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Best Before or After School Daycare in Valley Village, CA

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Valley Village. Average rating: 4.74/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Valley Village, California at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.74/5
Parent reviews
42
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Valley Village has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 42 parent reviews averaging 4.74/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91607 zip code, averaging 4.74 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Valley Village

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
    Great Beginnings Preschool INC.
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    12052 Emelita St., Valley Village, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    Great Beginnings Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, responsive staff and clean facilities. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academics, social skills, and confidence, with particular appreciation for teachers like Ms. Martina, Ms. Lana, and Ms. Jeanne.

    Clean facilitiesattentive and responsive staffstrong academic curriculumsocial-emotional development
  2. 2
    A Mother Goose Academy
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    11849 Burbank Blvd., Valley Village, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

    Parents consistently praise A Mother Goose Academy for its caring, warm staff and strong educational curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. The facility is noted for fresh home-cooked meals, engaging activities, and a nurturing environment that builds confidence and social skills in children.

    Caring and talented teachersstrong academic preparationfresh home-cooked mealsengaging curriculum
  3. 3
    Adat Ari El Nursery School
    4.18 score
    4.3(8)

    12020 Burbank Boulevard, Valley Village, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 35 children

    ADAT ARI EL Nursery School receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the childcare quality and welcoming community atmosphere, though a small number express concerns about the school's teaching methodology and ideological approach.

    Quality childcarewelcoming communitykind staffgood programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Valley Village

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Valley Village, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.65avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Valley Village zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
916076
4.74
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Valley Village (28–64 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Valley Village based on parent reviews

Adat Ari El Nursery School

4.3(8)

12020 Burbank Boulevard, Valley Village, CA

ADAT ARI EL Nursery School receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the childcare quality and welcoming community atmosphere, though a small number express concerns about the school's teaching methodology and ideological approach.

Quality childcarewelcoming communitykind staff

Oakdale School

5(1)

12140 Riverside Drive, Valley Village, CA

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Daycare types in Valley Village

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Valley Village, California

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Valley Village, California, making up 43% 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 Valley Village have an average rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 42 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Valley Village, 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 Valley Village

Showing 3 results

Oakdale School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
12140 Riverside Drive, Valley Village, CA
Phone
(818) 506-4304
Adat Ari El Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

ADAT ARI EL Nursery School receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the childcare quality and welcoming community atmosphere, though a small number express concerns about the school's teaching methodology and ideological approach.

Quality childcarewelcoming communitykind staff
Address
12020 Burbank Boulevard, Valley Village, CA
Phone
(818) 766-6379
Valley Village Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5000 Colfax Avenue, Valley Village, CA
Phone
(818) 505-1800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Valley Village, 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 Valley Village have an average Google rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Valley Village, 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
Valley Village offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Valley Village for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Valley Village 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.