60 Child Daycare & Preschools in Elk Grove, California
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elk Grove
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.
- 1Calvary Christian Center (Ps)4.64 score4.8(20)
9499 East Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Note: The reviews provided are for Calvary Christian Center, a church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the spiritual leadership, biblical teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and multiple service times. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings with positive feedback about the pastors, worship experience, and community.
Spiritual leadership and pastoral qualitybiblical teachingswelcoming and friendly communitymultiple service times - 2Little London Montessori4.5 score5(5)
9209 Trenholm Drive, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children
Little London Montessori receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the owner/teacher Ms. Taz for her caring, patient approach and genuine implementation of Montessori practices. Parents highlight the close-knit community, small class sizes, and strong relationships built among families and staff.
Experienced and passionate teacher (Ms. Taz)authentic Montessori methodologysmall class sizesclose-knit community environment - 3Sheldon Acres Child Development Center4.5 score5(5)
10393 Pleasant Grove School Rd, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Sheldon Acres Child Development Center receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, extensive outdoor facilities with animals, and well-rounded programming. Parents highlight the on-site meal preparation, special diet accommodations, and additional activities like swimming lessons, gymnastics, and dance classes. Families report strong communication from staff and feel their children are flourishing in a warm, personal environment
- 4Hansen'S Early Learning Center4.3 score4.6(5)
5275 Tegan Road, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Hansen's Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, flexible scheduling, and engaging learning environment. Parents report their children are happy and learning daily. One negative review cited rude receptionist behavior during an inquiry call.
Caring and respectful staffflexible schedulingchildren enjoy attendingoutdoor learning opportunities on farm - 5Moore Learning Preschool & Dcc (Sa)4.14 score4.2(11)
8699 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children
Moore Learning Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the quality of care, experienced and caring staff, and play-based learning approach. The center is noted for strong management, safety measures, family involvement, and good communication. One parent reported staffing inconsistencies and concerns about the environment for children needing extra support.
High-quality careexperienced and caring stafflow staff turnoverplay-based learning philosophy - 6Moore Learning Preschool & Dcc (Ps)4.14 score4.2(11)
8699 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children
Moore Learning Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, play-based learning approach, and strong sense of community. The owner (Ms. Frisha) is frequently mentioned for her attentiveness and genuine care. One parent reported significant concerns about staffing issues, chaotic environment, and treatment of children with additional support needs.
Caring and experienced staff with low turnoverplay-based learning philo - 7Moore Learning Preschool & Dcc (Inf)4.14 score4.2(11)
8699 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Moore Learning Preschool & DCC in Elk Grove receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, play-based learning approach, and secure facility. Parents highlight strong communication, family involvement, and individualized attention to children's development. One parent reported staffing issues and concerns about the environment for children needing extra support.
Caring and experienced staff with low turnoverplay-based learni - 8Innovative Scholar Academy (Ps)4.06 score4.1(7)
9624 Melrose Ave, Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Innovative Scholar Academy is described as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community that serves the broader community through monthly outreach to homeless individuals. However, one parent expressed concern about religious instruction being taught to their child without parental permission.
Welcoming and accepting environmentinclusive communitycommunity outreach and charitable activitieskind and non-judgmental staff - 9Childtime Children'S Center3.78 score3.7(15)
7901 Laguna Blvd., Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children
Childtime Elk Grove receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong developmental preparation for kindergarten. However, one serious incident was reported involving outdoor supervision failure and delayed parent notification. The center appears to have strong performance overall but has documented safety concerns.
Caring and dedicated staffloving environmentstrong developmental outcomesgood communication via app and video monitoring - 10Champions @ Arlene Hein Elementary3.73 score3.5(6)
6820 Bellaterra Dr., Elk Grove, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Most parents praise Champions @ Arlene Hein for supportive, caring staff and engaging activities. Children reportedly enjoy the program and look forward to attending. However, some parents report concerns about staffing levels and academic focus.
Caring and professional staffhomework supportsocial opportunitiesfun activities
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Highest rated daycares in Elk Grove based on parent reviews
Calvary Christian Center (Ps)
9499 East Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA
Note: The reviews provided are for Calvary Christian Center, a church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the spiritual leadership, biblical teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and multiple service times. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings with positive feedback about the pastors, worship experience, and community.
Little London Montessori
9209 Trenholm Drive, Elk Grove, CA
Little London Montessori receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the owner/teacher Ms. Taz for her caring, patient approach and genuine implementation of Montessori practices. Parents highlight the close-knit community, small class sizes, and strong relationships built among families and staff.
Sheldon Acres Child Development Center
10393 Pleasant Grove School Rd, Elk Grove, CA
Sheldon Acres Child Development Center receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, extensive outdoor facilities with animals, and well-rounded programming. Parents highlight the on-site meal preparation, special diet accommodations, and additional activities like swimming lessons, gymnastics, and dance classes. Families report strong communication from staff and feel their children are flourishing in a warm, personal environment
Radcliffe Academy
9271 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA
Hansen'S Early Learning Center
5275 Tegan Road, Elk Grove, CA
Hansen's Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, flexible scheduling, and engaging learning environment. Parents report their children are happy and learning daily. One negative review cited rude receptionist behavior during an inquiry call.
