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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Arroyo Grande, CA

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Arroyo Grande. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Arroyo Grande, California at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Arroyo Grande offers 6 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 93420 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Arroyo Grande

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Arroyo Grande, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Arroyo Grande zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9342010
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Arroyo Grande (16–92 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Arroyo Grande based on parent reviews

Child'S Smile Preschool

5(2)

781 Paul Place, Arroyo Grande, CA

One parent describes the staff as delightful and truly caring, while another highlights the excellent people and the environment as a great place for their child. The center is also noted for offering a multicultural curriculum.

caring staffmulticultural curriculumexcellent people

Village Preschool

5(1)

146 Traffic Way., Arroyo Grande, CA

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Daycare types in Arroyo Grande

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 3

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Arroyo Grande, California

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Arroyo Grande, California, making up 60% of the 10 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 Arroyo Grande have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Arroyo Grande, 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 Arroyo Grande

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Child'S Smile Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the staff as delightful and truly caring, while another highlights the excellent people and the environment as a great place for their child. The center is also noted for offering a multicultural curriculum.

caring staffmulticultural curriculumexcellent people
Address
781 Paul Place, Arroyo Grande, CA
Phone
(805) 481-4814
Village Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
146 Traffic Way., Arroyo Grande, CA
Phone
(805) 474-9208
Peace Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
244 Oak Park, Arroyo Grande, CA
Phone
(805) 489-9644
St. Patrick'S Mercy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 W. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA
Phone
(805) 473-2517
Valley View Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
240 Vernon Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA
Phone
(805) 481-7534
Arroyo Grande United Methodist Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
275 N. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA
Phone
(805) 481-2223

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Arroyo Grande, California, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Arroyo Grande have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Arroyo Grande, 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
Arroyo Grande offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Arroyo Grande for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Arroyo Grande 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.