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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Los Alamitos, CA

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Los Alamitos. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Los Alamitos, California at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
7
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Los Alamitos offers 8 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 90720 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Los Alamitos

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 Los Alamitos, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
8 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Los Alamitos zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9072011
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Los Alamitos (14–127 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Los Alamitos based on parent reviews

Los Alamitos Little Lamb Christian Childcare Ctr.

5(4)

4000 Green Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA

Parents highlight the warm, Christian-focused environment and highly attentive staff, noting significant developmental progress in their children, including speech and academic skills. Families report high satisfaction with the safe and fun atmosphere, often mentioning that children enjoy attending and learn extensively before kindergarten.

Christian foundation

Rossmoor Children'S Center

5(1)

4161 Green Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA

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Daycare types in Los Alamitos

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Los Alamitos, California

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Los Alamitos, California, making up 73% of the 11 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 Los Alamitos 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 7 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Los Alamitos, 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 Los Alamitos

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Los Alamitos Little Lamb Christian Childcare Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the warm, Christian-focused environment and highly attentive staff, noting significant developmental progress in their children, including speech and academic skills. Families report high satisfaction with the safe and fun atmosphere, often mentioning that children enjoy attending and learn extensively before kindergarten.

Christian foundation
Address
4000 Green Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 493-4841
Rossmoor Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4161 Green Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 431-6553
Los Alamitos Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12582 Kensington Road, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 799-4585
Los Alamitos Child Development Center-Lee Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11481 Foster Road, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 799-4540
Los Alamitos Child Development Center/Lae
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10862 Bloomfield Street, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 799-4585
Los Alamitos Child Development Center-Weaver Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11872 Wembley Road, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 799-4585
Los Alamitos Child Development Ctr-Rossmoor Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3272 Shakespeare Drive, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 799-4520
Rossmoor Playschool Ladybird INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10771 Reagan Street, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 594-3842

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Los Alamitos, California, out of 11 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 Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos, 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
Los Alamitos offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Los Alamitos for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Los Alamitos 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.