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.
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California has about 12,388 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
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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 |
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- Address
- 601 W. Heald Street, Lake Elsinore, CA
- Phone
- (951) 471-2760
All recent reviews are 5-star ratings from parents praising the school's academic excellence, positive learning environment, and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong community, open communication, and character development. Several reviewers dismiss negative reviews as fake or from non-parents.
- Address
- 600 S. Santa Fe Avenue, San Jacinto, CA
- Phone
- (951) 654-2013
Prime Years Academy receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, Islamic curriculum integration, and hands-on activities that keep children engaged and happy. However, two low-rated reviews cite concerns about administrative communication regarding waitlists and facility availability during stated hours.
- Address
- 495 Santana Way, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 372-9109
- Address
- 490 Compadre Road, Palm Springs, CA
- Phone
- (760) 327-3767
Luther Burbank Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents and alumni who praise the respectful and caring treatment of children by teachers and staff. Parents appreciate the facility's beautiful grounds, responsive communication, and commitment to child development. One parent noted feeling unheard despite feeling respected.
- Address
- 4 Wabash Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 295-1731
Hansel & Gretel Day Care Center in Manteca receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, strong developmental outcomes for children, and welcoming environment. The facility is recommended for working parents and those balancing school or career changes.
- Address
- 1014 W. Center Street, Manteca, CA
- Phone
- (209) 823-6525
- Address
- 25028 Petroleum Ave, Harbor City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 326-3344
- Address
- 1000 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA
- Phone
- (650) 593-4265
- Address
- 1950 Beach Park Blvd., Foster City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 578-9532
- Address
- 13040 Coast Street, Garden Grove, CA
- Phone
- (714) 787-7542
- Address
- 1327 N. Fresno, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 266-1557
Happy Time Preschool receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise the staff's compassion, family-oriented approach, cleanliness, and structured environment, with some families having attended for decades. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about facility cleanliness, staff conduct, and child treatment.
- Address
- 4518 47th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 422-6777
Genius Kids has received consistently positive feedback from parents, particularly praising improvements made under new management. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, educational focus, clean facilities, and strong child development outcomes. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from the structured learning environment and individual attention.
- Address
- 2800 La Loma Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA
- Phone
- (916) 719-2261
Kinder World has highly mixed reviews. Most parents praise the educational approach, patient staff, and child development support, with several reporting multi-year positive experiences. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about administrative responsiveness and facility cleanliness issues.
- Address
- 6565 Belleau Wood Lane, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 422-5437
- Address
- 250 A Roswell Drive, Milpitas, CA
- Phone
- (408) 945-5583
- Address
- 498 North Valencia Blvd., Woodlake, CA
- Phone
- (559) 564-8668
- Address
- 1375 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 409-4200
Children's Paradise Inc. in Oceanside receives highly polarized reviews. Most reviews (5/5 stars) praise the caring, professional staff, cleanliness, and child development support. However, several 1-star reviews raise serious safety concerns including inappropriate bathroom supervision practices, inadequate injury prevention and monitoring, and allegations of physical discipline.
- Address
- 2017a Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 433-3800
- Address
- 993 Estudillo Avenue, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 895-9590
This facility receives predominantly positive reviews praising its friendly staff, clean renovated space, and variety of programs. However, some recent reviewers express concerns about overcrowding during peak hours, maintenance issues, and limited operating hours.
- Address
- 1011 Garfield Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 242-7135
- Address
- 950 Gilman Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 822-1699
- Address
- 9224 Regents Road, La Jolla, CA
- Phone
- (858) 246-0900
Unity Council Child Center receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the friendly staff, community resources, and helpful services, particularly for low-income families and people of color. However, some customers report poor customer service, including rudeness, unresponsiveness, and unresolved refund issues.
- Address
- 2615 E 15th St, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 535-2760
- Address
- 825 S. Chester Avenue, Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 631-7810
- Address
- 1044 W. 163rd Street, Gardena, CA
- Phone
- (310) 329-8654
- Address
- 10700 S. San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 756-1975
- Address
- 3900 Blue Bird Dr, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (209) 545-0339
- Address
- 2410 Janna Avenue, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (408) 556-7300
- Address
- 1147 R Street, Newman, CA
- Phone
- (209) 862-2744
- Address
- 226 S Blackstone, Tulare, CA
- Phone
- (559) 687-0925
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- 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