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5 Child Daycare & Preschools in East Palo Alto, California

Browse all 5 child daycare & preschools in East Palo Alto, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Palo Alto

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.

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    Au P'Tit Monde Of Peninsula INC. (Ps)
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    1980 Clarke Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Au P'tit Monde is a French immersion daycare in East Palo Alto with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the dedicated staff, caring environment, and effective French language instruction, with many noting significant language progress in their children. The program includes full meals, structured academics in the morning, afternoon play, and a strong sense of community.

    Caring and dedicated teachers and directorFrench immersion program effective for language acquisitionmeals provided daily and prepared on-sitegood student-teacher ratio

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Palo Alto based on parent reviews

Au P'Tit Monde Of Peninsula INC. (Ps)

5(12)

1980 Clarke Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA

Au P'tit Monde is a French immersion daycare in East Palo Alto with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the dedicated staff, caring environment, and effective French language instruction, with many noting significant language progress in their children. The program includes full meals, structured academics in the morning, afternoon play, and a strong sense of community.

Caring and dedicated teachers and directorFrench immersion program effective for language acquisitionmeals provided daily and prepared on-site

Ravenswood Child Development Center

5(1)

951 O'Connor Street, East Palo Alto, CA

Creative Montessori Learning Center

4(2)

1421 Bay Road, East Palo Alto, CA

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Daycare types in East Palo Alto

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in East Palo Alto, California

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in East Palo Alto, California, making up 71% of the 7 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 East Palo Alto, 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 East Palo Alto

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Ravenswood Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
951 O'Connor Street, East Palo Alto, CA
Phone
(650) 838-3460
Au P'Tit Monde Of Peninsula INC. (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Au P'tit Monde is a French immersion daycare in East Palo Alto with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the dedicated staff, caring environment, and effective French language instruction, with many noting significant language progress in their children. The program includes full meals, structured academics in the morning, afternoon play, and a strong sense of community.

Caring and dedicated teachers and directorFrench immersion program effective for language acquisitionmeals provided daily and prepared on-site
Address
1980 Clarke Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA
Phone
(650) 328-2031
Creative Montessori Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1421 Bay Road, East Palo Alto, CA
Phone
(650) 325-9543
Ihsd INC-Magnolia Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1425 Bay Road, East Palo Alto, CA
Phone
(650) 321-4260
The Primary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
951 O'Connor Street, East Palo Alto, CA
Phone
(650) 396-2779

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Palo Alto, California, out of 7 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 East Palo Alto, 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
East Palo Alto offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 East Palo Alto for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Palo Alto 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.