Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Richmond, CA
Compare 28 child daycare & preschools in Richmond. Average rating: 3.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Richmond, California at a glance
- Programs
- 28
- Avg rating
- 3.87/5
- Parent reviews
- 62
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Richmond has 28 licensed child daycare & preschools with 62 parent reviews averaging 3.87/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 38% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 94801 with 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Rating Distribution
Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Richmond
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Richmond, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Richmond zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94804 | 12 | 4.18 | 2 | |
| 94801 | 13 | 3.2 | 2 | |
| 94803 | 5 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Richmond (14–200 children)
Small
up to 30 children
17
Medium
31–75 children
12
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
2
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Richmond based on parent reviews
Brenda'S Kidz Kare
227 17th Street, Richmond, CA
Early Childhood Mental Health Program -
200 - 24th Street, Richmond, CA
Richmond College Prep Preschool
217 South 11th St., Richmond, CA
George Miller Center - Richmond
2801 Robert Miller Drive, Richmond, CA
Contra Costa Co. Csd - George Miller Iiich.Center
300 S. 27th Street, Richmond, CA
Parents highlight the center's strong safety measures, including secure gates and helpful staff, while appreciating the teachers' supportive and caring approach. Reviewers also note the school's ability to accommodate specific religious dietary needs and provide foundational academics through art and writing activities.
Ywca Of Contra Costa - Richmond Children'S Center
3230 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond, CA
Parents describe the Richmond Children's Center as a life-saving, safe, and nurturing environment where staff treat children with kindness and respect. Reviewers highlight that teachers are caring and patient, successfully preparing children for kindergarten through age-appropriate developmental activities and crafts. Children reportedly form strong, affectionate bonds with the staff, often requesting visits after leaving the program.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Richmond, California
There are 28 child daycare & preschools in Richmond, California, making up 78% of the 36 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 Richmond have an average rating of 3.87 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 62 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Richmond, 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 Richmond
Showing 28 results
- Address
- 227 17th Street, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 234-2428
- Address
- 200 - 24th Street, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 412-9200
- Address
- 217 South 11th St., Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 232-4004
- Address
- 2801 Robert Miller Drive, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 374-3981
Parents highlight the center's strong safety measures, including secure gates and helpful staff, while appreciating the teachers' supportive and caring approach. Reviewers also note the school's ability to accommodate specific religious dietary needs and provide foundational academics through art and writing activities.
- Address
- 300 S. 27th Street, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 374-3526
- Address
- 1707 Pennsylvania Ave., Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 233-2329
Parents describe the Richmond Children's Center as a life-saving, safe, and nurturing environment where staff treat children with kindness and respect. Reviewers highlight that teachers are caring and patient, successfully preparing children for kindergarten through age-appropriate developmental activities and crafts. Children reportedly form strong, affectionate bonds with the staff, often requesting visits after leaving the program.
- Address
- 3230 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 234-1270
- Address
- 1250 23rd Street, #506, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 232-8507
- Address
- 5050 Hartnett Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 374-3701
- Address
- 2000 Giaramita Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 374-3008
- Address
- 135 West Grove, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 374-3444
- Address
- 2711 Maricopa Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 307-4593
- Address
- 4555 Hilltop Dr., Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 222-6059
- Address
- 565 Wine Street, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 412-5642
- Address
- 3500 El Portal Dr., Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 758-7910
La Petite Academy Richmond receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise staff dedication, child development, and community engagement, while negative reviews cite serious concerns about staff conduct, administrative inefficiency, and classroom management.
- Address
- 3891 Lakeside Drive, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 222-3070
The Nomura School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the dedicated, caring teachers and warm community atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight engaging daily activities like music, yoga, art, and sports, along with strong communication and individualized attention to each child's development.
- Address
- 1711 Carlson Boulevard, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 526-7847
La Petite Academy Richmond has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's dedication, developmental support, and warm environment, while negative reviews report serious concerns about staff behavior, classroom management, and administrative inefficiency.
- Address
- 3891 Lakeside Drive, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 222-3070
One parent highlights the convenient hours, accommodating staff, and secure facility, while multiple other reviews cite severe operational failures including unexpected closures, poor communication, and understaffing. These conflicting experiences suggest inconsistent management and reliability.
- Address
- 1221 Nevin Ave., Suite 200, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 970-7100
- Address
- 2100 Maine Ave., Rm. K102, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 307-4585
- Address
- 4022 Florida Ave, Rm 114, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 307-4585
- Address
- 230 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 237-3804
- Address
- 719 Fifth Street, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 233-5975
- Address
- 4350 Valley View Road, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 223-2781
- Address
- 485 Lucas Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 412-5640
- Address
- 445 8th Street Cdc, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 848-9092
- Address
- 4555 Hilltop Drive, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 222-6059
- Address
- 5613 Garvin Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 232-1736
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Frequently asked questions
- 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 — 28 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 5 facilities