Fairfield, CA · Solano County · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Fairfield, California

Founded in 1856 by clipper ship captain Robert H. Waterman and named after his hometown of Fairfield, Connecticut, this Solano County seat became an important railroad hub in the 19th century, particularly after the Central Pacific completed its track connection in 1879. Today, Fairfield is home to the iconic Jelly Belly Candy Company and serves as a gateway to the Bay Area with continued rail connectivity through the Capitol Corridor Amtrak line. Every CCLD-licensed center in Fairfield ranked across 11 dimensions. We scored each California-licensed childcare center across 11 real dimensions — safety, curriculum, arts & music, infant care, kindergarten readiness and more. Scores drawn from major public review platforms and parent communities — not center marketing.

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1
L'Academy Language Immersion Preschool
5160 Wiseman Way, Fairfield, CA 94534
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedSpanish / Mandarin Immersion
6.9/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
6
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
8
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • 14 Yelp reviews — parents report children come home singing in Spanish and naming colors in multiple languages
  • Spanish immersion plus Mandarin enrichment blended with English readiness
  • Serves ages 5 months to 6 years — full infant through pre-K coverage
  • Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired play-based curriculum
  • Hours Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
  • Phone (707) 639-3773

Considerations

  • Hours close at 5:30 PM — narrower window than some competitors
  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Language immersion focus may create adjustment period for non-Spanish speaking families
  • No weekend care available
2
Little Flowers Montessori (Fairfield)
2500 N Texas Street, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedAMI/AMS Montessori
6.6/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
0
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Part of a 10-location Bay Area Montessori network — AMI/AMS-certified teachers bring authentic Montessori practical life, sensorial, math, language, and cultural materials
  • CCLD licensed (License #483010XXX); capacity 164 children; brand-new campus with seven well-equipped classrooms and large play yards
  • Serves ages 2–6 with tailored Preschool-2, Preschool-3, and Pre-K/Kindergarten programs — full five-day option with hot lunch included
  • Extended hours 7:00 am–6:00 pm with optional 7 am early care — accommodates full working hours
  • Multi-site operator provides programmatic consistency and staff professional development across campuses

Considerations

  • Employee reviews on Indeed and Glassdoor mention scheduling disruptions when teachers are absent — children sometimes merged into larger groups
  • Ages 2–6 only; no infant program
  • Montessori tuition typically higher than conventional childcare; full fee schedule not published online
3
Fairfield KinderCare
1611 Woodcreek Drive, Fairfield, CA 94534
★ 4.4 (32 Google)    ·  Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedNAEYC Accredited
6.5/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 4.4-star Google rating from 32 reviews — parents say 'I trust KinderCare Woodcreek with my son' and 'both of my kids are here and they are loving it and happy'
  • 38 Yelp reviews (updated March 2026) with consistent praise for 'great staff, great education, and a great safe environment'
  • NAEYC accredited — demonstrates commitment to meeting national early childhood education quality standards beyond CCLD minimum requirements
  • CCLD licensed (License #483001835); capacity 50 children; licensed since 1997; Director Wendy Certeza has been at the center since 2007
  • Full age range from 6 weeks to 12 years — infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, and before/after school all available
  • Open Mon–Fri 6:00 am–6:30 pm; serves 94534 ZIP (Wood Creek area) — convenient for Travis AFB and I-80 corridor families

Considerations

  • Type B violations cited on July 13, 2023 inspection (codes 101229(a), 101226.2(a), 101216.3(a), 101230(c)) — parents should review full CCLD report
  • Multiple complaint investigations on file from December 2023 through February 2026 — complaint history warrants parent follow-up
  • A second CCLD license (#483001833) exists under the same address — parents should confirm which license covers the specific program they enroll in
  • Corporate chain model; director turnover at national chains can affect program consistency
  • Higher price point than district-run or subsidized alternatives in Fairfield
4
Little Scholars Childcare
1955 W. Texas Street, Suite 160, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedChristian Academy
6.4/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
0
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Parent reviews on Google and directories call Ms. Angela 'educated and experienced' offering 'QUALITY childcare here in Solano County' — praised for attention to detail in activities, lesson plans, and meals
  • Parents note Ms. Angela is 'so kind and loving' with 'close attention to each child' — high compassion scores validated by multiple sources
  • CCLD licensed child care center serving ages 18 months to 6 years; diapers, pull-ups, and wipes included — practical support for toddler families
  • HiMama App provides parents with photos and updates of their child throughout the day — above-average transparency for a small center
  • Open Mon–Fri 6:00 am–6:00 pm — full working-day coverage

Considerations

  • Limited number of public reviews overall — while positive, small sample size limits confidence in overall consistency
  • Ages 18 months–6 years only; no infant program
  • Suite-based location (commercial building on W. Texas) — limited outdoor play area details available online
  • Specific CCLD license number and capacity not confirmed in publicly available search results; families should verify directly with CCLD before enrolling
5
Solano Community College Early Learning Center
4000 Suisun Valley Rd, Fairfield, CA 94534
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedCollege-Affiliated
6.2/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • College campus affiliation — access to ECE student teachers and educational research
  • Serves 8 months through kindergarten entry — broad infant through pre-K range
  • Both full and part-day programs available
  • Child care subsidies available for income-eligible families
  • CCLD license numbers 483000791 and 480111003 confirmed
  • Phone (707) 864-7182

