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Best Infant Daycares in Atascadero

Top 15 licensed programs serving babies and toddlers (ages 0–2), ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

15 infant-capable facilities
0 top rated
93% clean record

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).

Atascadero has 15 licensed childcare providers that serve infants and toddlers, combining dedicated Infant Centers with Family Child Care Homes whose CCLD licenses cover infant age groups. California enforces strict staffing ratios for infant care — typically one caregiver per four infants — and this listing ranks the top 15 options by compliance record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

93% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with no Type A (serious) or Type B (minor) citations on file. Each facility page includes the full inspection history, complaint records, and capacity details so you can make an informed decision before touring.

Whether you need care for a 6-month-old or a 20-month-old, the programs below cover the full 0–2 age band. Click any listing to see hours, tuition (when the owner has published it), and the most recent CCLD inspection summary.

Top 15 Infant Daycares in Atascadero

1

Anderson Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
2

Coles Fcc Aka Adventure Day Camp

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
3

Henderson Family Child Care Aka Abacus Childcare

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
4

Hernandez-medina Fcc Aka Little Blessings Daycare

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
5

Hildebrand Fcc Aka the Barnyard Preschool

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
6

Jordan Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
7

Lakeman Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
8

Madrigal Fcc Aka Tiny Town Preschool

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
9

Mckenzie Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
10

Ramirez Fcc Aka Downtown Oaks Playschool

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
11

Sizemore Fcc Aka Learning Ladder Childcare

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
12

Stratton Fcc Aka Little Wonders

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
13

Taylor Fcc Aka Creative Learning Childcare

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
14

Cipres Fcc Aka Little Bugs Childcare

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
15

Zemaitis Family Child Care

Fair

Family Child Care Home · Atascadero

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $850 – $1,150/mo
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed infant daycares are in Atascadero?
Atascadero has 15 licensed childcare providers that serve infants and toddlers (ages 0–2). This includes dedicated Infant Centers and Family Child Care Homes whose licenses cover infant care.
What's the difference between an Infant Center and a Family Child Care Home for infant care?
Infant Centers are commercial facilities dedicated to babies and toddlers with lower child-to-staff ratios (typically 1:4 for infants) and infant-trained caregivers. Family Child Care Homes run from the caregiver's private residence with smaller mixed-age groups — often more flexible hours and a home-like feel.
How much does infant care cost in Atascadero?
Typical monthly tuition for infant care in San Luis Obispo County is about $1,488 at a center and $1,008 at a family child care home (based on 2022 benchmark data). Actual rates vary by facility, schedule, and whether meals are included.
What should I look for when visiting an infant daycare?
Check the caregiver-to-infant ratio (state requires 1:4 or better for infants), look at the nap and feeding setup, ask about diaper changes and feeding schedules, review the facility's inspection history on its detail page, and trust your gut on how caregivers interact with the babies present during your tour.

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