70 Child Daycare & Preschools in Riverside, California
Browse all 70 child daycare & preschools in Riverside, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Riverside
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.
- 1Fsa-Alvord Cdc4.8 score5(20)
8230 Wells Ave., Riverside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
FSA-ALVORD CDC in Riverside receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and welcoming atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and show visible growth and development. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and return for younger children, indicating strong satisfaction and trust in the center.
Caring and patient teacherspositive welcoming atmospherechild development and growthengaging activities and learning opportunities - 2Kids Time Montessori4.74 score5(14)
5524 Grand Avenue, Riverside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 31 children
Kids Time Montessori in Riverside receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, individualized Montessori approach, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement, academic skills, and emotional growth. The facility is consistently described as a safe, loving second home for children.
Patient and caring teachers (Ms. LeoMs. Tanya)passionate and professional director (Ms. Renuka)Montessori-based hands-on learning - 3Fsa-Magnolia Cdc4.64 score4.8(20)
8172 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children
FSA-Magnolia CDC receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff and safe learning environment, with particular appreciation for communication about their children's progress and development. Multiple parents report their children have attended for years and show no signs of wanting to leave.
Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication with parentssafe environmentdevelopmental learning activities - 4Grove Community Church Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
19900 Grove Community Drive, Riverside, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 192 children
Grove Community Church Preschool receives consistently positive reviews from parents and church members. The facility is praised for its welcoming atmosphere, clean and professional childcare, and family-friendly environment. Parents highlight the church's strong community involvement and spiritual education as key strengths.
welcoming atmosphereclean and professional childcarefamily-oriented programsstrong pastoral leadership - 5Childrens Lighthouse Of Riverside Ca4.56 score4.7(20)
19743 Lurin Avenue, Riverside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Lighthouse of Riverside for its caring, professional staff who treat children with genuine kindness and attention. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured curriculum, educational activities, and daily communication via video feeds and reports. Multiple reviewers report significant improvements in their children's development, learning, and social skills.
Caring and dedicated staffclean and organized facilitydaily reports and live video accessstrong curriculum and educational activities - 6Little Stars Preschool4.55 score5(6)
5123 La Sierra Avenue, Riverside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children
Little Stars Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents whose children have attended for varying lengths of time. Parents praise the caring teachers, developmental progress, and supportive environment, with many noting significant milestones achieved including potty training, speech improvement, and academic readiness for kindergarten.
Warm and loving staffdevelopmental support for speech delayspotty training assistanceacademic skill building (alphabet - 7The Growing Place Too4.5 score5(5)
4259 Jurupa Avenue, Riverside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children
The Growing Place Too receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a nurturing, family-like environment where children thrive emotionally and academically. Parents highlight the caring and devoted staff who create a supportive community that fosters learning and individual development. Multiple parents report their children have excelled and transitioned successfully to elementary school.
Caring and devoted staffnurturing environmentstrong community feelchildren excel academically - 8Temple Beth El Child Development Center4.49 score4.7(12)
2675 Central Ave, Riverside, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 62 children
Temple Beth El Child Development Center in Riverside receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on caring and dedicated teachers who provide a loving, nurturing environment that supports children's academic and social development. Parents report feeling at peace leaving their children in the center's care and note visible progress in their children's learning and communication skills.
Caring and dedicated teachersnurturing environmentacademic and social skill developmentwell-organized classrooms - 9Temple Beth El Child Development Center4.49 score4.7(12)
2675 Central Avenue, Riverside, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 140 children
Temple Beth El Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, engaged staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, the school's advanced curriculum for young learners, and the sense of community and peace they feel leaving their children there. The facility appears to blend religious values with quality early childhood education.
Caring and loving teachersadvanced learning environmentorganized classroomsattentive to individual child needs - 10Nati Fuentes Centro De Ninos4.49 score4.9(6)
2010 Martin Luther King Blvd, Riverside, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children
Parents consistently praise NATI FUENTES CENTRO DE NINOS for its caring, supportive staff who go above and beyond in nurturing children academically, emotionally, and socially. Reviewers highlight the secure environment, quality education, and strong teacher-family relationships that provide peace of mind. Multiple parents express gratitude for the center's role in preparing children for kindergarten and supporting families during challenging times.
caring and supportive teachersacademic preparation for kindergartenemotional and social skills developmentsecure facility
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Riverside based on parent reviews
Fsa-Alvord Cdc
8230 Wells Ave., Riverside, CA
FSA-ALVORD CDC in Riverside receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and welcoming atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and show visible growth and development. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and return for younger children, indicating strong satisfaction and trust in the center.
Kids Time Montessori
5524 Grand Avenue, Riverside, CA
Kids Time Montessori in Riverside receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, individualized Montessori approach, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement, academic skills, and emotional growth. The facility is consistently described as a safe, loving second home for children.
Fsa-Magnolia Cdc
8172 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, CA
FSA-Magnolia CDC receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff and safe learning environment, with particular appreciation for communication about their children's progress and development. Multiple parents report their children have attended for years and show no signs of wanting to leave.
