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Best Before or After School Daycare in Albany, CA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Albany. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Albany, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
55
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Albany has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 55 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 78% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94706 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Albany

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
    Rising Sun Montessori School
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    1089 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 35 children

    Rising Sun Montessori School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and experienced staff, particularly owner Carolina. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially in the Montessori-based environment, with strong emphasis on independence, cultural learning, and outdoor activities.

    Patient and nurturing staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong early education and social skills developmentMontessori-based learning approach
  2. 2
    Ucb - University Village Ecep
    4.3 score
    4.4(15)

    1123 Jackson St, Albany, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare facility, but rather for a community center offering various programs and amenities. Reviewers consistently praise the helpful and friendly staff, clean facilities, and diverse activities available to residents.

    Helpful and friendly staffclean facilitiesgood programs and activitiesconvenient location for residents
  3. 3
    Kids Into Speaking Spanish
    2.9 score
    1.8(5)

    1331 Portland Ave, Albany, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Parents praise the local teachers, director Yanci, and Spanish immersion curriculum at KSS Albany, reporting children become fluent in Spanish in a nurturing environment. However, all recent reviews are highly critical of corporate administration following a private equity acquisition, citing a sudden 50%+ tuition increase announced 3 days before re-enrollment with no local benefits, new installment fees, high teacher turnover, and alleged attempts to restrict parent speech through contract language.

    Excellent local teachers and directorSpanish immersion program with fluent resultswarm and welcoming learning environmentoutdoor park location with exploration opportunities

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Albany

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.44avg rating
11 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Albany zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9470613
4.5
7

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Albany (15–85 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Albany based on parent reviews

Rising Sun Montessori School

5(6)

1089 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA

Rising Sun Montessori School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and experienced staff, particularly owner Carolina. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially in the Montessori-based environment, with strong emphasis on independence, cultural learning, and outdoor activities.

Patient and nurturing staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong early education and social skills development

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Daycare types in Albany

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Before or After School Daycare 2

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Before or After School Daycare in Albany, California

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Albany, California, making up 15% of the 13 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 Albany have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 78% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 55 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Albany

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Rising Sun Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Rising Sun Montessori School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and experienced staff, particularly owner Carolina. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially in the Montessori-based environment, with strong emphasis on independence, cultural learning, and outdoor activities.

Patient and nurturing staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong early education and social skills development
Address
1089 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA
Phone
(510) 528-6041
Bright Star Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1370 Marin Ave., Albany, CA
Phone
(510) 558-2080

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Albany, California, out of 13 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 Albany have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 78% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Albany, 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
Albany offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 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 Albany for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Albany 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.