Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Los Angeles, CA
Compare 554 child daycare & preschools in Los Angeles. Average rating: 4.39/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Los Angeles, California at a glance
- Programs
- 554
- Avg rating
- 4.39/5
- Parent reviews
- 2,408
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 220
Los Angeles has 554 licensed child daycare & preschools with 2,408 parent reviews averaging 4.39/5.220 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 58% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 90063 (avg 5 stars), while 90034 has the largest selection (19 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
- 1Building Blocks Christian Academy4.75 score5(15)
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 - 2Hollywood Preschool Kindergarten4.75 score5(15)
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 - 3Los Feliz Nursery School4.74 score5(14)
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 - 4Young Ye Nursery School INC.4.72 score5(13)
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) - 5Le Petit Gan4.72 score4.9(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 - 6John Tracy Clinic4.72 score4.9(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 - 7Got Game Sports4.72 score4.9(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 - 8Creative Mind Preschool4.71 score5(12)
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 - 9Montessori Preschool4.71 score5(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 - 10Kycc Children'S Center4.67 score5(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.
Rating Distribution
Based on 379 daycares with Google ratings in Los Angeles
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 2,408 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Los Angeles, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Los Angeles zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90063 | 8 | 5 | 1 | |
| 90049 | 11 | 4.82 | 5 | |
| 90029 | 7 | 4.82 | 5 | |
| 90026 | 14 | 4.82 | 9 | |
| 90025 | 10 | 4.8 | 4 | |
| 90064 | 10 | 4.78 | 4 | |
| 90034 | 19 | 4.78 | 10 | |
| 90022 | 18 | 4.78 | 5 | |
| 90066 | 18 | 4.71 | 8 | |
| 90005 | 11 | 4.71 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Los Angeles (9–415 children)
Small
up to 30 children
216
Medium
31–75 children
316
Large
76–150 children
129
Very Large
150+ children
32
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Los Angeles based on parent reviews
Building Blocks Christian Academy
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.
Hollywood Preschool Kindergarten
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.
Young Ye Nursery School INC.
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.
Le Petit Gan
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.
John Tracy Clinic
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.
Got Game Sports
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.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Los Angeles, California
Navigating childcare options in Los Angeles becomes significantly easier with our curated directory of 554 facilities, ranging from independent preschools to foundation-supported early learning centers. Parents frequently highlight safe environments and friendly staff as key reasons their children enjoy attending these programs. For those seeking exceptional ratings, the 90068 zip code stands out with an average score of 5/5 across its three listed centers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Los Angeles have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 across 379 rated facilities, with 58% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.76 stars. Our analysis covers 2,408 parent reviews. Parents in Los Angeles most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, clean facilities, and children enjoy attending.
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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Parents highlight the center's friendly and awesome staff, noting that teachers provide excellent attention and help children learn significantly. One reviewer specifically appreciated the attentive care provided to their daughter.
- Address
- 3917 Clinton Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 664-1024
Deliberate Creations Child Dev. Ctr/Heavenly Vision receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reviews praising the caring staff, safe environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center has a strong reputation built over 40 years, with multi-generational families continuing to enroll their children. However, one review alleges animal abuse on the property, which other parents dispute.
- Address
- 255 W. 85th St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 834-8825
Agape Christian Center is highly rated for its Bible-based teachings and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents praise the pastors, Bible study programs, and facility cleanliness. The church is described as warm and open to addressing questions about Christianity.
- Address
- 933 S. Lake St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 381-3072
Parents consistently praise The Garden Cooperative Nursery School as an exceptional, community-focused preschool that prioritizes child-led, play-based learning. Reviews highlight the progressive, inclusive environment where children thrive and the strong sense of community among families. Teachers and staff receive high marks for being thoughtful and supportive.
- Address
- 3602 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 258-4525
Gates Street Early Education Center receives predominantly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the school's educational quality, nurturing environment, and staff dedication. Parents highlight specific staff members for their professionalism and care with children. One parent expressed dissatisfaction with staff professionalism and training.
- Address
- 2306 Thomas Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 222-0277
Parents highlight the school's friendly, welcoming, and caring staff, noting that children have learned significantly and found transitioning to kindergarten academically easier. Reviewers also mention that the hands-on approach and specific teachers have been positive factors for their children's development and enjoyment.
- Address
- 242 West 75th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 753-1177
- Address
- 1645 N. Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 708-8577
Hobart Early Education Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational quality, and happy children. One negative review raises concerns about the principal's management style and treatment of staff. The facility has a strong reputation spanning decades.
- Address
- 982 South Serrano Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 380-0411
Le Jardin des Enfants is highly regarded by parents for its nurturing teachers, French language immersion program, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently praise the caring environment, small class sizes, and strong teacher-student connections. One recent reviewer reported the facility appeared closed with no website updates.
