How do I choose the right daycare in Vacaville?

When choosing a daycare in Vacaville, 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 Vacaville?

Vacaville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities Headstart Programs — 4 facilities Church Daycare — 1 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 Vacaville, 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 Vacaville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Vacaville

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.

Busy Bodies Playhouse

4.69 score

4.9(16)

2070 Peabody Rd., Suite 710, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

Busy Bodies Playhouse is a highly-rated play center where parents report their children are happy, engaged, and eager to return. The facility offers extensive play equipment, activities, and amenities in a clean environment with friendly staff.

Extensive play equipment and activities (bouncy housetrampolinearts and crafts)clean facility

Childtime Children'S Center - Preschool

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1201 Burton Drive, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

Parents consistently praise Childtime Children's Center for its caring, well-organized environment and strong leadership under Director Ms. Heather. All reviews highlight the staff's genuine commitment to child development, safety, and parent communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving.

Caring and attentive staffstrong leadership and organizationclear communication with parentschildren feel safe and excited to attend

The Father'S Kids Preschool

4.48 score

4.6(20)

4800 Horse Creek Drive, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

The reviews provided are for The Father's House, a church in Vacaville, not a daycare center. There appears to be a data mismatch, as the listed facility is 'THE FATHER'S KIDS PRESCHOOL' (a daycare), but all reviews discuss church services, worship, and spiritual community rather than childcare services.

None mentioned for daycare services

Vacaville Christian Early Education Preschool

3.76 score

3.7(20)

1117 Davis Street, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 163 children

Vacaville Christian Early Education Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who value its faith-based approach, small class sizes, strong academics, and caring staff. Parents highlight the school's welcoming community, personalized attention, well-rounded programs including sports and enrichment activities, and collaborative home-school partnerships.

Faith-based educationsmall class sizes with individualized attentionstrong academicscaring and

Vacaville Christian Early Education Infant

3.76 score

3.7(20)

1117 Davis Street, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

Vacaville Christian Schools receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academics, and faith-based environment. Parents highlight small class sizes, personal attention, enriching programs, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The school is described as a nurturing place where children grow academically and spiritually.

Caring and communicative teacherssmall class sizesstrong academicsfaith-based curriculum

Vacaville Christian Early Education

3.76 score

3.7(20)

1127 Davis St., Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Vacaville Christian Early Education receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, small class sizes, faith-based curriculum, and well-rounded academic and character development. Parents highlight strong communication between school and home, diverse enrichment activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The school is viewed as a worthwhile investment in children's spiritual and academic growth.

Caring and communicative staffs

Headstart Programs in Vacaville, California

There are 4 headstart programs in Vacaville, California, making up 16% of the 25 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 Vacaville, 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 Vacaville, California, out of 25 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 Vacaville, 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

Vacaville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 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 Vacaville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Vacaville 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 Vacaville, California

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