How do I choose the right daycare in Arcadia?

When choosing a daycare in Arcadia, 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 Arcadia?

Arcadia offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 9 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Arcadia, California (19 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 Arcadia for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arcadia

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.

Arcadia Friends Church Preschool

4.55 score

5(6)

5705 Lenore, Arcadia, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

Arcadia Friends Church Preschool receives consistently positive reviews from parents across multiple decades. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, clean facilities, play-based curriculum, and organized activities including special events. The facility has maintained a strong reputation since at least the 1970s.

clean and well-maintained facilitywarm and caring teacherswell-trained staffplay-based curriculum

Creative Child Preschool

4.25 score

4.4(8)

1111 Okoboji, Arcadia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

Creative Child Preschool in Arcadia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children transformed from shy or reluctant to confident and eager learners. The only notable criticism mentioned is poor customer service via phone.

Caring and nurturing teaching staffvibrant and positive environmentenrichment activities (balletM

Creative Child Preschool

4.25 score

4.4(8)

530 West Las Tunas Drive, Arcadia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

Creative Child Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children experience significant social and emotional growth, enjoy coming to school daily, and benefit from a theme-based curriculum with diverse programs like ballet and Mandarin. The school fosters a strong sense of community through events, recitals, and parent engagement.

Caring and nurturing teacherspositive environmentenrichment activities (balletMandarin

Child Daycare & Preschools in Arcadia, California

There are 19 child daycare & preschools in Arcadia, California, making up 61% of the 31 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 Arcadia, 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 19 child daycare & preschools daycares in Arcadia, California, out of 31 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 Arcadia, 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

Arcadia offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities
Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 9 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 Arcadia for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Arcadia 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.

19 Child Daycare & Preschools in Arcadia, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arcadia

Top Rated

All Seasons Children'S Learning Center

Creative Child Preschool

Creative Child Preschool

The Good Shepherd Children'S Center

Starkids Preschool INC.

The Good Shepherd Children'S Center

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