Tots Of Love - Elk Grove West
3151 Dwight Road, Suite 400, Elk Grove, CA
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Elk Grove, California
There are 60 child daycare & preschools in Elk Grove, California, making up 94% of the 64 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 Elk Grove, 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 Elk Grove
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- Address
- 9145 Franklin Blvd., Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-2836
Little London Montessori receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the owner/teacher Ms. Taz for her caring, patient approach and genuine implementation of Montessori practices. Parents highlight the close-knit community, small class sizes, and strong relationships built among families and staff.
- Address
- 9209 Trenholm Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 896-1535
Sheldon Acres Child Development Center receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, extensive outdoor facilities with animals, and well-rounded programming. Parents highlight the on-site meal preparation, special diet accommodations, and additional activities like swimming lessons, gymnastics, and dance classes. Families report strong communication from staff and feel their children are flourishing in a warm, personal environment
- Address
- 10393 Pleasant Grove School Rd, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 686-8344
Note: The reviews provided are for Calvary Christian Center, a church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the spiritual leadership, biblical teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and multiple service times. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings with positive feedback about the pastors, worship experience, and community.
- Address
- 9499 East Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 719-8209
- Address
- 9271 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 686-1328
Hansen's Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, flexible scheduling, and engaging learning environment. Parents report their children are happy and learning daily. One negative review cited rude receptionist behavior during an inquiry call.
- Address
- 5275 Tegan Road, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-1600
- Address
- 3151 Dwight Road, Suite 400, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 689-8687
- Address
- 7725 Sheldon Road, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 689-8823
Moore Learning Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the quality of care, experienced and caring staff, and play-based learning approach. The center is noted for strong management, safety measures, family involvement, and good communication. One parent reported staffing inconsistencies and concerns about the environment for children needing extra support.
- Address
- 8699 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 405-0448
Moore Learning Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, play-based learning approach, and strong sense of community. The owner (Ms. Frisha) is frequently mentioned for her attentiveness and genuine care. One parent reported significant concerns about staffing issues, chaotic environment, and treatment of children with additional support needs.
- Address
- 8699 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 405-0448
Moore Learning Preschool & DCC in Elk Grove receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, play-based learning approach, and secure facility. Parents highlight strong communication, family involvement, and individualized attention to children's development. One parent reported staffing issues and concerns about the environment for children needing extra support.
- Address
- 8699 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 405-0448
Innovative Scholar Academy is described as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community that serves the broader community through monthly outreach to homeless individuals. However, one parent expressed concern about religious instruction being taught to their child without parental permission.
- Address
- 9624 Melrose Ave, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (408) 910-9921
- Address
- 8940 Brown Road, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 689-3444
- Address
- 10000 E. Taron Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 714-2313
- Address
- 9441 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 686-4949
- Address
- 8939 E. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 685-4821
- Address
- 10000 East Taron Dr, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 714-2313
Childtime Elk Grove receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong developmental preparation for kindergarten. However, one serious incident was reported involving outdoor supervision failure and delayed parent notification. The center appears to have strong performance overall but has documented safety concerns.
- Address
- 7901 Laguna Blvd., Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 691-3800
River City Early Learning Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, passionate staff, strong communication through daily photos and updates, and meaningful developmental progress their children make, including gains in speech, potty training, and social skills.
- Address
- 3050 Babson Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 691-6420
River City Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and strong developmental support. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily photos and app updates, clean facilities, structured curriculum, and the center's success with special needs children and developmental milestones. The owners are noted for community involvement and investment in the program.
- Address
- 3050 Babson Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 691-6420
River City Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and supportive environment. Parents highlight exceptional communication through daily photos and updates, strong developmental support for children of all abilities, and a clean, well-organized facility with quality curriculum and in-house meals. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children and express high trust in the center's care.
- Address
- 3050 Babson Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 691-6420
Most parents praise Champions @ Arlene Hein for supportive, caring staff and engaging activities. Children reportedly enjoy the program and look forward to attending. However, some parents report concerns about staffing levels and academic focus.
- Address
- 6820 Bellaterra Dr., Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 686-4242
Champions @ Carroll Elementary receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents for friendly staff and good curriculum, but significant concerns from others about poor management, billing practices, lack of outdoor play space, and insufficient educational programming. The center appears to have inconsistent service quality and communication issues.
- Address
- 10325 Stathos Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 647-7269
- Address
- 9421 Stonebrook Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 714-0110
- Address
- 8565 Shasta Lily Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 681-3355
- Address
- 8900 Old Creek Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-1815
- Address
- 10160 Pleasant Grove School Rd, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 557-4401
- Address
- 9880 Denali Circle, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 286-7865
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for its caring, professional staff and clean, well-organized facility. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication with daily updates and photos, flexible scheduling, and staff members Alyssa, Angelina, and Gabby by name. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten.
- Address
- 9394 Bruceville Road, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-4040
- Address
- 3033 Buckminster Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 905-0561
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