How do I choose the right daycare in Union City?

When choosing a daycare in Union City, 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

What types of daycare are available in Union City?

Union City offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Union City, California (11 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 Union City for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Union City

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.

Adventure Montessori Academy And School

4.72 score

4.9(20)

4101 Pleiades Place, Union City, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

Adventure Montessori Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori teaching approach, caring staff, and structured learning environment. Parents highlight the professionalism of leadership, individual attention given to children, and smooth daily operations. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and improvements in their children's confidence and love of learning.

Montessori teaching philosophyprofessional and carin

City Of Union City - Holly Center

4.46 score

4.6(17)

31600 Alvarado Blvd., Union City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 19 children

This facility has received consistently positive reviews with a 4.6/5 rating. Reviews praise the venue for its spacious layout, cleanliness, and friendly staff, noting it serves well for community events, vaccination clinics, and various classes. The facility appears to be a multipurpose community center used for events, martial arts classes, and parking rather than primarily as a daycare.

friendly and helpful staffefficient and clean facilitiesspacious venue for eventsbeautiful setting

City Of Union City - Kennedy Center

4.38 score

4.7(6)

1333 Decoto Rd, Union City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

Parents praise Kennedy Center as a well-maintained community facility with caring staff and numerous activities for children. The center offers quality preschool programming and is actively involved in community engagement. Reviews highlight its role as a valuable public resource.

Caring and wonderful staffquality preschool programlots of activities for youthlarge facility

Kidango-Guy Emanuele

4 score

4(7)

100 Decoto Road, Union City, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 21 children

Parents describe KIDANGO-GUY EMANUELE as a great school with knowledgeable teachers. The facility is noted as new and well-regarded by families. Reviewers express satisfaction with their children's enrollment.

knowledgeable teachersnew facilitygreat environmentgood school quality

Cfcs Head Start - Decoto Plaza

3.85 score

3.7(5)

500 E Street, Union City, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children

Reviews for this daycare are mixed and limited in relevance. Most reviews appear to be about the location rather than the daycare itself, with comments about the neighborhood and surrounding area. Parents mention it's in a nice area, though some note concerns about the neighborhood environment.

Nice neighborhood locationdescribed as a bonito (beautiful) place

Child Daycare & Preschools in Union City, California

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Union City, California, making up 85% of the 13 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 Union City, 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 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Union City, California, out of 13 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 Union City, 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

Union City offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 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 Union City for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Union City 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.

11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Union City, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Union City

Top Rated

City Of Union City - Holly Center

Kidango - Searles Child Development Center

Little Peoples Preschool & Day Care

City Of Union City - Kennedy Center

Free To Be Pre-School

Kidango-Guy Emanuele

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Daycare types in Union City