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Best Church Daycare in Downey, CA

Compare 1 church daycare in Downey. Average rating: 4.54/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Downey, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.54/5
Parent reviews
130
Top rated (4.5+)
9

Downey has 1 licensed church daycare with 130 parent reviews averaging 4.54/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 90242 (avg 4.83 stars), while 90241 has the largest selection (12 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Downey

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
    Kids First Learning Center - Downey
    4.75 score
    5(15)

    13200 Columbia Avenue, Downey, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children

    Kids First Learning Center in Downey receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight exceptional staff care, successful transition preparation for elementary school, and a welcoming environment where children develop social skills and confidence.

    Caring and dedicated teacherswelcoming and safe environmentstrong preparation for kindergarten/elementary schoolgood parent communication and involvement opportunities
  2. 2
    Nlmusd Preschool Programs-Gallatin Center
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    9001 Paramount Blvd, Downey, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, pastoral leadership, and community activities, though they do not address daycare or preschool services specifically.

    welcoming environmentclean facilitiesquality pastoral leadershipactivities for all ages
  3. 3
    Rancho Los Amigos Children'S Center
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    7755 Golondrinas Street, Downey, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Rancho Los Amigos Children's Center receives nearly universal praise from parents for its exceptional staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, clear communication, inclusive curriculum, and helpful mobile app for daily updates. One parent expressed dissatisfaction, though no specific concerns were detailed.

    Warm and caring staffstrong developmental focuswell-maintained facilityearly opening hours (6:30am)
  4. 4
    Curtis Care Infant Development Program
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    12114 Paramount Boulevard, Downey, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

    Curtis Care Infant Development Program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, caring, and patient staff. Parents report their children are happy and feel safe at the facility. One parent expressed dissatisfaction with the intake receptionist's customer service skills.

    caring and patient staffwelcoming atmospheresecure facility with locked doorsstaff greets children warmly
  5. 5
    Montessori Children'S Academy
    4.08 score
    4.1(18)

    7515 Firestone Boulevard, Downey, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Montessori Children's Academy in Downey receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, safe, and developing well. Parents highlight the Montessori teaching methods, caring staff, clean facilities, and strong parent-teacher communication as standout features.

    caring and dedicated teachersMontessori teaching methodsclean and well-organized facilityindividualized attention to child development
  6. 6
    Kirkwood Christian Schools
    3.8 score
    3.6(5)

    10822 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Kirkwood Christian Schools receives mostly positive feedback about its loving environment and excellent staff, though one detailed concern was raised regarding a teacher's stern behavior toward young children and unauthorized personal photography of students on social media.

    Loving and approachable staffgreat learning environmenthelps children with developmental needs like speech delaysexperienced leadership
  7. 7
    Around The World Learning Center
    3.36 score
    3(9)

    10441 Lakewood Blvd., Downey, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Around the World Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, kindergarten preparation, social skill development, and welcoming environment. Negative reviews cite staff patience issues, bullying incidents without intervention, serious safety concerns including a lost child incident, and poor customer service.

    Caring and friendly staffstrong kindergarten preparationsocial skills developmentwelcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Downey

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 130 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facilities
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Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Downey, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.54avg rating
21 daycares · 12 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Downey zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
902427
4.83
4
9024112
4.31
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Downey (25–144 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

9

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Downey

Child Daycare & Preschools 21Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 5✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Church Daycare in Downey, California

There are 1 church daycare in Downey, California, making up 4% of the 23 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Downey have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.54 stars. Our analysis covers 130 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Downey

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Downey United Methodist Church Nursery School
Church Daycare

Parents highlight a warm, family-oriented atmosphere with staff who demonstrate genuine care for the children. Reviewers specifically note the friendliness of the team and the positive experiences their kids have had at the facility.

family feelgreat experienceawesome director and teachers
Address
10801 S Downey Ave, Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 923-8719

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Downey, California, out of 23 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Downey have an average Google rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Downey, 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
Downey offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 21 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Downey for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Downey 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.