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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 10,151 |
| Headstart Programs | 868 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 300 |
| Before or After School | 1,069 |
Religious / Church Based Daycare
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Blue Sky Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 11245 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
- Phone
- (805) 704-0999
Bright Life Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 880 Laureate Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA
- Phone
- (805) 345-9628
Cal Poly Preschool Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA
- Phone
- (805) 756-2220
Capslo - Five Cities Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
- Address
- 1800 Wilmar Street, Oceano, CA
- Phone
- (805) 473-1657
Child'S Smile Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 781 Paul Place, Arroyo Grande, CA
- Phone
- (805) 481-4814
The Children'S Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 701 Crocker St., Templeton, CA
- Phone
- (805) 434-1188
Children'S House Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5
- Address
- 3025 Monterey Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-5068
Abc Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1900 5th Street, Oxnard, CA
- Phone
- (805) 834-3113
Christian Life Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1744 Oak Street, Paso Robles, CA
- Phone
- (805) 238-9413
Abc Kids Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 808 River Street, Fillmore, CA
- Phone
- (805) 524-1222
Abc Learning Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 333 W. Harvard Blvd, Santa Paula, CA
- Phone
- (805) 933-3333
North Park Christian School - School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2901 North Park Way, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 220-0372
Oak Tree Children Club & Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 17765 Daves Ave., Los Gatos, CA
- Phone
- (408) 395-6144
Stanford Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 12721 A Magnolia, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 710-7541
Ymca Of Metropolitan L.A.-Justice Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 23350 Justice St., West Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 999-2006
Ywca Of Contra Costa - Hidden Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 510 Glacier, Martinez, CA
- Phone
- (925) 229-5659
Kiddie Garden Preschool (School-Age)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1305 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 368-3821
Kid Junction Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Kid Junction Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, engaged staff and family-oriented atmosphere. Parents highlight their children's happiness, academic engagement, and smooth transitions into the program. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and credit the school with their children's growth and development.
Responsive and supportive staff (especially Ms. Clara)low staff turnoverchildren genuinely happy a
- Address
- 20704 San Jose Hills Road, Walnut, CA
- Phone
- (909) 595-5437
Mission Viejo Christian Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 27192 Jeronimo Road, Mission Viejo, CA
- Phone
- (949) 465-1954
Morgan Hill Charter After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 9530 Monterey Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA
- Phone
- (408) 762-6000
Murwood Keyspot
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2050 Vanderslice Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA
- Phone
- (925) 932-8118
Redwood Country Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1340 Medical Center, Rohnert Park, CA
- Phone
- (707) 586-0675
Cdr - Squires Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
- Address
- 5200 Squires Drive, Oxnard, CA
- Phone
- (805) 488-5510
Children'S World
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 7620 Foothill Road, Ventura, CA
- Phone
- (805) 647-3798
Cross Roads Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2372 Erringer Road, Simi Valley, CA
- Phone
- (805) 526-2887
Cvusd - Wonder Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2801 Atlas Avenue, Thousand Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (805) 492-3567
E Center Hs Pgms - Marysville Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2230 Ramirez St., Marysville, CA
- Phone
- (530) 740-1339
E Center Hs Pgms - Olivehurst Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1766 Eighth Avenue, Olivehurst, CA
- Phone
- (530) 749-8005
Fusion P/S Academy III/Little Cone Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 701 B Street, Marysville, CA
- Phone
- (530) 923-2731
4cs Cloverdale Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 330 N. Washington Street, Cloverdale, CA
- Phone
- (707) 894-9011
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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.