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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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City Of Menlo Park-Menlo Children'S Ctr-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
801 Laurel St., Rm 104 & 108, Menlo Park, CA
Phone
(650) 330-2260
College Of The Desert Child Development Training
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

These reviews do not reflect daycare experiences. The facility is College of the Desert, a community college in Palm Desert, California. Reviews praise the institution for its quality academics, supportive staff, campus facilities, and community events, though wayfinding could be improved.

Quality professors and academic programswelcoming and professional staffbeautiful renovated campus and library
Address
43-500 Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert, CA
Phone
(760) 773-2555
All Peoples Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All Peoples Preschool is highly regarded by the community with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, quality care, and the center's commitment to serving the community through various programs and services. The facility has earned strong loyalty, with families returning across generations.

Welcoming and caring staffcommunity-focused programsfree tax preparation services
Address
822 E. 20th St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 747-6357
A Little World Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2
Address
324 37th St, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 412-2244
Clayton Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Clayton Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising attentive teachers, creative lesson plans, and clean facilities. However, one parent reported poor communication and lack of empathy from staff regarding family resource requests.

Attentive teacherscreative lesson plansphoto updates to parents
Address
6760 Marsh Creek Road, Clayton, CA
Phone
(925) 672-4543
Contra Costa Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Contra Costa Christian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who report significant improvements compared to public schools. Parents highlight a warm, family-like community with engaged teachers, strong academics, good discipline, and Christian values. Multiple families note their children are thriving and excited to attend.

Smallfamily-like community atmosphereengaging and responsive teachers
Address
2721 Larkey Lane, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 934-4964
Bakersfield Adult School Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, though most appear to be from adult education students rather than parents of children in childcare. Reviewers consistently praise the professional staff, supportive learning environment, and affordable educational programs including GED, high school diploma, and career training classes.

Professional and helpful staffnice facilitiesaccessible parking
Address
501 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 832-6642
Cerro Coso Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

This appears to be a data quality issue - the reviews submitted are primarily about Cerro Coso Community College rather than the child development center. The few relevant childcare comments praise the staff's teamwork and helpfulness. Insufficient parent reviews are available to accurately assess the daycare center's quality.

Helpful and kind staffteamwork
Address
3000 College Heights Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA
Phone
(760) 384-6362
Busy Bee Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1618 27th Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 457-7348
Care Campus Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Care Campus Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attend for various schedules including half-days, full-days, and after-school care. The majority of reviews highlight happy, engaged children and praise the staff as amazing. However, one parent expressed concern about the quality of care provided.

children are happy and excited to attendamazing staffflexible scheduling options (half-days
Address
10746 Sierra Rose Ct., Grass Valley, CA
Phone
(530) 268-8252
Bella Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
20602 Prism Place, Lake Forest, CA
Phone
(949) 900-2420
Bumble Bee Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Bumble Bee Christian Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for caring staff, cleanliness, and educational programming. One parent reported serious concerns about staff responsiveness to child abuse allegations. The facility serves children from preschool through after-school programs.

Caring and professional staffvery clean facilitystructured routine
Address
2353 Williamson Ave, Fullerton, CA
Phone
(714) 526-6272
Calvary Baptist Church-Ikids Preschool
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
612 North Rose Drive, Placentia, CA
Phone
(714) 961-5437
Calvary Chapel Of Yorba Linda
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Note: Reviews appear to be for the church rather than the daycare facility. Reviewers praise the welcoming and warm environment, Bible teaching from Pastor Josh, and overall positive experience attending services.

Warm and welcoming environmentstrong Bible teachinggood community involvement opportunities
Address
18821 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA
Phone
(714) 777-7131
Country Village Preschool Foothill Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
27005 Burbank Road, Foothill Ranch, CA
Phone
(949) 380-4300
Crescent Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.2
Address
5600 Crescent Avenue, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 241-8920
Lynn Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Lynn Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Parents report seeing significant progress in their children's development and discipline. However, one parent raised serious concerns about HIPAA violations and unmet child needs.

Warm and friendly staffcaring environmentchild progress and development
Address
300 East Leland Rd., Pittsburg, CA
Phone
(925) 439-9628
Little Angels Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Angels Preschool in Chino receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with the majority praising the staff and overall quality of care. The facility offers bilingual instruction. One negative review cited poor staff behavior.

Nice and great staffgood for kidsbilingual (Chinese and English) program
Address
5135 Walnut Ave., Chino, CA
Phone
(909) 591-1167
Holy Trinity Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Holy Trinity Early Childhood Development Center in El Cajon receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff and welcoming environment, though one parent reported a negative experience with teacher professionalism regarding behavior management. Most reviewers highlight Director Debbie's leadership, clean facilities, secure outdoor play areas, and faith-based curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten.

caring and loving staffwelcoming community atmosphereDirector Debbie's leadership
Address
523 Ballard Street, El Cajon, CA
Phone
(619) 444-1052
Jeff & Deni Jacobs Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2360 E. Jewett Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 278-2571
Maac Project Head Start Escondido 3 - Hickory
Headstart Programs
4.2
Address
635 N. Hickory Street, Escondido, CA
Phone
(760) 741-0541
Peppermint Junction-Village Park Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Peppermint Junction for its warm, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who provide individualized attention to children. The facility is noted for strong academic outcomes, early intervention for struggling students, and fostering creativity and confidence. Families appreciate the reasonable pricing, extended care options, and clean, well-maintained facilities.

Caring and attentive staffindividualized attentionsmall class sizes
Address
2150 E. Gonzales Rd., Oxnard, CA
Phone
(805) 988-6065
Language In Action-Jose Coronado Clubhouse (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Reviews describe Jose Coronado Clubhouse as a well-maintained public park facility with multiple recreational amenities. Parents appreciate the cleanliness, accessibility, and variety of activities available for children. Note: One reviewer clarified there are two distinct locations at different addresses with different facilities.

Multiple sports facilities (tennis courtsbasketball hoopssoccer fields)
Address
2498 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 606-1205
Noah'S Ark Christian Preschool & Child Care Cente
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
120 Church Road, Ojai, CA
Phone
(805) 646-8745
Happiness Hill Preschool And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
20600 John Drive, Castro Valley, CA
Phone
(510) 537-0773
Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Parents consistently praise Holy Cross Lutheran Nursery School for its balanced blend of play-based learning and structured pre-academic preparation that effectively readies children for kindergarten. Staff are described as wonderful, kind, and caring, with strong communication and safety practices. One review raised concerns about a homeless shelter located across the street from the facility.

balanced curriculum approachpre-academic preparationexperienced and caring teachers
Address
1020 Mocho Street, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 447-1864
Lighted Window Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1200 Foothill Blvd., La Canada, CA
Phone
(818) 790-8207
Little Sprouts Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1921 N. Gaffey Street Ste. A, San Pedro, CA
Phone
(310) 833-3365
Los Altos United Church Nursery (Congregational)
Church Daycare
4.2

Los Altos United Church Nursery receives mostly positive feedback praising the pastor's warmth and biblical knowledge. The facility is described as welcoming and inclusive. One negative review alleges poor pastoral care and discouragement from attendance.

Warm and knowledgeable pastorfriendly communityopen and affirming environment
Address
5550 Atherton St, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 596-2108
V.I.P. Tots
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
41915 E. Acacia Avenue, Hemet, CA
Phone
(951) 652-7611

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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.