How do I choose the right daycare in Eureka?

When choosing a daycare in Eureka, 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

What types of daycare are available in Eureka?

Eureka offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities Headstart Programs — 5 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Eureka, California (16 Results)

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 Eureka for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eureka

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.

Children'S Cottage Infant Center

4.33 score

4.5(10)

900 Hodgson Street, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

Children's Cottage Infant Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising dedicated, caring staff who provide personalized attention and regular communication with parents. The facility offers engaging activities, outdoor space, and a warm community environment. However, a small number of older reviews raise concerns about overcrowding, staff qualifications, and strict enrollment policies with no trial period.

Caring and dedicated teacherspersonalized attention to children's needsregular photo/text updates to parentsclean facility

Kids Unlimited Child Care Center

4.13 score

4.2(10)

2020 Campton Road, Suite A, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

Kids Unlimited receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the structured environment, caring staff, and child development outcomes. However, two recent negative reviews raise concerns about teacher turnover and alleged lack of support for children with special needs.

Kind and attentive staffstrong structure and organizationage-appropriate activitieswarm nurturing environment

College Of The Redwoods-Child Development Center

3.92 score

3.9(20)

7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

Note: Reviews appear to be for College of the Redwoods community college, not the Child Development Center daycare program. Reviewers praise the institution's beautiful campus, quality instruction, affordable tuition, and course variety, though some express frustration with online-only textbook ordering.

Beautiful campusexceptional teachersaffordable tuitionwide variety of classes

College Of The Redwoods-Child Dev Ctr-Inf/Toddler

3.92 score

3.9(20)

7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

Reviews appear to be for College of the Redwoods community college rather than the child development center. Reviewers praise the beautiful campus, quality instruction, affordable tuition, and variety of classes offered. The main complaint involves the lack of a physical bookstore.

Beautiful campus locationexcellent instructorsaffordable tuitionwide class selection

Child Daycare & Preschools in Eureka, California

There are 16 child daycare & preschools in Eureka, California, making up 70% of the 23 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 Eureka, 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 16 child daycare & preschools daycares in Eureka, California, out of 23 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 Eureka, 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

Eureka offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 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 Eureka for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Eureka 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.

16 Child Daycare & Preschools in Eureka, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eureka

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Little Learners Eureka

Little Peoples Corner Preschool/Day Care

Little Learners Eureka Infant And Toddler

Children'S Cottage Infant Center

Play And Learn - Preschool

Sweet Peas Learning Center

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