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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Corona Del Mar, CA

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Corona Del Mar. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Corona Del Mar, California at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.55/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Corona Del Mar offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.55/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 92625 zip code, averaging 4.55 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Corona Del Mar

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
    Sea Star Village
    4.53 score
    4.7(15)

    611 Heliotrope Avenue, Corona Del Mar, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

    The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for a church (CDM Community Church Congregational). No parent reviews about Sea Star Village daycare services were found in the submitted content.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Corona Del Mar

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Corona Del Mar, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.55avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Corona Del Mar zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
926256
4.55
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Corona Del Mar (18–114 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Corona Del Mar based on parent reviews

Sea Star Village

4.7(15)

611 Heliotrope Avenue, Corona Del Mar, CA

The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for a church (CDM Community Church Congregational). No parent reviews about Sea Star Village daycare services were found in the submitted content.

None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare

St. Michael'S Episcopal Preschool

4.4(4)

3233 Pacific View Drive, Corona Del Mar, CA

One parent highlights the staff as very caring, while another notes the absence of air conditioning. The few reviews so far mention a warm, welcoming spiritual community with outstanding music programs and meaningful teaching.

very caring staffwarm and welcoming spiritual communityoutstanding music program

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Daycare types in Corona Del Mar

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Corona Del Mar, California

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Corona Del Mar, California, making up 67% of the 6 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 Corona Del Mar have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Corona Del Mar, 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 Corona Del Mar

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Sea Star Village
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for a church (CDM Community Church Congregational). No parent reviews about Sea Star Village daycare services were found in the submitted content.

None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare
Address
611 Heliotrope Avenue, Corona Del Mar, CA
Phone
(949) 226-7033
St. Michael'S Episcopal Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

One parent highlights the staff as very caring, while another notes the absence of air conditioning. The few reviews so far mention a warm, welcoming spiritual community with outstanding music programs and meaningful teaching.

very caring staffwarm and welcoming spiritual communityoutstanding music program
Address
3233 Pacific View Drive, Corona Del Mar, CA
Phone
(949) 644-0463
Nmusd Harbor View Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 Goldenrod Avenue, Corona Del Mar, CA
Phone
(949) 515-6940
Del Mar Lincoln Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3101 Pacific View Drive, Corona Del Mar, CA
Phone
(949) 718-1103

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Corona Del Mar, California, out of 6 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 Corona Del Mar have an average Google rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Corona Del Mar, 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
Corona Del Mar offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Corona Del Mar for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Corona Del Mar 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.