4 Before or After School Daycare in San Leandro, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Leandro

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

   Learning Clock Montessori School

   4.55 score

   5(6)

   13305 Doolittle Dr, San Leandro, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

   Learning Clock Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental outcomes. Parents report their children show improved independence, social skills, academic growth, and genuine enthusiasm for attending school.

   Attentive and qualified staffclean facilityMontessori approach promotes independencestrong academic and social development
2. 2

   Children'S Montessori Adventure

   4.51 score

   4.8(9)

   580 Joaquin Ave., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

   Children's Montessori Adventure is highly regarded by most parents for its rigorous Montessori curriculum, caring staff led by Ms. Lorena, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The program emphasizes independence, emotional regulation, and structured learning with hands-on activities. However, one parent reported their child was asked to leave after struggling to adapt to the strict rules and procedures.

   Academically rigorous programcaring and nurturing
3. 3

   Bubbly Tots Learning Center

   4.33 score

   4.5(10)

   963 Manor Blvd., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

   Bubbly Tots Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, skilled teaching staff, strong curriculum, and the director Ms. Soni's accommodating approach. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents consistently report their children love attending. One parent expressed concerns about teacher-parent communication policies and perceived staff-to-child ratios.

   Caring and skilled teachersstrong academic curriculum (mathreadingwriting)
4. 4

   Cfcs Head Start - San Leandro Adult School

   4.33 score

   4.5(10)

   1444 Williams St., San Leandro, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 25 children

   Reviews are largely positive, with most commenters praising the staff and teachers for being supportive and welcoming. The facility offers affordable educational programs with convenient online enrollment and study options. A few reviews express confusion about location or enrollment procedures.

   Supportive and patient teacherswelcoming environmentaffordable compared to other Bay Area schoolsconvenient online enrollment
5. 5

   Lots Of Love Child Care Center

   4.18 score

   4.3(8)

   2000 Washington St., San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

   Lots of Love Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care, attention, and educational outcomes. Parents highlight the nurturing environment and children's academic progress, though a small number of reviewers reported poor phone communication and customer service.

   Strong academic progress in reading and writingcaring and attentive staffflexible and understandinghealthy home-cooked meals
6. 6

   Live Learn And Laugh Preschool - Site II

   4.07 score

   4.1(12)

   14871 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

   Live Learn and Laugh Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly Director Ms. Tyesha), and strong academic and social-emotional development of children. One parent reported a negative experience regarding food/water provision and concerns about award distribution fairness.

   Warm and nurturing environmentstrong teacher-student relationshipsacademic preparation for kindergartencultural inclusivity
7. 7

   Davis Street Community Center

   3.78 score

   3.7(13)

   951 Dowling Boulevard, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

   Davis Street Community Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the organization's extensive community resources, helpful staff, and services. However, several reviewers criticize front desk staff for being rude, dismissive, and unhelpful, which negatively impacts the patient experience.

   Comprehensive resources and servicescaring and attentive counselorsnice medical stafffree items and food assistance
8. 8

   Stepping Stones Growth Center

   3.55 score

   3.1(5)

   311 Macarthur Boulevard, San Leandro, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

   Stepping Stones Growth Center receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise the art programs and note it serves people with disabilities well. However, other parents report significant concerns about staff professionalism, high staff turnover, unprofessional behavior from leadership, and restrictive lunch policies.

   Art experiencesaccommodates people with disabilities
9. 9

   Cfcs Head Start - Jefferson

   2.34 score

   1.3(8)

   14432 Bancroft Avenue, San Leandro, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children

   Parents report serious safety concerns at this facility, with multiple accounts of children sustaining significant injuries including broken teeth, broken jaw, and facial lacerations while in care. Parents express lack of confidence in supervision and question the adequacy of staff oversight.

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