How do I choose the right daycare in South Lake Tahoe?

When choosing a daycare in South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe, California (10 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 South Lake Tahoe for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Lake Tahoe

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.

Lake Tahoe Community College Child Devel Ctr

4.4 score

4.5(19)

One College Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Note: The reviews provided are for Lake Tahoe Community College, not the child development center. Based on available information, no parent reviews of the daycare center were found. The Google rating of 4.5/5 is listed but with 0 reviews.

None mentioned for the child development center

Al Tahoe School Head Start

4.27 score

4.5(6)

1100 Lyons Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 48 children

AL TAHOE SCHOOL HEAD START receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the facility, staff, and teachers. However, one parent reported significant communication issues. The center appears to be well-regarded by most families in the South Lake Tahoe community.

Amazing staff and teachersexcellent director (Jude Wood)new facilitychildren eager to attend

Appleseeds Academy

3.93 score

3.9(10)

1100 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

Appleseeds Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, curriculum-based learning, and safe environment. However, some parents report serious concerns about refund disputes, unresponsive communication, and past investigations. Reviews note significant improvements under new management and staff.

Caring and attentive staffcurriculum-based learning through playsafe environmentsocial and language development

Child Daycare & Preschools in South Lake Tahoe, California

There are 10 child daycare & preschools in South Lake Tahoe, 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.

When choosing a daycare in South Lake Tahoe, 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 10 child daycare & preschools daycares in South Lake Tahoe, California, out of 11 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 South Lake Tahoe, 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

South Lake Tahoe offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
Headstart Programs — 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 South Lake Tahoe for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in South Lake Tahoe 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.

10 Child Daycare & Preschools in South Lake Tahoe, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Lake Tahoe

Top Rated

Lake Tahoe Community College Child Devel Ctr

Jubilee Kid'S Academy

Pequenos Rascals Learning Center

Tahoe Center

Appleseeds Academy

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Daycare types in South Lake Tahoe