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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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Leap And Bound Academy Redondo Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Leap and Bound Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, developmental progress of their children, and daily communication through photos and updates. However, one parent reported negative experiences with punitive teaching methods, favoritism, and constant complaints about their child's behavior in the older age groups.

Caring and attentive staffstrong developmental and academic progressdaily updates via app with photos/videos
Address
601 So. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA
Phone
(310) 540-8973
The Learning Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Learning Tree Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring, patient staff and Christian-based curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, develop academically and socially, and benefit from the small, secure campus environment. However, a minority of reviews cite inconsistent teacher patience and a basic academic curriculum.

caring and patient teacherssmall gated secure facilityChristian values education
Address
43260 Challenger Way, Lancaster, CA
Phone
(661) 942-8240
Goomer Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Goomer Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents across infant, preschool, and early childhood programs. Parents consistently praise the dedicated and caring teaching staff, particularly Ms. Deepti, Ms. Katie, Ms. Daisy, and others, for creating a nurturing environment that supports both academic development and emotional well-being. Children reportedly transition smoothly to elementary school and genuinely enjoy attending.

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Address
2920 Fowler Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 270-2000
Neighborhood Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Neighborhood Christian Preschool for its warm, caring environment and dedicated staff who help children thrive academically and socially. The school is noted for strong communication through app updates, secure facilities, and integration of Christian values into the curriculum. Multiple families report feeling confident leaving their children in the school's care and seeing positive developmental progress.

Caring and attentive teachersChristian values integrationsafe and secure environment
Address
1670 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 286-0901
Precious Years Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Precious Years Children's Center in Garden Grove receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight a caring, nurturing environment with dedicated staff who go above and beyond, strong Spanish language instruction, and excellent communication with families. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and show clear academic and social progress.

Caring and nurturing staffchild safety and cleanlinessbilingual/Spanish instruction
Address
9691 Bixby Ave., Garden Grove, CA
Phone
(714) 539-0522
Scribbles And Giggles Ps
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Scribbles and Giggles receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with children reportedly eager to attend and benefiting from structured curriculum including academics, Spanish, and sign language. However, one parent reported the facility failed to accommodate a child with behavioral issues as promised, citing inadequate supervision, excessive isolation, lack of comfort after injury, and harsh treatment during dismissal.

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Address
17 E. Poplar Street, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 882-0002
Grace Lutheran Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

Grace Lutheran Church Preschool is a religious facility in Covina known for its welcoming community and food bank services. Parents praise the inclusive atmosphere and community support, though some reviews focus on the food pantry program rather than childcare services. One parent was disappointed with the Christmas Eve mass experience.

Welcoming communityfood bank assistancedonated food from local businesses like Porto's
Address
17880 E Covina Blvd, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 967-5855
Greenleaf Headstart
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Freedom City Church, not Greenleaf Headstart daycare. The reviews describe a religious organization that offers spiritual guidance, discipleship programs, and life coaching rather than childcare services. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and reported positive personal transformations related to faith and life circumstances.

Spiritual guidance and mentorshipcommunity support during hardshiplife coaching and skill-building prog
Address
6355 Greenleaf, Whittier, CA
Phone
(562) 758-4613
Mountain View Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Mountain View Children Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the extended hours, learning opportunities, and after-school program quality. One parent expressed strong dissatisfaction with the educational approach and staff commitment.

Extended operating hours (6:30am-5:30pm)children enjoy attendingweekly learning activities
Address
2109 Burkett Rd, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 652-4250
Olive Tree Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1318 S. Berendo St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 378-0512
Morning Glory Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, CA
Phone
(650) 343-9627
Kidzkount Child Development Center-Roseville 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise KIDZKOUNT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER-ROSEVILLE 1 (also referred to as Childtime at Sierra Gardens) for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Families report feeling supported throughout their childcare experience and appreciate the excellent communication and daily updates. Children reportedly feel comfortable and happy, with strong relationships formed between staff and students.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication with daily photos and videoslive-streaming access to classroom
Address
1505 Sieraa Gardens Drive, Roseville, CA
Phone
(916) 781-9836
Laura'S Barn Childcare Center (Pre-School)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Laura's Barn Childcare Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, structured educational activities, and strong communication through daily updates and photos via the Procare app. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents feeling confident and relieved leaving their children in the center's care.

caring and attentive teachersplanned educational activities (artfine motor
Address
275 River Road A, Salinas, CA
Phone
(831) 261-9897
Northminster Presbyterian Preschool/Kinderprep
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise Northminster Presbyterian Preschool/Kinderprep as a welcoming, community-oriented facility with great daycare and pre-school programs. The church hosts engaging community events and has a nice music program. Overall, families view it as a quality, well-established institution.

