Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Menlo Park, CA
Compare 24 child daycare & preschools in Menlo Park. Average rating: 4.31/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Menlo Park, California at a glance
- Programs
- 24
- Avg rating
- 4.31/5
- Parent reviews
- 67
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
Menlo Park has 24 licensed child daycare & preschools with 67 parent reviews averaging 4.31/5.The largest concentration is in 94025 with 28 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Menlo Park
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.
- 1Bright Angel Academy4.1 score4.2(5)
695 Bay Road, Menlo Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Parents consistently praise Bright Angel Academy for its caring teachers, beautiful facilities, and positive learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from the Montessori-based educational approach. The center serves multiple age groups from infants through preschool.
Caring and nice teachersexcellent facilitiesMontessori education approachmultiple age-appropriate classes - 2Bright Angel Montessori Academy4.1 score4.2(5)
687 Bay Road, Menlo Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Parents consistently praise Bright Angel Montessori Academy for its caring teachers, beautiful facilities, and quality Montessori education. Multiple families report their children enjoy attending and are happy with the overall environment. The center serves infants through preschool-age children.
caring and nice teachersbeautiful facilitiesquality Montessori educationchildren enjoy attending - 3Toddle3.95 score3.9(5)
3131 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Menlo Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children
TODDLE receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attended, praising the dedicated staff, small class sizes, inquiry-based learning, and strong community feel. However, two negative reviews cite poor customer service during a tour and facility limitations.
Dedicated and experienced staffsmall student-to-teacher ratioinquiry-based learning approachwelcoming community - 4All Five @ Belle Haven (Ps)3.93 score3.9(11)
415 Ivy Drive Ptbl 15, Menlo Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
All Five @ Belle Haven receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the nurturing environment, strong social-emotional learning approach, and dedicated staff, reporting significant positive development in their children. However, a small number of parents report serious concerns about inadequate supervision, failure to address bullying and physical injuries, and lack of behavioral boundaries.
Nurturing and supportive teaching approachstrong social-emotion - 5Jobtrain INC Child Dev Ctr3.93 score3.9(13)
1200 O'Brien Drive, Menlo Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
This appears to be a job training center, not a daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (9 five-star ratings) praising instructors, practical skills training, and career support, but two negative reviews cite enrollment delays and poor customer service.
Engaging and supportive instructorspractical hands-on trainingfree or affordable coursesjob placement assistance
Rating Distribution
Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in Menlo Park
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Menlo Park, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Menlo Park zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94025 | 28 | 4.31 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Menlo Park (23–120 children)
Small
up to 30 children
10
Medium
31–75 children
13
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Menlo Park based on parent reviews
Building Kidz Of Menlo Park
490 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA
Parents highlight the experienced and caring teaching team, particularly Darcy, Danielle, and Sylvia, for fostering a nurturing environment that supports academic, social, and emotional growth. Families appreciate the mixed-age format and the emphasis on performance arts, including weekly music and dance classes that culminate in student performances.
Bright Angel Academy
695 Bay Road, Menlo Park, CA
Parents consistently praise Bright Angel Academy for its caring teachers, beautiful facilities, and positive learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from the Montessori-based educational approach. The center serves multiple age groups from infants through preschool.
Bright Angel Montessori Academy
687 Bay Road, Menlo Park, CA
Parents consistently praise Bright Angel Montessori Academy for its caring teachers, beautiful facilities, and quality Montessori education. Multiple families report their children enjoy attending and are happy with the overall environment. The center serves infants through preschool-age children.
