Find Trusted Daycares Near Me in Benicia, CA
Browse 60 trusted daycares in Benicia, CA. Compare reviews, rates, and availability to find the best fit for your child.
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Daycares in Benicia, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed daycares
NORTHGATE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP - PRESCHOOL
5 stars! The staff are awesome, we have never had a single bad thing to say about them! Amanda and the director, the whole team offer a very...
- Marion B.
Tiki Totts Family Daycare
This daycare is professional, clean, warm, affordable, with a great location. I feel safe knowing that my child is in good care.
- Tee T.
Dream Catcher's Family Daycare
Dream-Catcher’s is fairly new to the Vallejo area and is reasonably priced and very clean. The process of enrolling was simple and easy....
- Care member
Daycare Centers Near Benicia
NORTHGATE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP - PRESCHOOL
2201 LAKE HERMAN RD BENICIA, CA
5.0(4)
State license verified
- starting at
- $1400/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
We are an all day christian-based childcare program that offers infant care, preschool and after school care in Benicia, CA. Our core mission is to nurture children in an environment that fosters imagination and builds a lifelong love for learning. We believe in partnering with families to create an environment where all...
Marion B. says "5 stars! The staff are awesome, we have never had a single bad thing to say about them! Amanda and the director, the whole team offer a very loving...
Welcome to Benicia KinderCare in California! Located right off of Interstate 780, our center's main goal is to ensure the well-being, safety, and education for all of our students. We offer both small and large-group learning activities. We also have interactive, child-directed activities, along with teacher-directed activities...
KG Toddler Town
820 West L St Benicia, CA
Hello,
My family and I live in the wonderful town of Benicia, It's such a great place to raise a family. I am a stay at home step-mom with two wonderful boys!! I've always worked with children, I have a natural act for childcare. Now that I am a stay at home mom, I want to continue to prove child care for other families. I...
Jennifer T
955 West L Street 20 Benicia, CA
Hello, I am an experienced Nanny, Sitter, Household Assistant, and I love caring for pets, as well. My time as a Nanny was working in Los Altos, California, where I was a live-in caregiver and I had the greatest experience caring for a baby boy from the age of four months up until three years, watching him grow, and helping out...
Playing To Learn Childcare
2129 Via Media Benicia, CA
Child care
Preschool
Playing To Learn Childcare located in Benicia, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from all ages.
A Garden of Children Preschool LLC
470 E O St Benicia, CA
Child care
Preschool
A Garden of Children Preschool LLC in Benicia, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from three to twelve years old.
Noah's Ark Preschool
201 Raymond Dr Benicia, CA
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Noah's Ark Preschool located at 201 Raymond Drive, Benicia, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine AM to two-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and after- school programs, including...
St. Dominic Preschool
428 E J St Benicia, CA
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
St. Dominic Preschool located in Benicia, CA offers a stimulating environment where spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growths are nurtured. The school provides well-planned curricula including Spiritual Development, Language Arts, Math, Spanish, Science, Art, Motor Skill Development, and Life Skill...
Day Rainbow Connection Care
126 Gill Way Benicia, CA
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Day Rainbow Connection Care in Benicia, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids of all ages.
Hello,
My name is Tee, I am a CCL licensed childcare provider and co-founder of Tiki-Totts Family Daycare. I am blessed to run the facility, with my inspiration my beautiful grandmother whom has the biggest heart out of this world and 73 years of experience. I have over 15 years of experience with working with children and a...
Tee T. says "This daycare is professional, clean, warm, affordable, with a great location. I feel safe knowing that my child is in good care."
- starting at
- $330/mo
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 1 more
Welcome families and friends to Dreamcatchers Family daycare where our friendly staff help your child grow in their early stages of life. Here at Dreamcatchers we provide early childhood education and ongoing educational support to school aged children. A day in the life would start by a hearty breakfast followed by curriculum...
