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14 Child Daycare & Preschools in Newark, California

Browse all 14 child daycare & preschools in Newark, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Newark

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

    5472 Central Ave., Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Scholar Programs for its caring, attentive staff and well-balanced curriculum combining academics, creative play, and life skills. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show measurable growth in learning and social development. The facility is described as clean, safe, and supportive of both child development and parental involvement.

    Caring and attentive teachersbalanced curriculumclean and safe facilitygood teacher-to-student ratio
  2. 2
    Young Champions
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    39766 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children

    Young Champions is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Newark, California with consistently excellent feedback from parents. Parents praise the well-rounded curriculum combining academics with enriching activities like science experiments, arts, dance, and public speaking opportunities. The dedicated staff, led by director Ms. Ratna, are noted for their nurturing approach, regular communication, and commitment to each child's holistic development.

    Safe and nurturing environmentdiverse enriching activitieshands-on learning (science experimentsarts
  3. 3

    35501 Cedar Boulevard, Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Reviews praise Newark Community Center Annex as a clean, well-maintained facility with excellent amenities. Parents appreciate the spacious grounds, recreational facilities, and pleasant environment for gatherings and outdoor activities.

    Clean facilitiesample spacewalking trailsshaded areas
  4. 4

    5700 Newpark Mall Rd, Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Safari Kid Newpark Mall receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the dedicated staff, director Ms. Sonal, and balanced curriculum that supports academic and developmental growth. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical contact with a teacher and alleged defensive response from management.

    Caring and supportive teachersdirector Ms. Sonal's personable and responsive leadershipbalanced play-based and academic learning approachobservable child development across language and academic skills
  5. 5

    37371 Filbert Street, Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Parents consistently praise Diversity Children's Center for its clean, well-organized facility and friendly, skilled staff who help children adjust quickly. The large playground and variety of activities including educational, musical, and sports programs are frequently highlighted as major strengths.

    Nice and skilled staffclean and organized facilitylarge playgroundquick child adjustment
  6. 6

    5801 Jarvis Ave, Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Little Flowers Learning Center has received mixed reviews with strong praise for educational quality and teacher dedication, but serious safety and care concerns have also been raised. Parents report positive academic outcomes and nurturing environment, though some cite incidents of bullying, neglect, and inadequate supervision.

    Exceptional care and educationdedicated staffnurturing environmentstrong academic results
  7. 7
    Kidango - Graham
    3.85 score
    3.7(5)

    36270 Cherry St, Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    KIDANGO - GRAHAM receives mostly positive feedback with four 5-star reviews praising the cleanliness, staff professionalism, engaged leadership, and quality teaching. However, one 1-star review of the elementary program cites poor communication, unprofessional staff, and inadequate bullying prevention.

    Clean facilityrespectful and professional staffinvolved directorwarm and friendly atmosphere
  8. 8
    Parkside Preschool
    2.9 score
    1.8(5)

    35450 Newark Blvd, Newark, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Parkside Preschool is a play-based center in Newark offering flexible scheduling and cultural programming. However, the facility is under investigation by county licensing and police following the death of a child in October due to improperly installed and unsafe playground equipment. The director allegedly misrepresented safety inspections and knowingly allowed unsupervised use of equipment despite awareness that padding was needed.

    Play-based curriculumlarge play

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Newark based on parent reviews

Little Scholar Programs

5(20)

5472 Central Ave., Newark, CA

Parents consistently praise Little Scholar Programs for its caring, attentive staff and well-balanced curriculum combining academics, creative play, and life skills. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show measurable growth in learning and social development. The facility is described as clean, safe, and supportive of both child development and parental involvement.

Caring and attentive teachersbalanced curriculumclean and safe facility

Young Champions

5(20)

39766 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA

Young Champions is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Newark, California with consistently excellent feedback from parents. Parents praise the well-rounded curriculum combining academics with enriching activities like science experiments, arts, dance, and public speaking opportunities. The dedicated staff, led by director Ms. Ratna, are noted for their nurturing approach, regular communication, and commitment to each child's holistic development.

Safe and nurturing environmentdiverse enriching activitieshands-on learning (science experiments

Newark Community Center Annex

4.5(8)

35501 Cedar Boulevard, Newark, CA

Reviews praise Newark Community Center Annex as a clean, well-maintained facility with excellent amenities. Parents appreciate the spacious grounds, recreational facilities, and pleasant environment for gatherings and outdoor activities.

Clean facilitiesample spacewalking trails

Montessori School Of Newark

5(2)

35660 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA

Safari Kid - Newpark Mall

4.3(7)

5700 Newpark Mall Rd, Newark, CA

Safari Kid Newpark Mall receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the dedicated staff, director Ms. Sonal, and balanced curriculum that supports academic and developmental growth. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical contact with a teacher and alleged defensive response from management.