- Address
- 400 W. 9th Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 533-9331
Moore's Day Care Preparatory School receives predominantly positive reviews (8 five-star ratings) with parents praising the caring staff, structured learning curriculum, and safe environment. One parent reported neglectful care in the infant center, citing a child being left crying without attention.
- Address
- 1700 W. 120th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 242-9500
New Horizon Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and loving staff who help children adjust and thrive. Parents highlight the small class sizes, structured curriculum including Arabic language instruction, and strong communication with families.
- Address
- 434 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 480-3145
Several parents highlight the school as a family-oriented environment with experienced, caring teachers who foster significant educational and social growth in their children. Conversely, one review describes a negative experience where a child exhibited signs of distress and regression, citing forced nap time, perceived bullying, and insensitive teacher responses.
- Address
- 329 N. Arizona Ave, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 269-4085
- Address
- 4001 N. Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 225-0151
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating. However, the reviews appear to be primarily about a COVID-19 testing and vaccination clinic rather than the daycare center itself. Parents praise the friendly staff, efficient service, and professional care provided.
- Address
- 1910 Magnolia Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 342-0140
Parents describe the center as a magical, play-based preschool with a safe facility and dedicated staff who have high retention rates. Reviewers highlight the variety of activities, including gym, music, and arts and crafts, as well as the convenience of provided snacks, diapers, and extended care options.
- Address
- 1260 N. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 422-9690
Parents consistently praise DIG Childhood Center for its play-based, child-led curriculum and exceptionally caring teachers who prioritize social-emotional development and genuine childhood experiences. Families highlight the outdoor learning environment, supportive parent community, and meaningful transformations in their children's happiness and engagement. Multiple parents report choosing DIG over other highly-regarded local preschools after touring alternatives.
- Address
- 3840 Grandview Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (424) 272-8988
Exposition Park Montessori Childcare Center receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise its educational approach and developmental focus. Parents report their children make significant developmental progress, benefit from small class sizes and consistent caregivers, and appreciate the center's affordability and flexible hours. The director is noted as responsive to parent concerns.
- Address
- 1024 W. 38th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 766-6102
Parents praise Jim Gilliam Child Care Center as a safe, well-maintained facility with plenty of activities for children and adults. Reviewers highlight the beautiful grounds, polite staff, and welcoming atmosphere. The center offers various recreational opportunities including hiking and programs like the Sunday Morning Circle.
- Address
- 4000 So. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 291-5929
Parents consistently praise Adams Child Development Program for its small class sizes, individualized attention, and dedicated staff. The center is particularly noted for its strong support of children with special needs, including on-site occupational therapy and speech therapy services. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with staff going above and beyond to support both children and families.
- Address
- 2225 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 735-1424
- Address
- 6310 Aldama Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 543-8100
A few parents describe this family-owned center as an excellent, inclusive environment for babies, highlighting home-cooked meals and staff who are good with children. The feedback emphasizes a home-like atmosphere without noting specific complaints.
- Address
- 10411 South Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 755-6151
- Address
- 555 S. Wilton Place, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 448-6773
Parents consistently praise Ralph M. Parsons Pre-School for its family-like environment, dedicated staff, and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Children reportedly learn significantly and advance ahead of their peers, with parents highlighting the clean campus, diverse community, and engaging field trips and events.
- Address
- 841 W. Martin Luther King Jr., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 763-5119
These reviews do not pertain to the daycare facility. Instead, they describe experiences at Sony Pictures Studios tour in Los Angeles, including studio tours, historic locations, and on-lot visits. No actual parent reviews of the childcare center were provided.
- Address
- 3845 Clarington Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 244-4000
- Address
- 1 Gateway Plaza 99-Pl-7, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 922-4453
- Address
- 7720 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 758-1136
Torat Hayim Hebrew Academy receives consistently high ratings (5/5) with parents praising its excellent education, caring teachers, and strong anti-bullying initiatives. The school serves families from pre-K through middle school with rigorous academics and personalized high school placement support. Many reviews also highlight the synagogue's active prayer services and welcoming community.
- Address
- 1210 S. Lacienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 652-8349
Parents highlight the program's effectiveness for children with special needs, noting significant developmental progress in mobility and communication. One reviewer from decades ago recalls a supportive environment that fostered long-term success, while current families appreciate the dedicated teachers.
- Address
- 1000 Veteran Ave 23-31/24-17, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 825-4821
Faith Children's Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring, professional staff and child development programs. Parents highlight the center's community support services, including free food programs and summer programs. One negative review references poor communication and dismissive behavior from staff regarding a child's injuries.
- Address
- 2057 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 754-2122
Angelina Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight attentive and caring teachers, safe environments, bilingual education (English and Spanish), and strong school-readiness focus. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in their care.
- Address
- 1336 Angelina Street, #108, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 481-0227
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