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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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Stella Piccolo
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
65 Tower Road, Room 8, San Mateo, CA
Phone
(650) 804-5923
St. Michael Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

St. Michael Preschool Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its intentional, developmentally-informed approach to early childhood education. Parents highlight the warm, loving staff led by director Mary, strong parent-teacher communication, and individualized care for each child. The facility is noted for its high-quality organic food program, emotional intelligence training, and strong sense of community.

Experienced and caring teachersstrong director leadershipindividualized child-centered approach
Address
401 Hudson Street, Redwood City, CA
Phone
(650) 690-8230
Soneshine Factory
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
44514 20th Street West, Lancaster, CA
Phone
(661) 949-3550
Skyline College Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be about Skyline College, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the college's welcoming atmosphere, quality instruction, beautiful campus, and student-centered approach. Reviewers highlight friendly staff, accessible facilities, and strong academic support services.

Welcoming and helpful staffpassionate professorsbeautiful scenic campus
Address
3300 College Drive, San Bruno, CA
Phone
(650) 738-7071
Supporting Future Growth C.D.C. - Vi
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise Supporting Future Growth C.D.C. - VI for its quality instruction and friendly staff, with multiple reviews highlighting great teachers and a welcoming director. One parent noted high teacher turnover but reported no problems with staff performance. Most reviews are positive, though one review lacks substantive feedback.

Great teachersawesome daycarefriendly director (Mrs. Debbie)
Address
5909 Camden Street, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 567-8362
Super Luper Cubs - Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be for Esplanade House, a transitional housing program, not the Super Luper Cubs infant daycare center. The reviews praise the housing program for helping homeless families and individuals achieve stability and self-sufficiency in a safe, drug-free environment.

Supportive staffsafe environmenthelps families stay together
Address
181 E Shasta Ave., Chico, CA
Phone
(530) 809-4893
Adat Ari El Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

ADAT ARI EL Nursery School receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the childcare quality and welcoming community atmosphere, though a small number express concerns about the school's teaching methodology and ideological approach.

Quality childcarewelcoming communitykind staff
Address
12020 Burbank Boulevard, Valley Village, CA
Phone
(818) 766-6379
Twinkle Tots
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
555 W. Redondo Beach Blvd., #100, Gardena, CA
Phone
(310) 818-4646
Sunflowers Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Sunflowers Montessori Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviewers praising the caring staff, strong academic preparation, and supportive environment for children ages 2-5. Parents consistently report their children leaving well-prepared for kindergarten with skills in writing, counting, social-emotional development, and confidence.

Caring and committed staffstrong leadership under Ms. Chiaeffective potty training su
Address
667 North First Street, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 885-0202
Sunshine Kid'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Sunshine Kids Preschool for its warm, patient staff and nurturing environment that supports both academic learning and social-emotional development. Children show significant growth in confidence, academic skills, and social interaction, with parents appreciating the diverse enrichment activities and flexible programs including summer camp and after-school services.

Patient and caring teacherspotty training supportconfidence and social skill development
Address
47832 Warm Springs Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 445-0222
Toddler Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Toddler Learning Center for its caring, dedicated teachers and welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight recent improvements under new management, including organic meals and updated facilities. Children reportedly feel safe, happy, and well-prepared for elementary school.

Dedicated and passionate teachers (especially Ms. Mitra)warm and nurturing environmentorganic meals and snacks provided
Address
7635 Owensmouth Avenue, Canoga Park, CA
Phone
(818) 883-6643
Tomorrowland Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Tomorrowland Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, clean facilities, and good communication with families. The majority of parents report their children had positive learning experiences and felt well-cared for. However, one parent expressed concerns about observation policies and staff interactions.

caring and professional staffclean and new facilitiesclear communication with families
Address
4126 N Peck Rd, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 401-2489
United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
902 Danville Blvd, Alamo, CA
Phone
(925) 837-2788
West Hills Community College Firebaugh Child Dev.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This facility appears to be a community college rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews are mixed, with praise for instructors, advisors, and resources, but significant concerns about staff professionalism and student service quality at the administrative level.

Great instructorshelpful advisorsgood resources
Address
819 O Street, Firebaugh, CA
Phone
(559) 923-2951
Anna Bing Arnold Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2301 N. Levanda Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 343-2470
The Journey Begins Infant Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Journey Begins Infant Care Center has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents praising the caring teachers, open communication, and family-like environment. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving a child's broken arm that occurred at the facility, alleging inadequate supervision and problematic handling by management afterward.

