Best Daycares in Lakeside, CA — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Lakeside

  1. #1 — Lakeside Presbyterian Preschool Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — Montessori East County Preschool Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Marilla Lakeside Early Advantage Preschool Programs Score: 66%

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

  4. #4 — A Child's Center of Wonder and Discovery Score: 63%

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

  5. #5 — Rise N Shine Score: 63%

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

  6. #6 — Blessed Day Preschool Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. 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 Lakeside?
Lakeside Presbyterian Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Lakeside 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 Lakeside?
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 Lakeside?
Childcare costs in Lakeside 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.