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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Shafter, CA

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Shafter. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shafter, California at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Shafter offers 6 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 93263 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shafter

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
    Congregational Children'S Center
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    430 E Tulare Ave, Shafter, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Congregational Children's Center in Shafter receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, compassionate staff and director for creating a safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the center's strong academic instruction, smooth transition support for new students, and engaging activities including Bible lessons, field trips, and special programs.

    Caring and patient teachersresponsive directorsmooth adjustment to separation from familyacademic progress (literacy and math skills)

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Shafter

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Shafter zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
932636
5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shafter (27–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shafter based on parent reviews

Congregational Children'S Center

5(11)

430 E Tulare Ave, Shafter, CA

Congregational Children's Center in Shafter receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, compassionate staff and director for creating a safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the center's strong academic instruction, smooth transition support for new students, and engaging activities including Bible lessons, field trips, and special programs.

Caring and patient teachersresponsive directorsmooth adjustment to separation from family

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Shafter, California

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Shafter, California. 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 Shafter have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shafter, 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 Shafter

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Congregational Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Congregational Children's Center in Shafter receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, compassionate staff and director for creating a safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the center's strong academic instruction, smooth transition support for new students, and engaging activities including Bible lessons, field trips, and special programs.

Caring and patient teachersresponsive directorsmooth adjustment to separation from family
Address
430 E Tulare Ave, Shafter, CA
Phone
(661) 746-3100
Richland State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
275 West Lerdo, Shafter, CA
Phone
(661) 746-7770
Tierra Serena Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
17213 Central Valley Hwy, Shafter, CA
Phone
(805) 544-4355
Shafter Kiddie Kollege
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 Kern Street, Shafter, CA
Phone
(661) 746-4960
Shafter Hs/Ehs Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
459 E. Euclid Avenue, Shafter, CA
Phone
(661) 746-8240
Shafter Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
452 Los Angeles Street, Shafter, CA
Phone
(661) 746-1443

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Shafter, California. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Shafter have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shafter, 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 Shafter for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shafter 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.