Best Daycares in Pasadena, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 46 daycares and childcare centers in Pasadena based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Pasadena

  1. #1 — Enchanted Castle Montessori School Score: 22/100

    Preschool & Daycare | Enchanted Castle Montessori School

    Programs: Montessori. View full profile →

  2. #2 — The Academy at Pasadena: A Bright Horizons Preschool Score: 20/100

    Pasadena daycare

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Cottage Co-Op Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Children's Center at Caltech Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Aria Montessori School Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Pacific Oaks Children's School Score: 15/100

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

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

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

  8. #8 — Enchanted Castle Pasadena Montessori School Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — The Academy at Pasadena Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Enchanted Castle Montessori School Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Willard Children's Center Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Goodman Daycare Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Scott United Methodist Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — KidsZone Preschool Academy Score: 15/100

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

  15. #15 — Whiz Kids Academy Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — Washington Children's Center Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — Lake Avenue Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Mentor Preschool On Lake Score: 15/100

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

  19. #19 — Tavlian Armenian Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  20. #20 — PUSD Early Child Education Score: 15/100

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

  21. #21 — Our School Score: 15/100

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

  22. #22 — Evergreen Montessori Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  23. #23 — Tiny World Pre School Score: 15/100

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

  24. #24 — Altadena Nursery School Inc Score: 15/100

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

  25. #25 — Kiddie Academy of Pasadena Score: 15/100

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

  26. #26 — Pasadena Preschool Academy Score: 15/100

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

  27. #27 — B'nai Simcha Jewish Community Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  28. #28 — Hastings Ranch Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  29. #29 — Sunrise Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  30. #30 — Monica Duran Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, 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 Pasadena?
Enchanted Castle Montessori School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Pasadena 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 Pasadena?
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 Pasadena?
Childcare costs in Pasadena 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.