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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in South Pasadena, CA

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in South Pasadena. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

South Pasadena, California at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
3

South Pasadena has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91030 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Pasadena

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
    Celebration Kids INC.
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    1101 Arroyo Verde Road, South Pasadena, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    Celebration Kids Inc. receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise it as a nurturing, play-based learning environment with exceptionally caring and stable staff. Parents consistently highlight the warm, joyful community atmosphere, child-centered approach, and the director's accessibility and support. Multiple families have chosen to extend their children's enrollment beyond typical timeframes due to their positive experiences.

    attentive and loving teacherslow staff turnoverplay-based learning philosophychild-centered emotional development
  2. 2
    Beyond The Classroom INC.
    4.07 score
    4.1(12)

    304 Pasadena Avenue, South Pasadena, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Beyond the Classroom Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's warmth, engaging activities, and focus on social-emotional learning. The program is noted for creating a family-like, nurturing environment with field trips and creative curricula. One parent reported a serious supervision concern on pickup.

    Communicative and responsive staffengaging hands-on curriculumweekly field tripssafe and nurturing environment
  3. 3
    St James Parish School
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    St. James Parish School receives mostly positive reviews praising experienced, passionate teachers who provide individual attention to students in a small, community-focused environment. The school offers Nursery through Kindergarten programs with strong parent involvement and activities. One negative review cited poor staff interactions and concerns about billing policies and fundraising.

    Experienced and passionate teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentionstrong parent community and eventspersonal greeting of students by name

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in South Pasadena

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in South Pasadena, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.48avg rating
6 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.55avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

South Pasadena zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
910308
4.5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South Pasadena (55–134 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in South Pasadena based on parent reviews

Celebration Kids INC.

5(7)

1101 Arroyo Verde Road, South Pasadena, CA

Celebration Kids Inc. receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise it as a nurturing, play-based learning environment with exceptionally caring and stable staff. Parents consistently highlight the warm, joyful community atmosphere, child-centered approach, and the director's accessibility and support. Multiple families have chosen to extend their children's enrollment beyond typical timeframes due to their positive experiences.

attentive and loving teacherslow staff turnoverplay-based learning philosophy

Colonial House Preschool

5(2)

1124 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA

One parent highlights the kind staff, flexible scheduling for working families, and a balanced curriculum of play and academics that prepares children for kindergarten. Another reviewer describes the teachers as fantastic and the environment as welcoming, noting that the staff genuinely cares for the children.

kind and caring teachersflexible hours for working parentsbalance of open-ended play and academic learning

Calvary Preschool

4.3(4)

1050 Fremont Ave., South Pasadena, CA

Reviewers highlight the welcoming and diverse community atmosphere, noting the presence of a female head pastor and modern sermons. One parent appreciates the historic 1925 brick building, while another offers a brief positive note on the location's convenience.

Welcoming communitydiverse congregationfemale head pastor

Beyond The Classroom INC.

4.1(12)

304 Pasadena Avenue, South Pasadena, CA

Beyond the Classroom Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's warmth, engaging activities, and focus on social-emotional learning. The program is noted for creating a family-like, nurturing environment with field trips and creative curricula. One parent reported a serious supervision concern on pickup.

Communicative and responsive staffengaging hands-on curriculumweekly field trips

Almansor Center (The)

4(1)

1955 Fremont Avenue, South Pasadena, CA

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Daycare types in South Pasadena

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in South Pasadena, California

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in South Pasadena, California, making up 75% of the 8 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 South Pasadena have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 43% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in South Pasadena, 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 South Pasadena

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Celebration Kids INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Celebration Kids Inc. receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise it as a nurturing, play-based learning environment with exceptionally caring and stable staff. Parents consistently highlight the warm, joyful community atmosphere, child-centered approach, and the director's accessibility and support. Multiple families have chosen to extend their children's enrollment beyond typical timeframes due to their positive experiences.

attentive and loving teacherslow staff turnoverplay-based learning philosophy
Address
1101 Arroyo Verde Road, South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(323) 258-9890
Colonial House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the kind staff, flexible scheduling for working families, and a balanced curriculum of play and academics that prepares children for kindergarten. Another reviewer describes the teachers as fantastic and the environment as welcoming, noting that the staff genuinely cares for the children.

kind and caring teachersflexible hours for working parentsbalance of open-ended play and academic learning
Address
1124 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 825-7099
Calvary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviewers highlight the welcoming and diverse community atmosphere, noting the presence of a female head pastor and modern sermons. One parent appreciates the historic 1925 brick building, while another offers a brief positive note on the location's convenience.

Welcoming communitydiverse congregationfemale head pastor
Address
1050 Fremont Ave., South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 799-0385
Beyond The Classroom INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Beyond the Classroom Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's warmth, engaging activities, and focus on social-emotional learning. The program is noted for creating a family-like, nurturing environment with field trips and creative curricula. One parent reported a serious supervision concern on pickup.

Communicative and responsive staffengaging hands-on curriculumweekly field trips
Address
304 Pasadena Avenue, South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(323) 449-4058
Almansor Center (The)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1955 Fremont Avenue, South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(323) 341-7768
Kids Klub Child Development Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1515 Garfield Ave., South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 795-2501

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in South Pasadena, California, out of 8 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 South Pasadena have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 43% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in South Pasadena, 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 Pasadena offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Pasadena for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in South Pasadena 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.