Care Member says "Dream-Catcher’s is fairly new to the Vallejo area and is reasonably priced and very clean. The process of enrolling was simple and easy. Miss Kelli is...
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Marian's Family Daycare is an in home daycare, offering a preschool program, nurturing and loving environment, nutritious meals, and lots of outdoor activities.
We provide a developmentally appropriate program that includes important concepts and skills, learning activities, arts and crafts, science, music and much...
Jenna Z. says "Overall it's a great place for kids!"
Outdoor/nature
International
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 2 more
We provide quality care for your preschoolers, ages 2-6 yrs old. There is great security system to ensure safety at all times. We also provide 2 nutritious snacks, morning and afternoon. There are affordable rate plans for both part day and full day program.
Jasmine C says "What a wonderful Preschool. The teachers are so nice, warm and welcoming."
- starting at
- $1400/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Good Day families!!! Our Daycare is very special! We more are a environmental Daycare, I like to call us. We favor the outdoors. Every child gets their own planter box ( as you see in my photos ) with their name on it. We have the kids grow their own veggies. ( I favor more veggies than fruit ) It give the kids such a...
Care Member says "This childcare business provides a unique and developmentally appropriate environment for young children. Her warm & professional style is excellent....
Developmental (play-based)
International
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
We are a small, family-style in-home childcare that has proudly served local families for over 6 years at our current location. Conveniently situated for a quick and easy drop-off on your way to work, we’re dedicated to creating a warm, engaging, and structured environment where your child can thrive.
Our lead teacher brings...
Care Member says "We’ve been with Vedrana’s daycare for about two years, and I can honestly say she has become like family to us. She takes wonderful care of my two sons...
Welcome to Grandma's House Family Childcare, we have a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) providing a place where all children can play, learn and grow in a nurturing environment. Our Mission Statement believes in educating children within safe and emotionally healthy surroundings to develop a strong, confident and positive...
Brooke S. says "Our daughter has been attending daycare with Valerie for about 6 months now, and she has learned so much during her time there. There are always new...
Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
Summer E. says "We started my son at Childtime in preschool and now he is in T-K. We have loved their program. The teachers are amazing."
- starting at
- $1200/mo
Faith based
Academic
Kindergarten
Special Touch Learning & Training Academy #1 is a state licensed daycare facility and small home-based private school. Our independently owned and operated family business provides the essential fundamentals expressed through an environment that is academically and socially stimulating for young children. We at Special Touch...
Kevin J. says "My children attended for 10 years. We had the best experience! They are a part of our family now."
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Marian's Family Daycare is an in home daycare and preschool program, offering a nurturing and loving environment for children ages 6 months through 5 years. I hold a state of California Teacher Permit and have been in business since 1981.
We are Licensed Family Childcare Professionals operating in Concord.
We provide a...
Katie S. says "I HIGHLY!!!!! recommend Marian's Family Daycare. We enrolled our daughter when she was 10 months old & searched EVERYWHERE!!!!! Words don't exspress what a...
Child care
Thanks for Choosing Sunshine House Preschool
Brentwood, Oakley, and Martinez CA!
3 things parents say they like most about Sunshine House:
1. Our teachers and their longevity
2. Our cleanliness and systematic organization
3. When their child's kindergarten teacher says, "I love it
when I get Sunshine House...
Genny M says "My family has been at Sunshine House for 2 years now and I have not had one regret leaving my child with them. They have wonderful, caring teachers. Their...
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Daycare FAQs for Benicia, CA Families
What are the benefits of daycare in Benicia, CA?
With 0 daycare providers in Benicia, CA, families have real choices when it comes to finding care that fits their child and schedule. Enrolling your child in daycare offers meaningful benefits for both kids and parents. For children, daycare provides structured social interaction with peers, helping them build communication skills, emotional resilience, and confidence from an early age. Daily routines around meals, play, and learning activities support cognitive and physical development in ways that are hard to replicate at home. For parents, a trusted daycare in Benicia provides peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe, supervised environment while you focus on work or other responsibilities. Many families also find that daycare eases the transition to kindergarten by giving children early exposure to a classroom-style setting. If you have an infant or toddler, explore infant daycare options to find programs specifically designed for younger children.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Benicia, CA?
