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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 Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Trinity Lutheran Preschool in Redding receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring, loving environment and strong sense of community, though one parent reported their special needs child experienced bullying from peers and was dismissed from the after-school program due to disruptive behavior without proper communication.

Excellent attention and care in infant roomloving and kind staffstrong community atmosphere
Address
2440 Hilltop Dr., Redding, CA
Phone
(530) 221-6686
Glassell Park Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Glassell Park Early Education Center receives mostly positive feedback regarding its teaching quality and staff kindness. However, one parent reported significant administrative issues including poor communication, missed deadlines, and lack of follow-up during the enrollment process.

helpful and kind staffgood teachersquality instruction
Address
3003 North Carlyle Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 221-1008
Abc Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Child Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's caring and professional approach. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming family atmosphere, strong communication, engaging curriculum, and the emotional and social growth their children experience. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and well-organized with thoughtful family involvement activities.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming family atmosphereexcellent communication with parents
Address
29705 Solana Way, Temecula, CA
Phone
(951) 699-5251
Dsusd Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

DSUSD Child Development Center in La Quinta receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's helpfulness, professionalism, and care quality. The facility is well-maintained with ongoing improvements. One concern raised was a language barrier with some staff members not speaking English.

Helpful and kind staffprofessionalefficient
Address
47-950 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta, CA
Phone
(760) 771-8650
Action Day Nursery On Pruneridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Action Day Nursery on Pruneridge for its warm, caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for clean facilities, outdoor play space, flexible scheduling, and experienced leadership. Multiple families report their children thriving academically and socially, with smooth transitions to kindergarten.

Caring and experienced staffpersonalized attentionclean facilities
Address
2001 Pruneridge Avenue, Santa Clara, CA
Phone
(408) 244-2909
Media Center Montessori Toodler & Infant Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Media Center Montessori for its enriching Montessori curriculum, caring teachers, and comprehensive enrichment programs including art, outdoor play, Spanish, dance, and martial arts. The facility is noted for excellent value pricing and strong child development outcomes, with multiple parents reporting their children are academically advanced. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication and the welcoming community atmosphere.

Caring and ded
Address
1605 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA
Phone
(818) 558-1480
Good Samaritan Education & Enrichment Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Good Samaritan Education & Enrichment Programs is a church-based preschool in Cupertino that parents describe as warm, welcoming, and well-maintained. The facility is praised for its loving community atmosphere and faith-based environment. One parent expressed concern about the center's unclear vision and direction moving forward.

warm and friendly environmentwelcoming communitywell-maintained facility
Address
19624 Homestead Road, Cupertino, CA
Phone
(408) 996-8290
Empire Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Empire Montessori Preschool in San Jose receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, strong Montessori curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily updates and app notifications, smooth transitions between age groups, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. The school is noted for fair pricing and a welcoming, flexible culture that responds to parent feedback.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication with parentsclean facilities
Address
499 North 11th Street, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 891-8730
Hoops Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
265 W Henderson Ave, Porterville, CA
Phone
(559) 784-6677
Shiloh Arms Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Shiloh Arms Child Development Center for its caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Children show developmental progress in areas like socialization, independence, and school readiness. The center is commended for its structured routines, fresh meals, educational activities, and strong parent engagement through events and communication.

Experienced and compassionate staffsafe environmentdevelopmental progress in children
Address
3949 23rd Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 453-1309
College Of Marin Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ERROR: The reviews provided are for College of Marin, a community college, not for the College of Marin Children's Center daycare facility. The reviews discuss college academics, music programs, and transfer opportunities, not childcare services. No actual daycare reviews are available for this summary.

None - reviews are for wrong facility
Address
1144 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur, CA
Phone
(415) 485-9468
Kidz Rock Day Care N' Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise KIDZ ROCK DAY CARE N' PRESCHOOL (now operating as Leaps and Bounds) for exceptional care, child development, and staff quality. Children reportedly show significant progress in language, social skills, potty training, and academic milestones while forming strong bonds with teachers. Parents highlight the welcoming environment and strong parent-teacher communication.

Caring and friendly staffchild safetydevelopmental progress
Address
17210 Slover Avenue, Suite I, Fontana, CA
Phone
(909) 904-7200
Precious Years Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Precious Years for its caring, nurturing environment where children feel safe and happy. Staff members are described as kind-hearted, dedicated, and going above and beyond for individual children's needs. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially after attending.

Caring and nurturing staffclean facilitiesbilingual education (Spanish)
Address
9691 Bixby Avenue, Garden Grove, CA
Phone
(714) 539-0522
Educare Early Stars Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
5202 N. Blythe, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 271-7827
Feoc Early Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

FEOC Early Head Start receives mostly positive reviews (four 5-star ratings) praising supportive staff, comprehensive services, and family-like care. However, one detailed 1-star review raises concerns about inconsistent staff attentiveness, poor communication among staff, inconsistent policy enforcement, and inadequate attention to children with special needs.

Supportive staff and services beyond childcarecomprehensive support for familieshelps children reach developmental milestones
Address
1441 E. Divisadero Avenue, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 487-1053
Leport Schools
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

LePort Schools in Irvine receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the Montessori approach, Spanish immersion program, caring and patient teachers, and strong focus on child development and independence. The school is noted as expensive but considered worth the investment by families.

