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Best Daycares in Carlsbad, CA — Independent Quality Ratings

Of Carlsbad's 39 daycares, 38 (97%) hold a 4 or 5 star rating from Childery, above California's statewide rate of 93%.

The local market includes 29 centers.

Listed alphabetically below are some of the highest-rated providers in Carlsbad. Childery ranks providers using publicly auditable inputs: state QRIS scores, NAEYC-aligned ratios and group sizes, and federal CCDBG training coverage. See the California methodology page for the full breakdown.

39
Daycares
38
4 or 5 Stars

Rating Distribution in Carlsbad

17(44%)
21(54%)
1(3%)
0(0%)
0(0%)

Mean rating across all displayed daycares in Carlsbad: 4.4 (Sample of 39).

Structural rating across all displayed daycares in Carlsbad: 4.4 (Sample of 39).

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Some of the Best Daycares in Carlsbad

Big Future Preschool
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Calavera Hills
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Hope Elementary
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Jefferson Elem.
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Kelly Elementary
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Magnolia Elem.
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Poinsettia
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation-Aviara Oaks Elem.
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation-Buena Vista Elem.
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Carlsbad Educational Foundation-Pacific Rim Elem.
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Everbrook Academy Dba Prestige Preschool Academy
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Highland Academy
Carlsbad, CA
★★★★★ 5 Stars

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Carlsbad?
There are 39 licensed child care providers in Carlsbad.
What percentage of Carlsbad daycares have high quality ratings?
97% of Carlsbad daycares hold 4 or 5 stars on Childery's composite rating, compared to 93% statewide in California.
What types of childcare are available in Carlsbad?
29 center-based providers operate in Carlsbad.
Is there financial help for childcare in California?
California offers childcare subsidies and assistance programs for income-eligible families. See income limits, waitlist status, and how to apply.Childcare subsidies in California

All 39 Daycares in Carlsbad