Best Daycares in Huntington Beach, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 16 daycares and childcare centers in Huntington Beach based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Huntington Beach

  1. #1 — Carden Conservatory Score: 22/100

    Middle School & Kindergarten Huntington Beach CA

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — LePort Montessori Huntington Harbor Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Montessori Child Development Center Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Monarch Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Redeemer Lutheran Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — CUMC Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Liberty Christian Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Oak View Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Great Adventures Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — The Learning Experience Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Parent Smart Preschool and Toddler Programs Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Hebrew Academy Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Marley's Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  15. #15 — Jeanne Hardy Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  16. #16 — BrightStar Learning Centers Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. 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 Huntington Beach?
Carden Conservatory is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach?
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 Huntington Beach?
Childcare costs in Huntington Beach 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.