How do I choose the right daycare in Newport Beach?

When choosing a daycare in Newport Beach, 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 Newport Beach?

Newport Beach offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Church Daycare — 4 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.

Church Daycare in Newport Beach, 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 Newport Beach for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Newport Beach

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.

Temple Bat Yahm

4.52 score

4.7(14)

1011 Camelback St, Newport Beach, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

Temple Bat Yahm is a religious facility in Newport Beach with strong community engagement and spiritual programming. Reviews praise its welcoming atmosphere, community support, and educational opportunities. The facility is noted for hosting various events and programs including Seashore Academy.

Spiritual and peaceful environmentstrong community supporteducational programssuitable for large gatherings

Chalk Of Newport Beach

4.5 score

5(5)

2500 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

Chalk of Newport Beach (operated as Bright Horizons) receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, strong teacher-child relationships, educational curriculum, clean facilities, and smooth transitions between age groups. The center is highly recommended for infant through preschool care.

caring and professional teachersstrong bonds with childreneducational experiencewelcoming environment

Newport Montessori

4.5 score

5(5)

20221 Cypress St, Newport Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children

Newport Montessori receives consistently high praise from parents who value the Montessori approach, dedicated staff, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, individualized attention to child development, and strong parent-teacher relationships. Multiple families report their children thriving and expressing love for their teachers and classmates.

Dedicated and passionate teachers and staffMontessori methodologyexcellent parent communication with regular updates and photosindividualized attention and care

St. Andrew'S Presbyterian Church

4.38 score

4.5(16)

600 St. Andrews Road, Newport Beach, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

This facility is a religious church community, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's spiritual leadership, welcoming congregation, and community programs rather than childcare services. Parents highlight the pastor's inspirational teaching, warm atmosphere, and meaningful faith-based activities.

Welcoming and warm communityinspirational pastoral leadershipexcellent music ministrystrong youth programs

St. Andrew'S Preschool

4.38 score

4.5(16)

600 St. Andrews Road, Newport Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children

Note: The reviews provided are for St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, not the daycare center. No parent reviews of the preschool program were available to assess daycare quality, staff, curriculum, or child care services.

None mentioned - reviews are about church servicesnot daycare operations

Newport Harbor Lutheran Church

4.18 score

4.3(7)

798 Dover Drive, Newport Beach, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

Newport Harbor Lutheran Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, compassionate director, and strong community atmosphere. Parents highlight excellent communication, supportive environment, and engaging activities for children. One review about the facility's location and amenities was positive, while one negative review appears to be a technical issue unrelated to the school itself.

compassionate and kind staffexcellent parent communicationstrong supportive communitycaring teachers

Orange Tree Christian Preschool

4.06 score

4.1(7)

1000 Bison Ave, Newport Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

Orange Tree Christian Preschool receives predominantly positive reviews praising the caring, invested staff and Christian-centered curriculum that emphasizes values, manners, and discipline alongside academics. Parents report strong child development and a nurturing environment, though one reviewer expressed concerns about allergy protocols and playground conditions.

Loving and invested staffChristian values-based educationengaging daily curriculum with varied activitieslow student-teacher ratio

Church Daycare in Newport Beach, California

There are 4 church daycare in Newport Beach, California, making up 22% of the 18 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 Newport Beach, 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 church daycare daycares in Newport Beach, California, out of 18 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 Newport Beach, 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

Newport Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 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 Newport Beach for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Newport Beach 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 Church Daycare in Newport Beach, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Newport Beach

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Temple Bat Yahm

St. Andrew'S Presbyterian Church

Newport Harbor Lutheran Church

Christ Church By The Sea Children'S Center

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