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1 Before or After School Daycare in El Dorado Hills, California

Browse all 1 before or after school daycare in El Dorado Hills, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in El Dorado Hills

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
    Madrone Montessori School LLC
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    5001 Windplay Drive, #1, El Dorado Hills, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Madrone Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the Montessori approach, caring staff, and emphasis on independence and self-reliance. Parents report their children develop confidence, problem-solving skills, and a love of learning through hands-on activities and community involvement. The school creates a warm, welcoming environment where children are encouraged to express themselves while learning structure and kindness.

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  2. 2
    Busy Bees Preschool INC.
    4.44 score
    4.6(14)

    1261 Hawks Flight Ct. Ste. F, El Dorado Hills, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Busy Bees Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, experienced teachers, small class sizes, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically, with excellent communication and creative programming.

    Small class sizes with high teacher-to-student ratiosexperienced and caring teachersclean and welcoming facilitycreative and engaging daily activities
  3. 3
    The Gift Of Kids
    4.34 score
    4.5(11)

    5130 Golden Foothills, El Dorado Hills, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

    The Gift of Kids receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the owner Jenn, staff warmth, and quality care. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including undocumented injuries to their child and inadequate incident documentation.

    Caring and attentive stafflow employee turnoverpositive atmosphereeducational programming
  4. 4
    The Gift Of Kids INC.
    4.34 score
    4.5(11)

    5130 Golden Foothill Parkway, El Dorado Hills, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    THE GIFT OF KIDS INC. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the owner Jenn and staff for warm, attentive care and creating a safe, engaging environment. Children show strong social and academic development, and parents report high staff morale and retention. One parent reported a serious incident involving undocumented injuries to their child and alleged negligence in supervision.

    Warmcaring staff who treat children like familylow staf

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Highest rated daycares in El Dorado Hills based on parent reviews

Guiding Hands School

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4900 Windplay Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA

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Before or After School Daycare in El Dorado Hills, California

There are 1 before or after school daycare in El Dorado Hills, California, making up 5% of the 21 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 El Dorado Hills, 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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Guiding Hands School
Before or After School Daycare
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Address
4900 Windplay Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA
Phone
(916) 939-0553

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in El Dorado Hills, California, out of 21 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 El Dorado Hills, 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
El Dorado Hills offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 El Dorado Hills for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in El Dorado Hills 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.