Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Sacramento, CA
Compare 248 child daycare & preschools in Sacramento. Average rating: 4.36/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Sacramento, California at a glance
- Programs
- 248
- Avg rating
- 4.36/5
- Parent reviews
- 963
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 67
Sacramento has 248 licensed child daycare & preschools with 963 parent reviews averaging 4.36/5.67 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 95831 (avg 5 stars), while 95814 has the largest selection (19 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sacramento
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.
- 1Fremont Nursery School4.75 score5(15)
5770 Carlson Drive, Sacramento, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 64 children
Fremont Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as an exceptional, play-based preschool with caring and creative teachers. Parents consistently highlight their children's enthusiasm for school, strong academic and social-emotional development, and the warm community atmosphere. Multiple families have sent multiple children or attended themselves as children, indicating strong multi-generational satisfaction.
Experienced and nurturing teachersplay-based and developmentally appropriate curriculumcreative and engaging activitiesclean facilities - 2Nhdf Child Development Center - Sacramento4.69 score5(11)
2224 Beaumont Street, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children
NHDF Child Development Center (Little Summit) in Sacramento receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the staff's expertise with children on the autism spectrum, the director's exceptional care and communication, and the center's clean, nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with staff being attentive, kind, and easy to work with.
Director is compassionate and highly communicativeknowledgeable - 3Cadence Education INC - Alhambra4.64 score4.8(20)
1820 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Cadence Education Inc - Alhambra receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, quality curriculum, and strong communication through daily activity updates and photos. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience good developmental progress, and benefit from a clean, well-organized facility with responsive leadership.
Caring and professional staffquality curriculum supporting language and learning - 4Creative Spaces Preschool And Learning Center4.64 score4.8(20)
5315 H Street, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Creative Spaces Preschool and Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, attentive, and well-trained staff. Parents consistently highlight the clean, well-organized facility, nurturing environment, and developmental benefits that prepare children for kindergarten and beyond. The center is noted for excellent hours, limited closures, and a balance of structured learning with child-directed play.
Warm and caring teacherspatient and nurturing staffclean and organized facilitymixed-age classrooms - 5Dar-Ul-Madinah4.64 score4.8(20)
4110 North Freeway Blvd, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
DAR-UL-MADINAH is an Islamic center and school in Sacramento with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Parents praise it as a welcoming, well-managed facility that serves as both a mosque and educational institution for children and adults. The center offers prayer services, Quranic instruction, Islamic classes in multiple languages, and community programs for all ages.
Peaceful and welcoming atmosphereexcellent prayer arrangements for men and womenmultiple Islamic learning programs in English and other languagesQuranic memorization (Hifz) classes - 6Good Neighbors4.64 score4.9(12)
3700 Knightlinger, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Good Neighbors is a highly-rated daycare center in Sacramento with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the quality of care, teacher engagement, and strong communication. The center has a 70+ year history in the community and provides scholarships to local high school students.
excellent teachersgreat environmentstrong parent communicationchild happiness - 7Dot Tot Center4.59 score4.8(14)
1630 12th Street, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
DOT Tot Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff with exceptional longevity, non-profit model, and inclusive services. Parents consistently highlight the director's responsiveness, strong teacher retention (some staff since the 1980s), and the significant convenience of included diapers, wipes, and meals. Families report their children thrive socially and emotionally in this affordable, well-managed environment.
Experienced staff with high retention (some 40+ years)non-profit organizationincluded diapers/wipes/meals/snacksaffordable tuition - 8Inspire Preschool Academy4.58 score5(7)
1996 Del Paso Rd, Suite 178, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Inspire Preschool Academy in Sacramento receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, family-like environment combined with strong academics and structured learning programs. Parents highlight the experienced, caring staff, developmentally appropriate curriculum with daily activities in music, art, and STEAM, and excellent communication with families. Children show strong kindergarten readiness and parents report smooth transitions and improved social-emotional skills.
