
Browse 12,388 daycare centers across California. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in California can make the decision-making process smoother.
California has about 12,388 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in California. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.
There are 12,388 daycares in California: 868 headstart facilities, 1,069 before/after school centers, 300 religious facility daycares, and 10,151 childcare and preschool centers.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 10,151 |
| Headstart Programs | 868 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 300 |
| Before or After School | 1,069 |
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Parents consistently praise Adams Child Development Program for its small class sizes, individualized attention, and dedicated staff. The center is particularly noted for its strong support of children with special needs, including on-site occupational therapy and speech therapy services. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with staff going above and beyond to support both children and families.
AL TAHOE SCHOOL HEAD START receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the facility, staff, and teachers. However, one parent reported significant communication issues. The center appears to be well-regarded by most families in the South Lake Tahoe community.
The Gift of Kids receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the owner Jenn, staff warmth, and quality care. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including undocumented injuries to their child and inadequate incident documentation.
American Kids University receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for their dance, swim, cheer, and gymnastics programs. Parents highlight caring instructors, skill development, strong community atmosphere, and a family-like environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and form lasting friendships with peers and staff.
Parents consistently praise Cadence Education Inc - Skyland for its caring, attentive staff who create a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication, individual attention to each child, and staff who go above and beyond. One parent noted a single staff member (since departed) who did not meet the center's standards.
Parents praise Abiding Savior for its small class sizes, experienced and supportive staff, and strong academics. The school is noted for effectively serving neurodivergent learners and preparing students well for public school and honors classes. Parents appreciate the religious curriculum integrated without being intrusive.
Parents consistently praise Kids Discovery World for its caring, attentive staff and strong educational programs that help children develop academically and socially. Multiple families have used the facility for years and across multiple children, with particular appreciation for the director Ms. Mal/Susie and individual caregivers. Children show significant academic progress, improved social skills, and genuine enthusiasm about attending.
Oak Tree Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated staff, family-oriented atmosphere, and quality educational programming. One parent reported issues with lost belongings and unprofessional office staff.
Green Hills Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the bilingual education quality, teacher recognition of student potential, and overall nurturing environment. However, some parents report communication challenges and an unfriendly initial phone interaction.
The Learning Tree is highly praised by parents for its caring teachers, supportive environment, and strong leadership under new management. The facility is noted for its spacious outdoor play area with natural features and emphasis on outdoor time. Parents report their children are happy and thriving, with good teacher retention and strong communication from administration.
Parents consistently praise Little Sprouts Academy (also known as Learning Jungle) for its clean, well-maintained facilities, caring and attentive staff, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center receives high marks for child development, welcoming atmosphere, and responsive leadership, with multiple parents noting significant positive changes in their children's behavior and learning.
Oak Tree Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising personalized curriculum, caring staff, and reasonable pricing for infant and preschool care. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about owner conduct, including alleged verbal abuse, discrimination against families receiving county subsidies, and dismissive attitudes toward parents.
Oceanside Shining Stars Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, strong leadership, educational programs, and safe environment. Multiple parents note their children are eager to return and express high satisfaction with the facility.
NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for Oxnard College (a community college), not the Oxnard College Child Development Center daycare. The reviews praise the college's caring staff, supportive environment, and quality education, though they note resource limitations and campus access issues.
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