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Best Before or After School Daycare in Solana Beach, CA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Solana Beach. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Solana Beach, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
24
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Solana Beach has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 24 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 92075 zip code, averaging 4.8 stars across 7 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Solana Beach

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
    Solana Beach Community Preschool
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    524 Stevens Avenue, Solana Beach, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Solana Beach Community Preschool for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and exceptional director Ms. Diane. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending school and demonstrate notable growth in creativity, social-emotional skills, and academic readiness. The school is highlighted for its strong sense of community, individualized attention, and supportive staff.

    Caring and experienced leadership (Ms. Diane)play-based and hands-on learning approachstrong social-emotional developmentcommunity integration and field trips
  2. 2
    Sandy Hill Nursery School
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    1036 Solana Dr, Solana Beach, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 49 children

    Sandy Hill Nursery School is highly praised by parents as a nature-based, play-inspired preschool with exceptional teachers and small class sizes. Parents consistently highlight the outdoor learning environment, individualized attention, and supportive community. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents noting significant child development and happiness.

    Outdoor and nature-based curriculumsmall class sizes with multiple teachers per classplay-based and Reggio-inspired approachcaring and exceptional staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Solana Beach

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Solana Beach, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Solana Beach zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
920757
4.8
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Solana Beach (18–175 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Solana Beach based on parent reviews

Sandy Hill Nursery School

4.4(10)

1036 Solana Dr, Solana Beach, CA

Sandy Hill Nursery School is highly praised by parents as a nature-based, play-inspired preschool with exceptional teachers and small class sizes. Parents consistently highlight the outdoor learning environment, individualized attention, and supportive community. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents noting significant child development and happiness.

Outdoor and nature-based curriculumsmall class sizes with multiple teachers per classplay-based and Reggio-inspired approach

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Daycare types in Solana Beach

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Solana Beach, California

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Solana Beach, California, making up 14% of the 7 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 Solana Beach have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 24 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Solana Beach, 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 Solana Beach

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Sandy Hill Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Sandy Hill Nursery School is highly praised by parents as a nature-based, play-inspired preschool with exceptional teachers and small class sizes. Parents consistently highlight the outdoor learning environment, individualized attention, and supportive community. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents noting significant child development and happiness.

Outdoor and nature-based curriculumsmall class sizes with multiple teachers per classplay-based and Reggio-inspired approach
Address
1036 Solana Dr, Solana Beach, CA
Phone
(858) 481-1378

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Solana Beach, California, out of 7 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 Solana Beach have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Solana Beach, 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
Solana Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Solana Beach for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Solana Beach 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.