Experienced and long-tenured staffwarm and intimate environmentstrong academic preparation for kindergartendaily themed learning activities - 9Seta - Norma Johnson Early Learning Center4.56 score4.7(20)
3265 Norwood Avenue, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Reviews praise Norma Johnson Early Learning Center as a beautiful nature-focused facility with well-maintained trails, educational programs, and community activities. Visitors highlight the outdoor features including ponds, butterfly exhibits, bird viewing areas, and various hiking paths suitable for families. The location serves as both an early learning center and public wilderness park with seasonal events and activities.
nature educationscenic trailsbutterfly exhibitsbird viewing areas - 10St. Ignatius Parish Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
3235 Arden Way, Sacramento, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
St. Ignatius Parish Preschool is a church-based facility in Sacramento with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the spiritual atmosphere, sense of community, and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the school's educational quality, youth programs, and community outreach initiatives.
Strong spiritual environmentfriendly staff and teachersquality educationyouth ministry programs
Rating Distribution
Based on 111 daycares with Google ratings in Sacramento
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 963 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Sacramento, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Sacramento zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95831 | 14 | 5 | 1 | |
| 95819 | 9 | 4.96 | 5 | |
| 95829 | 9 | 4.9 | 2 | |
| 95838 | 8 | 4.88 | 4 | |
| 95835 | 10 | 4.75 | 2 | |
| 95834 | 9 | 4.74 | 4 | |
| 95864 | 9 | 4.72 | 5 | |
| 95814 | 19 | 4.65 | 10 | |
| 95833 | 17 | 4.63 | 2 | |
| 95816 | 7 | 4.5 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Sacramento (9–239 children)
Small
up to 30 children
112
Medium
31–75 children
133
Large
76–150 children
34
Very Large
150+ children
7
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Sacramento based on parent reviews
Nhdf Child Development Center - Sacramento
2224 Beaumont Street, Sacramento, CA
NHDF Child Development Center (Little Summit) in Sacramento receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the staff's expertise with children on the autism spectrum, the director's exceptional care and communication, and the center's clean, nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with staff being attentive, kind, and easy to work with.
Cadence Education INC - Alhambra
1820 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA
Cadence Education Inc - Alhambra receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, quality curriculum, and strong communication through daily activity updates and photos. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience good developmental progress, and benefit from a clean, well-organized facility with responsive leadership.
Creative Spaces Preschool And Learning Center
5315 H Street, Sacramento, CA
Creative Spaces Preschool and Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, attentive, and well-trained staff. Parents consistently highlight the clean, well-organized facility, nurturing environment, and developmental benefits that prepare children for kindergarten and beyond. The center is noted for excellent hours, limited closures, and a balance of structured learning with child-directed play.
Dar-Ul-Madinah
4110 North Freeway Blvd, Sacramento, CA
DAR-UL-MADINAH is an Islamic center and school in Sacramento with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Parents praise it as a welcoming, well-managed facility that serves as both a mosque and educational institution for children and adults. The center offers prayer services, Quranic instruction, Islamic classes in multiple languages, and community programs for all ages.
Good Neighbors
3700 Knightlinger, Sacramento, CA
Good Neighbors is a highly-rated daycare center in Sacramento with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the quality of care, teacher engagement, and strong communication. The center has a 70+ year history in the community and provides scholarships to local high school students.
Dot Tot Center
1630 12th Street, Sacramento, CA
DOT Tot Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff with exceptional longevity, non-profit model, and inclusive services. Parents consistently highlight the director's responsiveness, strong teacher retention (some staff since the 1980s), and the significant convenience of included diapers, wipes, and meals. Families report their children thrive socially and emotionally in this affordable, well-managed environment.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Sacramento, California
Sacramento’s childcare landscape offers 248 facilities, ranging from community centers to independent preschools, providing diverse options for families. Parents consistently highlight clean environments and staff who treat children with genuine care and attention, creating a supportive home-like atmosphere. A standout area for high-performing centers is the 95831 zip code, where facilities maintain exceptional standards across the board.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Sacramento have an average rating of 4.36 out of 5 across 111 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 963 parent reviews. Parents in Sacramento most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, caring and attentive staff, and safe environment.
When choosing a daycare in Sacramento, 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 Sacramento
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One parent highlights the staff as respectful and helpful, while another recalls a positive childhood experience involving learning and socializing. No specific complaints are noted in the limited feedback.
- Address
- 155 Morey Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 566-3485
One parent highlights the nurturing environment that fostered a love of learning, noting that while minor issues arose, they were resolved collaboratively. Another review praises the creative space, patient educators, and positive redirection methods, finding the setting safe and thriving for their child.
