Best Daycares in Poway, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 20 daycares and childcare centers in Poway based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Poway

  1. #1 — Kiddies Korner Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Chinmaya Blossoms Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Montessori Center SD Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Poway Tiny Tots Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Children's Preschool and Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Elm Park Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Skills Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — My Room to Grow Preschool and Kindergarten Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Poway Country Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Pomerado Christian Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Church cathedral, Religious school. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Ganon Gil Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Hilltop Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Mount Olive Lutheran Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Preschool Power Hour Score: 11/100

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

  15. #15 — Resurrection Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  16. #16 — Head Start Center Score: 11/100

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

  17. #17 — Pomerado Christian Pre-School Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Ganon Gil Early Childhood Education Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Discovery Isle Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  20. #20 — Big Future Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. 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 Poway?
Kiddies Korner is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Poway 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 Poway?
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 Poway?
Childcare costs in Poway 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.