Ages 2–5

Best Preschools in Tracy

Top 20 licensed programs serving children ages 2–5, ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

30 preschool-capable facilities

0 top rated

100% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in San Joaquin County

2022 median

$1,674

/ month

infant

$1,023

/ month

toddler

$802

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $653/month).

Tracy has 30 licensed childcare providers serving preschool-age children (2–5), combining Child Care Centers and qualifying Family Child Care Homes. California caps preschool ratios at 1:12 (one caregiver per twelve kids). This guide ranks the top 20 by inspection record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

100% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with zero citations on file. Each facility's page shows the full inspection and complaint history so you can dig deeper before scheduling a tour.

Programs vary widely in philosophy — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, play-based, and academic models are all represented. Click any listing to see the teaching style (when the owner has published it), tuition ranges, and the latest CCLD inspection summary.

Top 20 Preschools in Tracy

Bella Vista Christian Academy

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 96 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Capc - Mckinley (preschool)

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Capc - Mountain View

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Capc - North (preschool)

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Catalyst Kids - Chrisman

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 44 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Catalyst Kids - Jacobson

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 48 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Catalyst Kids - Villalovoz

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 43 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Global Village Montessori

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 91 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Great Beginnings Pre-school

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 50 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Hawkins-thompson Child Development Center

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 63 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Kce Champions Llc @ Tlc (grant Line)

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 40 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Kids Place 2 Explore & Learn Llc

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 40 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Little Investigators Preschool, Inc.

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 38 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Montessori on the Prairie

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 45 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

My Curious Monkey's Childcare

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 35 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

St. Bernard's Catholic Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 60 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Tender Loving Care

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 48 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Tender Loving Care

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 24 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Tracy Unified School Dist - Villalovoz Preschool

Excellent

Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 26 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

Tracy Unified School District - Hirsch Preschool

Excellent

Single Licensed Child Care Center · Tracy

Capacity: 60 Est. preschool tuition: $700 – $950/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed preschools are in Tracy?

Tracy has 30 licensed childcare programs that serve preschool-age children (ages 2–5). This includes dedicated preschool centers and family child care homes whose licenses cover this age group.

What's the difference between a preschool and a daycare center?

In California licensing terminology the two overlap significantly — most "preschools" are licensed as Child Care Centers that happen to serve children ages 2–5 with a structured curriculum. Dedicated preschool programs tend to emphasize school readiness, early literacy, and social-emotional development.

How much does preschool cost in Tracy?

Typical monthly tuition for a preschool program in San Joaquin County is about $830 at a center and $969 at a family child care home (based on 2022 benchmark data). Part-day and half-day programs cost less.

What should I look for when choosing a preschool?

Look for a published curriculum or teaching philosophy, low teacher turnover, outdoor play space, a clean inspection history on the facility's page, and caregivers who engage warmly with children during your tour. Ask about ratio (state maximum is 1:12 for preschoolers), transition plans to kindergarten, and how behavior and conflict are handled.