25 Child Daycare & Preschools in San Leandro, California
Browse all 25 child daycare & preschools in San Leandro, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Leandro
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.
- 1Learning Clock Montessori School4.55 score5(6)
13305 Doolittle Dr, San Leandro, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children
Learning Clock Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental outcomes. Parents report their children show improved independence, social skills, academic growth, and genuine enthusiasm for attending school.
Attentive and qualified staffclean facilityMontessori approach promotes independencestrong academic and social development - 2Children'S Montessori Adventure4.51 score4.8(9)
580 Joaquin Ave., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Children's Montessori Adventure is highly regarded by most parents for its rigorous Montessori curriculum, caring staff led by Ms. Lorena, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The program emphasizes independence, emotional regulation, and structured learning with hands-on activities. However, one parent reported their child was asked to leave after struggling to adapt to the strict rules and procedures.
Academically rigorous programcaring and nurturing - 3Bubbly Tots Learning Center4.33 score4.5(10)
963 Manor Blvd., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children
Bubbly Tots Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, skilled teaching staff, strong curriculum, and the director Ms. Soni's accommodating approach. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents consistently report their children love attending. One parent expressed concerns about teacher-parent communication policies and perceived staff-to-child ratios.
Caring and skilled teachersstrong academic curriculum (mathreadingwriting) - 4Cfcs Head Start - San Leandro Adult School4.33 score4.5(10)
1444 Williams St., San Leandro, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 25 children
Reviews are largely positive, with most commenters praising the staff and teachers for being supportive and welcoming. The facility offers affordable educational programs with convenient online enrollment and study options. A few reviews express confusion about location or enrollment procedures.
Supportive and patient teacherswelcoming environmentaffordable compared to other Bay Area schoolsconvenient online enrollment - 5Lots Of Love Child Care Center4.18 score4.3(8)
2000 Washington St., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Lots of Love Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care, attention, and educational outcomes. Parents highlight the nurturing environment and children's academic progress, though a small number of reviewers reported poor phone communication and customer service.
Strong academic progress in reading and writingcaring and attentive staffflexible and understandinghealthy home-cooked meals - 6Live Learn And Laugh Preschool - Site II4.07 score4.1(12)
14871 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Live Learn and Laugh Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly Director Ms. Tyesha), and strong academic and social-emotional development of children. One parent reported a negative experience regarding food/water provision and concerns about award distribution fairness.
Warm and nurturing environmentstrong teacher-student relationshipsacademic preparation for kindergartencultural inclusivity - 7Davis Street Community Center3.78 score3.7(13)
951 Dowling Boulevard, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Davis Street Community Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the organization's extensive community resources, helpful staff, and services. However, several reviewers criticize front desk staff for being rude, dismissive, and unhelpful, which negatively impacts the patient experience.
Comprehensive resources and servicescaring and attentive counselorsnice medical stafffree items and food assistance - 8Stepping Stones Growth Center3.55 score3.1(5)
311 Macarthur Boulevard, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Stepping Stones Growth Center receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise the art programs and note it serves people with disabilities well. However, other parents report significant concerns about staff professionalism, high staff turnover, unprofessional behavior from leadership, and restrictive lunch policies.
Art experiencesaccommodates people with disabilities - 9Cfcs Head Start - Jefferson2.34 score1.3(8)
14432 Bancroft Avenue, San Leandro, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children
Parents report serious safety concerns at this facility, with multiple accounts of children sustaining significant injuries including broken teeth, broken jaw, and facial lacerations while in care. Parents express lack of confidence in supervision and question the adequacy of staff oversight.
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Highest rated daycares in San Leandro based on parent reviews
Children'S Montessori Adventure
580 Joaquin Ave., San Leandro, CA
Children's Montessori Adventure is highly regarded by most parents for its rigorous Montessori curriculum, caring staff led by Ms. Lorena, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The program emphasizes independence, emotional regulation, and structured learning with hands-on activities. However, one parent reported their child was asked to leave after struggling to adapt to the strict rules and procedures.
Our Future Tots
2060 Marina Blvd., San Leandro, CA
Bubbly Tots Learning Center
963 Manor Blvd., San Leandro, CA
Bubbly Tots Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, skilled teaching staff, strong curriculum, and the director Ms. Soni's accommodating approach. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents consistently report their children love attending. One parent expressed concerns about teacher-parent communication policies and perceived staff-to-child ratios.
Beth Sholom Preschool
642 Dolores Avenue, San Leandro, CA
Li'L Angels At Fargo
890 Fargo Ave, San Leandro, CA
Lots Of Love Child Care Center
2000 Washington St., San Leandro, CA
Lots of Love Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care, attention, and educational outcomes. Parents highlight the nurturing environment and children's academic progress, though a small number of reviewers reported poor phone communication and customer service.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in San Leandro, California
There are 25 child daycare & preschools in San Leandro, California, making up 76% of the 33 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 San Leandro, 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 San Leandro
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- Address
- 642 Dolores Avenue, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 357-7920
- Address
- 1190 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 635-5437
- Address
- 1699 Orchard Avenue, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 483-3610
- Address
- 2060 Marina Blvd., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 352-7400
- Address
- 14790 Corvallis St., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 352-5782
Children's Montessori Adventure is highly regarded by most parents for its rigorous Montessori curriculum, caring staff led by Ms. Lorena, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The program emphasizes independence, emotional regulation, and structured learning with hands-on activities. However, one parent reported their child was asked to leave after struggling to adapt to the strict rules and procedures.
- Address
- 580 Joaquin Ave., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 352-4341
- Address
- 890 Fargo Ave, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 895-8736
Bubbly Tots Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, skilled teaching staff, strong curriculum, and the director Ms. Soni's accommodating approach. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents consistently report their children love attending. One parent expressed concerns about teacher-parent communication policies and perceived staff-to-child ratios.
- Address
- 963 Manor Blvd., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 372-0811
Lots of Love Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care, attention, and educational outcomes. Parents highlight the nurturing environment and children's academic progress, though a small number of reviewers reported poor phone communication and customer service.
- Address
- 2000 Washington St., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 785-5321
- Address
- 1600 Bancroft Ave., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 569-4137
Live Learn and Laugh Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly Director Ms. Tyesha), and strong academic and social-emotional development of children. One parent reported a negative experience regarding food/water provision and concerns about award distribution fairness.
- Address
- 14871 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 569-9075
Davis Street Community Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the organization's extensive community resources, helpful staff, and services. However, several reviewers criticize front desk staff for being rude, dismissive, and unhelpful, which negatively impacts the patient experience.
- Address
- 951 Dowling Boulevard, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 777-9317
- Address
- 3000 Waterfall Way, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 351-5156
- Address
- 993 Estudillo Avenue, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 895-9590
- Address
- 993 Estudillo, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 895-9590
Stepping Stones Growth Center receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise the art programs and note it serves people with disabilities well. However, other parents report significant concerns about staff professionalism, high staff turnover, unprofessional behavior from leadership, and restrictive lunch policies.
- Address
- 311 Macarthur Boulevard, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 568-3331
- Address
- 14795 Washington Avenue, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 357-8432
- Address
- 301 Dowling Blvd, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 564-4276
- Address
- 14790 Corvalis St., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 357-3200
- Address
- 1500 Dayton Ave, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 317-3600
- Address
- 2305 Washington Avenue, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 351-6400
- Address
- 16492 Foothill Blvd., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 278-0288
- Address
- 1650 Manor Blvd, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 357-2530
- Address
- 451 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 351-4144
- Address
- 16335 E. 14th St, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 481-4526
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- 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
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