Best Daycares in Los Gatos, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 15 daycares and childcare centers in Los Gatos based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Los Gatos

  1. #1 — Los Gatos - Saratoga Observation Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Grace Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Los Gatos Preschool and Childcare Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Villa del Monte Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Los Gatos Academy Preschool Score: 15/100

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

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

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

  7. #7 — Mariposa Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Shir Hadash Early Childhood Center Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Building Blocks Cooperative Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Bright Horizons Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Harwood Hills Country School Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Los Gatos Academy Preschool Score: 11/100

    Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution way/918138561. Type: center-based. Program signals: preschool. Verified fields: name, website, address.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Little Star Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Shannon Nursery School Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Kiddie Kampus 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 →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Los Gatos?
Los Gatos - Saratoga Observation Nursery School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Los Gatos 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 Gatos?
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 Gatos?
Childcare costs in Los Gatos 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.