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Best Before or After School Daycare in Altadena, CA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Altadena. Average rating: 4.81/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Altadena, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.81/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Altadena has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.81/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 86% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91001 zip code, averaging 4.81 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Altadena

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
    World Of Little Angels
    3.78 score
    3.7(14)

    2120 N. Fair Oaks Avenue, Altadena, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    World of Little Angels is highly praised by parents for its caring staff, educational approach, and comprehensive care. Parents consistently highlight the center's cleanliness, nutritious meals, safety features, and strong community support, particularly during the Eaton Canyon fires. Children reportedly make significant developmental progress and enjoy attending.

    Kind and attentive staffstructured learning combined with playcomprehensive meals (breakfastlunch

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Altadena

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.78avg rating
15 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Altadena zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9100119
4.81
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Altadena (15–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

10

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Altadena

Child Daycare & Preschools 15Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 2

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Before or After School Daycare in Altadena, California

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Altadena, California, making up 11% of the 19 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 Altadena have an average rating of 4.81 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 86% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Altadena, 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 Altadena

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Sahag-Mesrob Armenian Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2501 N. Maiden Lane, Altadena, CA
Phone
(626) 798-5020
Meher Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
943 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA
Phone
(626) 798-1171

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Altadena, California, out of 19 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 Altadena have an average Google rating of 4.81 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 86% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Altadena, 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
Altadena offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Altadena for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Altadena 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.