4 Before or After School Daycare in Ventura, California

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ventura

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

   Coastline Bible Day School

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   426 S. Mills Rd., Ventura, CA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

   Parents consistently praise Coastline Bible Day School for its warm, family-focused environment and exceptional staff who genuinely care for children. The facility offers extensive learning opportunities, secure safety protocols, and excellent communication with families. Multiple long-term families report deep satisfaction and recommend the school highly.

   Loving and caring staffstrong parent communication with daily photos and weekly updateslarge outdoor play areaextensive learning facilities (science lab
2. 2

   Children R Us Child Development Center

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   1045 S. Saticoy Ave., Ventura, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children

   Parents consistently praise Children R Us for exceptional academic growth, caring staff, and smooth transitions for new students. Children show significant improvements in speech, social skills, confidence, and independence, with staff described as attentive, genuine, and going above and beyond. Multiple parents report their children are eager to attend daily and recommend the center highly.

   Academic advancementcaring and attentive staffsmooth transition processindividual attention to struggling areas
3. 3

   Ventura Children'S Learning Center

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   1110 Petit Ave., Ventura, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children

   Ventura Children's Learning Center receives universal 5-star reviews praising the caring, professional staff, strong communication through apps like ClassDojo and Tadpoles, and nurturing learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care of teachers, particularly leadership from Victoria, and note their children's social and academic growth. Families express deep satisfaction with the facility's cleanliness, age-appropriate curriculum, and inclusive communi

4. 4

   Community Presbyterian Church Preschool

   4.55 score

   4.7(18)

   1555 Poli Street, Ventura, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 105 children

   Community Presbyterian Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising the welcoming and loving atmosphere of the facility and church community. Parents appreciate the church's commitment to community outreach, social justice, and faith-based values. The facility itself is noted for its beautiful architecture, peaceful courtyard, and well-maintained grounds.

   welcoming and caring staffcommunity involvement and outreachfaith-based educationbeautiful architecture and facilities
5. 5

   Community Presbyterian Church Pre School

   4.55 score

   4.7(18)

   1555 Poli Street, Ventura, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 14 children

   Community Presbyterian Church Pre School is a religious facility in Ventura with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents praise the welcoming, loving community atmosphere and the church's commitment to social justice and community outreach. The facility is noted for its beautiful architecture, peaceful grounds, and comprehensive youth programs from Pre-K to high school.

   welcoming and loving environmentstrong community involvement and outreachbeautiful architecture and groundsgenuine pastor and staff
6. 6

   The Little Tree Preschool

   4.5 score

   5(5)

   1690 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

   The Little Tree Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the quality of teaching staff, play-based learning approach, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently note that while tuition is higher than comparable preschools, the exceptional educational environment and teacher engagement justify the cost.

   Highly qualified teaching staff with degrees in early childhood educationextensive outdoor play areas with diverse equipmentplay-based learning philosophyteacher interaction and personal attention
7. 7

   First United Methodist Preschool & Child Care C.

   4.49 score

   4.8(8)

   1338 East Santa Clara Street, Ventura, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

   Parents praise First United Methodist Preschool & Child Care for its welcoming and friendly environment. Reviews highlight the quality of staff, nice grounds, and variety of activities available. The facility appears to foster a positive community atmosphere.

   Friendly staffwelcoming communitynice groundslots of activities
8. 8

   First United Methodist Preschool & Childcare

   4.49 score

   4.8(8)

   1338 E. Santa Clara St., Ventura, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

   First United Methodist Preschool & Childcare in Ventura receives consistently high ratings from reviewers. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and nice facilities with diverse activities. The facility appears to foster a positive community environment.

   Friendly and welcoming staffnice groundsvariety of activitiesbeautiful facility
9. 9

   Tlc Preschool

   4.4 score

   4.6(10)

   196 No. Ashwood Ave., Ventura, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

   TLC Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff led by director Melanie. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, developing kindness and social skills. One negative review cited poor management, inadequate teaching, and an unwelcoming director experience.

   Warmcaringand enthusiastic teachersstrong director leadership
10. 10

    Vusd - First Steps Child Development Center

    4.2 score

    4.3(10)

    501 College Dr., Ventura, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    VUSD - First Steps Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Positive reviews praise staff members like Juana Martinez and Bill Wood for their helpfulness and care, while negative reviews cite issues with specific staff members, communication problems, administrative delays, and concerns about child treatment and preparation.

    Helpful and caring staffattentive to parent needscourteous serviceresponsive staff members

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