How do I choose the right daycare in Pittsburg?

When choosing a daycare in Pittsburg, 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 Pittsburg?

Pittsburg offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Pittsburg, California (14 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 Pittsburg for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pittsburg

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.

Light The Bay Preschool

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1210 Stoneman Avenue, Pittsburg, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

Light the Bay Preschool in Pittsburg receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, Christian-centered curriculum, flexible hours (6 AM-6 PM), and strong communication. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with noticeable growth in confidence, learning, and enthusiasm for attending school.

Caring and attentive staffChristian/faith-based curriculumflexible pickup/dropoff timesexcellent parent communication

Lynn Center

4.13 score

4.2(9)

300 East Leland Rd., Pittsburg, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Lynn Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Parents report seeing significant progress in their children's development and discipline. However, one parent raised serious concerns about HIPAA violations and unmet child needs.

Warm and friendly staffcaring environmentchild progress and developmentwelcoming atmosphere

Railroad Junction School

3.86 score

3.8(13)

2224 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 59 children

Railroad Junction School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong academic preparation. However, one negative review describes a concerning enrollment experience with staff behavior and lack of proper procedures. The majority of parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and academically advanced.

Kind and knowledgeable staff with long tenurewelcoming atmosphereclean faciliti

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pittsburg, California

There are 14 child daycare & preschools in Pittsburg, California, making up 74% 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 Pittsburg, 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 14 child daycare & preschools daycares in Pittsburg, 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 Pittsburg, 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

Pittsburg offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Pittsburg for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Pittsburg 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.

14 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pittsburg, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pittsburg

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