38 Child Daycare & Preschools in Redwood City, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Redwood City

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

   Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   3560 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 140 children

   Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare is a religious facility in Redwood City with excellent community feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming environment, caring staff, and spiritual foundation, though the reviews appear to focus more on the church itself rather than aftercare services specifically.

   Welcoming and friendly staffBible-based Christian educationbeautiful facilities with extensive grounds and athletic amenitiescommunity involvement and outreach progra
2. 2

   Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Church

   4.48 score

   4.6(20)

   601 Katherine Street, Redwood City, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 15 children

   This is a Catholic parish and school in Redwood City, not a daycare facility. Reviews reflect positive experiences with religious services, community atmosphere, and clergy. The facility offers masses, religious education, and a school program.

   Welcoming and warm communitybilingual priestquality education with committed teacherspeaceful spiritual environment
3. 3

   Childrens' Creative Learning Centers - Preschool

   4.4 score

   4.6(10)

   211 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

   CHILDRENS' CREATIVE LEARNING CENTERS - PRESCHOOL in Redwood City receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment. Nearly all reviewers highlight excellent communication from leadership, individual attention to children's development, and well-maintained outdoor facilities. One parent reported concerns about management changes, including unauthorized religious materials a

4. 4

   St. Michael Infant Care Center

   4.22 score

   4.3(13)

   401 Hudson Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

   St. Michael Infant Care Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, knowledgeable staff led by director Mary, intentional developmental approach, and strong community feel. Children show significant growth in academics, emotional intelligence, social skills, and language development.

   Warm and loving teachersdirector Mary's leadership and availabilitydevelopmentally-informed curriculumorganic and creative meal options
5. 5

   St. Michael Preschool Center

   4.22 score

   4.3(13)

   401 Hudson Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

   St. Michael Preschool Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its intentional, developmentally-informed approach to early childhood education. Parents highlight the warm, loving staff led by director Mary, strong parent-teacher communication, and individualized care for each child. The facility is noted for its high-quality organic food program, emotional intelligence training, and strong sense of community.

   Experienced and caring teachersstrong director leadershipindividualized child-centered approachdevelopmentally appropriate activities
6. 6

   Sequoia Children'S Center

   4.2 score

   4.4(5)

   1234 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

   Sequoia Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the dedicated teachers, strong curriculum, and positive child development outcomes. However, the center has a significant waitlist issue with poor communication about placement status and unclear policies for waitlist management.

   Caring and dedicated teachersexcellent curriculum and enrichment activitiesgood child development and learning outcomesage-appropriate toys and materials
7. 7

   Marin Day School-Our Place-Smc Emp (Preschool)

   3.93 score

   3.9(11)

   403 Winslow Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

   Recent reviews are predominantly positive (7 of 10 five-star ratings), with parents praising warm, attentive staff and engaging curriculum. However, older negative reviews cite management issues, staff quality inconsistencies, and safety concerns during COVID, though recent reviewers note significant improvements under new leadership.

   Warm and attentive teachersengaging STEM-focused curriculumexcellent communication with parentsspacious facility with outdoor pl
8. 8

   Marin Day School-Our Place-Smc Emp Ccc (Infant)

   3.93 score

   3.9(11)

   403 Winslow Street, Redwood City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

   Bright Horizons Redwood City receives mostly 5-star reviews praising warm, attentive teachers and engaging curriculum, though several older 1-star reviews cite management issues, COVID safety concerns, and high costs. Parents note significant recent improvements under new leadership. The facility serves infants through preschool-age children.

   Warm and attentive teachersengaging STEM-focused curriculumexcellent staff-student communicationspacious facility with o

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