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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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Trinity Lutheran School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Trinity Lutheran School Age Program receives mostly positive reviews praising the loving, kind staff and community atmosphere. However, one parent with a special needs child reported their son experienced peer rejection and was dismissed from the program after allegedly being disruptive, with concerns about lack of communication from staff regarding behavioral incidents.

Attentive and caring staffloving and kind environmentstrong community of believers
Address
2440 Hilltop Drive, Redding, CA
Phone
(530) 221-6686
Veterans Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Veterans Park in Carson is a community park facility with excellent ratings (all 5-star reviews). Parents praise its cleanliness, safety, spacious grounds, and frequent community events including cultural celebrations and sports activities.

Clean and safe environmentfriendly staffample space for sports and play
Address
22400 Moneta Ave, Carson, CA
Phone
(310) 830-4185
Ymca Of Metro La-Torrance-So Bay Y-Walteria Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise this YMCA facility as an affordable, well-maintained community center with excellent amenities and friendly staff. The facility offers numerous activities including swimming lessons, sports programs, fitness classes, and dance instruction that appeal to families of all ages. Overall satisfaction is high, though some parents note operational limitations and occasional staffing challenges.

Affordable membershipclean and modern facilityknowledgeable and friendly staff
Address
24456 Madison Street, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 326-7702
Mckinney Fam.Ymca-La Jolla Character Builders(Ydc)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This facility receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its modern, clean infrastructure and comprehensive amenities. Parents highlight excellent childcare services, pools, fitness equipment, and family-friendly features. A few reviewers note occasional staffing issues, navigation challenges, and some interpersonal conflicts among members.

Modern and clean facilityexcellent pools and aquatic amenitiesquality childcare services
Address
8355 Cliffridge Avenue, La Jolla, CA
Phone
(858) 453-3483
Kingdom Krew
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kingdom Krew is highly regarded by most parents for its caring leadership, Christian values, and developmental focus. Children reportedly show improvements in behavior and social skills. One parent reported poor attention upon arrival.

Caring and attentive staffstrong values and character developmentoutdoor activities
Address
1730 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 264-2811
Media Center Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Media Center Montessori Preschool for its enriching Montessori curriculum, caring staff, and comprehensive enrichment programs including art, outdoor play, Spanish, dance, and martial arts. Multiple families report strong child development outcomes, positive learning experiences across infancy through pre-K, and excellent value compared to other Burbank childcare options.

Caring and attentive teachersenriching curriculum with multiple enrichment classesoutdoor playtime
Address
3711 West Clark Street, Burbank, CA
Phone
(818) 558-3602
Smile Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
16930 Sherman Way, Van Nuys, CA
Phone
(818) 343-5437
Los Angeles Pierce College Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise LA Pierce College CDC for its nurturing, well-organized environment where children thrive both academically and emotionally. The facility is highly regarded for its warm, attentive staff and strong communication with families. All reviewers rated their experience 5 out of 5 stars.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm welcoming environmentstrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
6201 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA
Phone
(818) 719-6494
First Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews are not about the daycare's educational services or childcare quality. The reviews primarily discuss the affiliated church's worship services, community, and Celebrate Recovery program. Reviews are mixed regarding overall church experience and parking/traffic management.

Welcoming congregationquality sermons and worship servicesCelebrate Recovery support group
Address
2659 First Street, Napa, CA
Phone
(707) 253-7226
Capc - Ripon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The reviews provided do not contain information about the daycare center itself. Instead, they describe Mistlin Park in Ripon, which appears to be a public park rather than the daycare facility. No actual parent reviews of CAPC - RIPON daycare were available.

None mentioned - reviews are about a parknot the daycare
Address
415 Oregon Street, Ripon, CA
Phone
(209) 559-2131
Baldwin Park Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Baldwin Park Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers and loving environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show improved learning compared to other facilities. However, one parent reported difficulty with enrollment communication and felt their nephew was given the runaround by staff.

Caring and excellent teachersloving environmentchildren happy to attend
Address
13529 Francisquito, Baldwin Park, CA
Phone
(818) 337-2711
Bassett Head Start/Erwin
Headstart Programs
4.4

This appears to be a data error, as the reviews provided are for various college/vocational instructors and classes (water treatment, electrical, administrative assistant, ABE), not for Bassett Head Start/Erwin daycare center in La Puente. No actual daycare reviews are present.

Unable to assess daycare-specific feedback due to mismatched review data
Address
943 N. Sunkist Avenue, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 931-3161
Bell Tower School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Bell Tower School is a family-run, trilingual (English, Spanish, Mandarin) school with highly praised teachers, strong academics, and enrichment programs including dance and music. Parents consistently report children are happy, thriving academically, and developing cultural awareness, though one negative experience noted poor customer service during a tour.

Trilingual curriculumcaring and dedicated teacherslow student-to-teacher ratio
Address
3116 W. Main Street, Alhambra, CA
Phone
(626) 943-9970
Carousel Kids Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Carousel Kids receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the warm, attentive staff and director Lynette's leadership and responsiveness. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and photos, age-appropriate learning activities, and a nurturing environment where children thrive socially and academically. Multiple families report long-term enrollment from infancy through pre-K with high satisfaction and lasting friendships formed.