- Address
- 4390 47th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 743-1779
Parents consistently praise Creative Corner Preschool (note: reviews mention Creative Corner, not Glory Children's Learning Ctr) for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff who provide personalized care and attention. The facility prioritizes child safety, developmental support, and community building, with parents reporting their children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. All five reviews award 5-star ratings, highlighting strong parent-teacher relationships and reliable daily communication.
- Address
- 2641 Cooper Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 515-8446
Parents highlight the facility's attractive environment and describe the staff as both kind and highly professional. Reviewers express deep gratitude for the unconditional support and excellent service provided by the center.
- Address
- 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 484-8651
Parents highlight the center's nonprofit status as a key benefit, offering low tuition, nutritious meals, and high-quality care without hidden fees. Reviewers appreciate the secure facility, certified teachers, and structured curriculum, though one notes the facility does not currently accept children under two years old.
- Address
- 475 Florin Road, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 428-4651
- Address
- 4390 47th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 743-1779
- Address
- 5265 H Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 743-1779
- Address
- 2001 Pebblewood Drive, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 920-8188
- Address
- 4700 Crest Dr., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 419-8331
- Address
- 8205 Florin Road, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 383-3278
- Address
- 1625 22nd Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 444-9404
- Address
- 8245 Ferguson Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 381-5437
Parents consistently praise Creative Corner Preschool for its warm, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who provide individualized attention and care. Families highlight the strong sense of community, developmental support, and reliable management as key strengths. The facility is described as unpretentious but well-managed, with staff who genuinely care for each child's growth and wellbeing.
- Address
- 2641 Cooper Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 515-8446
Inspire Preschool Academy in Sacramento receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, family-like environment combined with strong academics and structured learning programs. Parents highlight the experienced, caring staff, developmentally appropriate curriculum with daily activities in music, art, and STEAM, and excellent communication with families. Children show strong kindergarten readiness and parents report smooth transitions and improved social-emotional skills.
- Address
- 1996 Del Paso Rd, Suite 178, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 574-9591
- Address
- 5600 Gilgunn Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 393-9588
- Address
- 6101 S Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 732-6680
- Address
- 2332 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 568-1855
- Address
- 2850 49th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 277-6259
Parents highlight the center's strong sense of community, continuity of care with primary teachers, and comprehensive learning opportunities including literacy and play-based activities. Reviewers also appreciate the clean facilities, healthy meals, and effective communication tools. No specific drawbacks were mentioned in the available feedback.
- Address
- 1411 O Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 231-1153
Parents highlight the center's safe, clean environment with age-appropriate outdoor spaces and a healthy, chef-prepared menu. Long-term families value the continuity of care, engaging activities, and strong communication tools, with some noting significant academic progress in reading.
- Address
- 1020 N Street, Suite 180, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 273-2902
NHDF Child Development Center (Little Summit) in Sacramento receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the staff's expertise with children on the autism spectrum, the director's exceptional care and communication, and the center's clean, nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with staff being attentive, kind, and easy to work with.
- Address
- 2224 Beaumont Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 923-1216
- Address
- 6601 Steiner Drive, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 433-5079
- Address
- 1351 58th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 452-1100
The Learning Pointe Christian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, both academically and socially, along with excellent classroom organization and cleanliness. The program director and individual teachers are frequently mentioned by name as exceptional in their roles.
- Address
- 2406 Del Paso Road, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 419-1498
Parents highlight the center's continuity of care, strong academic outcomes like early reading skills, and a supportive, family-like atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the clean facilities, engaging play-based curriculum, and transparent daily communication with staff.
- Address
- 1020 N Street, Suite 180, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 273-2902
- Address
- 2452 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (209) 595-1875
- Address
- 520 18th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 264-4186
Parents highlight Sutterville Preschool Inc. as a top-rated, cooperative-style program featuring a large backyard and play-heavy learning environment. Reviewers appreciate the dedicated staff, including specialized art instruction, and the opportunity for family participation in the school community.
- Address
- 5520 Gilgunn Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 455-9420
- Address
- 530 18th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 264-4365
Parents describe Stepping Stones School as a charming, new preschool located in East Sacramento with a refurbished facility and updated play yard. Reviewers highlight the friendly, knowledgeable director and a positive, play-based learning model. One parent highly recommends the program, noting its convenient proximity to downtown.
- Address
- 4421 A Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 254-0837
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