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2 Before or After School Daycare in Buena Park, California

Browse all 2 before or after school daycare in Buena Park, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Buena Park

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
    Lil' Lollypop Preschool
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    8012 Whitaker Street, Buena Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    Parents consistently praise Lil' Lollypop Preschool for its exceptional staff, professional communication, and nurturing environment. Children demonstrate strong academic and social growth while enjoying their time at the facility. The center is noted as affordable with clean, well-maintained facilities.

    Patient and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsholistic educational approachstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
  2. 2

    7362 Crescent Ave., Buena Park, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    ILOVE Christian Montessori School receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and child development. Parents highlight Montessori activities, healthy meals, and enrichment classes as standout features. One negative review provided no specific details.

    Caring and loving teachersvisible child progresshealthy food optionsMontessori activities
  3. 3
    Centralia Head Start
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    6627 La Cienega, Buena Park, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 80 children

    Centralia Head Start receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, organized facility, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported a concerning incident where a teacher made a hurtful comment to their child.

    Caring and professional staffwelcoming environmentclean and organized facilityteachers highly regarded
  4. 4
    Limai Montessori Academy
    4.07 score
    4.1(11)

    5309 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 177 children

    LiMai Montessori Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the academic focus, dedicated teachers, and positive school culture that excites children daily. However, some concerns exist about frequent tuition increases, numerous closures throughout the year with additional fees, and reported issues with director accessibility and communication.

    Montessori-based academicsdedicated and caring teacherssmooth enrollment processpositive s
  5. 5

    6441 Lincoln Avenue, Buena Park, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Reviews are highly polarized with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviewers praise the clean facility, attentive staff, and children's progress, calling it a good value. Negative reviewers cite poor communication, unresponsive management, and facility issues like lack of heating.

    Clean facilityattentive and helpful staffbright and colorful classroomschildren's developmental progress

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Before or After School Daycare in Buena Park, California

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Buena Park, California, making up 8% of the 24 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 Buena Park, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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There are 2 before or after school daycares in Buena Park, California, out of 24 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 Buena Park, 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
Buena Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 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 Buena Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Buena Park 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.