Montessori philosophy and methodologySpanish immersion programindividualized and attentive teacher car
Address
1 Technology Drive, Bldg. A, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 427-3968
Leport School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

LePort School in Irvine is highly regarded by parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the Montessori approach, Spanish immersion program, caring and attentive staff, and noticeable developmental growth in their children. The school is noted as more expensive than typical childcare but considered worth the investment for quality education and individualized attention.

Spanish immersion programMontessori philosophycaring
Address
1 Technology Drive Ste. H100, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 525-9922
Oc Kids Infant & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

OC Kids Infant & Preschool in Garden Grove receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive curriculum that combines Montessori methods with academic preparation. Parents highlight excellent communication, enrichment programs (soccer, dance, tae kwon do, music), dual-language immersion, and smooth transitions for children of all ages from infants through school-age.

Attentive and caring teachersclean and safe
Address
11362 Brookhurst Street, Garden Grove, CA
Phone
(714) 530-7263
Montessori Lake Forest Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Montessori Lake Forest Preschool for its nurturing Montessori curriculum, highly attentive teachers, and strong focus on both academic and social-emotional development. Children show significant growth in independence, confidence, practical life skills, and academic achievement. The school is noted for excellent communication with parents and a warm, well-organized learning environment.

Montessori curriculum approachteacher dedication and attentivenessdaily photo/video updates
Address
24602 Raymond Way Suite, #1, Lake Forest, CA
Phone
(949) 735-2905
Laura'S Barn Childcare Center (Infant)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Laura's Barn Childcare Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, structured learning activities, developmental progress, and transparent communication through daily updates and photos. Families express strong satisfaction with the safe, nurturing environment and enrichment programs offered.

Caring and attentive staffstructured learning activities (artscience
Address
275 River Road A, Salinas, CA
Phone
(831) 261-9897
Tutor Time Learning Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Tutor Time Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report that staff genuinely care for children and create a warm, nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight strong child development, daily communication through the app, and appreciation for included meals and supplies. Children are described as happy, eager to attend, and forming lasting friendships.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and safe environmentdaily app updates
Address
3345 Cherry Hills Court, Fairfield, CA
Phone
(707) 422-4105
Shining Stars Preschool & Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Shining Stars Preschool & Infant Center in Camarillo receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents report that staff are caring, engaged, and genuinely invested in children's development and well-being. Children show measurable growth in vocabulary, social skills, and cognitive development, with parents noting their kids are happy and excited to attend.

Loving and family-like staffsafe and nurturing environmentchildren's developmental growth
Address
2480c E. Las Posas Rd., Camarillo, CA
Phone
(805) 987-2132
Sandy Hill Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Sandy Hill Nursery School is highly praised by parents as a nature-based, play-inspired preschool with exceptional teachers and small class sizes. Parents consistently highlight the outdoor learning environment, individualized attention, and supportive community. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents noting significant child development and happiness.

Outdoor and nature-based curriculumsmall class sizes with multiple teachers per classplay-based and Reggio-inspired approach
Address
1036 Solana Dr, Solana Beach, CA
Phone
(858) 481-1378
Happy Campers Preschool Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Happy Campers Preschool receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational program. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children's confidence, social skills, and academic readiness, along with excellent daily communication from teachers. The facility is described as a nurturing, community-oriented environment where children thrive.

Patient and caring teachersexcellent parent-teacher communicationstrong developmental progress
Address
510 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA
Phone
(650) 593-2005
J.S.D. State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
631 Hanover St., Rm. 1 & 2, Daly City, CA
Phone
(650) 991-1258
Childtime Children'S Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Childtime Huntington Beach receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, safe environment, and comprehensive amenities like cameras, meals, and diapers. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and developing well. One neighbor complaint noted excessive outdoor noise and lack of playground supervision.

Caring and professional teacherssafe and enriching environmentdaily picture updates
Address
9861 Yorktown, Huntington Beach, CA
Phone
(714) 968-8833
Garden Grove Unified School District/Lawrence
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This Garden Grove Unified School District center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational opportunities provided to children. Most reviewers highlight good service and a supportive learning environment. One negative review mentioned concerns about bias during a job interview process.

caring staffclean facilitieseducational programs
Address
12521 Monroe Street, Garden Grove, CA
Phone
(714) 663-6255
Kids Kare Owens Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kids Kare Owens Ranch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the friendly and patient staff, clean facilities, and engaging programs. However, one parent reported witnessing the director speaking disrespectfully to a teacher and restricting physical affection with children.

Kind and patient staffclean and well-maintained centerresponsive director and assistant director
Address
2683 Owens Mountain Pkwy, Clovis, CA
Phone
(559) 275-1169
Martinez Early Childhood Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Martinez Early Childhood Center receives mostly positive feedback praising teachers, staff professionalism, and beautiful grounds that support learning and play. However, one parent reported experiencing discriminatory and unprofessional behavior from the Executive Director during an enrollment inquiry. Parents consistently highlight staff dedication and a positive atmosphere for toddlers and preschoolers.

Great teacherseducated and dedicated staffprofessional atmosphere
Address
615 Arch Street, Martinez, CA
Phone
(925) 229-2000
Montessori School Of Concord
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
3039 Willow Pass Road, Concord, CA
Phone
(925) 682-8067

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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.