38 Child Daycare & Preschools in Hayward, California
Browse all 38 child daycare & preschools in Hayward, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hayward
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.
- 1Royal Kids Academy4.64 score4.8(20)
30126 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Royal Kids Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report seeing significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and learning skills, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with strong parent communication and leadership.
Caring and patient teacherssafe and clean facilityengaging curriculum balancing play and structured learningexcellent parent communication - 2A Joyful Noise Learning Center4.49 score4.9(6)
26555 Gading Road, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
A Joyful Noise Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Parents appreciate the daily photo updates, religious/biblical education, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and emotionally since enrolling.
caring and dedicated staffhome-like environmentdaily photo updates with timestampshealthy meals - 3Husd Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner4.44 score4.8(6)
23640 Reed Way, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 264 children
Parents consistently praise HUSD Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner for its caring, warm environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their excellence and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for its security measures and successful preparation of students for kindergarten.
Caring and loving teacherswarm and supportive environmentpatient and welcoming enrollment staffsafe and secure facility - 4The Arc Of Alameda Co. First Step Children'S Ctr.4.38 score4.7(6)
1101 A Walpert St., Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents praise the facility for its dedicated staff and quality care, describing it as a loving, family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight the center's effective programs and positive impact on children's lives and development.
caring and loving stafffamily-oriented atmospherequality programsdedicated to improving quality of life - 5Cfcs Head Start - Sunset4.32 score4.4(20)
22100 Princeton, Hayward, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 56 children
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Hayward Adult School, not CFCS HEAD START - SUNSET daycare. The reviews praise the adult school's GED and diploma programs, helpful staff, and convenient location, but do not contain information about the daycare center.
Friendly and dedicated staffhelpful teachersconvenient locationwell-organized - 6Li'L Angels At Ruus4.31 score4.5(8)
28924 Ruus Road, Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children
Lil Angels at Ruus receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental progress in academics and social skills. However, one parent raised serious concerns about security protocols and child care during drop-off/pick-up times, as well as questions about adequate nutrition.
caring and gentle teachersclean facilitybalanced learning and play activitiesage-appropriate curriculum - 7Eyes On You Day Care Center4.18 score4.3(7)
21753 Vallejo St., Hayward, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Eyes On You Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, particularly director Lolita, for their communication, professionalism, and ability to support child development including speech improvement and social skills. Children reportedly adjust well and enjoy attending. One parent noted a negative recent experience in 2020 that led to withdrawal.
Caring and professional staffstrong communication with parentsclean and bright classroomshelps with speech delays and learning - 8Cfcs Head Start Center - Bidwell4.13 score4.2(10)
175 Fairway Steet, Hayward, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children
Parents praise the daycare's pleasant surroundings, quiet neighborhood location, and outdoor space with fields for children to play. Most reviews are positive, though some lack substantive detail about the actual daycare experience.
Quiet neighborhoodoutdoor play areas and fieldsnice surroundingsrelaxing environment
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Highest rated daycares in Hayward based on parent reviews
Royal Kids Academy
30126 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA
Royal Kids Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report seeing significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and learning skills, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with strong parent communication and leadership.
A Joyful Noise Learning Center
26555 Gading Road, Hayward, CA
A Joyful Noise Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Parents appreciate the daily photo updates, religious/biblical education, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and emotionally since enrolling.
Husd Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner
23640 Reed Way, Hayward, CA
Parents consistently praise HUSD Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner for its caring, warm environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their excellence and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for its security measures and successful preparation of students for kindergarten.
The Arc Of Alameda Co. First Step Children'S Ctr.
1101 A Walpert St., Hayward, CA
Parents praise the facility for its dedicated staff and quality care, describing it as a loving, family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight the center's effective programs and positive impact on children's lives and development.
Li'L Angels At Ruus
28924 Ruus Road, Hayward, CA
Lil Angels at Ruus receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental progress in academics and social skills. However, one parent raised serious concerns about security protocols and child care during drop-off/pick-up times, as well as questions about adequate nutrition.
Cherubim'S Children'S Center
30540 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Hayward, California
There are 38 child daycare & preschools in Hayward, California, making up 79% of the 48 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 Hayward, 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 Hayward
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- 625 Berry Avenue, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 728-0649
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- 17115 Meekland Ave, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 481-7320
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- 2894 D Street, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 888-9122
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- 25555 Hesperian Boulevard, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 723-6684
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- 30540 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 471-7713
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- 380 Elmhurst Street, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 786-1289
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- 24100 Amador Street, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 897-6900
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- 680 West Tennyson Rd, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 782-6084
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- 20450 Royal Ave, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 317-4400
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- 380 Elmhurst Street, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 786-1289
A Joyful Noise Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Parents appreciate the daily photo updates, religious/biblical education, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and emotionally since enrolling.
- Address
- 26555 Gading Road, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 782-8593
Parents consistently praise HUSD Child Dev. Program - Helen Turner for its caring, warm environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their excellence and genuine care for children. The facility is noted for its security measures and successful preparation of students for kindergarten.
- Address
- 23640 Reed Way, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 783-3793
Royal Kids Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report seeing significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and learning skills, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with strong parent communication and leadership.
- Address
- 30126 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 489-5437
Parents praise the facility for its dedicated staff and quality care, describing it as a loving, family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight the center's effective programs and positive impact on children's lives and development.
- Address
- 1101 A Walpert St., Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 582-8151
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- 185 W. Harder Rd, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 887-3025
Lil Angels at Ruus receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental progress in academics and social skills. However, one parent raised serious concerns about security protocols and child care during drop-off/pick-up times, as well as questions about adequate nutrition.
- Address
- 28924 Ruus Road, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 670-9007
Eyes On You Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, particularly director Lolita, for their communication, professionalism, and ability to support child development including speech improvement and social skills. Children reportedly adjust well and enjoy attending. One parent noted a negative recent experience in 2020 that led to withdrawal.
- Address
- 21753 Vallejo St., Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 581-6432
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- 24823 Soto Road, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 582-1792
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- 1836 B Street, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 581-9007
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- 1836 B St., Hayward, CA
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- (510) 581-9007
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- 31145 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA
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- (510) 999-6532
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- 26221 Gading Rd., Hayward, CA
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- (510) 786-3641
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- 495 Wyeth Rd, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 723-3880
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- 520 Jefferson Street, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 582-1743
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- 411 Larchmont St, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 723-3875
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- 31410 Wheelon Avenue, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 324-3499
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- 585 Willow Avenue, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 582-1737
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- 2500 Hansen Rd., Hayward, CA
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- (510) 925-8545
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- 493 Blanche Street, Hayward, CA
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- (510) 475-1762
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- 23515 Maud Ave, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 723-3880
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- 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
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