
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Based on 111 daycares with Google ratings in Sacramento
Top qualities mentioned across 963 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Sacramento, based on parent reviews
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 |
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
Highest rated daycares in Sacramento based on parent reviews
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Parents highlight the nurturing and knowledgeable staff who successfully prepare children for kindergarten and support developmental milestones from infancy. Reviewers appreciate the program's ability to create a smooth transition during the pandemic and foster social, emotional, and language skills in a safe, inclusive environment.
Robla Preschool receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the genuine care and dedication of staff. Parents appreciate the close collaboration between teachers and families, and report that children are well-prepared for kindergarten. One parent had a negative experience with a teacher assignment request that was not accommodated.
Parents consistently praise Champions @ Arnold Adreani Elementary for its caring, patient staff and safe, clean environment. The program effectively prepares children academically and provides reliable after-school care for working families. Children are reported to enjoy attending and feel loved and supported by staff.
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.
Parents highlight the staff's professionalism, kindness, and family-like atmosphere, with multiple families noting multi-generational enrollment and high satisfaction. Reviewers appreciate the welcoming environment and the care provided to children, noting staff maintain a positive attitude regardless of daily challenges. Although the business listing indicates zero reviews, the provided text contains four distinct five-star testimonials.
Parents highlight the management and teaching staff as professional, caring, and welcoming, noting that the team treats families like family. Several reviewers mention positive experiences spanning multiple years, with one family enrolling a fourth child at the center.
Parents highlight the staff's professionalism, kindness, and family-like atmosphere, with one parent noting a multi-generational enrollment history spanning three years per child. Reviewers consistently describe the environment as loving, caring, and welcoming for both students and families.
Parents consistently praise Champions @ Arnold Adreani Elementary for its caring, patient staff and safe, clean environment. The program effectively prepares children academically while offering engaging activities for after-school and seasonal care. Working parents appreciate the flexible scheduling and homework support.
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.
Parents describe Centennial Christian Pre-School as a convenient and highly recommended program where children thrive socially and academically. Reviewers highlight the loving staff, thoughtful curriculum, and strong sense of community fostered through parent participation. Several families returned for multiple children due to the nurturing environment and lasting friendships formed.
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.
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 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.
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.
Penleigh Child Development Center in Sacramento receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like environment, strong developmental outcomes, and transparent communication. Families report their children thrive academically and socially during their time at the center.
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.
This listing appears to be for a church rather than a daycare preschool. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (10/10 five-star ratings) and focus on the church's spiritual guidance, welcoming community, and pastoral leadership rather than preschool or childcare services.
Forever Friends Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and developmental programs. Most reviews highlight strong communication, smooth transitions for children, and long-lasting relationships. One negative review alleges discriminatory practices and poor directorship.
Fruitridge Preschool is highly rated as a community resource center offering employment services, skills training, and various community support programs. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, safe atmosphere, and comprehensive services available to families. The facility features open spaces suitable for community events and activities.
Forever Young Infant Care Center receives universal praise from parents for its experienced, long-tenured staff who provide nurturing, attentive care in a small, intimate setting. Parents consistently highlight the developmental progress their children make, the inclusion of meals, diapers, and wipes in tuition, and the strong sense of community fostered by the center. The facility specializes in infant care (6 weeks to 2 years) and operates with low staff turnover and over 35 years of operation.
Parents highlight the school's warm, welcoming environment and the teachers' support for child autonomy, with one family noting five years of preparation for their child's next educational step. Reviewers emphasize the strong relationships formed between staff and families, describing the educators as dedicated and experienced. No specific drawbacks or complaints are mentioned in the available feedback.
Parents highlight the warm and nurturing teachers who treat children like family, while appreciating the provision of three nutritious meals daily and engaging learning activities. One reviewer describes the center as a great place for toddlers, with one parent noting their child enjoys staying there so much they ask to leave later.
One parent highlights the warm, nurturing teachers and nutritious three-meal service, noting their child enjoys the learning activities enough to want to stay. Another reviewer appreciates the family-like treatment and dedicated staff, including specific teachers and the administrator, while a third simply describes the location as great for toddlers.
Parents describe KENESSET ISRAEL TORAH CTR as a welcoming, friendly facility with a strong community atmosphere. The center offers vegetarian-friendly options and features nice landscaping. It is affiliated with a smaller Modern Orthodox synagogue and hosts Jewish cultural events.
Parents praise the YMCA Language Academy of Sacramento for its effective Spanish immersion program, caring teachers, and strong principal leadership. Students develop strong bilingual skills in Spanish and English while enjoying a student-oriented environment with engaging school events. However, some concerns were raised about yard duty staff professionalism and teaching engagement.
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