Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Petaluma, CA
Compare 24 child daycare & preschools in Petaluma. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Petaluma, California at a glance
- Programs
- 24
- Avg rating
- 5/5
- Parent reviews
- 29
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 9
Petaluma has 24 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 5/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 94954 (avg 5 stars), while 94952 has the largest selection (20 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Petaluma
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.
- 1Children'S Corner4.69 score5(11)
629 East D Street, Petaluma, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children
Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional preschool with caring, nurturing teachers and a child-centered environment. Multiple families report dramatic improvements in their children's attitudes toward school and lasting positive impacts. The center has maintained a strong reputation for nearly 30 years with consistent staff and high parent satisfaction.
Caring and attentive teacherssmooth transition for new studentschild-friendly facilitysmall class sizes
Rating Distribution
Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Petaluma
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Petaluma, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Petaluma zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94954 | 6 | 5 | 1 | |
| 94952 | 20 | 5 | 8 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Petaluma (14–107 children)
Small
up to 30 children
11
Medium
31–75 children
11
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Petaluma based on parent reviews
Children'S Corner
629 East D Street, Petaluma, CA
Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional preschool with caring, nurturing teachers and a child-centered environment. Multiple families report dramatic improvements in their children's attitudes toward school and lasting positive impacts. The center has maintained a strong reputation for nearly 30 years with consistent staff and high parent satisfaction.
Petaluma Village Preschool
76 Oak Street, Petaluma, CA
One parent describes a nurturing two-year experience with dedicated teachers and daily communication, while another highlights the child-centered, play-based approach and community involvement. A third review simply labels it the best preschool in the area.
You And Me Children'S Center
450 Hayes Lane, Petaluma, CA
Willow Tree School - Preschool
137 Payran Street, Petaluma, CA
Happy Hearts Preschool
175 Fairgrounds Drive, Petaluma, CA
Gan Israel Preschool
740 Western Avenue, Petaluma, CA
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Petaluma, California
There are 24 child daycare & preschools in Petaluma, California, making up 92% of the 26 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 Petaluma have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Petaluma, 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 Petaluma
Showing 24 results
- Address
- 175 Fairgrounds Drive, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 774-6880
- Address
- 740 Western Avenue, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-5136
- Address
- 2875 Adobe Road, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-7713
Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional preschool with caring, nurturing teachers and a child-centered environment. Multiple families report dramatic improvements in their children's attitudes toward school and lasting positive impacts. The center has maintained a strong reputation for nearly 30 years with consistent staff and high parent satisfaction.
- Address
- 629 East D Street, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-6191
One parent describes a nurturing two-year experience with dedicated teachers and daily communication, while another highlights the child-centered, play-based approach and community involvement. A third review simply labels it the best preschool in the area.
- Address
- 76 Oak Street, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 765-2325
- Address
- 3820 Bodega Avenue, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 789-9397
- Address
- 627 F Street, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-8151
- Address
- 450 Hayes Lane, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-8998
- Address
- 137 Payran Street, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-2546
- Address
- 207 Maria Drive, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 765-4366
- Address
- 305 W. Payran Street Ste, #C, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 782-0408
- Address
- 401 S Mc Dowell, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-4990
One parent enthusiastically commends the center for launching a new program. In contrast, another reviewer criticizes the school-age program for disorganized leadership, filthy classrooms, and staff who appear burned out and focused on babysitting rather than educational philosophy.
- Address
- 1001 Cherry Street, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-6222
Parents overwhelmingly praise KinderCare Petaluma for attentive, caring staff who adapt to individual children's needs and create a nurturing environment. The facility offers extended hours (6 AM-6 PM), developmental activities, and a useful daily update app. One parent criticized the center's inflexibility regarding late arrivals and high costs.
- Address
- 1485 N. Mc Dowell Boulevard, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 794-0211
- Address
- 391 Maria Drive, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-8607
- Address
- 715 Petaluma Blvd, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-5962
- Address
- 220 Stanley Street, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 769-0462
- Address
- 405 South Mcdowell, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-2000
- Address
- 730 North Webster Street, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 778-4762
- Address
- 715 Petaluma Blvd., Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-2546
- Address
- 825 Middlefield Dr, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-9222
- Address
- 880 Maria Drive, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-0202
- Address
- 450 Hayes Lane, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-8998
- Address
- 5001 Spring Hill Road, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-6617
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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