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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Buena Park, CA

Compare 17 child daycare & preschools in Buena Park. Average rating: 4.41/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Buena Park, California at a glance

Programs
17
Avg rating
4.41/5
Parent reviews
63
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Buena Park has 17 licensed child daycare & preschools with 63 parent reviews averaging 4.41/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 42% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 90621 zip code, averaging 4.47 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Buena Park

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
    Lil' Lollypop Preschool
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    8012 Whitaker Street, Buena Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    Parents consistently praise Lil' Lollypop Preschool for its exceptional staff, professional communication, and nurturing environment. Children demonstrate strong academic and social growth while enjoying their time at the facility. The center is noted as affordable with clean, well-maintained facilities.

    Patient and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsholistic educational approachstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
  2. 2
    Ilove Christian Montessori School
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    7362 Crescent Ave., Buena Park, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    ILOVE Christian Montessori School receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and child development. Parents highlight Montessori activities, healthy meals, and enrichment classes as standout features. One negative review provided no specific details.

    Caring and loving teachersvisible child progresshealthy food optionsMontessori activities
  3. 3
    Centralia Head Start
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    6627 La Cienega, Buena Park, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 80 children

    Centralia Head Start receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, organized facility, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported a concerning incident where a teacher made a hurtful comment to their child.

    Caring and professional staffwelcoming environmentclean and organized facilityteachers highly regarded
  4. 4
    Limai Montessori Academy
    4.07 score
    4.1(11)

    5309 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 177 children

    LiMai Montessori Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the academic focus, dedicated teachers, and positive school culture that excites children daily. However, some concerns exist about frequent tuition increases, numerous closures throughout the year with additional fees, and reported issues with director accessibility and communication.

    Montessori-based academicsdedicated and caring teacherssmooth enrollment processpositive s
  5. 5
    Children'S Learning Center INC
    3.51 score
    3.2(8)

    6441 Lincoln Avenue, Buena Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Reviews are highly polarized with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviewers praise the clean facility, attentive staff, and children's progress, calling it a good value. Negative reviewers cite poor communication, unresponsive management, and facility issues like lack of heating.

    Clean facilityattentive and helpful staffbright and colorful classroomschildren's developmental progress

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Buena Park

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
6
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Buena Park, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.37avg rating
17 daycares · 7 rated

Headstart Programs

4.33avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.65avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Buena Park zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9062112
4.47
3
9062012
4.32
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Buena Park (16–177 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Buena Park based on parent reviews

Lil' Lollypop Preschool

4.4(10)

8012 Whitaker Street, Buena Park, CA

Parents consistently praise Lil' Lollypop Preschool for its exceptional staff, professional communication, and nurturing environment. Children demonstrate strong academic and social growth while enjoying their time at the facility. The center is noted as affordable with clean, well-maintained facilities.

Patient and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsholistic educational approach

Buena Park Lovely Preschool

5(1)

8771 Valley View St., Buena Park, CA

Sunny Hills Preschool

5(1)

8252 Artesia Blvd, Buena Park, CA

Dream-I In Buena Park

4.3(3)

5832 Fullerton Avenue, Buena Park, CA

Two parents highlight Dream-I's engaging, theme-based STEM curriculum and caring staff, noting that their children enjoy the monthly activities and educational focus. One review mentions the program is good, while the third provides a highly positive account of the sensory learning and developmental tracking. No specific complaints are reported in these limited reviews.

theme-based STEM activitiescaring staffengaging projects

Jesus' Hands Preschool

4.6(1)

5621 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA

Limai Montessori Academy

4.1(11)

5309 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA

LiMai Montessori Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the academic focus, dedicated teachers, and positive school culture that excites children daily. However, some concerns exist about frequent tuition increases, numerous closures throughout the year with additional fees, and reported issues with director accessibility and communication.

Montessori-based academicsdedicated and caring teacherssmooth enrollment process

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Daycare types in Buena Park

Child Daycare & Preschools 17Headstart Programs 5Before or After School Daycare 2

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Buena Park, California

There are 17 child daycare & preschools in Buena Park, California, making up 71% of the 24 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 Buena Park have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 42% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 63 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Buena Park, 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 Buena Park

Showing 17 results

Buena Park Lovely Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8771 Valley View St., Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 821-4325
Sunny Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8252 Artesia Blvd, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 670-1100
Jesus' Hands Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
5621 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 690-1366
Lil' Lollypop Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Lil' Lollypop Preschool for its exceptional staff, professional communication, and nurturing environment. Children demonstrate strong academic and social growth while enjoying their time at the facility. The center is noted as affordable with clean, well-maintained facilities.

Patient and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsholistic educational approach
Address
8012 Whitaker Street, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 521-5071
Dream-I In Buena Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Two parents highlight Dream-I's engaging, theme-based STEM curriculum and caring staff, noting that their children enjoy the monthly activities and educational focus. One review mentions the program is good, while the third provides a highly positive account of the sensory learning and developmental tracking. No specific complaints are reported in these limited reviews.

theme-based STEM activitiescaring staffengaging projects
Address
5832 Fullerton Avenue, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 670-9588
Limai Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

LiMai Montessori Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the academic focus, dedicated teachers, and positive school culture that excites children daily. However, some concerns exist about frequent tuition increases, numerous closures throughout the year with additional fees, and reported issues with director accessibility and communication.

Montessori-based academicsdedicated and caring teacherssmooth enrollment process
Address
5309 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 690-0112
Children'S Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Reviews are highly polarized with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviewers praise the clean facility, attentive staff, and children's progress, calling it a good value. Negative reviewers cite poor communication, unresponsive management, and facility issues like lack of heating.

Clean facilityattentive and helpful staffbright and colorful classrooms
Address
6441 Lincoln Avenue, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 821-8010
Think Together Early Learning Program-Whitaker
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8401 Montana Avenue, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 521-8568
Knott Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7300 La Palma Avenue, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 821-6990
The Learning Center For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6221 Lincoln Ave., Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 821-7800
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Buena Park receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the caring staff, effective communication through daily photos and updates, and strong developmental support including potty training assistance. Parents report their children thrive socially and academically in a clean, well-structured environment.

Caring and friendly staffdaily photo and progress updates via appeffective communication with parents
Address
4601 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 994-5610
Centralia State Preschool At San Marino
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6215 San Rolando Way, #3 & 4, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 228-3453
Childs-Pace Holder Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9550 Holder Street, Room 11, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 236-3804
Evergreen Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5882 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 670-9687
Childs-Pace Holder
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9550 Holder Street, Room #11, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 557-7777
Speech And Language Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8699 Holder Street, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 821-3620
Think Togetherearly Learning Program-Pendleton
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7101 Stanton Avenue, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 521-8568

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Frequently asked questions

There are 17 child daycare & preschools daycares in Buena Park, California, out of 24 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 Buena Park have an average Google rating of 4.41 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 42% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Buena Park, 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
Buena Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Buena Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Buena Park 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.