Best Daycares in Anaheim, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 25 daycares and childcare centers in Anaheim based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Anaheim

  1. #1 — Little Minds Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Magical Star Montessori-Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Anaheim Kids Academy Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Wonderland Montessori & Preschool of Anaheim Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Elementary school. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Shining Star Montessori Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Lamb of God Early Learning Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Walter Head Start Score: 76%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Clemens Home Preschool and Childcare Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Montessori Learning Center Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Lark's Preschool and Childcare Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Montessori Child Care Center Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Apple Tree Preschool and Kindergarten Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Academicia Montessori Childcare Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, School. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Happy Hearts Preschool and Childcare Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Apple Tree Learning Academy Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Childtime of Anaheim Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Franklin Head Start Score: 57%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  18. #18 — South Street KinderCare Score: 57%

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Anaheim KinderCare Score: 57%

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Anaheim Montessori Academy Score: 51%

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Home service. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Childtime Score: 49%

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Baden Powell Head Start Score: 49%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Little Blessings Preschool Academy Score: 40%

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Ronda Rae Pre School Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Performing arts. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Rainbow Day Academy Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Anaheim?
Little Minds Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Anaheim based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Anaheim?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Anaheim?
Childcare costs in Anaheim vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.