How do I choose the right daycare in Napa?

When choosing a daycare in Napa, 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 Napa?

Napa offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 29 facilities Headstart Programs — 4 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Napa, California (4 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 Napa for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Napa

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.

Napa Valley Cooperative Nursery School

4.64 score

5(9)

650 Randolph Street, Napa, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

Napa Valley Cooperative Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who praise the play-based learning approach, inclusive environment, and strong community atmosphere. Parents highlight teacher Adrienne's attentiveness and the school's emphasis on child-led exploration and development. The cooperative model allowing active parent involvement is particularly valued by families.

play-based curriculumchild-led learninginclusive and welcoming environmentattentive and empathetic teacher

A Place Of My Own

4.58 score

5(7)

2590 First Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

A Place of My Own is a highly-regarded center-based preschool in Napa with universally positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teaching staff, welcoming facility with good outdoor space, and play-based curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The program is noted as affordable, family-friendly, and features strong staff retention and transparent governance.

Caring and experienced staffstrong staff retentionclean and inviting facilitywell-designed classrooms

Nvc Child And Family-Preschool

4.56 score

4.7(20)

2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

The reviews provided appear to be for Napa Valley Community College, not the NVC Child and Family-Preschool daycare center. The reviews discuss college experiences rather than childcare services, making them unsuitable for evaluating this daycare facility.

Unable to assess - reviews are for a community collegenot a daycare

Nvc Child And Family-Infant

4.56 score

4.7(20)

2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

These reviews do not pertain to a daycare facility. The reviews are about Napa Valley Community College, not NVC Child and Family-Infant daycare center. No valid parent reviews about the daycare's services, care quality, or staff interactions with children are available.

None applicable - reviews are for a collegenot a daycare

First Christian Preschool

4.27 score

4.4(10)

2659 First Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

These reviews are not about the daycare's educational services or childcare quality. The reviews primarily discuss the affiliated church's worship services, community, and Celebrate Recovery program. Reviews are mixed regarding overall church experience and parking/traffic management.

Welcoming congregationquality sermons and worship servicesCelebrate Recovery support groupcaring family ministry

Le Petit Elephant Nursery

4.08 score

4.1(16)

2645 Laurel Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

Le Petit Elephant Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the center's organization, attentive staff, and supportive community. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication from leadership and teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, spacious classrooms, large outdoor area, and thoughtful approach to early childhood development.

Organized onboarding processdetail-oriented leadersh

Le Petit Elephant Preschool

4.08 score

4.1(16)

2645 Laurel Street, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

Le Petit Elephant Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the organized, detail-oriented leadership under Miss Milli, caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, outdoor space, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple long-term families credit the school with helping their children thrive academically and socially.

organized onboardingthoughtful leadershipc

Children'S Cottage Child Care INC. - Infant

3.7 score

3.4(5)

1078 East Avenue, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

Children's Cottage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing environment, structured curriculum, and dedicated staff. However, one parent reported serious concerns about health protocols, cleanliness, and unprofessional behavior from the director when raising questions about frequent illnesses among children.

Nurturing community atmospherewell-run facilitycaring and dedicated teachersstructured daily schedule

Children'S Cottage - Preschool

3.7 score

3.4(5)

1078 East Avenue, Napa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

Children's Cottage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing environment, structured programming, and dedicated staff. However, one parent reported significant concerns about cleanliness, frequent unexplained illness among children, and alleged unprofessional behavior from the director when questioned about these issues.

Nurturing community atmospherewell-run facilityengaged and caring teachersactive founder involvement

Headstart Programs in Napa, California

There are 4 headstart programs in Napa, California, making up 11% of the 38 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 Napa, 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 4 headstart programs daycares in Napa, California, out of 38 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 Napa, 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

Napa offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 29 facilities
Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Napa for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Napa 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.

4 Headstart Programs in Napa, California

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