Best Daycares in Long Beach, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 43 daycares and childcare centers in Long Beach based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Long Beach

  1. #1 — Little Angels Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Young Horizons Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Long Beach Boulevard Head Start Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Bixby Oaks Children Center Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Un Mundo De Amigos Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — The Muse Academy Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — California Heights United Methodist Children's Center Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — California Heights Parent Participation Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Rainbow In A Cloud Child Development Center Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Mama Maria's Garden Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Mexican restaurant. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Great Beginnings Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Nature's Edge Child Development Center Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Belmont Shore Children's Center Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Marina Montessori School Score: 15/100

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

  15. #15 — Kidz First Academy Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — Edgewater Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — Lagoon Playgroup Score: 15/100

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

  18. #18 — Bayshore Co-op Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  19. #19 — Launch Pad Learning NLB Score: 15/100

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

  20. #20 — YMCA 70th Street Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  21. #21 — Grant Child Development Center Score: 15/100

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

  22. #22 — Little Steppers Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  23. #23 — Dorothy Ahrens Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  24. #24 — Petite Montessori of Long Beach Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Lakewood Village Community Church Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  26. #26 — Discovery Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  27. #27 — Precious Lamb Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  28. #28 — Wee Care Montessori Center Score: 15/100

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

  29. #29 — Ms. Jay's Preschool and Infant Care Score: 15/100

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

  30. #30 — St. Paul's Lutheran 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 Long Beach?
Little Angels Montessori is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Long 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 Long 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 Long Beach?
Childcare costs in Long 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.