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • Priority enrollment may go to Solano Community College students and staff
  • Located on college campus — may not be conveniently located for all Fairfield residents
6
All Day Fun & Play Preschool and Child Care Center
2220 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedAges 4 Weeks–12 Yrs
5.9/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
6
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • 12 Yelp reviews (updated February 2026) — parents call it 'the best day care around' and praise staff as 'amazing' with boys enrolled over a year thriving
  • CCLD licensed (License #483005892); licensed since 2004; 20+ years of continuous operation serving Fairfield families
  • Broad age range from 4 weeks to 12 years — infant through school-age under one roof; subsidized preschool available for qualifying families
  • Clean citation record: no citations on October 2023 inspection; December 2024 inspection on file
  • Open Mon–Fri 7:00 am–5:30 pm; accepts subsidized care programs — accessible to lower-income families near Travis AFB corridor

Considerations

  • School-age license capacity listed as 6 — very limited after-school availability; preschool capacity confirmation needed directly with center
  • Closes at 5:30 pm — earlier than some competitors; may not work for shift-work families
  • Limited website information on curriculum details and program philosophy
  • No published tuition rates online
7
Tutor Time of Fairfield
3354 Cherry Hills Ct, Fairfield, CA 94534
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD Licensed
5.8/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
6
K-ready
6
Teachers
7
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • 21 Yelp reviews — active parent feedback presence
  • Staff with 80+ combined years of early childhood education experience
  • Teachers receive minimum 24 hours of continuing education annually
  • Full age range: infant care through kindergarten and private kindergarten programs
  • Hours Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–6 PM
  • Phone (855) 210-7495

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • National Tutor Time chain — local quality depends on director
  • No confirmed specific Yelp star rating in public-facing search data — visit Yelp to verify
  • No weekend care available
8
Tater Tots Christian Preschool
2605 Clay Bank Rd, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedChristian Curriculum
5.7/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
7
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • 4.0 Yelp stars with 25 reviews — one of the most reviewed preschools in Fairfield
  • Children's ministry sponsored by City Grace Church — community faith-based institution
  • Kindergarten readiness focus in a Christian environment
  • Hours Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–6 PM — extended hours for working parents
  • Phone (707) 422-3414
  • 41 Yelp photos — active parent community

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Christian-only curriculum — not suitable for all families
  • No infant program noted
  • Limited detailed curriculum information on public-facing website
9
Catalyst Kids – H. Glenn Richardson
1069 Meadowlark Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedSubsidized Programs
5.7/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
0
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • CCLD licensed (License #483006341); capacity 48 children; operated by Catalyst Kids nonprofit — mission-driven organization focused on affordable, quality early education
  • Free and subsidized child care programs for income-qualifying families — removes cost barriers for Fairfield working families
  • Offers toddler, part-day preschool, and full-day preschool programs — flexible scheduling options for different family needs
  • Open Mon–Fri 7:00 am–5:00 pm; Director Joy Forte leads the program
  • Nonprofit model prioritizes child welfare over profit, with ongoing training and quality improvement across all Catalyst Kids locations

Considerations

  • Closes at 5:00 pm — the earliest closing time among featured centers; may not accommodate standard 9-to-5 working hours with commute
  • Subsidy eligibility requirements mean the program may not be accessible to middle-income families at full private-pay rates
  • Limited online program details and curriculum transparency on the website
10
Circle of Friends Child Development Center
3330 Dover Ave, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedPurpose-Built Facility
5.6/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • 24 Yelp reviews — positive Nextdoor and community word-of-mouth across Fairfield
  • Spacious, light-filled classrooms in a purpose-built early learning facility with keypad entry security
  • Daily professional cleaning — high-standard facility hygiene
  • Serves ages 18 months to 5 years — activity-based intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development
  • Phone (707) 425-2717 — Hours Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
  • Second location at 3045 Rockville Rd — multi-site operator with management depth

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • No confirmed specific Yelp star rating in public-facing search data — visit Yelp to verify
  • Hours close at 5:30 PM — may not suit all working parents
  • No infant program below 18 months
11
Fairfield-Suisun Child Development Center
830 First St, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedDistrict OperatedSubsidized
5.4/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Operated by Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District — public institutional accountability
  • Licensed for 60 children — CCLD license 483006244 confirmed
  • Phone (707) 438-3684 — Mon–Fri operation
  • Subsidized child care available for qualifying Fairfield families
  • District-operated center provides smooth pathway to Fairfield-Suisun elementary schools

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Priority enrollment for income-qualifying and district-connected families
  • District-operated scale may mean less individualized attention than private centers
12
Head Start – Sunset Creek (Child Start Inc.)
840 E Travis Blvd #101, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedHead StartSubsidized
5.4/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Federal Head Start program — nationally recognized comprehensive early learning model
  • Operated by Child Start Inc. — established nonprofit Head Start operator in Solano County
  • CCLD license 483001099 confirmed — licensed for 20 children
  • Phone (707) 427-7335 — wraparound family support services included
  • Fully subsidized care for income-eligible families including health and nutrition components

