How do I choose the right daycare in Davis?

When choosing a daycare in Davis, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Davis, California (27 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Davis?

Davis offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 27 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 Davis for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Davis

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.

Davis Parent Nursery School #2

4.75 score

5(15)

426 W 8th Street, Davis, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

Davis Parent Nursery School #2 receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its play-based learning approach, strong sense of community, and supportive teachers. Parents consistently highlight the program's unique focus on parent education and involvement alongside child development, with many describing it as a special place where both children and families thrive.

play-based learningskilled and patient teachersstrong parent communityparent education programs

Davis Parent Nursery School

4.75 score

5(15)

1441 Danbury, Davis, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

Davis Parent Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise its play-based learning approach, strong sense of community, and exceptional teachers. Parents highlight that the cooperative model supports both child development and parent education, with affordable tuition and excellent child-to-teacher ratios. Families report their children develop strong social, emotional, and academic skills while building lasting friendships and community connections.

Play-based learning programsupportive and knowledgeable teachersstrong parent communityparent education opportunities

University Covenant Nursery School

4.64 score

5(9)

315 Mace Blvd., Davis, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 76 children

University Covenant Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and warm, familial environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's balanced, play-based curriculum that supports children's social, emotional, spiritual, and academic development, with low class ratios allowing individual attention.

Caring and compassionate stafflow class ratioswarm and loving environmentwell-balanced curriculum

Dccns

4.4 score

4.5(20)

412 C Street, Davis, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for Davis Community Church, not a daycare center. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, meaningful services, and community involvement, but do not evaluate daycare services or facilities.

Welcoming and friendly communityengaging children's programsprogressive valuesLGBTQ-friendly

Tender Learning Care

4.37 score

4.6(8)

1818 Lake Blvd, Davis, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

Tender Learning Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the nurturing, child-focused environment, dedicated long-term staff, and strong educational curriculum. However, one detailed 1-star review documents serious safety and legal compliance violations, substantiated by CDSS investigations, including failure to respect court custody orders, unsanitary conditions, and unprofessional owner conduct.

Warm and welcoming environmentpatient and nurturing te

Child Daycare & Preschools in Davis, California

There are 27 child daycare & preschools in Davis, California, making up 87% of the 31 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 Davis, 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 27 child daycare & preschools daycares in Davis, California, out of 31 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 Davis, 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

Davis offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 27 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Davis for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Davis 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.

27 Child Daycare & Preschools in Davis, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Davis

Top Rated

Davis Parent Nursery School #2

The Peregrine Project

Dccns

Tender Learning Care

Hutchison Child Development Center

Montessori Country Day II

Map

Daycare types in Davis

Browse by type in Davis