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554 Child Daycare & Preschools in Los Angeles, California

Browse all 554 child daycare & preschools in Los Angeles, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Los Angeles

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

    3734 Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Building Blocks Christian Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers, faith-based curriculum, and exceptional facilities—particularly the large outdoor space. Parents report their children show enthusiasm for attending, make significant academic and social-emotional progress, and feel safe and loved.

    Experienced and caring teachersfaith-based education with emphasis on values and character developmentlarge outdoor play spaceclean facilities
  2. 2

    1313 N. Edgemont Street, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Hollywood Preschool & Kindergarten receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for elementary school and joy in attending daily.

    Caring and nurturing teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentiondevelopmentally appropriate activitiessafe and clean environment
  3. 3

    3401 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 28 children

    Los Feliz Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise its co-op model, strong community, and focus on social-emotional learning. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, welcoming environment, and lasting friendships formed through the school. Children show significant developmental growth and are well-prepared for elementary school.

    Co-op model with affordable tuitionstrong parent communityexperienced and caring teacherssocial-emotional learning focus
  4. 4

    851 S. Wilton Place, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Young Ye Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and eager to attend daily. The school is commended for its bilingual Korean-to-English curriculum, on-site nutritious meals, cleanliness, and strong family communication.

    Caring and kind teacherswarm nurturing environmentexperienced and passionate staffbilingual curriculum (Korean to English)
  5. 5
    Le Petit Gan
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1071 South Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Le Petit Gan is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Los Angeles with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, multilingual environment, and focus on child development and safety. Children show significant growth in language skills, social development, and enthusiasm for attending school.

    Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum preparation for kindergartenmultilingual instruction (FrenchHebrew
  6. 6
    John Tracy Clinic
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    806 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Parents consistently praise John Tracy Clinic for exceptional staff professionalism, patience with children, and comprehensive audiological services. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with minimal wait times and thorough post-appointment communication. Multiple reviewers highlight the clinic's specialized approach to serving deaf and hard-of-hearing children and families.

    Friendly and patient staffclean and beautiful facilityquick appointment timesfree parking
  7. 7
    Got Game Sports
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    408 Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Got Game Sports is a highly-rated sports camp and after-school program in Los Angeles with perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the enthusiastic, attentive coaches, well-organized activities, field trips, and the program's ability to make children feel safe and excited to attend. The facility is noted as affordable compared to other LA camps and creates a strong sense of community among participants.

    Excellent coaches who are warm and attentiveengaging and well-organized programschildren excited and eager to attendsafe environment
  8. 8

    5262 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Creative Mind Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and supportive community environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and behavioral areas. The school is noted for excellent communication, enriching programs, and creating a safe, happy space where children thrive.

    Dedicated and loving teachersstrong communication and incident reportingvar
  9. 9
    Montessori Preschool
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    4024 Wade Street, Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Montessori Preschool for its caring staff, thoughtfully designed Montessori curriculum, and nurturing environment that supports both academic and social development. Children show significant growth in reading, math, confidence, and social skills during their time at the school. Multiple parents highlight the director Ms. Virginia's attentiveness and communication, making them feel confident leaving their children in her care.

    Knowledgeable and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with balanced play-based learningattentive teachers who track individual progresswelcoming and nurturing environment
  10. 10
    Kycc Children'S Center
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    1140 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    KYCC Children's Center (also referred to as Kids Town in reviews) is a highly-rated preschool offering a trilingual program in English, Korean, and Spanish with a play-based curriculum. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and knowledgeable teaching staff, affordable pricing, and strong focus on social-emotional learning. The school serves children ages 2-5 and is noted for creating a nurturing, diverse community where children thrive academically and socially.

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Los Angeles based on parent reviews

Building Blocks Christian Academy

5(15)

3734 Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles, CA

Building Blocks Christian Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers, faith-based curriculum, and exceptional facilities—particularly the large outdoor space. Parents report their children show enthusiasm for attending, make significant academic and social-emotional progress, and feel safe and loved.

Experienced and caring teachersfaith-based education with emphasis on values and character developmentlarge outdoor play space

Hollywood Preschool Kindergarten

5(15)

1313 N. Edgemont Street, Los Angeles, CA

Hollywood Preschool & Kindergarten receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for elementary school and joy in attending daily.

Caring and nurturing teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentiondevelopmentally appropriate activities

Young Ye Nursery School INC.

5(13)

851 S. Wilton Place, Los Angeles, CA

Young Ye Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and eager to attend daily. The school is commended for its bilingual Korean-to-English curriculum, on-site nutritious meals, cleanliness, and strong family communication.

Caring and kind teacherswarm nurturing environmentexperienced and passionate staff

Le Petit Gan

4.9(20)

1071 South Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA

Le Petit Gan is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Los Angeles with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, multilingual environment, and focus on child development and safety. Children show significant growth in language skills, social development, and enthusiasm for attending school.

Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum preparation for kindergartenmultilingual instruction (French

John Tracy Clinic

4.9(20)

806 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Parents consistently praise John Tracy Clinic for exceptional staff professionalism, patience with children, and comprehensive audiological services. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with minimal wait times and thorough post-appointment communication. Multiple reviewers highlight the clinic's specialized approach to serving deaf and hard-of-hearing children and families.

Friendly and patient staffclean and beautiful facilityquick appointment times

Got Game Sports

4.9(20)

408 Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA

Got Game Sports is a highly-rated sports camp and after-school program in Los Angeles with perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the enthusiastic, attentive coaches, well-organized activities, field trips, and the program's ability to make children feel safe and excited to attend. The facility is noted as affordable compared to other LA camps and creates a strong sense of community among participants.

Excellent coaches who are warm and attentiveengaging and well-organized programschildren excited and eager to attend

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Los Angeles, California

There are 554 child daycare & preschools in Los Angeles, California, making up 80% of the 693 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 Los Angeles, 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 Angeles

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Hoover Intergenerational Care INC. (Child Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Hoover Intergenerational Care Inc. receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Multiple parents praise the caring teachers, children's enthusiasm, and positive development, while others report serious concerns about staff behavior, unprofessional leadership, high turnover, and inadequate support for children with special needs.

Caring and dedicated teacherschildren excited about attendingprofessional communication with parents
Address
3216 S. Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 748-3700
Thirty Sixth Street Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

This center receives mixed reviews. Two parents praised the quality of education and teacher care, while three parents reported serious concerns including alleged discrimination, inadequate handling of a child's medical condition, failure to address bullying, and unprofessional treatment of parents with disabilities.

Teachers care about childrenquality early education instruction
Address
3556 South St. Andrews Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 734-3644
24th Street Early Ed. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2101 West 24th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 733-2164
St. Anne'S Early Learning Center At San Marino
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
3156 W. San Marino Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 381-2931
Las Flores Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1075 S. Eastman Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 980-5015
Lily Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
610 S. Kingsley Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 739-5744
Loyola Marymount University Children'S Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1 Lmu Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 258-8900
La Santa Cruz State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2747 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 262-1123
Good Samaritan Hospital Pre-School Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1350 Shatto St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 977-2355
Mount St. Mary'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
10 Chester Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 477-2977
Sae Ssak Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

SAE SSAK PRESCHOOL has extremely polarized reviews. Two parents praise the nice staff and summer activities, while four parents report serious concerns including aggressive teacher behavior, inadequate supervision, unsanitary conditions with pest infestations, and safety issues with older students negatively influencing younger children.

Nice staffsummer activitiesafter-school teacher knowledgeable about individual student needs
Address
118 N. Oxford Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 461-3589
Loyola Marymount University Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1 Lmu Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 258-8900
Good Samaritan Infant/Toddler Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1350 Shatto Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 977-2355
One Hundred Twelfth Street Early Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7
Address
1319 East 112th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 567-9631
Placita De Ninos
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.5

Placita de Ninos has received highly polarized reviews. Two parents praised the teachers and campus supervisor, while five parents raised serious safety concerns, including reports of child injuries, alleged inappropriate staff behavior, lack of transparency from administration, and failure to provide injury reports to parents.

Excellent teacherssupportive campus supervisor (Alicia and Lilly mentioned)described as lovely
Address
2661 Pasadena Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 223-2420
Faithful Central Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
2008 W. 70th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 751-4222
Central Region Early Education Center #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
2
Address
120 E. 57th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 846-4880
Childrens Institute/Imperial Courts
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
11425 Gorman Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 385-5100
Los Angeles Early Intervention Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
1936 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 483-3900
Hyde Park Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
6428 11th Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 751-4147
Resurrection Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3360 Opal Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 261-5750
Ramona Opportunity Hs Early Headstart/Cal/Safe
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
231 S. Alma Avenue, Bldg. 4, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 266-7650
Maof Salesian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3218 Wabash Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 707-4603
Maof Child Care Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6110 Holmes Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 585-6181
Palmdale Usd-Wilsona H.S.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
41625 170th St. East, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(661) 273-4710
Encore
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
989 S. St. Andrews Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 249-8658
Cheremoya Avenue Elementary School State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6017 Franklin Avenue, Room 23, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 464-1722
The Children'S Collective INC - Maple Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
255 East 28th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 733-4388
Children Community Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4729 W. Slauson Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 290-0022
Centro De Milagros L.A.C.C. & Develop Council
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1328 James M. Wood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 382-4081

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Frequently asked questions

There are 554 child daycare & preschools daycares in Los Angeles, California, out of 693 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 Los Angeles, 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 Angeles offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 554 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 84 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 16 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 39 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 Angeles for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Los Angeles 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.