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Best Before or After School Daycare in Livermore, CA

Compare 5 before or after school daycare in Livermore. Average rating: 4.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Livermore, California at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.63/5
Parent reviews
124
Top rated (4.5+)
11

Livermore has 5 licensed before or after school daycare with 124 parent reviews averaging 4.63/5.11 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 73% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 94550 zip code, averaging 4.68 stars across 33 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Livermore

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
    Primrose School Of Livermore
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    2901 Las Positas Rd, Livermore, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 126 children

    Primrose School of Livermore receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental curriculum. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily photos and updates, and report their children thrive academically and socially while enjoying the clean facility and on-site meal preparation.

    Caring and nurturing teachersage-appropriate curriculumfrequent photo/video updates via ProCare appdevelopmental focus
  2. 2
    Celebration Learning Center
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    1135 Bluebell Drive, Livermore, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for Celebration Church, not Celebration Learning Center daycare. No actual parent reviews about daycare services, staff, curriculum, safety, or child care quality are available.

    None mentioned
  3. 3
    New Horizons Preschool And Day Care
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    405 East Jack London Boulevard, Livermore, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    New Horizons Preschool and Day Care in Livermore receives unanimous praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the warm, caring staff led by director Robin, creative learning activities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form lasting friendships in a safe, clean environment.

    Warm and attentive staffcreative activitiesspacious indoor and outdoor play areasaccommodates dietary restrictions and allergies
  4. 4
    Cape Almond Center
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    1401 Almond Ave., Livermore, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    CAPE Almond Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, child development focus, and safe environment. However, some parents report significant communication and organizational issues, including unresponsive phones and missed callbacks.

    Attentive and caring stafffocus on child developmentsafe facilityfriendly atmosphere
  5. 5
    Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School
    4.11 score
    4.2(6)

    1020 Mocho Street, Livermore, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 95 children

    Parents consistently praise Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School for its balanced blend of play-based learning and structured pre-academic preparation that effectively readies children for kindergarten. Staff are described as wonderful, kind, and caring, with strong communication and safety practices. One review raised concerns about a homeless shelter located across the street from the facility.

    balanced curriculum approachpre-academic preparationexperienced and caring teachersstrong communication
  6. 6
    Christian World Child Care Center
    3.88 score
    3.8(7)

    3820 East Avenue, Livermore, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    Christian World Child Care Center in Livermore receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring teachers, balance between educational and play activities, and welcoming atmosphere. One negative review cited poor leadership conduct from the founding pastor.

    Happy childrenunified and caring teachersbalance of learning and playfriendly staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 15 daycares with Google ratings in Livermore

4.5 - 5.0
11
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 124 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Friendly staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.66avg rating
33 daycares · 14 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.2avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Livermore zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9455033
4.68
10

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Livermore (15–180 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

17

Large

76–150 children

15

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Livermore based on parent reviews

Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School

4.2(6)

1020 Mocho Street, Livermore, CA

Parents consistently praise Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School for its balanced blend of play-based learning and structured pre-academic preparation that effectively readies children for kindergarten. Staff are described as wonderful, kind, and caring, with strong communication and safety practices. One review raised concerns about a homeless shelter located across the street from the facility.

balanced curriculum approachpre-academic preparationexperienced and caring teachers

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Daycare types in Livermore

Child Daycare & Preschools 33Before or After School Daycare 5

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Before or After School Daycare in Livermore, California

There are 5 before or after school daycare in Livermore, California, making up 13% of the 38 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 Livermore have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities, with 73% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.66 stars. Our analysis covers 124 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Livermore, 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 Livermore

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Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Parents consistently praise Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School for its balanced blend of play-based learning and structured pre-academic preparation that effectively readies children for kindergarten. Staff are described as wonderful, kind, and caring, with strong communication and safety practices. One review raised concerns about a homeless shelter located across the street from the facility.

balanced curriculum approachpre-academic preparationexperienced and caring teachers
Address
1020 Mocho Street, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 447-1864
Fountainhead Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare

Fountainhead Montessori School in Livermore receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents consistently report their children show significant academic, social, and emotional growth while being excited and confident about attending school. The school is noted for strong parent communication, cleanliness, safety, and a family-like atmosphere.

caring and patient staffchild development and growthopen parent communication
Address
949 Central Ave, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 579-0110
Valley Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1273 No. Livermore Avenue, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 455-8021
Storyland School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2475 Fourth Street, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 449-1531
Sunset Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2200 Arroyo Rd, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 243-0972

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 before or after school daycares in Livermore, California, out of 38 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 Livermore have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities. About 73% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Livermore, 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
Livermore offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 33 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Livermore for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Livermore 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.