Anaheim 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.