Best Daycares in Gardena, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 6 daycares and childcare centers in Gardena based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Gardena

  1. #1 — Kum Ran Church Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Rising Stars Child Development Center Score: 11/100

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

  3. #3 — Limai Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Language school, Specialty school, School, Education. View full profile →

  4. #4 — St Anthony's Day Nursery Score: 11/100

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

  5. #5 — Nakayoshi Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  6. #6 — Gardena Early Education Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. 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 Gardena?
Kum Ran Church Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Gardena 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 Gardena?
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 Gardena?
Childcare costs in Gardena 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.