How do I choose the right daycare in Lakeside?

When choosing a daycare in Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, California (8 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 Lakeside for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lakeside

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 Choice Academy

4.64 score

4.8(20)

12464 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

Children's Choice Academy Lakeside receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, safe and nurturing environment, strong child development, and excellent communication through apps and daily updates. Families report their children are happy, thriving, and transitioning smoothly between age groups.

Warm and welcoming staffPatient and caring teachersSafe and clean facilityStrong child development and learning opportunities

The Learning Academy

4.62 score

5(8)

11646 Riverside Drive, Lakeside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Parents consistently praise The Learning Academy for its caring, personalized approach to education spanning preschool through 6th grade. They highlight strong teacher-student relationships, small class sizes, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple reviews credit director Mrs. George and staff for making a significant positive impact on their children's development and academic progress.

Small class sizeslow student-to-teacher ratiopersonalized attentioncaring and dedicated staff

Lakeside Presb Preschool & Children'S Ctr

4.55 score

5(6)

9908 Channel Rd, Lakeside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children

Lakeside Presbyterian Preschool & Children's Center receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated staff, strong educational curriculum that prepares children for elementary school, and welcoming community environment. The facility's faith-based approach, spacious playground, and safety features are also frequently highlighted as key strengths.

caring and nurturing teachersengaging curriculumfaith-based educationwell-prepared for kindergarten/elementary school

Montessori East County Preschool

3.94 score

3.9(8)

9840 Maine Avenue, Lakeside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

Montessori East County Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's warmth and care, with parents reporting significant child development and a family-like atmosphere. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about child safety incidents, inadequate incident response, and inappropriate dismissal of a child with medical needs without proper communication.

Friendly and caring staffattentive teacherschild development and progresswelcoming atmosphere

Montessori East County Preschool-Infant

3.94 score

3.9(8)

9836 Maine Avenue, Lakeside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children

Montessori East County Preschool-Infant receives mostly high praise for caring staff, developmental progress, and engaging activities, but two parents reported serious concerns about child safety incidents, inadequate incident response, and abrupt dismissal of a child with medical needs.

Friendly and caring staffattentive teachers who greet children warmlyvisible developmental progressengaging seasonal activities and crafts

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lakeside, California

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Lakeside, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Lakeside, 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

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 Lakeside for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Lakeside 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 Lakeside, California