How do I choose the right daycare in Pleasant Hill?

When choosing a daycare in Pleasant Hill, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pleasant Hill, California (20 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 Pleasant Hill for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pleasant Hill

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.

Center Of Gravity INC.

4.76 score

5(16)

2702 Pleasant Hill Rd., Pleasant Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Center of Gravity is a highly-regarded preschool in Pleasant Hill with universally positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated teachers, thoughtful STEM and project-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. Multiple families report significant developmental growth in their children across academic, social, and emotional domains.

Caring and invested teachersSTEM and hands-on learning curriculumdiverse and inclusive communitysocial-

Pleasant Hill Day Care Center

4.58 score

5(7)

2097 Oak Park Blvd Modular Bld, Pleasant Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

Pleasant Hill Day Care Center (Dianne Adair) receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, stable staff and well-organized facilities. Parents highlight excellent communication, accommodating schedules for working families, and engaging activities for children from pre-K through middle school. Children consistently express enthusiasm about attending.

Low staff turnoverclean and spacious facilitieson-site bathroomscaring and intelligent staff

Peter Pan Pre-School

4.58 score

4.9(9)

399 Gregory Ln, Pleasant Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

Parents consistently praise Peter Pan Pre-School for its caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Families report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and appreciate the effective communication from leadership. Children are described as happy, engaged, and developing well through enriching activities and events.

Experienced and nurturing teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationwarm family-like communityenriching activities and programming

Ymca Childcare- Rhett Turner Preschool

4.08 score

4.1(20)

350 Civic Dr, Pleasant Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children

This YMCA facility receives mixed reviews averaging around 4/5 stars. Parents praise the well-maintained outdoor pool, qualified swim instructors, clean facilities, and friendly staff, but express concerns about limited class offerings, scheduling inconsistencies, and operational logistics.

Well-maintained outdoor poolhigh-quality swim instructionclean facilitiesfriendly and knowledgeable staff

Diablo Valley College Developmental Children'S Ctr

4 score

4(20)

321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

This is not a daycare center - the reviews are for Diablo Valley College, a community college in Pleasant Hill, California. The reviews praise the institution's academic quality, affordability, and successful transfer rates to universities, though some mention financial hardship for students and occasional staff issues.

Excellent academic programs (especially culinary and dental hygiene)affordable tuitionstrong transfer rates to UC/CSU schoolscaring and accessi

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pleasant Hill, California

There are 20 child daycare & preschools in Pleasant Hill, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Pleasant Hill, 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 20 child daycare & preschools daycares in Pleasant Hill, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Pleasant Hill, 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

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 Pleasant Hill for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Pleasant Hill 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.

20 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pleasant Hill, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pleasant Hill

Top Rated

Center Of Gravity INC.

Pleasant Hill Day Care Center

Peter Pan Pre-School

Stepping Stones Learning Center

Creative Play Center INC

Mary Jane'S Preschool

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