Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Cerritos, CA
Compare 10 child daycare & preschools in Cerritos. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Cerritos, California at a glance
- Programs
- 10
- Avg rating
- 4.55/5
- Parent reviews
- 61
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
Cerritos has 10 licensed child daycare & preschools with 61 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 90703 zip code, averaging 4.67 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cerritos
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.
- 1Concordia Lutheran Pre-School4.71 score5(12)
13633 183rd St., Cerritos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Concordia Lutheran Pre-School in Cerritos receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, loving staff and strong academic and social development of their children. Parents highlight the school's welcoming environment, effective curriculum preparation for elementary school, and excellent teacher-to-student ratios.
caring and loving staffstrong academic progresssocial skills developmentwelcoming atmosphere - 2First Evangelical Church Of Cerritos4.35 score4.7(5)
11330 E. 166th St., Cerritos, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 87 children
First Evangelical Church of Cerritos offers a summer program that keeps children engaged with activities, lessons, and field trips. Parents praise the friendly and responsible staff, comprehensive fees that include meals and supplies, and the welcoming community atmosphere of the church.
Friendly and responsible staffsafe environmentengaging summer activities and lessonsweekly field trips included - 3Calvarys' Cross Chapel4.3 score4.6(5)
16705 Gridley Road, Cerritos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
Calvary's Cross Chapel is highly regarded by most parents, with praise for small class sizes, caring teachers, and affordable pricing. One parent noted convenience but expressed concern about cost. Overall, parents report a positive atmosphere and recommend the center.
small class sizesattentive teacherspatient staffdaily updates provided - 4Concordia Lutheran King'S Club4 score4(7)
13633 183rd St., Cerritos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Reviews primarily focus on the church facility rather than daycare services. The center receives praise for its welcoming community, activities, and worship environment, though one reviewer criticizes limited assistance outside the congregation.
welcoming communityfun activitiesgood locationcompliance with COVID-19 rules - 5Cerritos Lane Preschool4 score4(5)
20223 Cabrillo Lane, Cerritos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Cerritos Lane Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for the director Karen, caring staff, and child development outcomes including potty training success. However, one parent reported serious safety and hygiene concerns during their brief enrollment.
Friendly and patient staffgood potty training supportchild development and learning outcomesgood value for price
Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Cerritos
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Cerritos, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Cerritos zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90703 | 10 | 4.67 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Cerritos (19–133 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
7
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Cerritos based on parent reviews
Concordia Lutheran Pre-School
13633 183rd St., Cerritos, CA
Concordia Lutheran Pre-School in Cerritos receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, loving staff and strong academic and social development of their children. Parents highlight the school's welcoming environment, effective curriculum preparation for elementary school, and excellent teacher-to-student ratios.
King'S Kids Preschool
18424 S. Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, CA
Parents highlight the caring and patient nature of the teachers, specifically mentioning Ms. Miya, Ms. Emma, and Esther, who create a nurturing and engaging environment. Reviewers note that the facilities are clean and safe, with a curriculum that supports both academic and social development. Feedback emphasizes the staff's sweetness and ability to care for all children effectively.
Calvarys' Cross Chapel
16705 Gridley Road, Cerritos, CA
Calvary's Cross Chapel is highly regarded by most parents, with praise for small class sizes, caring teachers, and affordable pricing. One parent noted convenience but expressed concern about cost. Overall, parents report a positive atmosphere and recommend the center.
Concordia Lutheran King'S Club
13633 183rd St., Cerritos, CA
Reviews primarily focus on the church facility rather than daycare services. The center receives praise for its welcoming community, activities, and worship environment, though one reviewer criticizes limited assistance outside the congregation.
Cerritos Lane Preschool
20223 Cabrillo Lane, Cerritos, CA
Cerritos Lane Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for the director Karen, caring staff, and child development outcomes including potty training success. However, one parent reported serious safety and hygiene concerns during their brief enrollment.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Cerritos, California
There are 10 child daycare & preschools in Cerritos, California, making up 77% 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 Cerritos have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 61 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Cerritos, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Concordia Lutheran Pre-School in Cerritos receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, loving staff and strong academic and social development of their children. Parents highlight the school's welcoming environment, effective curriculum preparation for elementary school, and excellent teacher-to-student ratios.
- Address
- 13633 183rd St., Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 926-7416
Parents highlight the caring and patient nature of the teachers, specifically mentioning Ms. Miya, Ms. Emma, and Esther, who create a nurturing and engaging environment. Reviewers note that the facilities are clean and safe, with a curriculum that supports both academic and social development. Feedback emphasizes the staff's sweetness and ability to care for all children effectively.
- Address
- 18424 S. Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 417-6565
Calvary's Cross Chapel is highly regarded by most parents, with praise for small class sizes, caring teachers, and affordable pricing. One parent noted convenience but expressed concern about cost. Overall, parents report a positive atmosphere and recommend the center.
- Address
- 16705 Gridley Road, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 924-3716
Cerritos Lane Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for the director Karen, caring staff, and child development outcomes including potty training success. However, one parent reported serious safety and hygiene concerns during their brief enrollment.
- Address
- 20223 Cabrillo Lane, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 865-0482
Reviews primarily focus on the church facility rather than daycare services. The center receives praise for its welcoming community, activities, and worship environment, though one reviewer criticizes limited assistance outside the congregation.
- Address
- 13633 183rd St., Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 926-2491
- Address
- 19200 Ely Avenue, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 229-7840
- Address
- 20126 Pioneer Blvd, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 402-8111
The Cerritos KinderCare location receives predominantly positive reviews praising caring, skilled teachers and strong child development outcomes. Parents highlight structured activities, daily communication via app with photos, and smooth transitions. Two recent 1-star reviews cite rude staff and poor customer service, contrasting sharply with the majority experience.
- Address
- 18727 Carmenita, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 924-8718
- Address
- 16705 Gridley Road, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 924-3716
- Address
- 12222 Cuesta Drive, Bldg F, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 229-7762
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