Best Daycares in Stockton, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 25 daycares and childcare centers in Stockton based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Stockton

  1. #1 — St. Basil Preschool Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — Kiddie Kingdom Preschool Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Chiminikes Learning Center Score: 77%

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

  4. #4 — Joan Richards Learning Village Score: 77%

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

  5. #5 — Ace Tots Preschool Score: 77%

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

  6. #6 — Chiminike's Preschool Learning Center Score: 77%

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

  7. #7 — Little Learners Preschool and Kindergarten Score: 77%

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

  8. #8 — Little Learners Preschool & Kindergarten Score: 74%

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

  9. #9 — Creative Head Start Score: 71%

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

  10. #10 — Newday Preschool Score: 69%

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

  11. #11 — Chiquis Preschool and Daycare Score: 63%

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

  12. #12 — Reader Robin Score: 63%

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

  13. #13 — Central Methodist Nursery School Score: 63%

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

  14. #14 — Scribbles and Giggles Preschool Score: 63%

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

  15. #15 — Rainbow School Score: 63%

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

  16. #16 — St Gertrudes School Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Parvin's Hopeland Preschool Score: 63%

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

  18. #18 — Koala Tree Montessori Daycare and Preschool Score: 60%

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

  19. #19 — Noah's Ark Preschool Score: 60%

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

  20. #20 — St. Andrews Newday Preschool Score: 57%

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

  21. #21 — Stockton KinderCare Score: 57%

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

  22. #22 — GymStars Elite Learning Academy Score: 51%

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

  23. #23 — Writestart Learning Center Score: 51%

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

  24. #24 — Early Childhood Education and School Readiness Program Score: 49%

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

  25. #25 — Creative Child Care Score: 49%

    Programs: Preschool. 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 Stockton?
St. Basil Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Stockton 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 Stockton?
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 Stockton?
Childcare costs in Stockton 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.