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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Mendocino, CA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Mendocino. Average rating: 4.85/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mendocino, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.85/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Mendocino has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.85/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mendocino

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
    Community Center Of Mendocino
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    998 Pine Street, Mendocino, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Community Center of Mendocino receives consistently high ratings (all 5-star reviews) for its well-maintained historic building and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the facility's versatility as a community gathering space with excellent amenities including a playground, dog park, and community garden.

    friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful well-maintained buildingplayground with classic slideample parking

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Mendocino

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mendocino (26–90 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mendocino based on parent reviews

Community Center Of Mendocino

4.7(20)

998 Pine Street, Mendocino, CA

Community Center of Mendocino receives consistently high ratings (all 5-star reviews) for its well-maintained historic building and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the facility's versatility as a community gathering space with excellent amenities including a playground, dog park, and community garden.

friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful well-maintained buildingplayground with classic slide

Rainbow Preschool

5

44831 Main Street, Mendocino, CA

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Mendocino, California

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Mendocino, California. 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 Mendocino have an average rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Mendocino, 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 Mendocino

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Rainbow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
44831 Main Street, Mendocino, CA
Phone
(707) 937-4913
Community Center Of Mendocino
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Community Center of Mendocino receives consistently high ratings (all 5-star reviews) for its well-maintained historic building and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the facility's versatility as a community gathering space with excellent amenities including a playground, dog park, and community garden.

friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful well-maintained buildingplayground with classic slide
Address
998 Pine Street, Mendocino, CA
Phone
(707) 367-0605

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mendocino, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Mendocino have an average Google rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mendocino, 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 Mendocino for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mendocino 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.