How do I choose the right daycare in Foster City?

When choosing a daycare in Foster City, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Foster City, California (8 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Foster City?

Foster City offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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.

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 Foster City for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Foster City

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.

All Are Friends Montessori School

4.58 score

5(7)

1130 Balclutha Drive, Foster City, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 45 children

Parents consistently praise ALL ARE FRIENDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL (also referred to as Challenge School) for its exceptional care, warm teaching staff, and bilingual Chinese program. The school is noted for its clean facilities, well-designed curriculum, engaging activities, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families report significant developmental growth in their children during their time at the school.

Warm and caring teachersbilingual Chinese programclean and well-maintained facilitiesspacious playgrounds

Peninsula Jewish Community Center (Sa)

4.48 score

4.6(20)

800 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

Note: The reviews provided are for a fitness/community center, not a daycare facility. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (all 5/5 ratings), praising the clean facilities, qualified staff, pools, and welcoming environment.

Clean facilitiesoutdoor heated poolprofessional trainers and fitness instructorsfriendly and helpful staff

Kids Connection

3.63 score

3.5(14)

1970 Beach Park Blvd, Foster City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children

Kids Connection receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across preschool, elementary, and afterschool programs. Parents praise the caring staff, strong academic curriculum (particularly the Chinese immersion program), and warm, supportive community environment. The school is noted for fostering children's love of learning and meaningful developmental progress.

Nurturing and patient teachersclose-knit community atmospherestrong Chinese language instruction with measurable progressbalanced academics and play-based learning

Child Daycare & Preschools in Foster City, California

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Foster City, California, making up 89% of the 9 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 Foster City, 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 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Foster City, California, out of 9 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 Foster City, 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

Foster City offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Foster City for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Foster City 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Foster City, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Foster City

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Peninsula Jewish Community Center (Sa)

Odyssey Preschool

Lakeview Montessori

Kids Connection

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