How do I choose the right daycare in Fairfield?

When choosing a daycare in Fairfield, 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

What types of daycare are available in Fairfield?

Fairfield offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities Headstart Programs — 5 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.

Before or After School Daycare in Fairfield, California (1 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in California?

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 Fairfield for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairfield

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.

Fairfield Montessori

4.8 score

5(20)

1101 Utah Street, Fairfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Fairfield Montessori receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the Montessori-based hands-on learning environment, skilled teachers, and safe facilities. Parents report their children thrive academically and developmentally, with improvements in engagement, behavior, and social skills. The center is credited with helping children build foundational values and prepare for elementary school.

Safe and well-organized environmenthands-on Montessori learning approachskilled and attentive teachersclean classrooms

Tutor Time Learning Center-Infant

4.32 score

4.4(20)

3345 Cherry Hills Court, Fairfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

Tutor Time Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report that staff genuinely care for children and create a warm, nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight strong child development, daily communication through the app, and appreciation for included meals and supplies. Children are described as happy, eager to attend, and forming lasting friendships.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and safe environmentdaily app updatesincluded meals and diapers

Tutor Time Learning Center-Preschool

4.32 score

4.4(20)

3345 Cherry Hills Court, Fairfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff who create a warm and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Families highlight the quality of instruction, daily communication via app, provided meals and supplies, and the genuine investment staff make in each child's development and well-being.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and safe environmentstrong academic and developmental supportdaily app updates and communication

St. Marks Preschool

4.29 score

4.4(13)

1600 Union Ave, Fairfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

Reviews appear to be mislabeled and primarily reflect feedback about a church and food bank rather than daycare services. The limited relevant content mentions kind, caring staff and pleasant atmosphere.

Kind and caring staffpleasant environmentfood services available

Growing Hearts Childcare Center P/S

4.16 score

4.2(20)

1955 West Texas Street, #17, Fairfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Growing Hearts Childcare Center in Fairfield receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the warm, nurturing environment, attentive staff, strong parent communication, and child development focus. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and eager to return daily.

Warm and welcoming atmosphereattentive and caring staffexcellent parent communication and updatesclean and organized facility

Circle Of Friends Child Development Center - P/S

3.78 score

3.7(15)

3330 Dover Avenue, Fairfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

Parents consistently praise Circle of Friends Child Development Center for its caring, well-trained staff and clean, engaging facility. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from structured routines and activities. The director and teachers are frequently highlighted as friendly, patient, and communicative.

Caring and patient teachersclean facilityengaging activitieswell-trained staff

Head Start - Beck

3.52 score

3.4(20)

275 Beck Avenue, Fairfield, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children

Reviews for HEAD START - Beck are mixed and largely incoherent. Several reviewers praise staff members for patience and going above and beyond, while numerous complaints focus on extremely poor phone service, long wait times, and rude staff in the CalFresh department.

Patient and compassionate staff membersstaff willing to go above and beyondhelpful with benefit application questions

All Day Fun And Play Child Care Center

3.5 score

3(5)

2220 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fairfield, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

All Day Fun and Play Child Care Center in Fairfield has mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights that children enjoy attending and staff are friendly, while negative reviews cite unprofessional service, lack of academic focus, poor communication, and website/contact issues.

Children enjoy the facilityfriendly staff

Before or After School Daycare in Fairfield, California

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Fairfield, California, making up 3% of the 31 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 Fairfield, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Fairfield, California, out of 31 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 Fairfield, 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

Fairfield offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 25 facilities
Headstart Programs — 5 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 Fairfield for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Fairfield 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.

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