How do I choose the right daycare in Ridgecrest?

When choosing a daycare in Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, California (5 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Ridgecrest?

Ridgecrest offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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.

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 Ridgecrest for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ridgecrest

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.

Oasis Child Development Center

4.22 score

4.3(15)

814 North Norma Street, Ridgecrest, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

Parents consistently praise Oasis Child Development Center for its friendly, helpful staff who are genuinely engaged with families. The facility is clean with a pleasant atmosphere and offers convenient services like phone appointments. Multiple reviewers recommend calling ahead before visiting.

Polite and helpful staffpositive atmosphereclean facilityphone appointment availability

Cerro Coso Child Development Center

4.15 score

4.2(16)

3000 College Heights Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

This appears to be a data quality issue - the reviews submitted are primarily about Cerro Coso Community College rather than the child development center. The few relevant childcare comments praise the staff's teamwork and helpfulness. Insufficient parent reviews are available to accurately assess the daycare center's quality.

Helpful and kind staffteamwork

Immanuel Christian Child Development Center

3.88 score

3.8(8)

1201 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

Immanuel Christian Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for qualified staff, academic advancement, affordability, and NAEYC accreditation. However, two negative reviews allege serious concerns including director misconduct, alleged child abuse by staff, and lack of transparency with video evidence.

Caring and attentive staffchildren academically advanced in reading/writinghigh staff retentionflexible

Child Daycare & Preschools in Ridgecrest, California

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Ridgecrest, California, making up 83% of the 6 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 Ridgecrest, 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 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Ridgecrest, California, out of 6 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 Ridgecrest, 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

Ridgecrest offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Ridgecrest for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Ridgecrest 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.

5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Ridgecrest, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ridgecrest

Top Rated

Oasis Child Development Center

Cerro Coso Child Development Center

Immanuel Christian Child Development Center

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Daycare types in Ridgecrest