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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Brea, CA

Compare 11 child daycare & preschools in Brea. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Brea, California at a glance

Programs
11
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
94
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Brea has 11 licensed child daycare & preschools with 94 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 92821 zip code, averaging 4.7 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Brea

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
    Christ Lutheran Church- Preschool
    4.7 score
    4.9(17)

    820 W. Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 44 children

    Christ Lutheran Church-Preschool in Brea receives consistently high praise with a 4.9/5 rating. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality teaching, and strong pastoral leadership. Parents appreciate the friendly community and well-maintained facilities.

    Excellent teachingfriendly and welcoming peoplestrong leadershipChrist-centered biblical instruction
  2. 2
    Future Minds Montessori
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    408 S. Flower Avenue, Brea, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Future Minds Montessori in Brea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the school 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and nurturing environment where children are engaged, learning, and eager to attend school daily.

    Caring and dedicated teachersMontessori education approachsafe and well-maintained facilitystrong academic curriculum with varied activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Brea

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 Brea, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
11 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Brea zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9282113
4.7
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Brea (15–148 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Brea based on parent reviews

Future Minds Montessori

4.6(13)

408 S. Flower Avenue, Brea, CA

Future Minds Montessori in Brea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the school 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and nurturing environment where children are engaged, learning, and eager to attend school daily.

Caring and dedicated teachersMontessori education approachsafe and well-maintained facility

Cc'S Learning Center

4.6(4)

300 East Imperial Hwy., Brea, CA

Several parents highlight the center's cleanliness, engaging activities, and strong communication via the Brightwheel app, noting that infants and preschoolers enjoy the caring staff. However, one review cites inconsistent quality of care, defensive management responses to complaints, and resulting trust issues.

clean environmentengaging sensory activitiesexcellent communication

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Daycare types in Brea

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Church Daycare 2

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Brea, California

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Brea, California, making up 85% of the 13 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 Brea have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 94 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Brea, 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 Brea

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Cc'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Several parents highlight the center's cleanliness, engaging activities, and strong communication via the Brightwheel app, noting that infants and preschoolers enjoy the caring staff. However, one review cites inconsistent quality of care, defensive management responses to complaints, and resulting trust issues.

clean environmentengaging sensory activitiesexcellent communication
Address
300 East Imperial Hwy., Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 671-6970
Future Minds Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Future Minds Montessori in Brea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the school 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and nurturing environment where children are engaged, learning, and eager to attend school daily.

Caring and dedicated teachersMontessori education approachsafe and well-maintained facility
Address
408 S. Flower Avenue, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 309-0946
Bousd- Laurel Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 S. Flower Ave, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 990-7550
Childtime Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

ChildTime Children's Center in Brea receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Reviewers consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong leadership, and balanced approach to learning and development. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety, happiness, and growth.

Caring and patient staffstrong leadership (Directors Ms. Becky and Ms. Lisa)low teacher turnover
Address
705 East Birch Street, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 256-2010
International Church Of The Foursquare Gospel
Child Daycare & Preschools

This listing appears to be for a church (Refinery Church/International Church of the Foursquare Gospel), not a daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the welcoming community, authentic leadership, meaningful worship, and inclusive atmosphere. However, one reviewer mentions being disappointed after a brief visit and references other low reviews.

welcoming and genuine communityauthentic leadershipquality worship and teaching
Address
123 W. Ash Street, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 529-7019
Heights Christian Schools-Brea Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 S Associated Road, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 990-8780
Montessori Of Brea INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 W. Fir Street, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 529-0321
Heights Christian Schools- Brea Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 S Associated Rd, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 990-8780
Bousd- Arovista Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 Eadington Drive, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 990-7539
Bousd-Mariposa Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1111 West Mariposa Drive, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 990-7536
Bousd - Olinda Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3145 East Birch Street, Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 528-1986

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Brea, California, out of 13 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 Brea have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Brea, 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
Brea offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Brea for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Brea 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.