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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Ione, CA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Ione. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ione, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Ione has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 30 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ione

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.

  1. 1
    Ione-Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    108 W. Marlette Street, Ione, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    IONE-AMADOR TUOLUMNE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY is praised for its exceptionally helpful and friendly staff who provide comprehensive community resources and assistance. Parents consistently report positive experiences with services including housing, food assistance, and other support programs. The organization is noted for its compassionate, non-judgmental approach to helping families in need.

    Helpful and friendly staffcomprehensive community resourceshousing and food assistance programsnon-judgmental service
  2. 2
    Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency Head Start
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    108 West Marlette St., Ione, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise AMADOR-TUOLUMNE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY HEAD START for its exceptionally helpful and friendly staff. The facility is recognized as a valuable community resource offering extensive support services including housing assistance, food assistance, and marriage services. Reviewers appreciate the non-judgmental approach and comprehensive resources available to families.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Ione

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ione (12–24 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ione based on parent reviews

Ione-Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency

4.8(15)

108 W. Marlette Street, Ione, CA

IONE-AMADOR TUOLUMNE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY is praised for its exceptionally helpful and friendly staff who provide comprehensive community resources and assistance. Parents consistently report positive experiences with services including housing, food assistance, and other support programs. The organization is noted for its compassionate, non-judgmental approach to helping families in need.

Helpful and friendly staffcomprehensive community resourceshousing and food assistance programs

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Daycare types in Ione

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Ione, California

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Ione, California, making up 67% of the 3 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 Ione have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ione, 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 Ione

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Ione-Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

IONE-AMADOR TUOLUMNE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY is praised for its exceptionally helpful and friendly staff who provide comprehensive community resources and assistance. Parents consistently report positive experiences with services including housing, food assistance, and other support programs. The organization is noted for its compassionate, non-judgmental approach to helping families in need.

Helpful and friendly staffcomprehensive community resourceshousing and food assistance programs
Address
108 W. Marlette Street, Ione, CA
Phone
(209) 274-0395
Ione State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
415 South Ione, Ione, CA
Phone
(209) 274-4788

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Ione, California, out of 3 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 Ione have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ione, 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
Ione offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Ione for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ione 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.