9 Headstart Programs in Redding, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Redding

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.

1. 1

   Redding Cooperative Preschool

   4.62 score

   5(8)

   658 Mary Street, Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

   Redding Cooperative Preschool is a highly praised play-based preschool with a 60+ year history of building community among families. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional teacher (Jen), extensive outdoor facilities, and the unique cooperative model that allows parent involvement in their child's learning.

   Play-based learning approachexperienced and caring teacherextensive outdoor playground with diverse equipmentparent involvement opportunities
2. 2

   Mount Calvary Lutheran School

   4.55 score

   4.8(11)

   3961 Alta Mesa Dr., Redding, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

   Mount Calvary Lutheran School receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviewers praise the welcoming, Christ-centered atmosphere, dedicated teaching staff, and advanced academic curriculum compared to public schools. Parents report their children are well-prepared for high school and life.

   Welcoming and family-like atmospherededicated and great teachersadvanced academics beyond grade levelSpanish offered at all ages
3. 3

   Early Foundations Children'S Academy

   4.49 score

   4.8(8)

   1755 Airpark Drive, Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

   Early Foundations Children's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the director Wendy, caring staff, safe environment, and strong academic outcomes. One recent negative review describes inadequate support for a toddler with behavioral challenges and frustration with how the situation was handled.

   caring and dedicated staffstrong director leadershipsafe and clean facilitygood academic results
4. 4

   Kids & Me Preschool

   4.35 score

   4.6(7)

   3695 Churn Creek Rd., Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

   Kids & Me Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and owner's responsiveness. One negative review alleges poor classroom management and discriminatory practices, though this contrasts sharply with all other accounts.

   Caring and patient teachersclean well-maintained facilitystrong academic curriculum and learning outcomesfresh daily meals
5. 5

   Trinity Lutheran School Age Program

   4.2 score

   4.4(5)

   2440 Hilltop Drive, Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

   Trinity Lutheran School Age Program receives mostly positive reviews praising the loving, kind staff and community atmosphere. However, one parent with a special needs child reported their son experienced peer rejection and was dismissed from the program after allegedly being disruptive, with concerns about lack of communication from staff regarding behavioral incidents.

   Attentive and caring staffloving and kind environmentstrong community of believersaccepts school age children for after school care
6. 6

   Trinity Lutheran Preschool

   4.2 score

   4.4(5)

   2440 Hilltop Dr., Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

   Trinity Lutheran Preschool in Redding receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring, loving environment and strong sense of community, though one parent reported their special needs child experienced bullying from peers and was dismissed from the after-school program due to disruptive behavior without proper communication.

   Excellent attention and care in infant roomloving and kind staffstrong community atmosphereaccepts school-age children for after-school care
7. 7

   Caterpillar Campus Preschool

   4.07 score

   4.1(11)

   3313 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

   Caterpillar Campus Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the clean facility, caring and dedicated staff, strong educational curriculum, and supportive owner Jennifer who goes above and beyond expectations. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children and express strong loyalty to the center.

   Clean and well-maintained facilitycaring and compassionate staffstrong educational curriculuminclusive playground with state-of-the-art equipment
8. 8

   Caterpillar Campus - Infant Center

   4.07 score

   4.1(11)

   3333 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

   Parents consistently praise Caterpillar Campus for its clean, well-organized facility, caring and compassionate staff, and strong developmental outcomes for children. The owner is noted for going above and beyond expectations, and families report feeling like part of a supportive community. Children show improvements in speech, social skills, and academic learning.

   Clean and organized facilitycaring and loving staffstrong developmental progress in childrenincluded meals
9. 9

   Kinderland Child Development Center

   4 score

   4(20)

   1630 Victor Avenue, Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

   Kinderland Child Development Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong child development outcomes, and flexibility in scheduling. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

   Caring and attentive staffindividual attention to each childclean facilitiesgood meals
10. 10

    Montessori Infant Community Of Shady Oaks

    3.95 score

    3.9(6)

    1410 Victor Ave., Redding, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

    Montessori Infant Community of Shady Oaks receives mixed reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, calm learning environment, and strong parent communication. However, recent reviews describe significant concerns about owner behavior, staff changes affecting quality of care, and alleged bullying of children who don't fit the owner's preferences.

    Caring and extraordinary staffstrong communicationcalm and clean environmentflexible scheduling and payment options

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