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Best Before or After School Daycare in Saugus, CA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Saugus. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Saugus, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
54
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Saugus has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 54 parent reviews averaging 4.9/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91350 zip code, averaging 4.9 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Saugus

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
    Creative Years Nursery School
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    21710 Golden Triangle Road, Saugus, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 187 children

    Creative Years Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, engaging curriculum, and developmentally appropriate learning approach. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement, academic readiness, and social skills. Children are described as excited and eager to attend school.

    Caring and compassionate staffwarm and welcoming environmentexperienced teachers with high retention ratessmall class sizes allowing individualized attention
  2. 2
    Notre Dame Infant Center
    4.52 score
    4.7(14)

    21704 Golden Triangle Rd., #120, Saugus, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Notre Dame Infant Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and safe, loving environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared academically, and treated like family. The facility is noted for cleanliness, adherence to health guidelines, flexible hours, and quality programming across infant through school-age care.

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  3. 3
    Notre Dame Preschool
    4.52 score
    4.7(14)

    21704 Golden Triangle Rd., #120, Saugus, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Notre Dame Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, safe loving environment, and strong educational preparation. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and academically prepared for kindergarten. The facility is noted for cleanliness, flexible hours, and treating families like their own.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Saugus

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.88avg rating
13 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Saugus zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9135014
4.9
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Saugus (16–187 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Saugus based on parent reviews

Creative Years Nursery School

5(7)

21710 Golden Triangle Road, Saugus, CA

Creative Years Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, engaging curriculum, and developmentally appropriate learning approach. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement, academic readiness, and social skills. Children are described as excited and eager to attend school.

Caring and compassionate staffwarm and welcoming environmentexperienced teachers with high retention rates

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Daycare types in Saugus

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Before or After School Daycare 1

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Before or After School Daycare in Saugus, California

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Saugus, California, making up 7% of the 14 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 Saugus have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 54 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Saugus, 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 Saugus

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Creative Years Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Creative Years Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, engaging curriculum, and developmentally appropriate learning approach. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement, academic readiness, and social skills. Children are described as excited and eager to attend school.

Caring and compassionate staffwarm and welcoming environmentexperienced teachers with high retention rates
Address
21710 Golden Triangle Road, Saugus, CA
Phone
(661) 254-0718

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Saugus, California, out of 14 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 Saugus have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Saugus, 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
Saugus offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 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 Saugus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Saugus 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.