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4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Desert Hot Springs, California

Browse all 4 child daycare & preschools in Desert Hot Springs, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Desert Hot Springs

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
    Psusd-Arroyo De Paz
    4 score
    4(15)

    66-765 Two Bunch Palms Trail, Desert Hot Springs, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Reviews are largely positive, with parents praising the quiet, safe community environment and friendly staff. However, most reviews appear to focus on the residential community rather than daycare services specifically. One parent mentioned difficulty reaching the facility during business hours.

    Safe environmentquiet neighborhoodfriendly and helpful staffgood security
  2. 2
    Storyland Preschool
    3.75 score
    3.6(8)

    11480 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Storyland Preschool has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, play-based learning, and affordable tuition, while negative reviews cite unprofessional management, safety concerns, neglect, poor communication, and inadequate supervision ratios.

    Caring and invested staffplay-based learning approachaffordable tuitionfriendly teachers

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Desert Hot Springs based on parent reviews

Psusd-Arroyo De Paz

4(15)

66-765 Two Bunch Palms Trail, Desert Hot Springs, CA

Reviews are largely positive, with parents praising the quiet, safe community environment and friendly staff. However, most reviews appear to focus on the residential community rather than daycare services specifically. One parent mentioned difficulty reaching the facility during business hours.

Safe environmentquiet neighborhoodfriendly and helpful staff

Storyland Preschool

3.6(8)

11480 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA

Storyland Preschool has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, play-based learning, and affordable tuition, while negative reviews cite unprofessional management, safety concerns, neglect, poor communication, and inadequate supervision ratios.

Caring and invested staffplay-based learning approachaffordable tuition

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Daycare types in Desert Hot Springs

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Desert Hot Springs, California

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Desert Hot Springs, 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.

When choosing a daycare in Desert Hot Springs, 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 Desert Hot Springs

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Psusd-Arroyo De Paz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Reviews are largely positive, with parents praising the quiet, safe community environment and friendly staff. However, most reviews appear to focus on the residential community rather than daycare services specifically. One parent mentioned difficulty reaching the facility during business hours.

Safe environmentquiet neighborhoodfriendly and helpful staff
Address
66-765 Two Bunch Palms Trail, Desert Hot Springs, CA
Phone
(760) 288-7434
Storyland Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Storyland Preschool has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, play-based learning, and affordable tuition, while negative reviews cite unprofessional management, safety concerns, neglect, poor communication, and inadequate supervision ratios.

Caring and invested staffplay-based learning approachaffordable tuition
Address
11480 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA
Phone
(760) 329-2954
Psusd - Cabot Yerxa Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
67-067 Desert View Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA
Phone
(760) 251-2223
Psusd-Two Bunch Palms Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14-250 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA
Phone
(760) 416-8090

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Desert Hot Springs, California, out of 6 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 Desert Hot Springs, 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
Desert Hot Springs offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Desert Hot Springs for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Desert Hot Springs 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.