Best Daycares in Lake Forest, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 5 daycares and childcare centers in Lake Forest based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Lake Forest

  1. #1 — May's Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Milestones Montessori Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Lake Forest Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Montessori Children's School House Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Child's Kingdom Preschool Score: 15/100

    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 Lake Forest?
May's Daycare is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest?
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 Lake Forest?
Childcare costs in Lake Forest 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.