Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Venice, CA
Compare 12 child daycare & preschools in Venice. Average rating: 4.74/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Venice, California at a glance
- Programs
- 12
- Avg rating
- 4.74/5
- Parent reviews
- 41
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Venice has 12 licensed child daycare & preschools with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.74/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 86% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 90291 zip code, averaging 4.74 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Venice
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.
- 1Ecole-Claire Fontaine4.58 score5(7)
1049-1051 Abbot Kinney, Venice, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Ecole Claire Fontaine is a highly regarded preschool in Venice with an innovative, enriched curriculum combining play-based learning with specialized classes like chess, oceanography, and journalism. Parents consistently praise the French and Spanish language immersion, high-quality organic meals, caring staff, and multicultural community that creates a nurturing environment for children's development.
Innovative curriculum with diverse specialized classesFrench and Spanish language immersionhigh-quality organic mealscaring and loving staff - 2Ecole Clairefontaine4.58 score5(7)
226 Westminster Avenue, Venice, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise Ecole Clairefontaine as an exceptional, enriching preschool with a unique curriculum combining play-based learning, multiple languages (French and Spanish immersion), and specialized classes like oceanography, chess, and journalism. The school is highlighted for its caring staff, high-quality organic meals, multicultural community, and beautiful campuses that create a nurturing, home-like environment. Families report their children develop strong language skills, creativity, confidence, and lasting love of learning.
French and Spanish language immersionplay-based learning approachunique specialized curriculum (oceanographychess - 3Morning Glory Preschool4.5 score5(5)
2552 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Morning Glory Preschool in Venice receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, well-organized environment and attentive staff led by owner Sonia. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children's speech, behavior, confidence, and social skills, with strong emphasis on the caring, creative teaching approach and strong sense of community.
Caring and attentive teachersnurturing environmentwell-equipped and clean facilitiesdiverse activities (sensory - 4First Years Preschool4.37 score4.6(8)
1010 Amoroso, Venice, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children
First Years Preschool receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing environment with exceptional staff and a strong community. Parents highlight the school's Reggio-inspired approach, emphasis on social-emotional development, and creative activities that prepare children well for kindergarten. Multiple families report lifelong friendships formed through the school community and express high satisfaction with their children's experiences.
- 5Prime Time Sports Camp @ Westminster Elem. Sch.3.8 score3.6(5)
1010 Abbott Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Parents who had positive experiences praise Prime Time Sports Camp for being well-organized, fun, and affordable, with flexible scheduling options and engaging activities including video games and sports rotations. However, there are serious concerns raised about billing fraud and unspecified quality issues.
affordable pricingflexible scheduling (partial weeks/single days)4pm end timevariety of activities including video games and sports rotations
Rating Distribution
Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Venice
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Venice zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90291 | 12 | 4.74 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Venice (24–180 children)
Small
up to 30 children
4
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Venice based on parent reviews
Ecole-Claire Fontaine
1049-1051 Abbot Kinney, Venice, CA
Ecole Claire Fontaine is a highly regarded preschool in Venice with an innovative, enriched curriculum combining play-based learning with specialized classes like chess, oceanography, and journalism. Parents consistently praise the French and Spanish language immersion, high-quality organic meals, caring staff, and multicultural community that creates a nurturing environment for children's development.
Ecole Clairefontaine
226 Westminster Avenue, Venice, CA
Parents consistently praise Ecole Clairefontaine as an exceptional, enriching preschool with a unique curriculum combining play-based learning, multiple languages (French and Spanish immersion), and specialized classes like oceanography, chess, and journalism. The school is highlighted for its caring staff, high-quality organic meals, multicultural community, and beautiful campuses that create a nurturing, home-like environment. Families report their children develop strong language skills, creativity, confidence, and lasting love of learning.
Morning Glory Preschool
2552 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA
Morning Glory Preschool in Venice receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, well-organized environment and attentive staff led by owner Sonia. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children's speech, behavior, confidence, and social skills, with strong emphasis on the caring, creative teaching approach and strong sense of community.