Childrens Lighthouse Of Riverside Ca
19743 Lurin Avenue, Riverside, CA
Parents consistently praise Children's Lighthouse of Riverside for its caring, professional staff who treat children with genuine kindness and attention. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured curriculum, educational activities, and daily communication via video feeds and reports. Multiple reviewers report significant improvements in their children's development, learning, and social skills.
Little Stars Preschool
5123 La Sierra Avenue, Riverside, CA
Little Stars Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents whose children have attended for varying lengths of time. Parents praise the caring teachers, developmental progress, and supportive environment, with many noting significant milestones achieved including potty training, speech improvement, and academic readiness for kindergarten.
The Growing Place Too
4259 Jurupa Avenue, Riverside, CA
The Growing Place Too receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a nurturing, family-like environment where children thrive emotionally and academically. Parents highlight the caring and devoted staff who create a supportive community that fosters learning and individual development. Multiple parents report their children have excelled and transitioned successfully to elementary school.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Riverside, California
There are 70 child daycare & preschools in Riverside, California, making up 74% of the 95 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside
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RUSD/Sunshine Elementary is a special needs-focused school within the Riverside School District that receives predominantly positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the small class sizes, individualized attention, outdoor learning opportunities, and dedicated staff who support children's developmental needs. One parent reported negative interactions with front office staff during the enrollment process.
- Address
- 9390 California Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-8488
CORONA-NORCO FAMILY YMCA YOUTH CENTER AT JURUPA receives mixed reviews with most praising the caring staff and welcoming environment, particularly for infant care. However, some parents report serious concerns about child supervision, meal monitoring, and staff professionalism.
- Address
- 9254 Galena Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 685-5241
This YMCA daycare center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, open-door policy, and loving environment for infants and young children. However, some parents have raised serious concerns about supervision, meal monitoring, and staff conduct.
- Address
- 9254 Galena Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 736-9622
Milestones Pre-K is highly regarded by most parents for its learning-through-play approach, caring staff, and emphasis on social-emotional development. Children show strong academic progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. However, the 3pm closing time creates scheduling challenges for working parents, and one reviewer expressed concerns about staff training and structure.
- Address
- 6091 Victoria Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 880-3086
- Address
- 4800 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 222-8068
- Address
- 6401 Lincoln Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 276-7670
Melody Lane Children's Center has highly polarized reviews. One parent reported positive experiences with attentive teachers and clean facilities for their toddler. However, multiple parents raised serious concerns about inadequate supervision, staff misconduct including physical handling of children, safety issues with homeless individuals around the facility, and unsanitary conditions.
- Address
- 9191 Colorado Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-2161
Melody Lane Children's Center has highly polarized reviews. One parent reported positive experiences with attentive staff and clean facilities, while five parents raised serious concerns about inadequate supervision, staff misconduct including physical handling of children, safety issues with homeless individuals at the gate, and poor facility maintenance.
- Address
- 9191 Colorado Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-2161
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- 7850 Cypress Ave., # 3101, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 845-3816
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- 3847 Terracina Drive, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 687-0077
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- 8535 Garfield Ave, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-8241
- Address
- 6201 Shaker Drive, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 786-9025
- Address
- 20440 Red Poppy Lane, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 653-9477
- Address
- 19125 School House Lane, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 780-1083
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- 16346 Village Meadow Drive, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 824-9098
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- 959 Mission Grove Parkway N., Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 236-5238
- Address
- 3695 First Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 784-4495
- Address
- 4660 Ottawa Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7462
- Address
- 7141 Indiana Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 686-1335
- Address
- 1038 W. Linden Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 682-1202
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for exceptional care, safety, and educational support. Staff members are described as loving, caring, and communicative, with children showing happiness and developmental progress. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with their experience.
- Address
- 7920 Limonite Avenue, Suite G, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 681-1440
Most reviews are highly positive, with parents praising caring staff, educational activities, and strong communication. However, several serious concerns have been raised about record-keeping, staff training, professionalism, safety incidents, and alleged discriminatory behavior by management.
- Address
- 5445 Canyon Crest, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 683-1626
La Petite Academy Riverside receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff—particularly teachers Ms. Saba and Ms. Jessica—for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and excited to attend. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates, photos, videos, and app access, as well as visible academic and social growth in their children.
- Address
- 11100 Collett Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 688-1313
Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience Riverside as an excellent, curriculum-based daycare with caring, well-trained staff and a nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight strong child development outcomes, regular parent communication, and a beautiful facility that feels more like a school than traditional daycare. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and recommending the center.
- Address
- 515 Alessandro Blvd., Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 386-2560
- Address
- 6686 Streeter Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 689-3008
- Address
- 10850 Collett, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-0183
- Address
- 1925 Orange Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7466
- Address
- 2901 Harrison Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-6712
- Address
- 700 Highlander Ave., Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7292
KinderCare Learning Center in Riverside receives highly polarized reviews. Six parents praise the nurturing environment, qualified staff, cleanliness, educational activities, and responsive management. However, four parents report serious concerns including alleged racial bias in discipline, inadequate staffing ratios, safety issues, poor health screening practices, and lack of professional communication.
- Address
- 7897 Mission Grove Parkway, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 789-4762
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