Warm and attentive staffExcellent director (Lynette) who is responsive and supportiveDaily updates and photos shared with parents
Address
6326 Lindley Avenue, Encino, CA
Phone
(818) 881-2721
The Children'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Children's Place is a long-established Montessori school in Torrance that parents praise for authentic Montessori education, small class sizes, and child-centered learning. Parents consistently highlight the school's affordability compared to other Montessori programs, dedicated staff, and focus on developing the whole child through self-directed exploration and individualized pacing.

authentic Montessori curriculumsmall class sizeschild-led learning
Address
1215 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 328-6313
Christ Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.4

Christ Lutheran Church in Valencia is a welcoming religious community that offers preschool and children's programs alongside worship services and Bible studies. Parents consistently praise the supportive environment, caring pastoral staff, and strong faith-based education. The church is described as family-oriented with diverse activities for all ages.

Welcoming and friendly communitystrong academic and faith foundationcaring pastors
Address
25816 North Tournament Road, Valencia, CA
Phone
(661) 259-0302
Berkeley Ymca Head Start - West
Headstart Programs
4.4
Address
2009 10th Street, Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510) 848-9092
Cfcs Head Start - Sunset
Headstart Programs
4.4

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Hayward Adult School, not CFCS HEAD START - SUNSET daycare. The reviews praise the adult school's GED and diploma programs, helpful staff, and convenient location, but do not contain information about the daycare center.

Friendly and dedicated staffhelpful teachersconvenient location
Address
22100 Princeton, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 865-0275
Chatham School - Redwood Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4500 Redwood Rd., Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 531-1302
Genius Kids - Pleasanton Bernal
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Genius Kids Pleasanton has mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, educational support, and child development. However, one parent reported a serious safety incident involving a child's injury with inadequate supervision and poor communication about daily activities.

Caring and patient teacherssupportive managementstrong academics and homework help
Address
3550 Bernal Ave. Ste. 100b, Pleasanton, CA
Phone
(925) 425-7530
Genius Kids - Pleasanton Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Genius Kids Pleasanton receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the caring staff, educational support, and nurturing environment. However, one parent reported a serious safety incident involving a child's injury and concerns about supervision and communication. The facility shows strong performance overall with high engagement from children, though safety protocols may need review.

Caring and supportive staffstrong academic support and homework helpwell-structured curriculum
Address
5698 Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton, CA
Phone
(510) 896-8764
Capc-Central 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

CAPC-CENTRAL 1 receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and helpful staff. However, one detailed review raises serious concerns about a child welfare case involving a father with a history of child endangerment and alleged verbal abuse, though this appears to be a custody/legal matter rather than a daycare-specific issue.

Friendly and welcoming staffhelpful staff membersparents feel the center fulfills its mission
Address
540 N. California St., Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 644-5323
Capc - Baby Steps 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

CAPC - Baby Steps 2 receives mostly positive feedback about staff friendliness and job performance. One review raises serious concerns about a child custody situation involving alleged verbal abuse, which appears to be a personal family matter rather than a daycare facility issue.

Friendly and nice staffhelpfulgood environment for children
Address
521 E. Miner, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 644-5311
Compton College Child Dev. Day Care Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This daycare center listing appears to have mixed or irrelevant reviews. Most reviews discuss Compton College (the community college) rather than the child development day care center specifically. The few relevant comments praise the staff as helpful and nice.

Friendly and helpful staffwelcoming atmospherenice campus walkway
Address
1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA
Phone
(310) 900-1600
Creative Child Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Creative Child Preschool in Arcadia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children transformed from shy or reluctant to confident and eager learners. The only notable criticism mentioned is poor customer service via phone.

Caring and nurturing teaching staffvibrant and positive environmentenrichment activities (ballet
Address
1111 Okoboji, Arcadia, CA
Phone
(626) 447-3907
Creative Child Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Creative Child Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing teaching staff, vibrant learning environment, and enrichment activities. Parents report their children experience significant social and emotional growth, enjoy coming to school daily, and benefit from a theme-based curriculum with diverse programs like ballet and Mandarin. The school fosters a strong sense of community through events, recitals, and parent engagement.

Caring and nurturing teacherspositive environmentenrichment activities (ballet
Address
530 West Las Tunas Drive, Arcadia, CA
Phone
(626) 447-3907
Diamond Bar Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Diamond Bar Montessori Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and child development outcomes. However, one long-term parent expressed significant concerns about overcrowding (nearly 40 kids per room), high staff turnover, and outdated discipline practices that negatively impacted their sensitive child.

Attentive and caring teachersdirector involvementclean and organized facility
Address
23555 Palomino Dr, Diamond Bar, CA
Phone
(909) 396-8747
Eagles Nest
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Eagles Nest Preschool in La Mirada receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional staff care, strong developmental and academic preparation, and a warm, nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically (letter/number recognition, reading, writing skills) and socially, with seamless transitions to kindergarten. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and offers engaging activities, holiday events, and daily photo updates through an app.

Warm and caring staffstrong academic curriculum and school readinessattentive individualized care
Address
14340 Valley View Avenue, La Mirada, CA
Phone
(562) 944-8381
Faith Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Faith Children's Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring, professional staff and child development programs. Parents highlight the center's community support services, including free food programs and summer programs. One negative review references poor communication and dismissive behavior from staff regarding a child's injuries.

Kind and professional staffstrong child development and emotional growthsummer programs available
Address
2057 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 754-2122
First Christian Church Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.4

First Christian Church Child Development Center in Pomona receives mostly positive feedback for its nurturing staff, structured curriculum, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported significant concerns about facility cleanliness, maintenance issues, and operational practices. The center serves ages 0-5 with extended hours at reasonable rates.

Responsive communication with parentscaring and patient teacherscomprehensive curriculum including ZooPhonics
Address
1751 N Park Av, Pomona, CA
Phone
(909) 629-3636

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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.