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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Orinda, CA

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Orinda. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Orinda, California at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
1
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Orinda offers 6 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94563 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 7 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Orinda

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Orinda zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
945637
5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Orinda (12–129 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Orinda based on parent reviews

Tops - The Orinda Preschool(Parent Coop)

5(1)

10 Irwin Way, Orinda, CA

One parent highlights the program's focus on messy, free-spirited play and social-emotional development as ideal for childhood. The parent-participation model successfully facilitated community connections and friendships for new families in the area.

happy childrenmessy and free-spirited playsocial-emotional development

St Mark'S Harmony Center

5

451 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA

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Daycare types in Orinda

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Orinda, California

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Orinda, California, making up 86% of the 7 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 Orinda have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 1 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Orinda, 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 Orinda

Showing 6 results

Tops - The Orinda Preschool(Parent Coop)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the program's focus on messy, free-spirited play and social-emotional development as ideal for childhood. The parent-participation model successfully facilitated community connections and friendships for new families in the area.

happy childrenmessy and free-spirited playsocial-emotional development
Address
10 Irwin Way, Orinda, CA
Phone
(925) 254-2551
St Mark'S Harmony Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
451 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA
Phone
(925) 254-5965
Fountainhead Montessori School Orinda Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
30 Santa Maria Way, Orinda, CA
Phone
(925) 254-7110
Saint Stephen'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
66 Saint Stephen'S Drive, Orinda, CA
Phone
(925) 254-3770
Saint John Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
501 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA
Phone
(925) 254-4470
Holy Shepherd Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
433 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA
Phone
(925) 254-3429

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Orinda, California, out of 7 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 Orinda have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Orinda, 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
Orinda offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Orinda for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Orinda 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.