106 Child Daycare & Preschools in Bakersfield, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bakersfield

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

   Valley Preschool

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   2300 E. Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

   The reviews provided are for Valley Bible Fellowship, a church, not Valley Preschool daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

   None - reviews are for a different organization
2. 2

   Bakersfield Play Center INC

   4.55 score

   5(6)

   1620 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

   Bakersfield Play Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, family-oriented staff and hands-on learning environment. Parents highlight the center's affordability, engaging activities including monthly field trips and classroom pets, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

   Caring and attentive stafffamily-oriented atmospherehands-on parent involvementmonthly field trips
3. 3

   Child Haven

   4.55 score

   5(6)

   5 Real Road, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

   Child Haven Preschool in Bakersfield receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring, professional staff and director Ms. Myetta for creating a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally through play-based and structured learning activities.

   Caring and loving staffprofessional teachersengaging activities and creative playstructured school-like program
4. 4

   Claude W. Richardson C.D.C.

   4.41 score

   4.6(11)

   1515 Feliz Drive, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

   Claude W. Richardson C.D.C. receives consistently high praise from parents and staff. Reviews highlight the caring, welcoming environment where children thrive at their own pace. Parents emphasize strong teacher quality, open communication, and an inclusive culture that celebrates individual differences.

   Amazing and caring staffindividual learning pacestrong teacher quality (Ms. Anna and Ms. Kalyn specifically mentioned)open communication
5. 5

   American Kids University

   4.4 score

   4.5(20)

   3622 Allen Road, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

   American Kids University receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for their dance, swim, cheer, and gymnastics programs. Parents highlight caring instructors, skill development, strong community atmosphere, and a family-like environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and form lasting friendships with peers and staff.

   Passionate and patient instructorsskill development across multiple programsfamily-oriented communitywelcoming environment
6. 6

   Little Country Christian School

   4.37 score

   4.6(8)

   2408 Dean Ave, Bakersfield, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 93 children

   Little Country Christian School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and loving staff, welcoming environment, and Christian-based curriculum. Parents report significant positive behavioral changes in their children and feel comfortable leaving them in the facility's care. One negative review mentions poorly trained staff and poor facility management.

   caring and loving staffwelcoming and safe environmentpatient teachersChristian teachings and Bible memorization
7. 7

   Greenfield Country Pre-School

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   7690 S. Union Avenue, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

   Parents consistently praise Greenfield Country Preschool for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with excellent parent communication.

   Kind and caring teachersindividualized attentionsafe and clean facilitiesstrong kindergarten preparation
8. 8

   Sierra Montessori Children'S Center

   4.28 score

   4.4(12)

   3800 Wible Road, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

   Sierra Montessori Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the Montessori curriculum, academic progress, and caring staff. Children show significant developmental gains in academics, behavior, and social skills within months of enrollment. One reviewer questioned whether the school still follows the Montessori method.

   Academic advancement (readingwritingcounting ahead of kindergarten level)effective potty training and behavior management
9. 9

   Oaks Children'S Center INC.

   4.25 score

   4.5(5)

   10200 Campus Park Drive, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children

   Parents consistently praise OAKS Children's Center for providing a loving, nurturing environment where children thrive emotionally and academically. The center is known for caring and patient staff, strong leadership, enriching activities including music and chapel, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. Multiple families report their children eagerly attend and show significant growth and confidence.

   Caring and patient staffloving environmentstrong director leadershipenriching activities (music class
10. 10

    Pete H. Parra Child Development Center

    4.2 score

    4.4(5)

    1825 Feliz Drive, Bakersfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Pete H. Parra Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff and educational support for children ages 6 months to 5 years. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving an unexplained scratch on their 5-month-old, inadequate incident documentation, lack of classroom cameras, and inconsistent staff explanations.

    Responsive to parent concernsdedicated and supportive teachersgood educational approachaddresses parent issues quickly

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