welcoming environmentcommunity-orientedquality daycare and pre-school programs
Address
315 East Alvin Drive, Salinas, CA
Phone
(831) 449-5676
Mammoth Lakes Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
379 Old Mammoth Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Phone
(760) 934-4051
Leport School Of Irvine
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

LePort School of Irvine receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the Montessori curriculum, caring staff, and strong academic and social development outcomes. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, convenient operating hours, on-campus extracurriculars, and inclusive support for children with diverse needs. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and emotionally, with noticeable improvements in language, focus, indepen

Address
1055 San Marino, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 833-8474
Lil' Lollypop Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Lil' Lollypop Preschool for its exceptional staff, professional communication, and nurturing environment. Children demonstrate strong academic and social growth while enjoying their time at the facility. The center is noted as affordable with clean, well-maintained facilities.

Patient and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsholistic educational approach
Address
8012 Whitaker Street, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 521-5071
Limai Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
8271 Gay Street, Cypress, CA
Phone
(714) 995-2054
Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
15744 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach, CA
Phone
(714) 899-5900
Kids Kare Sierra Vista
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kids Kare Sierra Vista receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children love attending and feel safe and supported. Parents highlight the friendly, caring staff, responsive communication, and positive learning environment. Several families have been with the center for multiple years and strongly recommend it.

caring and professional staffchildren excited to attendresponsive communication
Address
1321 Hoblitt, Clovis, CA
Phone
(559) 299-0403
Greenfield Country Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Greenfield Country Preschool for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with excellent parent communication.

Kind and caring teachersindividualized attentionsafe and clean facilities
Address
7690 S. Union Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 834-8184
Golden Valley Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
7725 Sheldon Road, Elk Grove, CA
Phone
(916) 689-8823
Pasadena Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Pasadena Preschool Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising caring teachers, clean facilities, enrichment activities (Spanish, music, dance, soccer), nutritious meals, and reasonable tuition. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about teacher turnover, inadequate classroom materials, unprofessional conduct, and inadequate supervision of child conflicts.

Caring and attentive teachersclean and updated facilitiesengaging enrichment
Address
2611 Woodlyn, Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 794-4614
Options Cdc - Rotary Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

OPTIONS CDC - ROTARY PARK is a fully fenced center-based daycare located in a neighborhood park in Monrovia. Parents consistently praise the safe, clean environment with good playground equipment and open space. Some safety concerns are noted regarding nighttime activity and dog management at the park.

Fully fenced and secureclean facilityplayground equipment
Address
418 California St., Monrovia, CA
Phone
(626) 305-0713
Options Cdc Westminster
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The reviews provided do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for Westminster Presbyterian Church in Pasadena. The reviews praise the church's beautiful Gothic architecture, welcoming community, event hosting capabilities, and spiritual atmosphere. No actual daycare-specific feedback about childcare services, staff interaction with children, curriculum, or facilities is present.

Beautiful architecturecommunity events and programswelcoming staff
Address
1757 N. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 791-1652
Oriental Mission Church Nursery Sch00l
Church Daycare
4.4

Reviews praise Oriental Mission Church Nursery School as a welcoming religious facility with a long history serving the Koreatown community. Parents highlight the friendly pastor Daniel Choi, helpful staff, and strong sense of community. The facility offers ample free parking.

Kind and friendly pastorhelpful greeterslarge free parking
Address
424 N. Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 466-8046
Rosamond Church Of Christ
Church Daycare
4.4

Rosamond Church of Christ receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and long-term attendees. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and Christian teaching environment. The facility appears to attract families who value religious education and community.

welcoming environmentfriendly staffChristian values and teaching
Address
1389 W. Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA
Phone
(661) 256-4808
Sweet Busy Bees
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sweet Busy Bees receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars except one 4/5 review. Parents highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff who treat children as family, age-appropriate activities, and convenient location near Camp Pendleton. The facility is particularly valued by military families for accepting Child Care Aware assistance.

caring and knowledgeable stafftreats children like familyage-appropriate activities
Address
1833 Oceanside Blvd., Ste. B., Oceanside, CA
Phone
(760) 721-6358
Tender Loving Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Tender Loving Care in Tracy receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring and dedicated staff, structured learning combined with play, strong parent communication, and children who are excited to attend. Parents report positive experiences across multiple years of enrollment.

Caring and dedicated teachersstructured daily schedule with academic learning (lettersnumbers)
Address
1219 Whispering Wind Drive, Tracy, CA
Phone
(209) 832-2990
United Congregational Christian Church Of Lodi
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
701 S. Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA
Phone
(209) 368-1955

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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.