Best Daycares in Los Alamitos, CA — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Los Alamitos

  1. #1 — Lil Cottonwood Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Little Lamb Christian Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — The Children's Garden Score: 11/100

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

  4. #4 — Montessori Greenhouse Schools Score: 11/100

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

  5. #5 — Rossmoor Playschool Score: 11/100

    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 Los Alamitos?
Lil Cottonwood Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos?
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 Los Alamitos?
Childcare costs in Los Alamitos 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.