Best Daycares in West Sacramento, CA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 12 daycares and childcare centers in West Sacramento based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in West Sacramento

  1. #1 — Alyce Norman Educational Center Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Learning Ladder Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — James Marshall Parent Nursery School Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — James Marshall Nursery School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Discovery Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Bright Beginnings Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Bright Beginnings Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Learning Jungle Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Stepping Stones Pre-K Academy Score: 12/100

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

  10. #10 — Academy 4 Kids Score: 11/100

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

  11. #11 — Storybook Cottage Score: 11/100

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

  12. #12 — Portside Montessori Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, 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 West Sacramento?
Alyce Norman Educational Center is currently the #1 ranked daycare in West Sacramento 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 West Sacramento?
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 West Sacramento?
Childcare costs in West Sacramento 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.