Best Daycares in Northridge, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 7 daycares and childcare centers in Northridge based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Northridge

  1. #1 — Sunrise Child Care Score: 22/100

    My Sunrise Daycare

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Strong Roots Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Weekday Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Weekday Preschool - Northridge United Methodist Church Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Little Treehouse Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Penny & Peggy Nairn 24 Hour Childcare Centers Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Penny & Peggy Nairn 24 Hr Child Care, Inc. Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. 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 Northridge?
Sunrise Child Care is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Northridge 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 Northridge?
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 Northridge?
Childcare costs in Northridge 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.