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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Portola Valley, CA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Portola Valley. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Portola Valley, California at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Portola Valley offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94028 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Portola Valley

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Portola Valley, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Portola Valley zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
940285
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Portola Valley (29–69 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Portola Valley based on parent reviews

Carillon Preschool

5(3)

815 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA

Parents highlight the friendly staff, small class sizes, and pleasant setting, noting that their children are happy and well-prepared for kindergarten. One reviewer specifically describes the program as a nice place for preschool with teachers who genuinely care about the kids.

small class sizesfriendly staffgood kindergarten preparation

Windmill School INC.

5(1)

900 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA

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Daycare types in Portola Valley

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Portola Valley, California

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Portola Valley, California, making up 60% of the 5 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 Portola Valley have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Portola Valley, 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 Portola Valley

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Carillon Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the friendly staff, small class sizes, and pleasant setting, noting that their children are happy and well-prepared for kindergarten. One reviewer specifically describes the program as a nice place for preschool with teachers who genuinely care about the kids.

small class sizesfriendly staffgood kindergarten preparation
Address
815 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA
Phone
(650) 529-1335
Windmill School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
900 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA
Phone
(650) 851-0771
New Horizons School-Age Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 Shawnee Pass, Room 4, Portola Valley, CA
Phone
(650) 851-5671

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Portola Valley, California, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Portola Valley have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Portola Valley, 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
Portola Valley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Portola Valley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Portola Valley 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.