How do I choose the right daycare in San Carlos?

When choosing a daycare in San Carlos, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in San Carlos, California (18 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 San Carlos for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Carlos

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.

Happy Campers Preschool Daycare

4.32 score

4.4(19)

510 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

Happy Campers Preschool receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational program. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children's confidence, social skills, and academic readiness, along with excellent daily communication from teachers. The facility is described as a nurturing, community-oriented environment where children thrive.

Patient and caring teachersexcellent parent-teacher communicationstrong developmental progressexperienced and stable staff

Child Daycare & Preschools in San Carlos, California

There are 18 child daycare & preschools in San Carlos, California. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in San Carlos, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 18 child daycare & preschools daycares in San Carlos, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in San Carlos, 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

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 San Carlos for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in San Carlos 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.

18 Child Daycare & Preschools in San Carlos, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Carlos

Top Rated

Little Learners Preschool Of San Carlos INC.

Happy Campers Preschool Daycare

Kindercourt Academy

San Carlos-Belmont After School; Arundel Site

San Carlos-Belmont After School; White Oaks

San Carlos-Belmont After School-Heather Site

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