Susan Sims Bodenstein Pre-School
201 Hampton Drive, Venice, CA
Parents describe the program as a warm, community-focused preschool with nurturing teachers and a strong sense of family. Reviewers highlight engaging activities, flexible hours, and a supportive environment that fosters children's confidence and social skills.
First Years Preschool
1010 Amoroso, Venice, CA
First Years Preschool receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing environment with exceptional staff and a strong community. Parents highlight the school's Reggio-inspired approach, emphasis on social-emotional development, and creative activities that prepare children well for kindergarten. Multiple families report lifelong friendships formed through the school community and express high satisfaction with their children's experiences.
Chalk Preschool Of Venice
2201 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA
One parent highlights the Chalklets program as a worthwhile introduction to a school setting, noting its 1.5-hour weekly duration is ideal for children not yet ready for full drop-off. The reviewer appreciates the cozy campus, small class sizes, and engaging curriculum that includes music, sensory play, and learning activities.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Venice, California
There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Venice, 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 Venice have an average rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 86% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.74 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Venice, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents describe the program as a warm, community-focused preschool with nurturing teachers and a strong sense of family. Reviewers highlight engaging activities, flexible hours, and a supportive environment that fosters children's confidence and social skills.
- Address
- 201 Hampton Drive, Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 396-7733
One parent highlights the Chalklets program as a worthwhile introduction to a school setting, noting its 1.5-hour weekly duration is ideal for children not yet ready for full drop-off. The reviewer appreciates the cozy campus, small class sizes, and engaging curriculum that includes music, sensory play, and learning activities.
- Address
- 2201 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 827-7300
Ecole Claire Fontaine is a highly regarded preschool in Venice with an innovative, enriched curriculum combining play-based learning with specialized classes like chess, oceanography, and journalism. Parents consistently praise the French and Spanish language immersion, high-quality organic meals, caring staff, and multicultural community that creates a nurturing environment for children's development.
- Address
- 1049-1051 Abbot Kinney, Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 392-8936
Parents consistently praise Ecole Clairefontaine as an exceptional, enriching preschool with a unique curriculum combining play-based learning, multiple languages (French and Spanish immersion), and specialized classes like oceanography, chess, and journalism. The school is highlighted for its caring staff, high-quality organic meals, multicultural community, and beautiful campuses that create a nurturing, home-like environment. Families report their children develop strong language skills, creativity, confidence, and lasting love of learning.
- Address
- 226 Westminster Avenue, Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 392-0695
Morning Glory Preschool in Venice receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, well-organized environment and attentive staff led by owner Sonia. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children's speech, behavior, confidence, and social skills, with strong emphasis on the caring, creative teaching approach and strong sense of community.
- Address
- 2552 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 827-0502
First Years Preschool receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing environment with exceptional staff and a strong community. Parents highlight the school's Reggio-inspired approach, emphasis on social-emotional development, and creative activities that prepare children well for kindergarten. Multiple families report lifelong friendships formed through the school community and express high satisfaction with their children's experiences.
- Address
- 1010 Amoroso, Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 399-3120
Parents who had positive experiences praise Prime Time Sports Camp for being well-organized, fun, and affordable, with flexible scheduling options and engaging activities including video games and sports rotations. However, there are serious concerns raised about billing fraud and unspecified quality issues.
- Address
- 1010 Abbott Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 392-3041
- Address
- 1015 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 842-8040
- Address
- 682 Broadway Avenue, Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 399-5865
- Address
- 204 Hampton Drive, Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 396-6468
Several parents highlight the warm, loving environment and dedicated staff, noting that children thrive and feel like part of a second family. Conversely, one parent alleges that directors lacked integrity and failed to report a teacher's inappropriate behavior, raising serious trust concerns.
- Address
- 2802 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 827-1144
- Address
- 1010 Main St., Venice, CA
- Phone
- (310) 392-4581
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Frequently asked questions
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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