Best Daycares in Morro Bay, California (2026)

Maintained by the California Daycares editorial team Last updated November 5, 2026

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in San Luis Obispo County

2022 median

$1,564

/ month

infant

$1,003

/ month

toddler

$1,180

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $695/month).

Morro Bay offers a growing number of licensed daycare providers with 3 licensed facilities, including 1 Child Care Centers and 1 Single Licensed Child Care Centers. We ranked the top 3 based on their official compliance record and parent reviews to help you find the best fit for your family.

The daycare landscape in Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County is strong — 100% of the top-ranked facilities have a clean inspection record with no citations. Our top pick, Central Coast Montessori, holds an Excellent facility score.

When it comes to cost, licensed child care centers in Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County charge a median of $1,488 per month for infant care and $1,078 for preschool. These are county-level estimates — individual facilities may vary. Family child care homes are typically more affordable, with infant care averaging around $1,008 per month.

Each facility listed below links to a detailed profile page where you can review inspection history, complaint records, capacity, and contact information. We update our rankings regularly as new licensing data becomes available.

Top 3 Daycares in Morro Bay

Central Coast Montessori

Excellent

Child Care Center · Morro Bay

Capacity: 24

Morro Bay United Methodist Children's Center

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Morro Bay

Capacity: 80

Del Mar Elementary School - Kid's Club

Excellent

School Age Child Care Center · Morro Bay

Capacity: 50

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Morro Bay?

There are 3 licensed daycare facilities in Morro Bay, California, including family child care homes and child care centers.

What types of daycare are available in Morro Bay?

Morro Bay has 1 Child Care Center, 1 Single Licensed Child Care Center, 1 School Age Child Care Center. Use the search filters to narrow by type.

How are daycares in Morro Bay rated?

Each facility is rated based on state inspection data, including Type A and Type B citations. 100% of facilities in Morro Bay have no citations on record.

How much does daycare cost in Morro Bay?

Based on typical county pricing data, licensed child care centers in Morro Bay charge approximately $1,488/month for infants, $989/month for toddlers, and $1,078/month for preschool-age children. Licensed family child care homes are typically 20–30% less, with infant care around $1,008/month. Exact pricing varies by facility.