Best Daycares in Fullerton, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 10 daycares and childcare centers in Fullerton based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Fullerton

  1. #1 — Orangethorpe United Methodist Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Fullerton Children's Academy Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Family Heart Preschool Center Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Emmanuel Episcopal Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Discovery Gardens Fullerton Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Fullerton Community Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Stepping Stones Children's Center Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Morningside Children's Center and Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Fullerton Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  10. #10 — iRemnant Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. 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 Fullerton?
Orangethorpe United Methodist Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Fullerton 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 Fullerton?
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 Fullerton?
Childcare costs in Fullerton 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.