How do I choose the right daycare in Santa Clarita?

When choosing a daycare in Santa Clarita, 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 Santa Clarita?

Santa Clarita offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Santa Clarita, California (1 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 Santa Clarita for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Santa Clarita

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.

Learning Tree Before And After School Care

4.71 score

5(12)

17873 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

Learning Tree Before and After School Care in Santa Clarita receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, quality homework support, engaging activities, and safe environment. Multiple parents report their children are happy and well-cared for across preschool, before/after school, and summer camp programs.

Warm and welcoming staffhomework assistance and completionengaging activities and field tripssafe and clean facilities

Stepping Stones Children'S Center

4.62 score

5(8)

26330 N. Friendly Valley Pkwy., Santa Clarita, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

Stepping Stones Children's Center in Santa Clara receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, age-appropriate curriculum, and positive impact on their children's development and confidence. The center is noted for reasonable tuition with meals included and offers discounts for military and first responders.

Caring and attentive staffskilled teachers who build strong bonds with childrenengaged and loving directorage-appropriate curriculum

Creative Years Nursery School

4.58 score

5(7)

21710 Golden Trianle Road, Santa Clarita, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 18 children

Creative Years Nursery School in Santa Clarita receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong developmental curriculum. Parents report their children make significant academic and social progress, with many noting improved speech, excitement about attending, and excellent kindergarten readiness. The school is described as family-oriented, clean, and employing experienced, long-tenured teachers.

caring and compassi

Notre Dame Family Services

4.52 score

4.7(14)

21706 W. Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Notre Dame Family Services in Santa Clarita receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and safe, loving environment. Parents report their children are well-prepared academically for kindergarten and consistently happy to attend. The center is noted for flexibility, cleanliness, attention to detail, and treating families like their own.

Caring and professional staffsafe and loving environmentstrong academic preparationchild

Congregation Beth Shalom

4.49 score

4.9(6)

21430 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

Congregation Beth Shalom receives consistently high praise from parents, with most reviewers highlighting its warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong community values. Parents express gratitude for the facility and its services, though one review was brief and neutral.

warm and welcoming atmosphereloving communityexcellent serviceshelpful congregation support for families

Sandcastles Child Care Center

4.35 score

4.5(12)

27303 Luther Drive, Santa Clarita, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Sandcastles Child Care Center in Santa Clara, California receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring and friendly staff, engaging educational and recreational activities, and the center's reliability for before/after school and summer care.

Caring and friendly staffstrong parent communicationeducational activitiesstimulating curriculum

Headstart Programs in Santa Clarita, California

There are 1 headstart programs in Santa Clarita, California, making up 6% of the 16 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 Santa Clarita, 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 1 headstart programs daycares in Santa Clarita, California, out of 16 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 Santa Clarita, 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

Santa Clarita offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Santa Clarita for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Santa Clarita 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.

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