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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Fortuna, CA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Fortuna. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fortuna, California at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Fortuna offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 95540 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Fortuna

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Fortuna, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fortuna zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
955406
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fortuna (15–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fortuna based on parent reviews

Rainbow Junction Children'S Center-P/S

5(2)

1660 Newbury Rd, Suite E, Fortuna, CA

Parents highlight the attentive and friendly staff, noting that children learn foundational skills like ABCs and spelling while developing social abilities. Reviewers describe the environment as extremely safe and trustworthy, with infants and toddlers appearing happy and well-cared for.

attentive stafffriendly staffsafe environment

Rainbow Junction Children'S Center/Infant

5(2)

3630 Clifton Way, Fortuna, CA

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Daycare types in Fortuna

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Fortuna, California

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Fortuna, California, making up 50% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Fortuna have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fortuna, 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 Fortuna

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Rainbow Junction Children'S Center-P/S
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the attentive and friendly staff, noting that children learn foundational skills like ABCs and spelling while developing social abilities. Reviewers describe the environment as extremely safe and trustworthy, with infants and toddlers appearing happy and well-cared for.

attentive stafffriendly staffsafe environment
Address
1660 Newbury Rd, Suite E, Fortuna, CA
Phone
(707) 725-5755
Rainbow Junction Children'S Center/Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3630 Clifton Way, Fortuna, CA
Phone
(707) 725-7871
Great Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
609 Summer St, Fortuna, CA
Phone
(707) 725-9136

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Fortuna, California, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Fortuna have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fortuna, 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
Fortuna offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Fortuna for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fortuna 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.