Caring and supportive teachersdirector Ms. Sonal's personable and responsive leadershipbalanced play-based and academic learning approach

Diversity Children'S Center

4.1(5)

37371 Filbert Street, Newark, CA

Parents consistently praise Diversity Children's Center for its clean, well-organized facility and friendly, skilled staff who help children adjust quickly. The large playground and variety of activities including educational, musical, and sports programs are frequently highlighted as major strengths.

Nice and skilled staffclean and organized facilitylarge playground

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Newark, California

There are 14 child daycare & preschools in Newark, California, making up 78% of the 18 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 Newark, 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 Newark

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The King'S Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 797-6505
Little Scholar Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Little Scholar Programs for its caring, attentive staff and well-balanced curriculum combining academics, creative play, and life skills. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show measurable growth in learning and social development. The facility is described as clean, safe, and supportive of both child development and parental involvement.

Caring and attentive teachersbalanced curriculumclean and safe facility
Address
5472 Central Ave., Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 565-9695
Montessori School Of Newark
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
35660 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 792-4546
Smart Start Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6020a Robertson Ave, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 397-9736
Young Champions
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Young Champions is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Newark, California with consistently excellent feedback from parents. Parents praise the well-rounded curriculum combining academics with enriching activities like science experiments, arts, dance, and public speaking opportunities. The dedicated staff, led by director Ms. Ratna, are noted for their nurturing approach, regular communication, and commitment to each child's holistic development.

Safe and nurturing environmentdiverse enriching activitieshands-on learning (science experiments
Address
39766 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA
Phone
(650) 270-0315
Newark Community Center Annex
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise Newark Community Center Annex as a clean, well-maintained facility with excellent amenities. Parents appreciate the spacious grounds, recreational facilities, and pleasant environment for gatherings and outdoor activities.

Clean facilitiesample spacewalking trails
Address
35501 Cedar Boulevard, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 578-4434
Safari Kid - Newpark Mall
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Safari Kid Newpark Mall receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the dedicated staff, director Ms. Sonal, and balanced curriculum that supports academic and developmental growth. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical contact with a teacher and alleged defensive response from management.

Caring and supportive teachersdirector Ms. Sonal's personable and responsive leadershipbalanced play-based and academic learning approach
Address
5700 Newpark Mall Rd, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 304-0567
Diversity Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Diversity Children's Center for its clean, well-organized facility and friendly, skilled staff who help children adjust quickly. The large playground and variety of activities including educational, musical, and sports programs are frequently highlighted as major strengths.

Nice and skilled staffclean and organized facilitylarge playground
Address
37371 Filbert Street, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 797-7190
Little Flowers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Flowers Learning Center has received mixed reviews with strong praise for educational quality and teacher dedication, but serious safety and care concerns have also been raised. Parents report positive academic outcomes and nurturing environment, though some cite incidents of bullying, neglect, and inadequate supervision.

Exceptional care and educationdedicated staffnurturing environment
Address
5801 Jarvis Ave, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 794-8350
Kidango - Graham
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

KIDANGO - GRAHAM receives mostly positive feedback with four 5-star reviews praising the cleanliness, staff professionalism, engaged leadership, and quality teaching. However, one 1-star review of the elementary program cites poor communication, unprofessional staff, and inadequate bullying prevention.

Clean facilityrespectful and professional staffinvolved director
Address
36270 Cherry St, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 456-4942
Parkside Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.8

Parkside Preschool is a play-based center in Newark offering flexible scheduling and cultural programming. However, the facility is under investigation by county licensing and police following the death of a child in October due to improperly installed and unsafe playground equipment. The director allegedly misrepresented safety inspections and knowingly allowed unsupervised use of equipment despite awareness that padding was needed.

Play-based curriculumlarge play
Address
35450 Newark Blvd, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 473-3603
Kidango - Schilling
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
36901 Spruce St, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 509-1673
Little Flowers Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
37815 Birch St., Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 331-8048
Safari Kid Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Safari Kid Learning Center in Newark receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere, qualified and caring staff, strong academic curriculum balanced with social-emotional development, and commitment to safety and cleanliness. Children show notable progress in academics, confidence, language skills, and overall development.

Qualified and caring staffengaging curriculum with academic and social focussafe and clean facility
Address
34899 Newark Blvd, Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 739-1511

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Frequently asked questions

There are 14 child daycare & preschools daycares in Newark, California, out of 18 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 Newark, 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
Newark offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Newark for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Newark 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.