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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Seaside, CA

Compare 10 child daycare & preschools in Seaside. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Seaside, California at a glance

Programs
10
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Seaside offers 10 licensed child daycare & preschools, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 3.8/5.The largest concentration is in 93955 with 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Seaside

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Seaside, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.8avg rating
10 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Seaside zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9395511
3.8
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Seaside (12–180 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Seaside based on parent reviews

Academy For Children

5

1664 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, CA

Csumb Child Development Center

5

100 Campus Center Bld, #91, Seaside, CA

New West Center For School Age Children

4

1405 La Salle Avenue, Seaside, CA

Avondale Early Education Center

4

1405 La Salle Avenue, Seaside, CA

Seaside Child Development Center

1(1)

1450 Elm Avenue, Seaside, CA

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Daycare types in Seaside

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Seaside, California

There are 10 child daycare & preschools in Seaside, California, making up 91% of the 11 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Seaside have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.8 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Seaside, 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 Seaside

Showing 10 results

Academy For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1664 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 899-9000
Csumb Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
100 Campus Center Bld, #91, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 582-4550
New West Center For School Age Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1405 La Salle Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 899-4757
Avondale Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1405 La Salle Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 899-4757
Seaside Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
1450 Elm Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 392-3456
The Salvation Army Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Salvation Army Child Development Center in Seaside has received mostly positive reviews praising its low class sizes, caring staff, and supportive community environment. However, there are serious concerns raised about food safety practices, including expired dairy and meat products being distributed, and one report of inadequate support during a safety crisis.

Low student-to-teacher ratios (4:1)small class sizes (under 15 students)caring and respectful staff
Address
1491 Contra Costa Street, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 899-4911
Del Rey Woods State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1281 Plumas Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 392-3507
Highlands Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1650 Sonoma Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 393-0750
Salvation Army Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

This Salvation Army center receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, small class sizes (4:1 ratios, under 15 students per class), and supportive community environment. However, there are serious concerns about expired food distribution and accessibility issues.

Low class ratios and small class sizescaring and respectful staffchildren learn and thrive academically
Address
1491 Contra Costa Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 899-4911
Monterey Bay Christian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1160 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, CA
Phone
(831) 394-7881

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10 child daycare & preschools daycares in Seaside, California, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Seaside have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Seaside, 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
Seaside offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Seaside for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Seaside 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.