Caring and warm teachersopen communication with parentsflexible room placement
Address
6438 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 551-5922
Kinder Castle Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2211 West Main St, El Centro, CA
Phone
(760) 337-1117
Maryvale Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Maryvale Day Care Center is a residential treatment facility and early education center in Rosemead, California that serves girls from difficult family circumstances. Parents and former residents consistently praise the caring staff, safe environment, structured activities, and positive impact on children's emotional development. The facility has maintained strong community support across decades with alumni expressing lasting gratitude for the care received.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitysafe environment
Address
7600 E. Graves Avenue, Rosemead, CA
Phone
(626) 280-6510
Leaps And Bounds
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Leaps and Bounds for its clean, spacious classrooms, caring and experienced staff, and Montessori curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the nurturing environment, educational focus, and family-like atmosphere. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings.

Clean and organized facilitiesspacious classroomsfriendly and caring staff
Address
2026 E. Avenue Q, Palmdale, CA
Phone
(661) 272-4611
Children'S World
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Children's World receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and nurturing staff, particularly teachers Ms. Gwen, Ms. Lauren, and Ms. Ivy. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and developing good habits. Two reviews raise serious concerns about enrollment verification procedures and contain unsubstantiated claims.

caring and nurturing staffchildren enjoy attendinggood habit development
Address
1219 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Compton, CA
Phone
(310) 898-2025
Treehouse Learning Center-Elsie
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Treehouse Learning Center (also referred to as Happy Time Preschool by reviewers) receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Parents praise the dedicated, caring staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and individualized attention to each child's developmental needs. The facility is noted for cleanliness, engaging activities, and creating a warm, family-like environment where children are excited to attend.

Dedicated and caring staffexcellent communication and daily photo updatesindividualized attention to child development
Address
7610 Elsie Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 689-8889
Village Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Village Preschool (SAPS) in San Anselmo receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the play-based curriculum, caring staff, and supportive community environment. Children are reported to be enthusiastic about attending and engaged in diverse learning activities. One negative review cited concerns about hygiene and attentiveness to children's needs.

play-based learning approachcelebrates individuality and creativitycaring and communicative staff
Address
100 Mariposa Avenue, San Anselmo, CA
Phone
(415) 295-7274
Wilminton Park Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise the teaching staff as amazing, patient, and welcoming, with particular appreciation for their ability to help children develop speech and communication skills. One parent reported a concern about staff response to a conflict incident at the boys and girls club program.

Caring and patient teacherswelcoming staffresponsive to parent questions
Address
1419 Young St., Wilmington, CA
Phone
(310) 518-3207
Jewish Community Ctr Of The East Bay-Berkeley
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise the Jewish Community Center's preschool program for its loving, empathetic, and professional staff who create a welcoming environment for all. The facility offers excellent programming rooted in Jewish culture and community, with strong emphasis on Hebrew language, Jewish traditions, and fostering a sense of belonging across all ages.

Caring and respectful teacherswelcoming community atmosphereprofessional staff
Address
1414 Walnut Street, Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510) 848-0237
Mendota Unified Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1599 5th Street, Mendota, CA
Phone
(559) 655-4365
Grace Lutheran After-School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
711 N. Fowler, Bishop, CA
Phone
(760) 873-4600
St Stephen'S Lutheran Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

St. Stephen's Lutheran Pre School in Fullerton, California is highly rated by parents and church members. The facility is praised for its welcoming community, beautiful sanctuary, and quality early childhood education program. Parents report excellent teachers, lovely staff, and a warm, family-oriented environment.

Great teacherslovely and welcoming staffawesome learning environment
Address
2311 E Chapman Avenue, Fullerton, CA
Phone
(714) 871-6641
Temple Beth Tikvah Early Childhood Learning Cente
Church Daycare
4.3

Temple Beth Tikvah Early Childhood Learning Center in Fullerton receives mostly positive reviews praising its preschool preparation, religious education, and community atmosphere. However, one detailed negative review from prospective members criticized the welcoming experience at a community event, citing poor hospitality, inadequate food for the donation requested, and lack of engagement from staff and leadership.

Preschool successfully prepares children for public
Address
1600 N Acacia Avenue, Fullerton, CA
Phone
(714) 871-9555
Wonderland Angels Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
15208 S. Avalon Boulevard, Compton, CA
Phone
(310) 327-6333
Noahs Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
175 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 322-0702

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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.