How do I choose the right daycare in Pacific Palisades?

When choosing a daycare in Pacific Palisades, 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

What types of daycare are available in Pacific Palisades?

Pacific Palisades offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Church Daycare — 2 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pacific Palisades, California (12 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 Pacific Palisades for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pacific Palisades

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.

Calvary Church Of Pacific Palisades

4.66 score

4.9(14)

701 Palisades Drive, Pacific Palisades, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

This is a religious facility (church) rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, quality worship music, and pastor leadership. The facility is undergoing restoration from fire damage but continues to serve the Pacific Palisades community.

Welcoming environmentquality worship and musicengaging pastor and teachingcommunity involvement opportunities

Palisades Jewish Early Childhood Center

4.58 score

5(7)

17311-15 W. Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

Parents consistently praise PJECC as a loving, community-focused center that prioritizes outdoor play, creativity, and child development. Children reportedly gain confidence, social skills, and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The facility is noted for its beautiful grounds, diverse activities, and warm, caring staff.

Outdoor play spacecreative curriculumchild-centered learningcaring and knowledgeable staff

Westside Waldorf School I-Sunset Campus

4.06 score

4.1(8)

17310 Sunset Boulevard, Pacific Palisades, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Westside Waldorf School receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the dedicated teachers, creative experiential learning approach, and strong sense of community, with several families reporting positive long-term experiences. However, some former students report serious concerns about teacher conduct, inconsistent discipline policies, and inadequate administrative response to complaints.

Dedicated and skilled teachersexperiential learning that balances intellectual rigor and creativitywarm and caring environmentstrong school community with parent involvement opportunities

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pacific Palisades, California

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Pacific Palisades, California, making up 80% of the 15 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 Pacific Palisades, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Pacific Palisades, California, out of 15 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 Pacific Palisades, 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

Pacific Palisades offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 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 Pacific Palisades for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Pacific Palisades 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.

12 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pacific Palisades, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pacific Palisades

Top Rated

Palisades Jewish Early Childhood Center

Star Preschool At Plc

Westside Waldorf School I-Sunset Campus

Methodist Preschool Of Pacific Palisades

Palisades Presbyterian Preschool

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