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2 Before or After School Daycare in Sonora, California

Browse all 2 before or after school daycare in Sonora, California. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sonora

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
    Amador-Tuolumne Comm.Action-Blue Bell Family Ctr
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    18080 Blue Bell East, Sonora, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Amador-Tuolumne Community Action's Blue Bell Family Center is highly regarded as a vital community institution offering multiple services including childcare, housing assistance, emergency support, and Head Start programs. Parents consistently praise the staff for being helpful, responsive, and kind. However, some note difficulties reaching staff by phone or fax.

    Quick decision-makingknowledgeable staffhelpful and kind servicewide range of assistance programs (
  2. 2
    Columbia College Child Development Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    11600 Columbia College Dr., Sonora, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

    This appears to be reviews for Columbia College, a community college, not a child development center. Reviews praise the supportive faculty, responsive teachers, beautiful campus setting, helpful staff, and valuable support services. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their educational experience.

    Supportive and caring teachersresponsive staffbeautiful scenic campushelpful counselors and financial aid office
  3. 3
    Safari Learning Preschool & Daycare
    4.29 score
    4.5(7)

    13760 Mono Way, #D, Sonora, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Safari Learning Preschool & Daycare in Sonora receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. Families praise the caring, attentive staff, educational curriculum with an animal/letter learning focus, transparent communication including live camera access and daily photo updates, and strong bonds formed between teachers and children. Parents report high satisfaction with the school's responsiveness to concerns and inclusive, warm atmosphere.

    Attentive and caring

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Before or After School Daycare in Sonora, California

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Sonora, California, making up 17% of the 12 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.

When choosing a daycare in Sonora, 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 Sonora

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Curtis Creek School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
18755 Standard Road, Sonora, CA
Phone
(209) 532-1428
Belleview School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
22736 Kewin Mill Rd, Sonora, CA
Phone
(209) 586-5510

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Sonora, California, out of 12 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Sonora, 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
Sonora offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Sonora for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sonora 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.