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Best Before or After School Daycare in Aptos, CA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Aptos. Average rating: 4.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Aptos, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.87/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Aptos offers 2 licensed before or after school daycare, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.87/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 95003 zip code, averaging 4.87 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Aptos

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
    Rose Blossom Nursery School
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    6401 Freedom Boulevard, Aptos, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    Rose Blossom Nursery School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, particularly Director Sharon, and the balanced approach combining structured learning with play-based activities. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with improved confidence, strong preparation for elementary school, and genuine enjoyment attending the program.

    Experienced and caring teachersstructured curriculum with themesbalance of play-based and academic learningart and music activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Aptos

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
9 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Aptos zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9500311
4.87
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Aptos (20–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Aptos based on parent reviews

Rose Blossom Nursery School

5(11)

6401 Freedom Boulevard, Aptos, CA

Rose Blossom Nursery School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, particularly Director Sharon, and the balanced approach combining structured learning with play-based activities. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with improved confidence, strong preparation for elementary school, and genuine enjoyment attending the program.

Experienced and caring teachersstructured curriculum with themesbalance of play-based and academic learning

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Daycare types in Aptos

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 2

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Before or After School Daycare in Aptos, California

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Aptos, California, making up 18% of the 11 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 Aptos have an average rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Aptos, 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 Aptos

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Rose Blossom Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Rose Blossom Nursery School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, particularly Director Sharon, and the balanced approach combining structured learning with play-based activities. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with improved confidence, strong preparation for elementary school, and genuine enjoyment attending the program.

Experienced and caring teachersstructured curriculum with themesbalance of play-based and academic learning
Address
6401 Freedom Boulevard, Aptos, CA
Phone
(831) 662-8458
Santa Cruz Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6230 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA
Phone
(831) 476-1646

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Aptos, California, out of 11 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 Aptos have an average Google rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Aptos, 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
Aptos offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 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 Aptos for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Aptos 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.