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30 Child Daycare & Preschools in Poway, California

Browse all 30 child daycare & preschools in Poway, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Poway

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.

  1. 1

    12642 Monte Vista Road, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 142 children

    Country Montessori School of Poway receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the Montessori education quality, dedicated teachers, and strong community environment. Parents report significant academic and social development in their children, with many keeping their kids enrolled for 7-8 years. The school is noted for individualized attention, modern facilities, and a nurturing atmosphere that fosters independence and a love of learning.

    High-quality Montessori educationcaring and well-trained teachersresponsive administrationindividualized attention
  2. 2
    My Room To Grow Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    13613 Cynthia Lane, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children

    My Room to Grow Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's transparency, quality education, social-emotional development support, and smooth kindergarten transitions. The director and teachers are described as loving, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's growth.

    Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentstro
  3. 3

    14911 Espola Road, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Parents consistently praise MCDC Poway as an exceptional Montessori preschool with a warm, family-like environment and highly dedicated staff. Children reportedly thrive academically in reading, writing, and math while developing confidence, independence, and strong character values. The natural setting with animals and gardens, combined with experienced teachers who remain at the school long-term, distinguishes it from other local preschools.

    Authentic Montessori approachwarm and caring staff with long tenurecalm structured environmenthands-on learning activities
  4. 4
    Temple Adat Shalom Infant
    4.64 score
    4.9(12)

    15905 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 28 children

    Temple Adat Shalom Infant in Poway is a religious facility with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming environment, friendly staff, and rabbi. The facility appears to serve both the synagogue community and offers programs throughout the week.

    welcoming environmentfriendly staffnice designpeaceful atmosphere
  5. 5

    12730 Elmpark Lane, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Resurrection Preschool receives perfect ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academics, and small class sizes that enable personalized attention. Parents highlight the school's flexible scheduling, beautiful grounds, reasonable pricing, and welcoming community atmosphere. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with successful transitions to kindergarten.

    Caring and attentive staffsmall student-to-teacher ratiostrong academic curriculumflexible attendance schedule
  6. 6
    Kiddies Korner
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    12334 Oak Knoll Road, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Kiddies Korner receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, daily communication, educational activities, and warm home-like environment that helps children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

    caring and committed staffdaily updates and photos shared with parentsinnovative learning through play approachstrong leadership
  7. 7

    11717 Poway Road, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children

    North City Preschool in Poway receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, beautiful natural environment, and play-based learning approach. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many enrolling multiple children and recommending the school to others. The center is rooted in Christian values and offers flexible scheduling with enrichment activities.

    Caring and capable teachersbeautiful campus with natural surroundingsplay-based discovery learningChristian values
  8. 8

    11740 Creek Road, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Parents consistently praise Discovery Isle for exceptional teacher care, engagement, and educational quality across all age groups. Children reportedly transition smoothly, enjoy attending daily, and develop strong social skills. The facility offers extended hours, frequent family events, and maintains high safety and organizational standards.

    Caring and patient teacherssmooth transitions between age groupseducational curriculum including phonics and mathdaily photo and progress updates
  9. 9
    Elm Park Preschool
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    13604 Midland Road, Poway, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Elm Park Preschool Academy in Poway receives consistent praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teaching staff. Parents report strong academic, social, and emotional growth in their children, with many noting their kids were well-prepared for elementary school and eager to attend daily.

    Warm and caring teacherssmall class sizesstrong academic preparation (lettersnumbers
  10. 10

    16889 Espola Road, Poway, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    These reviews appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the welcoming congregation, pastoral leadership, and music programs. One reviewer expressed theological disagreement with the church's doctrine.

    Warm and welcoming communitystrong pastoral leadershipexcellent music and choir programonline services available

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Poway based on parent reviews

Country Montessori School Of Poway

5(17)

12642 Monte Vista Road, Poway, CA

Country Montessori School of Poway receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the Montessori education quality, dedicated teachers, and strong community environment. Parents report significant academic and social development in their children, with many keeping their kids enrolled for 7-8 years. The school is noted for individualized attention, modern facilities, and a nurturing atmosphere that fosters independence and a love of learning.

