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Best Before or After School Daycare in Sonoma, CA

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Sonoma. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Sonoma, California at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Sonoma offers 4 licensed before or after school daycare, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 95476 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sonoma

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.

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    Sonoma Preschool Academy
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    275 East Spain Street, Sonoma, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Sonoma Preschool Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nurturing, play-based learning environment and experienced teaching staff. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, warm community atmosphere, and excellent parent communication through weekly photo updates and end-of-year portfolios.

    Experienced lead teachers with strong camaraderieplay-based learning approachart and creative activitiesoutdoor play

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Sonoma

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
10 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Sonoma zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9547614
5
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Sonoma (24–105 children)

Small

up to 30 children

8

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Sonoma based on parent reviews

Old Adobe School

5(3)

252 West Spain Street, Sonoma, CA

Parents highlight the school's play-based curriculum and dedicated teachers, noting significant improvements in their children's language skills, engagement, and social interaction. Reviewers describe the environment as loving, friendly, and excellent for young learners.

play-based curriculumloving teachersdedicated staff

Valley Of The Moon Nursery School

5(2)

136 Mission Terrace, Sonoma, CA

Ymca Sunshine Co. - Prestwood School

5

343 E. Macarthur, Sonoma, CA

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Daycare types in Sonoma

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Before or After School Daycare 4

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Before or After School Daycare in Sonoma, California

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Sonoma, California, making up 29% 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 Sonoma have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Sonoma, 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 Sonoma

Showing 4 results

Ymca Sunshine Co. - Prestwood School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
343 E. Macarthur, Sonoma, CA
Phone
(707) 935-1793
Old Adobe School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents highlight the school's play-based curriculum and dedicated teachers, noting significant improvements in their children's language skills, engagement, and social interaction. Reviewers describe the environment as loving, friendly, and excellent for young learners.

play-based curriculumloving teachersdedicated staff
Address
252 West Spain Street, Sonoma, CA
Phone
(707) 938-4510
Valley Of The Moon Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
136 Mission Terrace, Sonoma, CA
Phone
(707) 938-4265
Sunshine Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
109 Patten Street, Sonoma, CA
Phone
(707) 996-2702

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Sonoma, 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 Sonoma have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Sonoma, 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
Sonoma offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Sonoma for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sonoma 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.