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1 Before or After School Daycare in Pismo Beach, California

Browse all 1 before or after school daycare in Pismo Beach, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pismo Beach

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
    Happy Time Cooperative School
    4.75 score
    5(15)

    1091 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 25 children

    Parents consistently praise Happy Time Cooperative School for its play-based learning environment, caring staff (particularly Director Amy and Teacher Jessica), and strong community atmosphere. Families highlight how the cooperative model fosters both child development and parental engagement through required volunteer participation. Children are reported to thrive emotionally and socially in this supportive, creative setting.

    Play-based learning approachskilled and compassionate teacherssafe and accepting environmentstrong community and family involvement
  2. 2
    New Life Community Church Of The Nazarene
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    990 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 78 children

    This facility is actually a religious church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming community, caring congregation, quality messages, and various church activities and events.

    Welcoming and friendly atmospherecaring and supportive community membersquality pastoral messageshospitality

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Pismo Beach based on parent reviews

Happy Time Cooperative School

5(15)

1091 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA

Parents consistently praise Happy Time Cooperative School for its play-based learning environment, caring staff (particularly Director Amy and Teacher Jessica), and strong community atmosphere. Families highlight how the cooperative model fosters both child development and parental engagement through required volunteer participation. Children are reported to thrive emotionally and socially in this supportive, creative setting.

Play-based learning approachskilled and compassionate teacherssafe and accepting environment

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Before or After School Daycare in Pismo Beach, California

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Pismo Beach, California, making up 50% of the 2 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 Pismo Beach, 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 Pismo Beach

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Happy Time Cooperative School
Before or After School Daycare
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Parents consistently praise Happy Time Cooperative School for its play-based learning environment, caring staff (particularly Director Amy and Teacher Jessica), and strong community atmosphere. Families highlight how the cooperative model fosters both child development and parental engagement through required volunteer participation. Children are reported to thrive emotionally and socially in this supportive, creative setting.

Play-based learning approachskilled and compassionate teacherssafe and accepting environment
Address
1091 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA
Phone
(805) 773-2095

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Pismo Beach, California, out of 2 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 Pismo Beach, 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
Pismo Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Pismo Beach for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pismo Beach 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.