City Of Menlo Park-Belle Haven Child Dev Center
410 Ivy Drive, Menlo Park, CA
City Of Menlo Park-Menlo Children'S Ctr-Preschool
801 Laurel St., Rm 104 & 108, Menlo Park, CA
Wund3rschool
1215 O'Brien Drive, Menlo Park, CA
Parents highlight the school's nurturing staff, small class sizes, and STEAM enrichment, with one family noting their daughter's quick adjustment and daily communication. However, a single review cites administrative disorganization and alleged threats regarding online feedback.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Menlo Park, California
There are 24 child daycare & preschools in Menlo Park, California, making up 86% of the 28 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 Menlo Park have an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 29% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 67 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Menlo Park, 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 Menlo Park
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Parents highlight the experienced and caring teaching team, particularly Darcy, Danielle, and Sylvia, for fostering a nurturing environment that supports academic, social, and emotional growth. Families appreciate the mixed-age format and the emphasis on performance arts, including weekly music and dance classes that culminate in student performances.
- Address
- 490 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 324-3668
- Address
- 950 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 323-8667
- Address
- 107 Clover Lane, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 322-0192
Parents consistently praise Bright Angel Academy for its caring teachers, beautiful facilities, and positive learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from the Montessori-based educational approach. The center serves multiple age groups from infants through preschool.
- Address
- 695 Bay Road, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 485-2722
Parents consistently praise Bright Angel Montessori Academy for its caring teachers, beautiful facilities, and quality Montessori education. Multiple families report their children enjoy attending and are happy with the overall environment. The center serves infants through preschool-age children.
- Address
- 687 Bay Road, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 485-2722
- Address
- 410 Ivy Drive, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 330-2270
- Address
- 801 Laurel St., Rm 104 & 108, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 330-2260
- Address
- 1100 Middle Avenue, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 325-2190
Parents highlight the school's nurturing staff, small class sizes, and STEAM enrichment, with one family noting their daughter's quick adjustment and daily communication. However, a single review cites administrative disorganization and alleged threats regarding online feedback.
- Address
- 1215 O'Brien Drive, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 382-9308
All Five @ Belle Haven receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the nurturing environment, strong social-emotional learning approach, and dedicated staff, reporting significant positive development in their children. However, a small number of parents report serious concerns about inadequate supervision, failure to address bullying and physical injuries, and lack of behavioral boundaries.
- Address
- 415 Ivy Drive Ptbl 15, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 387-8268
This appears to be a job training center, not a daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (9 five-star ratings) praising instructors, practical skills training, and career support, but two negative reviews cite enrollment delays and poor customer service.
- Address
- 1200 O'Brien Drive, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 330-6416
TODDLE receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attended, praising the dedicated staff, small class sizes, inquiry-based learning, and strong community feel. However, two negative reviews cite poor customer service during a tour and facility limitations.
- Address
- 3131 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 485-2338
A parent notes their three-year-old daughter loves the school due to positive interactions with staff and the director, while another highlights how the combination of play and education helped their child thrive. A third review describes the preschool as being located in a quiet area.
- Address
- 641 Coleman Ave, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 322-3535
- Address
- 260 Van Buren Avenue, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 325-8719
- Address
- 2066 Avy Avenue, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 854-6993
- Address
- 1895 Oak Knoll Lane, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 345-4043
- Address
- 475 Pope Street, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 324-8617
- Address
- 1075 Cloud Avenue, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 854-4973
MSD GeoKids receives mostly positive reviews (5 of 6 ratings are 5/5 stars). Parents praise the caring teachers, hands-on management, thoughtful Reggio Emilia curriculum, extended hours, and beautiful facilities. One parent reported concerns about behavioral management and inclusion practices in their child's classroom.
- Address
- 345 Middlefield Rd. M/S 204, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 329-4236
- Address
- 920 Peninsula Way, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 325-1584
- Address
- 1211 Arbor Road, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 322-2312
- Address
- 275 Elliott Drive, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 346-3474
- Address
- 330 Ravenswood Ave., Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 322-2628
MSD GeoKids is highly rated by most parents, praised for caring teachers, thoughtful Reggio Emilia-based curriculum, convenient hours, and beautiful facilities. One parent reported significant concerns about conflict resolution and teacher response to bullying in their child's classroom a few years ago.
- Address
- 345 Middlefield Rd. M/S 204, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 329-4236
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