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Best Before or After School Daycare in Norco, CA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Norco. Average rating: 4.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Norco, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.78/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Norco has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.78/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 92860 zip code, averaging 4.78 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Norco

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
    Norco Montessori School
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    2200 Hamner Ave, Suite 110, Norco, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 62 children

    Norco Montessori Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and authentic Montessori approach. Parents report their children have shown significant growth in confidence, independence, social skills, and academics. The school is commended for its clean, well-organized classrooms, strong parent communication, and nurturing environment.

    caring and patient teachersclean and organized classroomsauthentic Montessori materials and curriculumstrong parent communication
  2. 2
    Bright Beginnings Christian Academy
    4.33 score
    4.5(10)

    1769 Western Avenue, Norco, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Bright Beginnings Christian Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the loving staff, Christian values, and well-rounded curriculum. However, two recent negative reviews cite concerns about inconsistent educational quality, unequal treatment of different class groups, and lack of accountability from management.

    Caring and loving staffstrong Christian foundation and values educationwell-rounded curriculum beyond academicse

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Norco

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Norco zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
928606
4.78
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Norco (42–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Norco based on parent reviews

Norco Montessori School

5(6)

2200 Hamner Ave, Suite 110, Norco, CA

Norco Montessori Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and authentic Montessori approach. Parents report their children have shown significant growth in confidence, independence, social skills, and academics. The school is commended for its clean, well-organized classrooms, strong parent communication, and nurturing environment.

caring and patient teachersclean and organized classroomsauthentic Montessori materials and curriculum

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Daycare types in Norco

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Norco, California

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Norco, California, making up 33% of the 6 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 Norco have an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Norco, 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 Norco

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Norco Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Norco Montessori Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and authentic Montessori approach. Parents report their children have shown significant growth in confidence, independence, social skills, and academics. The school is commended for its clean, well-organized classrooms, strong parent communication, and nurturing environment.

caring and patient teachersclean and organized classroomsauthentic Montessori materials and curriculum
Address
2200 Hamner Ave, Suite 110, Norco, CA
Phone
(951) 279-3454
Town And Country Day School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3614 Pedley Avenue, Norco, CA
Phone
(951) 737-2130

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Norco, California, out of 6 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 Norco have an average Google rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Norco, 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
Norco offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Norco for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Norco 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.