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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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Golden Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Golden Academy Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facilities, professional and caring staff, and safe environment. Parents report their children are engaged, learning, and excited about attending. However, one parent reported poor customer service regarding disability accommodations.

Clean facilitiesprofessional staffcaring teachers
Address
1362 E. 41st, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 810-3220
Little Scholars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Little Scholars Academy for its caring staff, educational focus, and strong family communication through daily app updates and school events. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, professional approach, and the director's hospitality, with children reportedly thriving academically and socially.

Caring and professional staffDirector Crystal's welcoming demeanordaily photo/video updates via app
Address
4168 West Slauson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 401-7101
Marvin Avenue Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2341 South Curson, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 933-5882
Meridian Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
6124 Ruby Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 254-6749
Olive Tree Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1318 S. Berendo St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 378-0512
Glassell Park Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Glassell Park Early Education Center receives mostly positive feedback regarding its teaching quality and staff kindness. However, one parent reported significant administrative issues including poor communication, missed deadlines, and lack of follow-up during the enrollment process.

helpful and kind staffgood teachersquality instruction
Address
3003 North Carlyle Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 221-1008
West Hollywood Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

West Hollywood Children's Academy receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the school's balanced approach to creative and academic learning, warm and caring staff, and enriching extracurricular activities. Parents consistently report significant child development gains and appreciate the affordable pricing, healthy organic meals, and excellent parent communication through the Brightwheel app.

Warm and caring teachersbalanced academics and creative playenriching extracurriculars (Spanish
Address
1030 N. Vista Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 512-3946
Evergreen Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1027 N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 269-0406
Gratts Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1415 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 481-3230
Monte Vista Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
5509 Ash Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 258-3842
Anna Bing Arnold Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2301 No. Levanda Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 343-2470
Beverly Christian Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
224 N. Serrano Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 668-1644
Bill Cruz Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1020 S. Valencia Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 388-6485
Mersil'S Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
400 North Kenmore Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 669-2829
Kenmore Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
400 N. Kenmore Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 669-2829
Grant Street Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Grant Street Early Education Center receives mostly positive reviews praising dedicated teachers, strong parent communication, and a warm learning environment. However, there are complaints from neighbors about parking/driveway blocking and noise from drum activities during school hours.

Experienced and caring teachersmonthly parent check-insdetailed daily updates on children's progress
Address
1559 N. St. Andrews Pl., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 463-4112
La Casita Verde Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
4601 N. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 222-7001
Rainbow Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
938 S. Menlo Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 389-1155
Anna Bing Arnold Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2301 N. Levanda Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 343-2470
The Journey Begins Infant Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Journey Begins Infant Care Center has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents praising the caring teachers, open communication, and family-like environment. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving a child's broken arm that occurred at the facility, alleging inadequate supervision and problematic handling by management afterward.

Caring and warm teachersopen communication with parentsflexible room placement
Address
6438 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 551-5922
The Canyon School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

THE CANYON SCHOOL INC. is a co-op based daycare in Los Angeles with highly polarized reviews. Four parents gave 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, particularly teacher Ms. Celia, and the school's socialization opportunities and frequent field trips. One parent gave 1-star due to severe communication problems, unprofessional director behavior, and administrative disorganization.

Caring and loving staffexperienced teacher (Ms. Celia)effective discipline approach
Address
1820 No Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 464-7507
Jardin De Ninos Infant Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Jardin de Ninos Infant Care Center is a long-established daycare with mostly positive feedback. Parents praise the caring staff, outdoor activities, and homemade meals, though one parent reported lost items and an unhappy experience.

Kind and respectful staffoutdoor play timehomemade meals and snacks
Address
2422 Manitou, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 223-1230
Community Child Dev. Ctr. Of Little Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Most parents praise Little Angels for its caring staff, developmental programming, and engaging activities that keep children excited about attending. However, one parent reported a serious injury incident with inadequate follow-up communication, raising concerns about supervision and responsiveness.

Staff treated as familystrong developmental growth in language and mathengaging activities and field trips
Address
3808 West 54th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 299-0189
Antoine'S Little Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Antoine's Little Angels receives mostly positive reviews praising staff, activities, and children's developmental growth. However, there is one serious complaint about a child's injury and perceived lack of accountability, and another unverified complaint about scam texts.

Staff professionalism and kindnessDirectors described as caringchildren's language and math development
Address
11111 S. Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 757-3980
Camelot Kids Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2880 Rowena Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 662-2663
Castelar Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
840 Yale Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 624-6740
Community Child Dev. Ctr. Of Little Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Most parents praise Little Angels for strong developmental growth, engaging activities, and caring staff who treat children like family. However, one parent reported a serious injury incident with insufficient response from management. One review appears unrelated to the daycare's services.

Developmental growth in language and mathvariety of activities and field tripscaring and loving staff
Address
3808 West 54th St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 299-0189
Dacotah Street Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the teaching staff at Dacotah Street Early Education Center, with multiple reviewers highlighting their quality and effectiveness. However, concerns have been raised about front office staff professionalism and responsiveness. Overall experiences are mixed, with strong feedback on classroom instruction but complaints about administrative interactions.

Amazing staffgreat teachershelpful
Address
3142 Lydia Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 268-9868
Delaney Wright Fine Arts Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Delaney Wright Fine Arts Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, organized programs, and a nurturing environment with outdoor learning spaces. However, one negative review describes poor caregiver conduct, including labeling a child negatively, forcing nap time despite stated policy, and an unresolved reimbursement dispute.

Caring and dedicated teachersorganized programsspacious play and learning areas
Address
6125 Carlos Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 871-2470
Morning Star Preschool & Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
345 S. St. Andrews Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 387-2828

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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.