Daycare centers in Benicia, CA offer far more than basic supervision. Most provide structured daily schedules that include age-appropriate learning activities, creative play, outdoor time, and meals or snacks that meet nutritional guidelines. Many centers employ trained early childhood educators who incorporate language development, early literacy, and social-emotional learning into everyday routines. Depending on your needs, you may also find specialized options in Benicia such as infant daycare for babies and young toddlers, family daycare run from a home setting, or overnight daycare for families who need extended care coverage. When comparing providers, look for centers that communicate regularly with parents through daily reports or apps so you always know how your child's day is going.
What should I look for in a daycare center in Benicia, CA?
With 0 daycare options in Benicia, CA, knowing what to prioritize makes narrowing down your choices much easier. Begin by confirming that any center you consider is licensed and in good standing with CA childcare regulations — this ensures minimum health, safety, and staffing standards are being met. From there, pay attention to staff-to-child ratios, staff turnover, and whether caregivers have training in early childhood education or child development. The physical environment matters too — look for clean, organized spaces with age-appropriate materials and secure entry and exit procedures. Don't overlook the daily curriculum: quality centers in Benicia balance structured learning with free play rather than leaning too heavily on one or the other. Reading parent reviews on Care.com is one of the best ways to get an honest picture of what day-to-day life looks like at a center before you visit. Once you've narrowed down your options, our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare can help you make the most of each visit.
What questions should I ask when touring a daycare in Benicia, CA?
Touring a daycare in Benicia, CA in person is one of the most important steps in the decision-making process, and going in with the right questions makes a big difference. Start with the basics: What are the staff-to-child ratios for your child's age group, and how is the center staffed during drop-off and pick-up? Ask how staff handle discipline and conflict between children, and what a typical daily schedule looks like. It's also worth asking about their communication style — do they use an app, daily sheets, or in-person check-ins to keep parents informed? On the practical side, ask about enrollment availability, waitlist timelines, tuition payment schedules, and their policy on sick days or closures. If you're considering a specific type of care, like a child care center versus a family daycare home, tailor your questions to that setting. For a full list of what to cover, check out our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare center.
How much does daycare cost in Benicia, CA?
Daycare costs in Benicia, CA vary depending on a number of factors, so it's difficult to give a single number that applies to every family. The type of care plays a big role — child care centers typically have different pricing structures than family daycare homes, which tend to be smaller and sometimes more affordable. Your child's age matters too, as infant care generally costs more due to the higher staff ratios required for younger children. The number of days per week, full-time versus part-time enrollment, and any additional services like meals, enrichment programs, or overnight care will all affect your monthly total. Location within CA is another factor — urban centers in Benicia often see higher rates than suburban or rural providers. For a deeper breakdown of what drives daycare pricing and how to budget effectively, read our guide on the cost of daycare.
What types of daycare are available in Benicia, CA?
Families in Benicia, CA can browse 0 daycare providers across a range of care types, making it easier to find the right fit for your child's age, your schedule, and your budget. Child care centers are larger, licensed facilities that typically serve multiple age groups and offer structured curricula — a good option for parents who value consistency and socialization. Family daycare homes operate out of a caregiver's residence with smaller group sizes, which can feel more nurturing and home-like for younger children. For parents of babies and young toddlers, infant daycare programs are specifically designed to meet the developmental needs of children under two. If your work schedule extends beyond standard hours, overnight daycare may be worth exploring for flexible or non-traditional coverage. Not sure if daycare is the right path at all? Our breakdown of nanny vs. daycare pros, cons, and cost can help you weigh your options.
