Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Visalia, CA
Compare 39 child daycare & preschools in Visalia. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Visalia, California at a glance
- Programs
- 39
- Avg rating
- 4.06/5
- Parent reviews
- 130
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Visalia has 39 licensed child daycare & preschools with 130 parent reviews averaging 4.06/5.The largest concentration is in 93291 with 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Visalia
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.
- 1Stepping Stones Preschool4.49 score4.7(12)
5200 W Caldwell, Visalia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Stepping Stones Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise its nurturing educational environment, small class sizes, and flexible part-time schedule. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children's academic skills, social-emotional growth, and kindergarten readiness. The staff is consistently described as warm, caring, and attentive to individual child development.
Nurturing and caring staffsmall teacher-to-child ratioflexible part-time schedulestrong academic preparation for kindergarten - 2Boingo'S Academy4.39 score4.6(9)
7137 W Pershing Ct, Visalia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Boingo's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and play-based learning environment. Children reportedly excel academically and emotionally, with parents noting improved school readiness. One negative review alleges neglect and poor conditions, though this contrasts sharply with all other feedback.
Caring and professional staffengaging age-appropriate curriculumplay-based learningstrong academic preparation for elementary school - 3Visalia Adult School Children'S Center4.24 score4.3(20)
3110 East Houston, Visalia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Parents praise Visalia Adult School Children's Center for its supportive instructors, helpful staff, and quality educational programs at affordable prices. Reviewers consistently highlight positive teaching experiences across various courses and appreciate the campus atmosphere. The facility appears to effectively support student success and career development.
Friendly and patient instructorshelpful staffaffordable programsvariety of course offerings - 4Ccgi Learning Center And Child Care Program4.22 score4.3(13)
9514 W. Pershing Avenue, Visalia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Parents praise CCGI Learning Center for its kind and patient staff, fun learning environment, and quality gymnastics instruction. However, some parents report organizational issues with class assignments and concerns about billing practices and restrictive makeup token policies.
Kind and patient instructorsengaging activitiessafe environmentfun classes - 5Family F.O.C.U.S. Whitendale Park Infant/Toddler4.08 score4.1(20)
600 W Beech Ave, Visalia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children
Reviews appear to be about Whitendale Park recreational facility rather than the daycare center. The park receives consistently high praise for cleanliness, amenities, and family-friendly features. However, recent safety concerns including drug activity, shooting, and stabbing incidents have been reported.
Clean facilitiesample shade structuresmultiple sports fields and diamondsplayground for various age groups - 6Family Focus Whitendale Park Preschool4.08 score4.1(20)
600 W. Beech Street, Visalia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children
These reviews appear to be for Whitendale Park, a public recreational facility in Visalia, rather than the Family Focus Whitendale Park Preschool daycare center. Reviewers praise the park's cleanliness, amenities, and layout for sports and community events. However, some safety concerns have been noted in recent years.
Clean facilitiesample parkingshaded picnic areas and playgroundsmultiple baseball/softball diamonds - 7Senaida Garcia Child Development Center3.94 score3.9(8)
528 S. Chinowth, Visalia, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children
Most parents praise Senaida Garcia Child Development Center for caring staff, hands-on teachers, child development progress, and safety measures. However, a few parents reported poor customer service during initial inquiries and concerns about transparency with parents.
Speech and developmental improvementscaring and phenomenal teachershands-on staffsafe environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 19 daycares with Google ratings in Visalia
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Visalia, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Visalia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93291 | 19 | 4.22 | 2 | |
| 93277 | 17 | 4.01 | 4 | |
| 93292 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Visalia (12–146 children)
Small
up to 30 children
19
Medium
31–75 children
12
Large
76–150 children
10
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Visalia based on parent reviews
Stepping Stones Preschool
5200 W Caldwell, Visalia, CA
Stepping Stones Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise its nurturing educational environment, small class sizes, and flexible part-time schedule. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children's academic skills, social-emotional growth, and kindergarten readiness. The staff is consistently described as warm, caring, and attentive to individual child development.
Boingo'S Academy
7137 W Pershing Ct, Visalia, CA
Boingo's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and play-based learning environment. Children reportedly excel academically and emotionally, with parents noting improved school readiness. One negative review alleges neglect and poor conditions, though this contrasts sharply with all other feedback.