High-quality Montessori educationcaring and well-trained teachersresponsive administration

My Room To Grow Preschool

4.9(20)

13613 Cynthia Lane, Poway, CA

My Room to Grow Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's transparency, quality education, social-emotional development support, and smooth kindergarten transitions. The director and teachers are described as loving, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's growth.

Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentstro

Montessori Child Development Center Of California

5(12)

14911 Espola Road, Poway, CA

Parents consistently praise MCDC Poway as an exceptional Montessori preschool with a warm, family-like environment and highly dedicated staff. Children reportedly thrive academically in reading, writing, and math while developing confidence, independence, and strong character values. The natural setting with animals and gardens, combined with experienced teachers who remain at the school long-term, distinguishes it from other local preschools.

Authentic Montessori approachwarm and caring staff with long tenurecalm structured environment

Resurrection Preschool

5(8)

12730 Elmpark Lane, Poway, CA

Resurrection Preschool receives perfect ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academics, and small class sizes that enable personalized attention. Parents highlight the school's flexible scheduling, beautiful grounds, reasonable pricing, and welcoming community atmosphere. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with successful transitions to kindergarten.

Caring and attentive staffsmall student-to-teacher ratiostrong academic curriculum

Kiddies Korner

5(5)

12334 Oak Knoll Road, Poway, CA

Kiddies Korner receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, daily communication, educational activities, and warm home-like environment that helps children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

caring and committed staffdaily updates and photos shared with parentsinnovative learning through play approach

North City Preschool

5(5)

11717 Poway Road, Poway, CA

North City Preschool in Poway receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, beautiful natural environment, and play-based learning approach. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many enrolling multiple children and recommending the school to others. The center is rooted in Christian values and offers flexible scheduling with enrichment activities.

Caring and capable teachersbeautiful campus with natural surroundingsplay-based discovery learning

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Poway, California

There are 30 child daycare & preschools in Poway, California, making up 81% of the 37 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 Poway, 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 Poway

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Montessori Child Development Center Of California
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise MCDC Poway as an exceptional Montessori preschool with a warm, family-like environment and highly dedicated staff. Children reportedly thrive academically in reading, writing, and math while developing confidence, independence, and strong character values. The natural setting with animals and gardens, combined with experienced teachers who remain at the school long-term, distinguishes it from other local preschools.

Authentic Montessori approachwarm and caring staff with long tenurecalm structured environment
Address
14911 Espola Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-1727
Chai Altman Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16934 Chabad Way, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 451-0455
Country Montessori School Of Poway
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Country Montessori School of Poway receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the Montessori education quality, dedicated teachers, and strong community environment. Parents report significant academic and social development in their children, with many keeping their kids enrolled for 7-8 years. The school is noted for individualized attention, modern facilities, and a nurturing atmosphere that fosters independence and a love of learning.

High-quality Montessori educationcaring and well-trained teachersresponsive administration
Address
12642 Monte Vista Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 673-1756
Kiddies Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kiddies Korner receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, daily communication, educational activities, and warm home-like environment that helps children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

caring and committed staffdaily updates and photos shared with parentsinnovative learning through play approach
Address
12334 Oak Knoll Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 486-1775
Mt. Olive Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14280 Poway Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 679-8169
North City Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

North City Preschool in Poway receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, beautiful natural environment, and play-based learning approach. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many enrolling multiple children and recommending the school to others. The center is rooted in Christian values and offers flexible scheduling with enrichment activities.

Caring and capable teachersbeautiful campus with natural surroundingsplay-based discovery learning
Address
11717 Poway Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-4678
Pomerado Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12708 Stone Canyon Rd, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 485-1420
Poway Country Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14411 Norwalk Lane, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 486-4420
Resurrection Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Resurrection Preschool receives perfect ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academics, and small class sizes that enable personalized attention. Parents highlight the school's flexible scheduling, beautiful grounds, reasonable pricing, and welcoming community atmosphere. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with successful transitions to kindergarten.

Caring and attentive staffsmall student-to-teacher ratiostrong academic curriculum
Address
12730 Elmpark Lane, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 486-3531
Hilltop Preschool - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12348 B Casa Avenida, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 486-6712
Chai Altman Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16934 Chabad Way, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 451-0455
Hilltop Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12348 B Casa Avenida, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 486-6712
Poway Country Preschool Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14411 Norwalk Lane, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 486-4420
My Room To Grow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

My Room to Grow Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's transparency, quality education, social-emotional development support, and smooth kindergarten transitions. The director and teachers are described as loving, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's growth.

Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentstro
Address
13613 Cynthia Lane, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-8012
Elm Park Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Elm Park Preschool Academy in Poway receives consistent praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teaching staff. Parents report strong academic, social, and emotional growth in their children, with many noting their kids were well-prepared for elementary school and eager to attend daily.

Warm and caring teacherssmall class sizesstrong academic preparation (letters
Address
13604 Midland Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 442-9707
Discovery Isle Child Development Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Discovery Isle for exceptional teacher care, engagement, and educational quality across all age groups. Children reportedly transition smoothly, enjoy attending daily, and develop strong social skills. The facility offers extended hours, frequent family events, and maintains high safety and organizational standards.

Caring and patient teacherssmooth transitions between age groupseducational curriculum including phonics and math
Address
11740 Creek Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 536-1400
Skills Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
13942 Chancellor Way, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 335-0944
Children'S Preschool & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Children's Preschool & Learning Center in Poway receives mostly positive reviews (4.3/5 rating), with parents praising the nurturing staff, inclusive environment, and child development outcomes. However, some parents have raised concerns about inconsistent teacher quality, staff supervision during field trips, and inadequate infant care practices.

Kind and reliable staffwelcoming director (Anoush)safe and supportive environment
Address
13168 Poway Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-5519
Children'S Preschool Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Children's Preschool Learning Center in Poway receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and developmental progress of children. However, some parents report inconsistent teacher quality, staff turnover, and concerns about infant care and field trip safety.

Kind and reliable staffsafe and supportive environmentdiversity of families and backgrounds
Address
13168 Poway Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-5519
Children'S Preschool Learning Ctr-School Age Prog.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Children's Preschool Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental support for children of various ages and abilities. However, some parents have raised concerns about inconsistent teacher quality, staff turnover, safety practices during field trips, and inadequate infant care.

Kind and reliable staffsafe environmentdiversity of families and teachers
Address
13168 Poway Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-5519
The Growing Place Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Growing Place Montessori Poway receives mostly positive reviews praising its Montessori approach, caring staff, individualized instruction, and inclusive environment. However, one parent reported the school was unwilling to accommodate their high-energy child and terminated enrollment after four weeks.

Loving and caring teachersacademically rigorousindividualized lesson planning
Address
13242 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 679-1554
The Growing Place Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Growing Place Montessori receives predominantly positive reviews praising its Montessori approach, caring staff, individualized attention, and academic rigor. Most parents report their children thriving and feeling confident in the school's care. One negative review describes poor handling of a high-energy child and alleged bias by staff.

Loving and caring teachersMontessori philosophy consistently appliedindividualized activities tailored to each child's nee
Address
13242 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 679-1554
Big Future Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Big Future Preschool Poway receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All five reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and clean environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending and feel safe in the school's care.

Friendly and caring teachersfun and creative learning environmentresponsive leadership
Address
15010 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 883-2985
Community Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13501 Community Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-3074
Discovery Isle Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Discovery Isle Child Development Center in Poway receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and attentive teachers, strong educational curriculum, smooth transitions between age groups, and frequent family engagement events. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and parents feel confident in their care.

Caring and patient teachersstrong education in phonics/math/shapessmooth class transitions
Address
11740 Creek Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 536-1400
Discovery Isle Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Discovery Isle Child Development Center in Poway receives universal praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff, strong teacher-student relationships, and balanced approach to learning and play. Families report excellent communication, enriching activities, and a welcoming environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

Caring and professional staffStrong teacher-student relationshipsBalanced play and learning approach
Address
14521 Ted Williams Parkway, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-5600
Poway Unified School District - Valley Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13000 Bowron Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-2007
Saint Bartholomew'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 487-2140
Discovery Isle Child Development Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools

Discovery Isle Child Development Center in Poway receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment across infant through kindergarten classes. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with excellent communication and convenient full-time scheduling for working families.

Warm and caring staffstrong leadership (Principal MelindaMs. Sabrina
Address
14521 Ted Williams Parkway, Poway, CA
Phone
(760) 752-7590
St. Michael'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
15542 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 485-1303

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Frequently asked questions

There are 30 child daycare & preschools daycares in Poway, California, out of 37 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 Poway, 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
Poway offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 30 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Poway for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Poway 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.