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Best Before or After School Daycare in Saratoga, CA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Saratoga. Average rating: 4.74/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Saratoga, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.74/5
Parent reviews
109
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Saratoga has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 109 parent reviews averaging 4.74/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 80% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 95070 zip code, averaging 4.74 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Saratoga

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
    Butterflies Academy INC
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    14103 Saratoga Ave., Saratoga, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Butterflies Academy receives universally positive feedback from parents. Children show strong development in speech, social skills, confidence, and academics in a caring, warm environment. The center is praised for balancing play-based learning with structured activities, excellent teacher-child ratios, and extensive enrichment programs.

    Caring and attentive teacherswarm and welcoming staffclean and bright facilitiesexcellent teacher-child ratios
  2. 2
    Saratoga French Cultural Preschool
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    12850 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Saratoga French Cultural Preschool for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and effective French immersion program suitable for both native and non-native speakers. Director Nadia and her dedicated teaching team are highlighted as passionate, caring, and professionally attentive to each child's development. The school offers enriching activities including hands-on projects, cultural celebrations, and strong community engagement.

    Dedicated and warm teacherspassionate director NadiaFrench language acquisitionplay-based and Waldorf-inspired pedagogy
  3. 3
    My Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.8(12)

    1472 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    My Preschool in Saratoga receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting caring, warm staff, smooth transitions between age groups, fresh meals, cleanliness, and long operating hours that support working parents. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and show developmental progress.

    Warm and caring teachers with long tenuresmooth transitions between classroomsfresh meals providedclean facilities
  4. 4
    Saratoga Parent Nursery School
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    20490 Williams Avenue, Saratoga, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

    Parents consistently praise Saratoga Parent Nursery School as a warm, welcoming community with caring teachers and a play-based learning environment. Children gain confidence, social skills, and school readiness while parents develop lasting friendships. The parent participation model is highlighted as a unique and valuable aspect of the experience.

    Friendly and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereplay-based learningmusic classes

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Saratoga

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.77avg rating
17 daycares · 9 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Saratoga zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9507019
4.74
8

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Saratoga (15–278 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Saratoga based on parent reviews

Saratoga Parent Nursery School

4.5(6)

20490 Williams Avenue, Saratoga, CA

Parents consistently praise Saratoga Parent Nursery School as a warm, welcoming community with caring teachers and a play-based learning environment. Children gain confidence, social skills, and school readiness while parents develop lasting friendships. The parent participation model is highlighted as a unique and valuable aspect of the experience.

Friendly and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereplay-based learning

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Daycare types in Saratoga

Child Daycare & Preschools 17Before or After School Daycare 2

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Before or After School Daycare in Saratoga, California

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Saratoga, California, making up 11% of the 19 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 Saratoga have an average rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.77 stars. Our analysis covers 109 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Saratoga, 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 Saratoga

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Saratoga Parent Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise Saratoga Parent Nursery School as a warm, welcoming community with caring teachers and a play-based learning environment. Children gain confidence, social skills, and school readiness while parents develop lasting friendships. The parent participation model is highlighted as a unique and valuable aspect of the experience.

Friendly and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereplay-based learning
Address
20490 Williams Avenue, Saratoga, CA
Phone
(408) 867-9774
Saint Andrew'S Episcopal School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
13601 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA
Phone
(408) 867-3785

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Saratoga, California, out of 19 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 Saratoga have an average Google rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Saratoga, 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
Saratoga offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 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 Saratoga for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Saratoga 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.