Ages 0–2

Best Infant Daycares in South San Francisco

Top 20 licensed programs serving babies and toddlers (ages 0–2), ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

38 infant-capable facilities

0 top rated

100% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in San Mateo County

2022 median

$2,401

/ month

infant

$1,720

/ month

toddler

$1,893

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $964/month).

South San Francisco has 38 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 20 options by compliance record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

100% 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 20 Infant Daycares in South San Francisco

2nd Generation Cabot (inf)

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · South San Francisco

Capacity: 108 Est. infant tuition: $1,800 – $2,450/mo

America P. Avila

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Annabelle Aquino

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Camille M. Pozzi

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Christie T. Cruz

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Christina M. Houlihan

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Dana Elizabeth Kerrigan

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Estela M. Chavez De Cerda

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Franciele Lopes De Sousa

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Gateway Child Care Center - Infant

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · South San Francisco

Capacity: 36 Est. infant tuition: $1,800 – $2,450/mo

Genentech 2nd Generation @ Allerton

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · South San Francisco

Capacity: 199 Est. infant tuition: $1,800 – $2,450/mo

Gloria L. Navarrete

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 12 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Gretel B. Avendano

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Heydi Turcios

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Hong Xing Li

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Ihsd, Inc-baden Infant Center

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · South San Francisco

Capacity: 9 Est. infant tuition: $1,800 – $2,450/mo

Intelligent Learning

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · South San Francisco

Capacity: 8 Est. infant tuition: $1,800 – $2,450/mo

Irene Aleman & Misael Quinteros

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Isabel Jeffel

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

Jesus E. Toca Madrid

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · South San Francisco

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $1,300 – $1,750/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed infant daycares are in South San Francisco?

South San Francisco has 38 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 South San Francisco?

Typical monthly tuition for infant care in San Mateo County is about $2,142 at a center and $1,520 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.