How do I choose the right daycare in San Lorenzo?

When choosing a daycare in San Lorenzo, 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

What types of daycare are available in San Lorenzo?

San Lorenzo offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in San Lorenzo, California (8 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 Lorenzo for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Lorenzo

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.

Lollipop Lane Pre-School

4.35 score

4.6(7)

341 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Parents consistently praise Lollipop Lane as a nurturing, safe preschool with dedicated and caring staff. Children reportedly come home excited about school and show significant developmental progress. The facility is noted for affordability and strong community reputation.

Caring and patient teacherssafe environmentsmall class sizesclean facilities

Kidango - Hesperian

4.22 score

4.4(6)

620 Drew St., San Lorenzo, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

Parents consistently praise KIDANGO - HESPERIAN for its caring teachers, particularly Ms. Park and Mr. King, who foster kindness and teach coping mechanisms. Alumni credit the center with providing formative childhood experiences and supporting academic success. The curriculum emphasizes learning and well-rounded development.

Dedicated and kind teachersstrong learning environmentemotional development supportcoping mechanism instruction

Child Daycare & Preschools in San Lorenzo, California

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in San Lorenzo, California, making up 67% of the 12 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 Lorenzo, 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 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in San Lorenzo, California, out of 12 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 San Lorenzo, 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

San Lorenzo offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 San Lorenzo for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in San Lorenzo 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in San Lorenzo, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Lorenzo

Top Rated

Lollipop Lane Pre-School

Kidango - Hesperian

Kidango - Del Rey

Kidango - Grant

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Daycare types in San Lorenzo