248 Child Daycare & Preschools in Sacramento, California
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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
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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
There are 248 child daycare & preschools in Sacramento, California, making up 87% of the 286 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 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 consistently praise Shiloh Arms Child Development Center for its caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Children show developmental progress in areas like socialization, independence, and school readiness. The center is commended for its structured routines, fresh meals, educational activities, and strong parent engagement through events and communication.
- Address
- 3949 23rd Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 453-1309
This facility appears to be a vocational training center, not a daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (all 5/5 ratings) and focus on medical and industrial certification programs including phlebotomy, medical assistant, LVN, and forklift certification. Students praise engaging instructors, high job placement rates, and comprehensive career support.
- Address
- 5451 Lemon Hill Ave., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 433-2655
Treehouse Learning Center (also referred to as Happy Time Preschool by reviewers) receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Parents praise the dedicated, caring staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and individualized attention to each child's developmental needs. The facility is noted for cleanliness, engaging activities, and creating a warm, family-like environment where children are excited to attend.
- Address
- 7610 Elsie Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 689-8889
- Address
- 1618 27th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 457-7348
- Address
- 2635 Edison Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 993-6510
Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, well-maintained grounds, and amenities. Parents appreciate the playground facilities suitable for children ages 5-11, ample parking, and convenient location. The $5 entry fee is noted as reasonable for birthday events, though early arrival is recommended due to parking lot capacity and head count limits.
- Address
- 3530 41st Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 263-1319
EDU-CARE CENTERS receives mostly positive feedback for preparing children for kindergarten with experienced, caring staff and structured curricula. However, one parent reported witnessing concerning physical handling of a child, which raises serious safety concerns that warrant investigation.
- Address
- 3541 San Lucas Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 489-1087
- Address
- 5917 26th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 433-5438
- Address
- 3500 2nd Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 451-9498
- Address
- 1300 Sutterville Rd., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 456-0551
- Address
- 616 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 231-9173
- Address
- 1593 Waterwheel Dr., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 564-2095
Rainbow Day Care has undergone significant recent improvements under new management (Director Ms. Sharon), with most recent parents praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and positive changes to curriculum and policies. However, some past reviews cite serious concerns including 7 licensing violations over 4 years, inconsistent care practices, disorganized staff, and financial/integrity issues.
- Address
- 901 P Street, Suite 155b, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 448-5231
- Address
- 2001 55th St, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 476-5775
Cottage Kids receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, developmentally appropriate curriculum, modern facilities, and strong administrative support under new leadership. However, a small number of parents reported serious concerns including inadequate incident reporting, safety management issues, and dismissive administrative behavior.
- Address
- 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 979-2011
- Address
- 6032 36th Ave., Rm.#3, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 277-6522
Kelli's Pals Preschool & Day Care in Sacramento receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, flexible staff, engaging activities, structured curriculum, and family-like atmosphere. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel their concerns are addressed promptly.
- Address
- 501 San Juan Road, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 922-0724
- Address
- 2001 10th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 443-3156
Happy Time Preschool receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise the staff's compassion, family-oriented approach, cleanliness, and structured environment, with some families having attended for decades. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about facility cleanliness, staff conduct, and child treatment.
- Address
- 4518 47th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 422-6777
Kinder World has highly mixed reviews. Most parents praise the educational approach, patient staff, and child development support, with several reporting multi-year positive experiences. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about administrative responsiveness and facility cleanliness issues.
- Address
- 6565 Belleau Wood Lane, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 422-5437
- Address
- 5250 Riverside Blvd., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 446-4567
- Address
- 5230 Ehrhardt Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 617-7248
Great Beginnings receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring teachers, clean facility, developmental activities, and positive child experiences. However, some parents report poor communication, high pricing, and management concerns.
- Address
- 2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 456-4642
- Address
- 5746 40th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 563-5020
- Address
- 4680 Monument Dr., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 332-9908
Safari Kid receives mixed reviews ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the professional staff, learning activities, fresh meals, and reasonable pricing. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, supervision practices, and operational transparency.
- Address
- 10190 Systems Pkwy, Unit 110, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (510) 386-7777
Kreative Kids Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Six parents praise the caring staff, educational focus, and family-like atmosphere, while four parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, safety issues, unprofessional conflict resolution, and retaliation against parents who raised complaints.
- Address
- 7020 Wyndham Dr., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 689-3777
Circle of Friends receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caregivers and describe positive developmental outcomes for their children over extended enrollment periods. However, several parents report management and administrative issues including poor communication, unexpected enrollment disruptions, and cleanliness concerns.
- Address
- 3708 Marconi Ave., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 972-9200
The reviews provided do not contain substantive feedback about the daycare center itself. Most reviewers appear to be commenting on the residential apartment complex rather than the early learning center, discussing the housing community, amenities, and safety features.
- Address
- 816 Revere Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 563-5069
Family Matters Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most parents praising attentive and nurturing staff, effective communication via the Brightwheel app, and developmental progress in their children. One parent reported serious concerns about inadequate bathroom supervision during potty training, lost clothing items, inflexible drop-off policies, and staff inconsistency.
- Address
- 5452 14th Ave., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 457-4067
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