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248 Child Daycare & Preschools in Sacramento, California

Browse all 248 child daycare & preschools in Sacramento, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1
    Fremont Nursery School
    4.75 score
    5(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
  2. 2

    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
  3. 3

    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
  4. 4

    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
  5. 5
    Dar-Ul-Madinah
    4.64 score
    4.8(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
  6. 6
    Good Neighbors
    4.64 score
    4.9(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
  7. 7
    Dot Tot Center
    4.59 score
    4.8(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
  8. 8

    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
  9. 9

    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
  10. 10

    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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Sacramento based on parent reviews

Nhdf Child Development Center - Sacramento

5(11)

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.

Director is compassionate and highly communicativeknowledgeable

Cadence Education INC - Alhambra

4.8(20)

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.

Caring and professional staffquality curriculum supporting language and learning

Creative Spaces Preschool And Learning Center

4.8(20)

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.

Warm and caring teacherspatient and nurturing staffclean and organized facility

Dar-Ul-Madinah

4.8(20)

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.

Peaceful and welcoming atmosphereexcellent prayer arrangements for men and womenmultiple Islamic learning programs in English and other languages

Good Neighbors

4.9(12)

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.

excellent teachersgreat environmentstrong parent communication

Dot Tot Center

4.8(14)

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.

Experienced staff with high retention (some 40+ years)non-profit organizationincluded diapers/wipes/meals/snacks

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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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Sacramento

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Robert J Fite Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9561 Fite School Road, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 688-3310
Golden Empire Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9045 Canberra Dr., Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 228-5890
Growing Brilliant Natomas
Child Daycare & Preschools

Growing Brilliant Natomas receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teachers who are caring and communicative, strong academic curriculum with creative lesson planning, and significant developmental progress in their children. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and exceeding expectations.

Caring and enthusiastic teachersstrong academics and creative curriculumexcellent commun
Address
2040 Club Center Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 941-5304
Hagginwood State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1418 Palo Verde Avenue, Rm 20, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 263-8366
James Marshall State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9525 Goethe, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 264-4210
John Bidwell Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1730 65th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 433-5451
John Cabrillo Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1141 Seamas, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 264-4210
Kiddy Club Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5230 Ehrhardt Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 617-7248
Kids Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7511 West Stockton, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 801-9072
Kindercare Learning Center - Capitol City (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
744 P Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 444-0029
Kindercare Learning Center - Mack (Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools

This KinderCare location receives mostly positive reviews from parents who praise staff quality, teacher-child relationships, and daily communication through their app. However, one prospective parent expressed concerns about staff-to-child ratios in the toddler program and facility conditions.

caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child bondsdaily photo updates via app
Address
4920 Mack Road, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 428-1880
Kindercare Learning Center - Vintage Park (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Vintage Park for its caring, attentive staff and safe, clean environment. Children show academic growth and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating the Learning Adventures program, daily communication via app, and inclusion of meals and activities. Multiple long-term families report feeling confident in the center's care and describing it as an extension of their family.

Caring and attentive staffclean and safe environmenteducational Learning Adventures program
Address
8887 Vintage Park, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 682-1111
Maeola Beitzel Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8140 Caymus Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 682-7226
Mark Twain Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4914 58th Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 264-4210
Martin Luther King Jr. Ps
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
480 Little River Way, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 718-7097
Mary Tsukamoto Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8737 Brittany Park Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 682-7400
Mc Kinley Montessori School-East
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3014 H Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 447-5331
Mc Kinley Montessori School-West
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3008 H Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 447-5331
Merryhill School-Karitsa
Child Daycare & Preschools

Merryhill School-Karitsa in Sacramento receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the cleanliness of facilities, strong teaching quality, and visible child development across academic and social skills. Leadership, particularly Principal Ms. Yvonne, is noted as hands-on and supportive.

Nurturing and safe environmentdedicated and caring teachershands-on principal and leadersh
Address
2855 Karitsa Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 575-9603
Merryhill School-Midtown
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2600 V Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 429-6055
Merryhill School-Millcreek
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2565 Millcreek Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 564-7343
Merryhill School-Pocket
Child Daycare & Preschools

Merryhill School-Pocket in Sacramento receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive teaching staff, welcoming atmosphere, and positive developmental progress their children experience. The school is noted as being particularly supportive during transitions and separation anxiety.

Warm and caring teachersespecially Ms. Nana who receives multiple mentionssmooth transitions for anxious children
Address
7335 Park City Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 424-2299
Natomas School Readiness-Witter Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3790 Poppy Hill Way, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 567-5620
Natomas School Readiness-H. Allen Hight Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3200 North Park Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 567-5516
Natomas School Readiness-Natomas Park Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4700 Crest Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 567-5516
Noralto Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
477 Las Palmas Ave., Room 8, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 566-1616
Natomas School Readiness-Two Rivers
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3201 W. River Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 567-5520
Oak Park Preschool INC. II
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4036 14th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 737-7064
Ready-Set-Go Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Ready-Set-Go Children's Center receives mostly positive reviews praising cleanliness, education, and safety, with parents reporting satisfaction over multi-year enrollments. However, two low ratings highlight serious concerns about illness management policies, lack of supervision during incidents, and inadequate incident reporting.

Clean and sanitized facilitystrong educational focussafe playground
Address
4331 Galbrath Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 331-2013
Paradise Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9000 La Riviera Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 718-3642

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Frequently asked questions

There are 248 child daycare & preschools daycares in Sacramento, California, out of 286 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 Sacramento, 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
Sacramento offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 248 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 17 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 20 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 Sacramento for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sacramento 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.