How do I choose the right daycare in Morgan Hill?

When choosing a daycare in Morgan Hill, 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

Before or After School Daycare in Morgan Hill, California (3 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Morgan Hill?

Morgan Hill offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 Morgan Hill for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Morgan Hill

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.

First Steps Preschool And Child Care

4.61 score

4.8(16)

25 Wright Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

First Steps Preschool and Child Care, run by owner Mangala (known as 'Auntie'), receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the individualized, nurturing care provided by Mangala and her assistant staff. Parents consistently report their children are excited to attend, thrive academically and socially, and benefit from the home-like environment, structured learning, and strong relationships built with caregivers.

Warmlovingand patient owner Mangala and caring assistant staffindividualized attention tailored to each child's needs

Tinker Learning Center

4.35 score

4.6(7)

17535 Del Monte Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Tinker Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviewers rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, engaging educational activities, and new management improvements including the Brightwheel app for communication and check-in. Children reportedly form strong bonds with teachers and enjoy attending.

Warm and caring environmentsweet and friendly staffengaging and educational daily activitiesstrong teacher-child bonds

Little Sonshine Schoolhouse

4.06 score

4.1(7)

16970 Dewitt Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

Little Sonshine Schoolhouse receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, patient teachers and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the school's structured curriculum, Christian values integration, beautiful campus, and effectiveness in preparing children for elementary school. One parent noted the school's small size as a limitation.

Caring and patient teachersnurturing environmentintimate classroom sizesstructured curriculum

Genius Kids

3.57 score

3.4(13)

174 W. Main Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

Genius Kids receives mostly positive reviews praising staff responsiveness, child learning outcomes, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, two negative reviews report concerning incidents including inappropriate teacher responses to emotional children, failure to address bullying, and dismissive owner communication during enrollment.

Caring and responsive staffespecially Ms. Kamal and Ms. Haticestrong early learning outcomes (ABC/counting skills)flexible sch

Genius Kids

3.57 score

3.4(13)

174 W Main Ave, Morgan Hill, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

Genius Kids receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, child development, and personalized attention. However, two detailed negative reviews cite concerns about inconsistent care quality, inadequate supervision of bullying, dismissive discipline practices, and unprofessional owner communication.

Caring and responsive staff (especially Ms. Kamal and Ms. Hatice)strong academic learning outcomesflexible schedulingreasonable pricing

Before or After School Daycare in Morgan Hill, California

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Morgan Hill, California, making up 11% of the 27 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 Morgan Hill, 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 3 before or after school daycares in Morgan Hill, California, out of 27 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 Morgan Hill, 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

Morgan Hill offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Morgan Hill for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Morgan Hill 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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