Best Daycares in Solana Beach

Top 6 licensed childcare facilities ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

6 licensed facilities
0 top rated
83% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in San Diego County

2022 median
$1,642
/ month
infant
$1,166
/ month
toddler
$1,051
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $739/month).

Solana Beach offers a growing number of licensed daycare providers with 6 licensed facilities, including 5 Child Care Centers and 1 Single Licensed Child Care Centers. We ranked the top 6 based on their official compliance record and parent reviews to help you find the best fit for your family.

Compliance in Solana Beach, San Diego County is solid, with 83% of our top-ranked providers maintaining a clean inspection record. Our top pick, Saint James Academy, holds an Excellent facility score.

When it comes to cost, licensed child care centers in Solana Beach, San Diego County charge a median of $1,550 per month for infant care and $1,070 for preschool. These are county-level estimates — individual facilities may vary. Family child care homes are typically more affordable, with infant care averaging around $1,017 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 6 Daycares in Solana Beach

Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Solana Beach?
There are 6 licensed daycare facilities in Solana Beach, California, including family child care homes and child care centers.
What types of daycare are available in Solana Beach?
Solana Beach has 5 Child Care Center, 1 Single Licensed Child Care Center. Use the search filters to narrow by type.
How are daycares in Solana Beach rated?
Each facility is rated based on state inspection data, including Type A and Type B citations. 83% of facilities in Solana Beach have no citations on record.
How much does daycare cost in Solana Beach?
Based on typical county pricing data, licensed child care centers in Solana Beach charge approximately $1,550/month for infants, $1,127/month for toddlers, and $1,070/month for preschool-age children. Licensed family child care homes are typically 20–30% less, with infant care around $1,017/month. Exact pricing varies by facility.

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