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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stanford, CA

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Stanford. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Stanford, California at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Stanford offers 6 licensed child daycare & preschools, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.42/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94305 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 7 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stanford

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
    Children'S Center Of Stanford Community - Big Kids
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    695 Pampas Lane, Stanford, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

    CHILDREN'S CENTER OF STANFORD COMMUNITY - BIG KIDS receives mostly positive reviews praising teacher attentiveness, play-based learning, outdoor activities, and a beautiful facility. However, one detailed negative review raises concerns about strict policies, inconsistent teaching quality, and questionable discipline practices.

    Attentive and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsplay-based interactive environmentbeautiful and clean facility
  2. 2
    Children'S Center Of Stanford Comm - Little Kids
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    695 Pampas Ln, Stanford, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    CHILDREN'S CENTER OF STANFORD COMM - LITTLE KIDS has received mostly positive reviews praising the caring teachers, play-based learning environment, and beautiful facilities. However, one parent raised significant concerns about classroom policies, teacher consistency, and child management practices that negatively impacted their child's experience.

    Attentive and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsplay-based learning environmentbeautiful and clean

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Stanford

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.38avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Stanford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
943057
4.42
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Stanford (24–125 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Stanford based on parent reviews

Children'S Center Of Stanford Community - Big Kids

4.4(5)

695 Pampas Lane, Stanford, CA

CHILDREN'S CENTER OF STANFORD COMMUNITY - BIG KIDS receives mostly positive reviews praising teacher attentiveness, play-based learning, outdoor activities, and a beautiful facility. However, one detailed negative review raises concerns about strict policies, inconsistent teaching quality, and questionable discipline practices.

Attentive and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsplay-based interactive environment

Children'S Center Of Stanford Comm - Little Kids

4.4(5)

695 Pampas Ln, Stanford, CA

CHILDREN'S CENTER OF STANFORD COMM - LITTLE KIDS has received mostly positive reviews praising the caring teachers, play-based learning environment, and beautiful facilities. However, one parent raised significant concerns about classroom policies, teacher consistency, and child management practices that negatively impacted their child's experience.

Attentive and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsplay-based learning environment

Stanford Madera Grove Children'S Center

5

751 Olmsted Road, Stanford, CA

Stanford Arboretum Children'S Center

3.7(1)

215 Quarry Road, Stanford, CA

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Daycare types in Stanford

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Stanford, California

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Stanford, California, making up 86% of the 7 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 Stanford have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Stanford, 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 Stanford

Showing 6 results

Stanford Madera Grove Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
751 Olmsted Road, Stanford, CA
Phone
(650) 721-6632
Children'S Center Of Stanford Community - Big Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

CHILDREN'S CENTER OF STANFORD COMMUNITY - BIG KIDS receives mostly positive reviews praising teacher attentiveness, play-based learning, outdoor activities, and a beautiful facility. However, one detailed negative review raises concerns about strict policies, inconsistent teaching quality, and questionable discipline practices.

Attentive and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsplay-based interactive environment
Address
695 Pampas Lane, Stanford, CA
Phone
(650) 462-8870
Children'S Center Of Stanford Comm - Little Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

CHILDREN'S CENTER OF STANFORD COMM - LITTLE KIDS has received mostly positive reviews praising the caring teachers, play-based learning environment, and beautiful facilities. However, one parent raised significant concerns about classroom policies, teacher consistency, and child management practices that negatively impacted their child's experience.

Attentive and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsplay-based learning environment
Address
695 Pampas Ln, Stanford, CA
Phone
(650) 853-3090
Stanford Arboretum Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
215 Quarry Road, Stanford, CA
Phone
(650) 725-6328
Kids Choice After School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1711 Stanford Avenue, Stanford, CA
Phone
(650) 656-8170
Stock Farm Road Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
183 Stock Farm Road, Stanford, CA
Phone
(650) 736-8465

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stanford, California, out of 7 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 Stanford have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Stanford, 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
Stanford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Stanford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stanford 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.