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12,388 Daycare Centers in California

Browse 12,388 daycare centers across California. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in California

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.

Daycare Breakdown in California

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.

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Adams Child Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Small class sizesindividualized attentiondedicated and warm staff
Address
2225 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 735-1424
Aldama
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
6310 Aldama Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 543-8100
Oak Tree Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1710 Redondo Avenue, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 597-8611
Al Tahoe School Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.5

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.

Amazing staff and teachersexcellent director (Jude Wood)new facility
Address
1100 Lyons Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA
Phone
(530) 541-0284
The Gift Of Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and attentive stafflow employee turnoverpositive atmosphere
Address
5130 Golden Foothills, El Dorado Hills, CA
Phone
(916) 941-8751
Colusa Child Development Ctr - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
705 6th Street, Colusa, CA
Phone
(530) 458-2823
Colusa Preschool Learning Center A & B
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
723 6th Street, Colusa, CA
Phone
(530) 458-3600
American Kids University
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Passionate and patient instructorsskill development across multiple programsfamily-oriented community
Address
3622 Allen Road, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 589-2100
Beanstalk -Regency Park Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
5901 Bridgecross Drive, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 419-6049
Cadence Education INC - Skyland
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and patient staffstrong teacher-child relations
Address
4110 Skyland Court, Antelope, CA
Phone
(916) 725-0302
Abiding Savior Lutheran Church & School
Church Daycare
4.5

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.

Small class sizesexperienced and dedicated teachersstrong academic preparation
Address
23262 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, CA
Phone
(949) 837-4292
Multi-Cultural Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1650 West Third Street, Santa Rosa, CA
Phone
(707) 544-0104
Heights Christian Schools - Chino Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
2092 Chino Hills Parkway, Chino Hills, CA
Phone
(909) 627-6678
Kids Discovery World
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic instruction and progress beyond grade level1:1 attention
Address
15858 Bear Valley Road, Victorville, CA
Phone
(760) 241-2416
North Shore Christian Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
1001 Holden Avenue, Big Bear City, CA
Phone
(909) 585-4484
Oak Tree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

caring and supportive teachersfamily-oriented atmospherequality education and learning outcomes
Address
680 W. 40th Street, San Bernardino, CA
Phone
(909) 882-6979
Sbcss-Liberty State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
12900 Amethyst Road, Victorville, CA
Phone
(760) 951-8738
Green Hills Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Bilingual education qualitystrong academic foundationearly student advancement
Address
2400 Fenton Street, Ste 101, Chula Vista, CA
Phone
(619) 656-5795
The Learning Tree
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

caring and wonderful teacherssupportive and loving environmentoutdoor play area with garden and trees
Address
240 Birmingham Drive, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
Phone
(760) 943-0848
Libby Lake Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
489 Calle Montecito, Oceanside, CA
Phone
(760) 942-3433
Palmdale School District-Mesquite School Head Star
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
37622 43rd St. East, Palmdale, CA
Phone
(661) 273-4710
Little Sprouts Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

clean and recently renovated facilitieslarge outdoor
Address
3605 Avocado Boulevard, La Mesa, CA
Phone
(619) 569-7607
Mesa College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
7250 Mesa College Dr, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 388-2812
Oak Tree Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Personalized curriculumcaring and attentive staffreasonable pricing compared to corporate daycares
Address
1375 East Washington Avenue, El Cajon, CA
Phone
(619) 749-9310
Oceanside Shining Stars Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Friendly and communicative staffpositive and intentional leadershipsmall class sizes with attentive supervision
Address
1122 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA
Phone
(760) 435-0713
Kangaroos Preschool II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
298 Monterey Blvd., San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 333-4452
Little Footprints Preschool Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
2201 Vicente Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 200-8607
Sfusd-Bret Harte (Ees) Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
950 Hollister Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 330-1545
Our Redeemer Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
721 Doris Avenue, Oxnard, CA
Phone
(805) 983-0619
Oxnard College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Passionate and caring educatorswelcoming and supportive environmentclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
4000 South Rose Avenue, Oxnard, CA
Phone
(805) 678-5801

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Frequently asked questions

There are 12,388 all daycares across California. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in California are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in California, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (California sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in California vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.