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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Millbrae, CA

Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Millbrae. Average rating: 4.17/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Millbrae, California at a glance

Programs
9
Avg rating
4.17/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Millbrae has 9 licensed child daycare & preschools with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.17/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 94030 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Millbrae

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.

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    Community Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    450 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    Community Care Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balanced curriculum combining academic learning with play, excellent parent communication through daily photos/updates, and significant developmental growth in their children across social, emotional, and academic domains.

    Warm and caring teachersage-appropriate class groupinghands-

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Millbrae

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Millbrae, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.06avg rating
9 daycares · 7 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Millbrae zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9403010
4.17
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Millbrae (30–88 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Millbrae based on parent reviews

Community Preschool

4.8(20)

450 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae, CA

Community Care Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balanced curriculum combining academic learning with play, excellent parent communication through daily photos/updates, and significant developmental growth in their children across social, emotional, and academic domains.

Warm and caring teachersage-appropriate class groupinghands-

Happy Hall Schools INC.Dba Club Happy Hall Meadows

5(4)

1101 Helen Drive, Rm.25, Millbrae, CA

Parents highlight the program's family-like atmosphere, noting that staff treat children with genuine care and provide exceptional academic support alongside structured activities. Reviewers appreciate the flexible scheduling, responsive director, and engaging seasonal events that foster a safe and fun environment for after-school and camp programs.

family-like staffacademic assistancestructured play

Millbrae Montessori School INC.

5(2)

797 Santa Margarita Avenue, Millbrae, CA

Millbrae Nursery School INC

4.6(3)

86 Center St., Millbrae, CA

One parent highlights the nurturing atmosphere, animal care, and expert staff, while another notes the program's focus on play and parent involvement. A third reviewer expresses concern over unqualified, family-hired staff and inconsistent teaching quality.

caring atmospherenurturing environmentanimal care

Calvary Lutheran Day Nursery

5(1)

401 Santa Lucia Avenue, Millbrae, CA

A Child'S Way

2

817 Murchison Drive, Millbrae, CA

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Daycare types in Millbrae

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Millbrae, California

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Millbrae, California, making up 90% of the 10 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 Millbrae have an average rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Millbrae, 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 Millbrae

Showing 9 results

Calvary Lutheran Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 Santa Lucia Avenue, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 588-2840
Millbrae Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
797 Santa Margarita Avenue, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 588-2229
Happy Hall Schools INC.Dba Club Happy Hall Meadows
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the program's family-like atmosphere, noting that staff treat children with genuine care and provide exceptional academic support alongside structured activities. Reviewers appreciate the flexible scheduling, responsive director, and engaging seasonal events that foster a safe and fun environment for after-school and camp programs.

family-like staffacademic assistancestructured play
Address
1101 Helen Drive, Rm.25, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 872-2585
Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Community Care Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balanced curriculum combining academic learning with play, excellent parent communication through daily photos/updates, and significant developmental growth in their children across social, emotional, and academic domains.

Warm and caring teachersage-appropriate class groupinghands-
Address
450 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 652-4504
Millbrae Nursery School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

One parent highlights the nurturing atmosphere, animal care, and expert staff, while another notes the program's focus on play and parent involvement. A third reviewer expresses concern over unqualified, family-hired staff and inconsistent teaching quality.

caring atmospherenurturing environmentanimal care
Address
86 Center St., Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 589-3028
A Child'S Way
Child Daycare & Preschools
2
Address
817 Murchison Drive, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 697-4760
A Child'S Way II - An Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2
Address
817 Murchison Drive, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 697-4760
Club Happy Hall Green Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
401 Ludeman Ln. Port.B & Audit, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 872-2582
Nurture And Nature
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
797 C Santa Margarita Avenue, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 871-0132

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Millbrae, California, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Millbrae have an average Google rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Millbrae, 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
Millbrae offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Millbrae for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Millbrae 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.