Growing In Grace Preschool
1111 S. Conyer Street, Visalia, CA
Hyde Park Preschool
337 N. Chinowth, Visalia, CA
Christkids Preschool & Childcare
3830 W. Tulare, Visalia, CA
Visalia Adult School Children'S Center
3110 East Houston, Visalia, CA
Parents praise Visalia Adult School Children's Center for its supportive instructors, helpful staff, and quality educational programs at affordable prices. Reviewers consistently highlight positive teaching experiences across various courses and appreciate the campus atmosphere. The facility appears to effectively support student success and career development.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Visalia, California
There are 39 child daycare & preschools in Visalia, California, making up 95% of the 41 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 Visalia have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 19 rated facilities, with 32% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.06 stars. Our analysis covers 130 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Visalia, 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 Visalia
Showing 39 results
- Address
- 1111 S. Conyer Street, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 734-7695
- Address
- 337 N. Chinowth, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 635-7264
- Address
- 2800 W. Walnut Avenue, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 733-7859
- Address
- 3830 W. Tulare, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 732-7476
Stepping Stones Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise its nurturing educational environment, small class sizes, and flexible part-time schedule. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children's academic skills, social-emotional growth, and kindergarten readiness. The staff is consistently described as warm, caring, and attentive to individual child development.
- Address
- 5200 W Caldwell, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 734-7157
Boingo's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and play-based learning environment. Children reportedly excel academically and emotionally, with parents noting improved school readiness. One negative review alleges neglect and poor conditions, though this contrasts sharply with all other feedback.
- Address
- 7137 W Pershing Ct, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 623-9206
Parents praise Visalia Adult School Children's Center for its supportive instructors, helpful staff, and quality educational programs at affordable prices. Reviewers consistently highlight positive teaching experiences across various courses and appreciate the campus atmosphere. The facility appears to effectively support student success and career development.
- Address
- 3110 East Houston, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 735-8142
One parent highlights the teachers' patience, kindness, and trust, noting significant learning progress for their child, while another review praises the friendly staff and happy children. A third mention specifically commends a staff member named Carmen for being genuine and excellent. No specific complaints or negatives are mentioned in the available feedback.
- Address
- 4500 W. Caldwell Ave., Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 734-2270
Parents praise CCGI Learning Center for its kind and patient staff, fun learning environment, and quality gymnastics instruction. However, some parents report organizational issues with class assignments and concerns about billing practices and restrictive makeup token policies.
- Address
- 9514 W. Pershing Avenue, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 651-2244
A few parents highlight the center's caring staff and effective kindergarten preparation, including support for potty training. However, one review describes a negative interaction with a staff member named Laura, citing rudeness and unprofessionalism during an inquiry.
- Address
- 215 N. Locust Street, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 732-6225
Reviews appear to be about Whitendale Park recreational facility rather than the daycare center. The park receives consistently high praise for cleanliness, amenities, and family-friendly features. However, recent safety concerns including drug activity, shooting, and stabbing incidents have been reported.
- Address
- 600 W Beech Ave, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 802-5910
These reviews appear to be for Whitendale Park, a public recreational facility in Visalia, rather than the Family Focus Whitendale Park Preschool daycare center. Reviewers praise the park's cleanliness, amenities, and layout for sports and community events. However, some safety concerns have been noted in recent years.
- Address
- 600 W. Beech Street, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 732-8932
Some parents highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and teachers who effectively prepare children for kindergarten routines. Conversely, one reviewer reports a serious injury caused by poor supervision and leadership, citing misinformation, defensive administration, and an outdated facility. This parent also notes that the school discouraged bilingualism and failed to provide adequate accountability or care following the incident.
- Address
- 2720 S. Aspen, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 733-5320
Reviewers highlight exceptional staff warmth and a family-like atmosphere, with one parent noting that the center successfully alleviated safety concerns following their child's surgery. However, another parent reports a significant communication failure regarding scheduling and enrollment, resulting in last-minute denial of care.
- Address
- 1616 Giddings, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 627-5566
Most parents praise Senaida Garcia Child Development Center for caring staff, hands-on teachers, child development progress, and safety measures. However, a few parents reported poor customer service during initial inquiries and concerns about transparency with parents.
- Address
- 528 S. Chinowth, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 735-0119
One parent describes a highly positive experience with dedicated staff and a strong academic curriculum that prepared their child for kindergarten, while other reviewers report serious concerns regarding staff behavior and rudeness. The few reviews so far mention both successful educational outcomes and disturbing incidents of physical aggression and poor management.
- Address
- 1414 N. Mcauliff, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 733-1414
- Address
- 2015 S. Encina, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 738-0111
- Address
- 2637 S Chinowth St, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (213) 804-4684
- Address
- 5911 S. Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 627-0700
- Address
- 6101 W. Goshen Avenue, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 739-1619
- Address
- 7131 W. Pershing Court, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 553-0391
- Address
- 6505 Avenue 308, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 730-7847
- Address
- 701 North Stevenson, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 730-7500
- Address
- 1200 N. Giddings, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 730-7772
- Address
- 507 W. Willow, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 624-2170
- Address
- 2133 N. Leila Street, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 622-3199
- Address
- 3333 E. Kaweah Avenue, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 730-7779
- Address
- 2121 E. Laura Street, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 622-3145
- Address
- 247 West Ferguson, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 732-9327
- Address
- 1844 N. Burke Street, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 622-3115
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