Best Daycares in El Segundo, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 8 daycares and childcare centers in El Segundo based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in El Segundo

  1. #1 — St John's Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Eagles Nest Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — El Segundo Cooperative Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Hilltop Christian Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — St Anthony's Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — El Segundo Pre-School Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Beach Cities Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Wondertree Kids ES Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Toy store, Musical instrument services, School, Education, Retail. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) 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%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in El Segundo?
St John's Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in El Segundo 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 El Segundo?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in El Segundo?
Childcare costs in El Segundo 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.