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Small licensed capacity (20 children) — waitlist highly likely
  • Enrollment requires income eligibility — not open to general public without qualification
13
Mary Bird Early Childhood Education Center
420 E Tabor Ave, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedDistrict OperatedState Preschool
5.4/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Operated by Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District — public school accountability
  • Serves 346 students in Pre-K — one of the largest publicly operated early childhood programs in Fairfield
  • Phone (707) 438-3684 — established district early education campus
  • 95% of students qualify for Free and Reduced-Price Lunch — strong equity focus
  • Teachers supported by DonorsChoose funding — engaged, resource-seeking instructors
  • Diverse student body — 45% Latinx, 15% Asian, 12% Black, 12% White enrollment

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Priority enrollment for income-qualifying families
  • Large program scale may mean less individualized attention than private centers
14
Fairfield Christian School (Preschool Program)
2075 Dover Ave, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedChristian Curriculum
5.4/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
6
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Operating since 1977 — nearly 50 years serving Fairfield families
  • Preschool through Grade 8 — long-term continuity for enrolled families
  • Member of ACTS and National Independent Private Schools Association
  • Biblically-based whole-child development philosophy
  • Phone available via school website

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Hours Mon–Thu 8 AM–3:30 PM, Fri 8 AM–12:30 PM — not compatible with full-time working parents
  • Christian-only curriculum — not suitable for all families
15
Catalyst Kids – H. Glen Richardson
1069 Meadowlark Dr, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedBefore & After SchoolSubsidized
5.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • CCLD-licensed Day Care Center operated by Catalyst Kids — established regional nonprofit
  • Phone (707) 426-4749 — subsidized programs available for qualifying families
  • Hours Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–5:00 PM at Glen Richardson Elementary
  • School-site program at H. Glen Richardson Elementary — familiar campus for enrolled school-age children
  • Nonprofit Catalyst Kids provides accountability and consistent program standards across locations

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Hours close at 5:00 PM — narrower than many competing centers
  • School-site format primarily designed for school-age before/after care — limited preschool programming
16
Growing Hearts Childcare Center
1955 W Texas St, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD Licensed
5.3/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
7
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • 16 Yelp reviews — parents describe it as 'an extended family, very loving and assertive with the children'
  • Mission-driven independent center helping children ages 2+ realize their potential
  • Phone (707) 399-8112 — Hours Mon–Fri 6 AM–6 PM
  • Also operates an Early Learning Center location at 1830 W Texas Ave — second campus

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • No confirmed specific Yelp star rating in public-facing data — visit Yelp to verify
  • No infant program below age 2 noted
  • Yellow Pages shows 2.5-star aggregate — verify current status directly
17
Growing Hearts Early Learning Center
1830 W Texas Ave, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedSecond Campus
5.2/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
5
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Early Learning Center second campus of Growing Hearts — larger licensed capacity than main location
  • Licensed for 114 children — CCLD license 483009817 confirmed — one of the largest Fairfield daycare campuses
  • Phone (707) 399-8113 — Mon–Fri operation
  • Sibling operation with Growing Hearts Childcare Center on W Texas St — operator has multi-site experience

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • No infant program below preschool age confirmed at this campus
  • Very limited independent online presence for this specific location
18
BayNorth Learning Center – Preschool
2100 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD LicensedChurch-Based Program
5.1/ 10
Safety
4
Curriculum
6
Art/Music
5
Infant care
0
K-ready
5
Teachers
5
Compassion
6
Mgmt
5
Culture
5
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • CCLD licensed (License #483010480); capacity 53 children; operated by BayNorth Church of Christ — faith community oversight adds accountability layer
  • Church-affiliated program (BayNorth Church of Christ) provides stable facility support and dedicated ministry to families
  • Subsidized care programs accepted — serving income-qualifying Fairfield families near Pennsylvania Avenue corridor
  • Established since October 1997 — over 25 years in the Fairfield community
  • Located on Pennsylvania Ave, within walking distance of residential neighborhoods in central Fairfield

Considerations

  • DaycareCheck composite safety grade of C (73.8/100) with 21 total violations including 6 critical — parents should carefully review CCLD inspection reports before enrolling
  • 2 substantiated complaint allegations on record; 3 total investigations — significant regulatory concern history
19
All Day Fun & Play Child Development Center
1038 Washington St, Fairfield, CA 94533
Licensed Child Care Center
CCLD Licensed
4.7/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
5
Art/Music
5
Infant care
3
K-ready
5
Teachers
5
Compassion
5
Mgmt
4
Culture
5
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
5

Strengths

  • Licensed Day Care Center (CCLD confirmed)
  • Serves Fairfield families from Vacaville to Vallejo area
  • Kids day camp programs available alongside standard preschool

Considerations

  • No confirmed Google Maps rating
  • No public reviews on childcarecenter.us
  • Very limited online presence outside of directory listings
  • No confirmed specific program details or curriculum framework in public sources
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