Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Anaheim, CA
Compare 71 child daycare & preschools in Anaheim. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Anaheim, California at a glance
- Programs
- 71
- Avg rating
- 4.4/5
- Parent reviews
- 228
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 16
Anaheim has 71 licensed child daycare & preschools with 228 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.16 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 92801 (avg 4.68 stars), while 92804 has the largest selection (30 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
- 1Little Blessings Preschool Academy4.76 score5(16)
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 - 2Hephatha Lutheran Church Preschool4.58 score5(7)
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 - 3Shining Star Montessori Preschool4.54 score4.7(17)
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 - 4Good News Preschool4.5 score5(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 - 5Apple Tree Preschool4.49 score4.8(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 - 6Anaheim Christian School4.49 score4.8(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 - 7Knott Avenue Christian Church Early Childhood Dev4.4 score4.5(20)
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 - 8Lamb Of God Child Care Centers4.35 score4.7(5)
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 - 9Little Minds Infant Toddler4.33 score4.6(6)
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) - 10Childtime Children'S Center INC.4.24 score4.3(20)
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
Rating Distribution
Based on 30 daycares with Google ratings in Anaheim
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 228 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Anaheim, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Anaheim zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92801 | 11 | 4.68 | 5 | |
| 92807 | 5 | 4.55 | 1 | |
| 92804 | 30 | 4.48 | 6 | |
| 92806 | 14 | 4.25 | 1 | |
| 92805 | 19 | 3.98 | 2 | |
| 92802 | 8 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Anaheim (14–148 children)
Small
up to 30 children
29
Medium
31–75 children
44
Large
76–150 children
15
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Anaheim based on parent reviews
Little Blessings Preschool Academy
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.
Shining Star Montessori Preschool
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.
Good News Preschool
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.
Apple Tree Preschool
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.
Trident Cdc
1800 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA
Reviewers highlight the center's suitability for independent studies and praise the staff for providing excellent care to babies and children. Parents note that the teachers are good with kids and that the children enjoy being there.
Lamb Of God Child Care Centers
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.
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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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Anaheim have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 30 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 228 parent reviews.
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.
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One parent reports a positive experience with a one-year enrollment, highlighting structured lesson plans over passive screen time. The review specifically commends the teaching staff for their quality and engagement. No negative feedback is mentioned in this single review.
- Address
- 900 South Knott Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 826-1353
- Address
- 2219 W Orange Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 535-4312
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.
- Address
- 3330 West Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 722-7133
- Address
- 227 North Magnolia Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 886-2642
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.
- Address
- 1026 S. East Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 336-4242
Reviewers highlight the center's suitability for independent studies and praise the staff for providing excellent care to babies and children. Parents note that the teachers are good with kids and that the children enjoy being there.
- Address
- 1800 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 999-5632
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.
- Address
- 2211 W. Woodley Ave, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 772-1005
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.
- Address
- 2443 E. South Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 772-0331
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.
- Address
- 1239 North Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 312-9493
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.
- Address
- 1035 West La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 603-7388
Parents highlight friendly staff, homemade meals, and strong academic growth, though some report concerning disciplinary issues and a serious safety incident involving abandoned children.
- Address
- 2338 East Wagner Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 284-0706
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.
- Address
- 1000 S. State College, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 772-7225
A few parents highlight the school's diverse programs, including instrument lessons, arts competitions, and field trips, with staff described as nice and pleasant. However, one reviewer notes that while the offerings are good, other districts may provide similar or superior programs.
- Address
- 2000 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-7500
Parents highlight the district's diverse programming, including instrument instruction, the Reflections arts competition, and field trips, while noting a generally pleasant experience. One reviewer expresses satisfaction with the district's offerings, whereas another finds the programs comparable to others without being exceptional.
- Address
- 704 East South Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-7126
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.
- Address
- 1340 West La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-8277
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.
- Address
- 2229 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 774-0883
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.
- Address
- 2229 East Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 774-0883
- Address
- 1108 North Acacia, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 635-8787
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.
- Address
- 130 North Citrus Ranch Road, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-7126
- Address
- 8760 Cerritos Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 821-3520
- Address
- 1401 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 491-9005
- Address
- 2323 W. Orange Avenue, Room 33, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 535-1183
- Address
- 10802 Rustic Lane, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 761-5997
- Address
- 1636 W. Catherine Dr., Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 758-1947
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.
- Address
- 2515 E. South Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 774-5141
- Address
- 1000 South State College, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 772-7225
- Address
- 700 West South Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 956-9611
- Address
- 1051 S. Sunkist Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-8550
- Address
- 1275 E. Broadway Ave, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 502-4163
- Address
- 1123 W. Romneya Dr. K-1, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-8914
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