How do I choose the right daycare in Modesto?

When choosing a daycare in Modesto, 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 Modesto?

Modesto offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 52 facilities Headstart Programs — 9 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 8 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Headstart Programs in Modesto, California (9 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 Modesto for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Modesto

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.

Methodist Tiny Tots

4.64 score

5(9)

850 16th Street, Modesto, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

Methodist Tiny Tots receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and directors. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and experiencing significant developmental growth in a safe, comfortable environment. The center is noted for affordability, good communication, engaging activities, and flexibility with scheduling.

Caring and loving staffprofessional and kind teachersresponsive directorschildren enjoy attending

Grace Academy

4.64 score

4.8(20)

1457 Mable Ave, Modesto, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Grace Academy is a highly-rated Christian preschool and TK center in Modesto where all reviewed parents report excellent experiences. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, warm learning environment, and strong academic and social-emotional development of their children. The school emphasizes play-based learning, STEAM education, and character building.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic curriculumSTEAM and enrichment programs

Emanuel Lutheran Day Care

4.41 score

4.6(11)

324 College Ave., Modesto, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare program at Emanuel Lutheran Day Care. Instead, they reflect feedback about the church itself, including its services, community atmosphere, and various programs (breakfast, tax services, food distribution). No reviews specifically address daycare services, staff, curriculum, or child care quality.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitycommunity-oriented atmosphereoffers free food and additional services

A+ Academics Preschool

4.2 score

4.3(10)

1934 G Street, Modesto, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

A+ Academics Preschool in Modesto receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality education, caring staff, and balanced curriculum combining academics with play and arts. Parents report their children show significant academic advancement, strong social-emotional growth, and maintain positive relationships with teachers long after leaving the school. One negative review cited the school's inability to accommodate a child with separation anxiety.

High-quality education and curriculumcaring and supportive staffacademic preparation for kindergartenbalanced learning with play and arts activities

Hazel'S Christian Preschool & Child Care Center

4.05 score

4.1(6)

920 Ila Way, Modesto, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

Hazel's Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, Christian education, comprehensive documentation of children's activities, and strong early learning outcomes. One parent reported significant frustration with the center's reliability after missing a scheduled appointment without communication.

Caring and patient teachersextended hours of operationtransportation services availabledetailed documentation and communication about children's activities and development

Sequoia Preschool Academy

3.8 score

3.7(10)

1308 Coffee Road, Modesto, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Sequoia Preschool Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, language development support, and kindergarten preparation. However, several parents report serious concerns including alleged unprofessional behavior, premature dismissal of children, lack of incident reporting, injuries, and potential licensing violations.

Patient and dedicated teachersstrong curriculumlanguage development supportclear communi

Headstart Programs in Modesto, California

There are 9 headstart programs in Modesto, California, making up 13% of the 70 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 Modesto, 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 9 headstart programs daycares in Modesto, California, out of 70 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 Modesto, 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

Modesto offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 52 facilities
Headstart Programs — 9 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Modesto for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Modesto 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.

9 Headstart Programs in Modesto, California

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