How do I choose the right daycare in Placentia?

When choosing a daycare in Placentia, 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 Placentia?

Placentia offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Church 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 Placentia, California (8 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 Placentia for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Placentia

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.

Blessed Sacrament Children'S Learning Center

4.5 score

5(5)

1314 N. Angelina Dr., Placentia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

Parents unanimously praise Blessed Sacrament Children's Learning Center as a family-oriented, nurturing preschool with excellent staff retention and individualized attention. The school emphasizes experiential learning through play, art, and music while maintaining a welcoming, inclusive environment regardless of religious affiliation. Children reportedly thrive socially and academically while developing confidence and a love of learning.

Long-tenuredcaring staffsmall class sizes with individualized attentionexperiential learning through play and art

Towne And Country Early Education Center

4.33 score

4.5(10)

201 E. Madison, Placentia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

Towne and Country Early Education Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and stable staff, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children show significant academic and social growth, enjoy going to school, and benefit from diverse activities and flexible programming. One parent raised concerns about rigid enrollment policies and another suggested improved discipline practices.

Caring and passionate teachersteacher stability and longevitystrong academics and curriculumsmall class sizes

Child Daycare & Preschools in Placentia, California

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Placentia, California, making up 73% of the 11 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 Placentia, 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 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Placentia, California, out of 11 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 Placentia, 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

Placentia offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Church 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 Placentia for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Placentia 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Placentia, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Placentia

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Blessed Sacrament Children'S Learning Center

Eastside Christian Preschool

Towne And Country Early Education Center

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