How do I choose the right daycare in Compton?

When choosing a daycare in Compton, 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

What types of daycare are available in Compton?

Compton offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 47 facilities Headstart Programs — 5 facilities Church Daycare — 1 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Compton, California (47 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 Compton for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Compton

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.

Sunshine Day Care 2

4.41 score

4.7(7)

2038 E. Compton Blvd., Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

Sunshine Day Care 2 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, educational activities, communication, and individualized attention to children's developmental needs. One parent reported a negative experience with abrupt dismissal of their toddler without prior notice of behavioral concerns.

Caring and patient staffwarm and welcoming environmentclean and well-organized facilityindividualized support for children with social anxiety

Heavenly Vision Education Center INC.

4.39 score

4.6(9)

600-604 W Alondra Blvd, Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

Heavenly Vision Education Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with most highlighting caring and professional staff, safe environment, and strong child development outcomes. The center has been operating for 40 years and maintains multi-generational family loyalty. However, one parent raised serious allegations regarding animal mistreatment on the property, which other reviewers disputed.

Caring and patient staffsafe and welcoming environmentstr

Compton College Child Dev. Day Care Ctr.

4.32 score

4.4(20)

1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

This daycare center listing appears to have mixed or irrelevant reviews. Most reviews discuss Compton College (the community college) rather than the child development day care center specifically. The few relevant comments praise the staff as helpful and nice.

Friendly and helpful staffwelcoming atmospherenice campus walkwayaccessible classes

Compton College Child Dev. Infant Center

4.32 score

4.4(20)

1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

The reviews provided do not contain feedback specifically about the Compton College Child Dev. Infant Center daycare. The reviews appear to be mixed feedback about Compton College itself, covering campus amenities, academic programs, and general college experiences rather than childcare services.

Friendly and helpful staffaccessible classesgood student resources and support servicesaffordable cafeteria

Compton College Child Dev. School Age Center

4.32 score

4.4(20)

1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

Reviews are not applicable to this facility as a daycare. The reviews appear to be for Compton College, a community college, not the Child Development School Age Center. No actual parent reviews of the daycare's services, staff, or child care quality were provided.

None mentioned

Children'S World

4.18 score

4.3(7)

1219 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

Children's World receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and nurturing staff, particularly teachers Ms. Gwen, Ms. Lauren, and Ms. Ivy. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and developing good habits. Two reviews raise serious concerns about enrollment verification procedures and contain unsubstantiated claims.

caring and nurturing staffchildren enjoy attendinggood habit developmentengaging l

Crystal Stairs INC- Wonderland

4.14 score

4.2(12)

1223 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

Crystal Stairs Inc-Wonderland is a center-based daycare in Compton with mixed reviews. While many parents praise the organization's support services and helpfulness, others report serious administrative issues including miscommunication, lost paperwork, and unresponsive staff.

Helpful staffsupportive resources for familiesquick wait timescommunity involvement

Crystal Stairs INC- Willowbrook

4.14 score

4.2(12)

1215 North Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

Crystal Stairs Inc is a center-based daycare in Compton with mostly positive reviews praising their support services and assistance to families. However, some parents report significant administrative issues including missed communications, paperwork sent to wrong addresses, and unresponsive staff members.

Helpful staffquick wait timesstrong community support programsassistance with childcare resources

Dotsie'S Tots Enrichment Center

4.06 score

4.1(8)

1480 West Compton Blvd., Compton, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

Dotsie's Tots Enrichment Center receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, quality curriculum, cleanliness, and home-cooked meals. However, there are two 1-star reviews reporting serious concerns including alleged inappropriate staff behavior and a reported incident involving a child's clothing being removed and given to another student without parental consent.

caring and attentive staffstrong learning curriculumclean facilityhome-cooked meals

Child Daycare & Preschools in Compton, California

There are 47 child daycare & preschools in Compton, California, making up 85% of the 55 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.

When choosing a daycare in Compton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 47 child daycare & preschools daycares in Compton, California, out of 55 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Compton, 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

Compton offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 47 facilities
Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 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 Compton for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Compton 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.

47 Child Daycare & Preschools in Compton, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Compton

Top Rated

Sunshine Day Care 2

Heavenly Vision Education Center INC.

Compton College Child Dev. Day Care Ctr.

Compton College Child Dev. Infant Center

Compton College Child Dev. School Age Center

Little Lambs Child Care Center INC.(Infant)

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