How do I choose the right daycare in Palm Desert?

When choosing a daycare in Palm Desert, 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 Palm Desert?

Palm Desert offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Palm Desert, California (15 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 Palm Desert for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Palm Desert

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.

Morning Stars Learning Program

4.69 score

5(11)

74-015 Aster Drive, Palm Desert, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Morning Stars Learning Program (also referred to as Bright Morning Stars Academy) receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Parents consistently highlight the caring, licensed caregiver Yolanda, the clean and well-organized facility with ample indoor and outdoor play spaces, and the detailed daily communication about their children's activities and care.

Licensed caregiverwarm and welcoming atmosphereclean and organized facilityspacious indoor and outdoor play areas

Tot Stop INC.

4.55 score

5(6)

77-970 Delaware Place, Palm Desert, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

Tot Stop Inc. in Palm Desert receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, family-owned atmosphere, and well-maintained facilities. Parents highlight the school's longevity (30+ years), engaging curriculum that balances learning and play, and special events that build community. Children reportedly transition smoothly, make friends, and develop academically while feeling genuinely cared for.

Responsive and accessible stafflong-tenured experienced teacherstop-notch facilitiesexcellent outdoor play spaces

Temple Sinai/Tikvah Nursery School

4.53 score

4.7(15)

73-251 Hovley Lane West, Palm Desert, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

These reviews are not for the Tikvah Nursery School daycare program, but rather for Temple Sinai synagogue itself. Reviewers consistently praise the congregation's welcoming atmosphere, quality religious services, and community activities. The facility appears to serve primarily as an adult worship and social community rather than reflecting daycare experiences.

welcoming and warm communityquality music and cantorknowledgeable rabbiactive schedule of programs a

Palm Desert Learning Tree Center

4.29 score

4.5(7)

42-675 Washington Street, Palm Desert, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

Parents consistently praise Palm Desert Learning Tree Center for its small class sizes, advanced curriculum, and family-like atmosphere. Staff members are described as caring and dedicated, with long tenure at the facility. The school is noted as flexible and accommodating for working parents with various scheduling needs.

Small class sizesadvanced curriculumexperienced long-term staffcaring and compassionate teachers

The Academy Of Palm Desert Comm. Presby. Church

4.23 score

4.3(16)

47-321 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 94 children

The Academy of Palm Desert receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong communication, academic and social development, and a welcoming community atmosphere rooted in faith-based values.

Caring and experienced teachers with high retentionexcellent parent communication with daily updates and photosstrong academic preparation for elementary schoolsafe and nurturing environment

College Of The Desert Child Development Training

4.16 score

4.2(20)

43-500 Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

These reviews do not reflect daycare experiences. The facility is College of the Desert, a community college in Palm Desert, California. Reviews praise the institution for its quality academics, supportive staff, campus facilities, and community events, though wayfinding could be improved.

Quality professors and academic programswelcoming and professional staffbeautiful renovated campus and libraryfree tutoring services

Boehm Child Development Center

3.82 score

3.7(8)

74-200 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

Boehm Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teacher quality, curriculum, and enrichment activities, but significant concerns about management unprofessionalism and high staff turnover. Most positive reviews highlight caring teachers and child development outcomes, while negative reviews cite management issues, inadequate supervision of young children, and lack of staff stability.

caring and dedicated teachersstructured curriculum wi

Child Daycare & Preschools in Palm Desert, California

There are 15 child daycare & preschools in Palm Desert, California, making up 79% of the 19 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 Palm Desert, 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 15 child daycare & preschools daycares in Palm Desert, California, out of 19 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 Palm Desert, 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

Palm Desert offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Palm Desert for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Palm Desert 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.

15 Child Daycare & Preschools in Palm Desert, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Palm Desert

Top Rated

Morning Stars Learning Program

Tot Stop INC.

Palm Desert Learning Tree Center

Sacred Heart Preschool

Lisa D. Stinson Homework Club

Homework Club

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Daycare types in Palm Desert