Best Daycares in South Gate, CA — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in South Gate

  1. #1 — kids forum preschool Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Kid Town USA Preschool & Kindergarten Score: 60%

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

  3. #3 — Kid's Forum Preschool Score: 60%

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

  4. #4 — Royal- kids' Children School Score: 51%

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

  5. #5 — Creative Minds Day Care Preschool and Kindergarten Score: 40%

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

  6. #6 — Christa McAuliffe Early Education Center Score: 29%

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

  7. #7 — Around The Clock 24 Hour Children's Center & Preschool Score: 29%

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

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage 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%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in South Gate?
kids forum preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in South Gate 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 South Gate?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in South Gate?
Childcare costs in South Gate 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.