Best Before or After School Daycare in La Jolla, CA
Compare 4 before or after school daycare in La Jolla. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
La Jolla, California at a glance
- Programs
- 4
- Avg rating
- 4.3/5
- Parent reviews
- 97
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
La Jolla has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 97 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 92037 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 21 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in La Jolla
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.
- 1M.I.S.D. Children'S House4.5 score5(5)
8745 La Jolla Scenic Drive N., La Jolla, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children
M.I.S.D. Children's House (La Jolla Montessori) has a perfect 5-star rating based on five detailed parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, safe environment, skilled and caring teachers, strong Montessori curriculum, and visible child development across multiple areas of learning.
Warm and safe environmentengaged and happy childrencreative and practical learning activitiesindividualized attention to each child's needs - 2Jewish Community Ctr; M. Larry Lawrence Branch4.48 score4.6(20)
4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 241 children
The Jewish Community Center M. Larry Lawrence Branch in La Jolla receives consistently high praise from members across all age groups. Parents and members highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, excellent facilities, responsive staff, and diverse programming for children and adults. The center is described as more than a daycare—a place that fosters meaningful connections and community belonging.
Amazing staff responsivenessstunning facilitiesclean and well-maintained spacesoutdoor pool - 3Mckinney Fam.Ymca-La Jolla Character Builders(Ydc)4.32 score4.4(20)
8355 Cliffridge Avenue, La Jolla, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children
This facility receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its modern, clean infrastructure and comprehensive amenities. Parents highlight excellent childcare services, pools, fitness equipment, and family-friendly features. A few reviewers note occasional staffing issues, navigation challenges, and some interpersonal conflicts among members.
Modern and clean facilityexcellent pools and aquatic amenitiesquality childcare servicescomprehensive fitness equip - 4Mckinney Family Ymca La Jolla Preschool4.32 score4.4(20)
8355 Cliffridge Avenue, La Jolla, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children
Parents consistently praise this YMCA facility as one of the nicest in the United States, highlighting modern equipment, clean amenities, and excellent pools. The childcare services receive strong approval, with parents noting their children ages 2-7 enjoy attending. Most reviews focus on the overall facility quality rather than preschool-specific programs.
modern facilitycleanpools and jacuzziquality gym equipment - 5La Jolla Country Day School4.23 score4.3(17)
9490 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 74 children
LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the school's innovative curriculum, supportive community, and caring faculty. Parents highlight the school's academic excellence combined with encouragement of critical thinking and personal development. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with children thriving after struggling in other educational settings.
Innovative curriculumthoughtful and enthusiastic teachersexcellent administrative supportstrong academic programs (math
Rating Distribution
Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in La Jolla
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in La Jolla, based on parent reviews
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La Jolla zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92037 | 21 | 4.42 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in La Jolla (14–241 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
11
Large
76–150 children
7
Very Large
150+ children
2
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Highest rated daycares in La Jolla based on parent reviews
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Before or After School Daycare in La Jolla, California
There are 4 before or after school daycare in La Jolla, California, making up 17% of the 23 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 La Jolla have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 97 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla
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LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the school's innovative curriculum, supportive community, and caring faculty. Parents highlight the school's academic excellence combined with encouragement of critical thinking and personal development. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with children thriving after struggling in other educational settings.
- Address
- 9490 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA
- Phone
- (858) 453-3440
- Address
- 7380 Girard Avenue, La Jolla, CA
- Phone
- (858) 459-3773
- Address
- 7427 Fay Ave., La Jolla, CA
- Phone
- (858) 454-1811
- Address
- 6550 Soledad Mt. Road, La Jolla, CA
- Phone
- (858) 456-2807
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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