How do I choose the right daycare in Gilroy?

When choosing a daycare in Gilroy, 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

Headstart Programs in Gilroy, California (3 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Gilroy?

Gilroy offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities Headstart Programs — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 Gilroy for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gilroy

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.

Creative Play Learning Center

4.58 score

5(7)

95 Fourth Street, Gilroy, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

Creative Play Learning Center in Gilroy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented environment and qualified staff. Parents highlight strong academic preparation for kindergarten, individualized attention to children's developmental needs, and engaging activities. The center is described as reliable, welcoming, and genuinely invested in both children and families.

Caring and genuine stafffamily-owned atmospherestrong kindergarten preparationindividualized attention to developmental delays

One World Preschool And Childcare Center

4.5 score

5(5)

8387 Wren Avenue, Gilroy, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

One World Preschool and Childcare Center in Gilroy receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring and engaging staff, clean facilities, and quality educational programming. Parents highlight the school's welcoming approach, organized operations, and competitive pricing.

Caring and engaging staffclean facilityfun and engaging curriculumorganized programs

Vineyard Preschool

4.5 score

5(5)

1735 Hecker Pass, Gilroy, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

Vineyard Preschool in Gilroy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring teachers, small class sizes, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children develop a strong love of learning and feel the school sets a high educational standard. The facility is described as warm, welcoming, and family-like with excellent staff leadership.

Dedicated and caring teacherssmall class sizes enabling individual attentionwarm and welcoming environmentstrong curriculum that balances learning with fun

Christopher Ranch Head Start

4.08 score

4.1(20)

305 Bloomfield Avenue, Gilroy, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 24 children

This appears to be a garlic distribution facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews focus on loading operations and product quality, with customers praising fast service, friendly staff, and ample parking, though some note difficulty locating the truck entrance.

Fast load timesprofessional and friendly stafflarge facility with ample parkingresponsive to customer complaints

Headstart Programs in Gilroy, California

There are 3 headstart programs in Gilroy, California, making up 15% of the 20 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 Gilroy, 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 3 headstart programs daycares in Gilroy, California, out of 20 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 Gilroy, 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

Gilroy offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities
Headstart Programs — 3 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 Gilroy for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Gilroy 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.

3 Headstart Programs in Gilroy, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gilroy

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