How do I choose the right daycare in Rancho Cordova?

When choosing a daycare in Rancho Cordova, 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

What types of daycare are available in Rancho Cordova?

Rancho Cordova offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 7 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Before or After School Daycare in Rancho Cordova, California (7 Results)

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 Rancho Cordova for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rancho Cordova

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.

Play-Ology

4.8 score

5(20)

3084 Sunrise Blvd, Ste 4, Rancho Cordova, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Play-ology is a highly-rated play-based preschool and daycare center in Rancho Cordova where parents consistently praise the caring, nurturing staff and engaging learning environment. Parents report their children develop academically and socially while remaining enthusiastic about attending, with many noting strong kindergarten readiness upon graduation.

Play-based learning approachcaring and attentive staffstrong academic preparationhands-on activities (art

The Learning Years Academy

4.8 score

5(20)

11052 New River Circle, Rancho Cordova, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

The Learning Years Academy receives universal 5-star praise from parents, with particular recognition for Ms. Helga's leadership and the staff's dedication to both academic learning and social-emotional development. Parents consistently highlight the nutritious home-cooked meals, stable staff, small class environment, and Montessori-style education as key strengths that prepare children well for elementary school.

Experienced and caring staff with minimal turnovernutritious organic home-cooked mealsacademic preparation (lettersnumbers

River City Christian Preschool

4.56 score

4.7(20)

10933 Progress Court, Rancho Cordova, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

The reviews provided are for River City Christian Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, biblical teaching, and worship experience. No specific reviews about the preschool facility or childcare quality were found.

Friendly and welcoming communitystrong biblical teachingvibrant worship and musicmultiple ministry opportunities

Children'S First Learning Center

4.5 score

5(5)

3039 Kilgore Road, Rancho Cordova, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

Parents praise Children's First Learning Center for its warm, family-style environment and caring staff led by owner/director Nymia. Multiple reviewers highlight their children's developmental progress, the center's small group sizes, and the staff's direct communication with parents. Several parents report returning to the center with additional children based on positive prior experiences.

Caring and knowledgeable staffwarm family-style environmentsmall group s

Cordova Baptist Preschool

4.5 score

5(5)

10527 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 87 children

Cordova Baptist Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from reviewers who praise the welcoming community atmosphere and experienced teachers. Parents highlight the school's ability to balance structure with freedom, creating a safe environment where children thrive. Multiple reviewers note successful transitions to elementary school and lasting positive memories of their time at the facility.

Experienced and caring teacherswelcoming community atmospherebalance of structure and freedomsafe environment

Carousel School

3.79 score

3.7(11)

2052 W. La Loma Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 73 children

Carousel School (also operating as All Kids Early Learning Center) receives mostly 5-star reviews praising caring teachers, strong communication with parents, and child development support. However, several 1-star reviews cite concerns about enrollment practices, lack of parental communication on classroom activities, alleged discrimination toward students with developmental delays, high teacher turnover, inconsistent incident reporting, and failure to follow dietary restrict

Genius Kids

3.76 score

3.7(20)

2800 La Loma Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

Genius Kids has received consistently positive feedback from parents, particularly praising improvements made under new management. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, educational focus, clean facilities, and strong child development outcomes. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from the structured learning environment and individual attention.

Caring and friendly staffimproved facilities and groundseducational academics emphasisone-on-one attention

Genius Kids

3.76 score

3.7(20)

2740 La Loma Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children

Parents consistently praise Genius Kids for significant improvements under new management, including renovated facilities, qualified and caring staff, and educational programs. Children are reported to be engaged, learning new skills daily, and eager to attend. The facility is described as clean, safe, and secure with strong communication from staff.

caring and friendly staffeducational academicsone-on-one attentionclean and safe facility

Before or After School Daycare in Rancho Cordova, California

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Rancho Cordova, California, making up 28% of the 25 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 Rancho Cordova, 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 7 before or after school daycares in Rancho Cordova, California, out of 25 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 Rancho Cordova, 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

Rancho Cordova offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Rancho Cordova for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Rancho Cordova 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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