19 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pacifica, California
Browse all 19 child daycare & preschools in Pacifica, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pacifica
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.
- 1Pacifica Nursery School4.59 score4.8(14)
548 Carmel Ave, Pacifica, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 35 children
Parents consistently praise Pacifica Co-Op Nursery School for its warm, nurturing teachers, strong sense of community, and engaging curriculum. Children are reported to be happy and thriving, with parents appreciating the hands-on parent involvement model and beautiful facilities. The school is noted as a cooperative that requires significant parental participation but rewards families with lasting connections and memories.
Caring and warm teachersengaging curriculum with art and field tripsbeautiful playground with treehouse and sandboxstrong parent community - 2Pacifica Playschool4.55 score5(6)
630 Hickey Blvd, Pacifica, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children
Pacifica Playschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, particularly director Suzanne, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children's speech and vocabulary, as well as strong preparation for kindergarten. Families describe the school as clean, professional, and a welcoming home-like setting.
Caring and nurturing staffDirector Suzanne's dedicationSpeech and vocabulary developmentKindergarten preparation - 3Terra Nova Christian Preschool4.27 score4.5(6)
1125 Terra Nova Blvd., Pacifica, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Terra Nova Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and engaged staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and play-based curriculum. One parent reported a negative experience involving curriculum concerns, administrative issues, and feeling their child was unfairly singled out, though they acknowledged the school may work for other families.
Caring and loving teachersresponsive directorstrong parent communicationclean facility
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Pacifica Playschool
630 Hickey Blvd, Pacifica, CA
Pacifica Playschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, particularly director Suzanne, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children's speech and vocabulary, as well as strong preparation for kindergarten. Families describe the school as clean, professional, and a welcoming home-like setting.
Terra Nova Christian Preschool
1125 Terra Nova Blvd., Pacifica, CA
Terra Nova Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and engaged staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and play-based curriculum. One parent reported a negative experience involving curriculum concerns, administrative issues, and feeling their child was unfairly singled out, though they acknowledged the school may work for other families.
We Play We Learn
830 Rosita Rd., Rm C17&C19, Pacifica, CA
City Of Pacifica - Sunset Ridge Children'S Center
340 Inverness, Pacifica, CA
City Of Pacifica Vallemar Children'S Center
377 Reina Del Mar, Pacifica, CA
City Of Pacifica - Vallemar Child Care Center
377 Reina Del Mar, Pacifica, CA
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Pacifica, California
There are 19 child daycare & preschools in Pacifica, California, making up 95% of the 20 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 Pacifica, 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 Pacifica
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- Address
- 340 Inverness, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 738-7465
Pacifica Playschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, particularly director Suzanne, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children's speech and vocabulary, as well as strong preparation for kindergarten. Families describe the school as clean, professional, and a welcoming home-like setting.
- Address
- 630 Hickey Blvd, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 359-5673
- Address
- 377 Reina Del Mar, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 738-7466
- Address
- 377 Reina Del Mar, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 738-7466
- Address
- 340 Inverness, Rms. 1 & 2, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 738-7465
- Address
- 830 Rosita Rd., Rm C17&C19, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 777-9182
- Address
- 1922 Palmetto Avenue, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (831) 566-8595
Terra Nova Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and engaged staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and play-based curriculum. One parent reported a negative experience involving curriculum concerns, administrative issues, and feeling their child was unfairly singled out, though they acknowledged the school may work for other families.
- Address
- 1125 Terra Nova Blvd., Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 355-2962
- Address
- 5066 Palmetto Avenue, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 738-7463
- Address
- 1496 Adobe Drive, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 359-2089
- Address
- 340 Inverness, Rooms B & D, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 355-7377
Building Kidz Linda Mar receives consistently high praise from parents for its attentive director, caring and patient teachers, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that includes performing arts. Parents highlight the facility's effective use of a parent communication app, smooth transition support for young children, and success in fostering children's emotional development and confidence.
- Address
- 830 Rosita Road, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 557-7256
- Address
- 649 Parkview Circle, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 738-7381
- Address
- 431 Edgemar, Portable 1, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 738-7464
Kids Konnect Child Development Center in Pacifica receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the attentive, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and socially. Parents consistently highlight visible improvements in their children's language, confidence, and social skills, along with appreciation for the daily photo/update app and responsive teacher communication. Families report their children are excited to attend and form strong bonds with teachers.
- Address
- 2450 Sklyine Blvd., Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 359-4321
- Address
- 1666 Higgins, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 355-7272
- Address
- 1496 Adobe Drive, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 359-2089
Temporary Tot Tending receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional childcare quality and affordability. Staff members, particularly Yvonne and Rosa, are noted for their caring, patient approach and dedication to child safety and development. Parents report children love attending and feel comfortable in the learning-oriented environment.
- Address
- 411 Oceana Blvd., Room F2, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 355-1312
- Address
- 1283 Terra Nova Boulevard, Pacifica, CA
- Phone
- (650) 355-5026
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