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5 Preschools in Thousand Oaks, California

Find the best preschools in Thousand Oaks, California. Browse 5 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Thousand Oaks

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Temple Adat Elohim Preschool
    4.68 score
    4.9(15)

    2420 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA · Capacity: 124 children

    Temple Adat Elohim Preschool is a Reform Jewish facility in Thousand Oaks with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the phenomenal staff, welcoming environment, and quality educational programs for young children. The facility is described as secure, accommodating, and inclusive of interfaith families.

    Phenomenal staffwelcoming and accommodating environmentquality children's education programssecure facility
  2. 2
    Christian Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.8(12)

    301 W. Avenida De Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA · Capacity: 85 children

    The reviews provided are for a church, not a daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize. The Google Rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare facility.

    None - reviews are for church servicesnot daycare services
  3. 3
    First Baptist Church Day Care And Preschool
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    1250 Erbes Road, Thousand Oaks, CA · Capacity: 78 children

    FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH DAY CARE AND PRESCHOOL (Hummingbird Preschool) in Thousand Oaks receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and creative teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and children's enthusiasm for attending. One review raised concerns about staff behavior and facility maintenance.

    caring and nurturing teacherscreative learning activitiesacadem
  4. 4
    Temple Etz Chaim Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    1080 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA · Capacity: 40 children

    Temple Etz Chaim Preschool receives unanimous praise from parents for its engaging educational approach, attentive staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents highlight strong child development, interactive teaching, and excellent communication through photo updates. The facility is also valued for its warm religious community and activities.

    Engaging teachers who actively teach and read to childrenabundant toys and activitiesstrong supervisionattentive staff
  5. 5
    My Destiny Pre-School & Child Care Center INC.
    4.38 score
    5(3)

    53 Moody Court, Thousand Oaks, CA · Capacity: 12 children

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Preschools in Thousand Oaks, California

Thousand Oaks has 5 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.

When choosing a preschool in Thousand Oaks, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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My Destiny Pre-School & Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
53 Moody Court, Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(310) 462-6348
Temple Adat Elohim Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

Temple Adat Elohim Preschool is a Reform Jewish facility in Thousand Oaks with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the phenomenal staff, welcoming environment, and quality educational programs for young children. The facility is described as secure, accommodating, and inclusive of interfaith families.

Phenomenal staffwelcoming and accommodating environmentquality children's education programs
Address
2420 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 497-6920
Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided are for a church, not a daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize. The Google Rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare facility.

None - reviews are for church servicesnot daycare services
Address
301 W. Avenida De Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 492-1711
First Baptist Church Day Care And Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH DAY CARE AND PRESCHOOL (Hummingbird Preschool) in Thousand Oaks receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and creative teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and children's enthusiasm for attending. One review raised concerns about staff behavior and facility maintenance.

caring and nurturing teacherscreative learning activitiesacadem
Address
1250 Erbes Road, Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 495-6530
Temple Etz Chaim Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Temple Etz Chaim Preschool receives unanimous praise from parents for its engaging educational approach, attentive staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents highlight strong child development, interactive teaching, and excellent communication through photo updates. The facility is also valued for its warm religious community and activities.

Engaging teachers who actively teach and read to childrenabundant toys and activitiesstrong supervision
Address
1080 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 497-6852

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 preschools in Thousand Oaks, California. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Thousand Oaks accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Thousand Oaks typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Thousand Oaks typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and California may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Thousand Oaks, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities