Best Daycares in Gardena, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 9 daycares and childcare centers in Gardena based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Gardena

  1. #1 — Rising Stars Child Development Center Score: 76%

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

  2. #2 — Nakayoshi Preschool Score: 66%

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

  3. #3 — Kum Ran Church Preschool Score: 63%

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

  4. #4 — Limai Academy Score: 57%

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

  5. #5 — St Anthony's Day Nursery Score: 57%

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

  6. #6 — Gardena Early Education Center Score: 54%

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

  7. #7 — Learning Time Pre School Score: 40%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Social service organizations. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Grace Nursery School Score: 29%

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

  9. #9 — Van Ness Preschool Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. 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 Gardena?
Rising Stars Child Development Center 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 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 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.