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Best Before or After School Daycare in Ridgecrest, CA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Ridgecrest. Average rating: 4.33/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ridgecrest, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.33/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Ridgecrest has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.33/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ridgecrest

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
    Oasis Child Development Center
    4.22 score
    4.3(15)

    814 North Norma Street, Ridgecrest, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Parents consistently praise Oasis Child Development Center for its friendly, helpful staff who are genuinely engaged with families. The facility is clean with a pleasant atmosphere and offers convenient services like phone appointments. Multiple reviewers recommend calling ahead before visiting.

    Polite and helpful staffpositive atmosphereclean facilityphone appointment availability
  2. 2
    Cerro Coso Child Development Center
    4.15 score
    4.2(16)

    3000 College Heights Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    This appears to be a data quality issue - the reviews submitted are primarily about Cerro Coso Community College rather than the child development center. The few relevant childcare comments praise the staff's teamwork and helpfulness. Insufficient parent reviews are available to accurately assess the daycare center's quality.

    Helpful and kind staffteamwork
  3. 3
    Immanuel Christian Child Development Center
    3.88 score
    3.8(8)

    1201 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Immanuel Christian Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for qualified staff, academic advancement, affordability, and NAEYC accreditation. However, two negative reviews allege serious concerns including director misconduct, alleged child abuse by staff, and lack of transparency with video evidence.

    Caring and attentive staffchildren academically advanced in reading/writinghigh staff retentionflexible

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Ridgecrest

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.1avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ridgecrest zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
935556
4.33
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ridgecrest (24–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ridgecrest based on parent reviews

Heritage Montessori School

5(2)

934 Heritage Dr, Ridgecrest, CA

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Daycare types in Ridgecrest

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Ridgecrest, California

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Ridgecrest, California, making up 17% 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 Ridgecrest have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest

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Heritage Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
934 Heritage Dr, Ridgecrest, CA
Phone
(760) 446-7459

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest have an average Google rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Ridgecrest for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ridgecrest 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.