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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Golden West Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
3
- Address
- 1239 E. Main St., Ventura, CA
- Phone
- (805) 648-1437
La Academia De Bahia
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1718-8th Street, Berkeley, CA
- Phone
- (510) 524-7300
Orfalea Family Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- West Campus Ucsb, Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 893-3665
Ncoe - Napa Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 2097 Imola Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-6882
Santa Monica-Malibu Usd/Pine Street H.S./S.P.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 734 Pine Street, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 399-5865
Lily Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 610 S. Kingsley Drive, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 739-5744
Lincoln'S Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 2223 Plant Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 798-8647
Look Who'S Learning Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1491 O'Farrell Street, San Pedro, CA
- Phone
- (310) 521-9277
Loyola Marymount University Children'S Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1 Lmu Dr, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 258-8900
M A W Children'S Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 5510 Clark Ave, Lakewood, CA
- Phone
- (562) 867-4083
Kodomo No Ie
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
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- Address
- 201 N. San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel, CA
- Phone
- (626) 286-4572
La Esperanza Head Start
Headstart Programs
3
- Address
- 11329 Valerio St, Sun Valley, CA
- Phone
- (818) 764-0320
La Santa Cruz State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 2747 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 262-1123
Hollister Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 331 Gateway Drive, Hollister, CA
- Phone
- (831) 635-9284
Kinderwood Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 5560 Entrada Cedros, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 363-1366
Lidia'S Preschool And Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 637 Calero Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (669) 234-7886
Kiddie Kingdom
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1121 South Oro Avenue, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 462-3730
Good Samaritan Hospital Pre-School Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1350 Shatto St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 977-2355
Mount St. Mary'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 10 Chester Place, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 477-2977
Nessah Hebrew Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 142 S. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA
- Phone
- (310) 281-0725
Oak Tree Day School
Before or After School Daycare
3
- Address
- 456 W. Orange Grove Avenue, Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 620-1200
Rolling Hills United Methodist Preschool-At Walter
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 3646 Newton Street, Torrance, CA
- Phone
- (424) 247-7377
Mt. Whitney Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 223 E. Locust Street, Lone Pine, CA
- Phone
- (760) 876-8252
Little Pioneers Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1996 Bertussi Lane, El Centro, CA
- Phone
- (760) 353-4493
Heritage Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
3
- Address
- 2032 Orange Ave., Costa Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (949) 531-2041
Little Star Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 8760 Cerritos Avenue, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 821-3520
Mariners Church Preschool
Church Daycare
3
- Address
- 5001 Newport Coast Drive, Irvine, CA
- Phone
- (949) 854-7030
Nmusd College Park Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 2380 Norte Dame Road, Costa Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (714) 424-7960
Rainbow Montessori Of Marin
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 270 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 381-5666
Our Lady Of Mercy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1400 East 27th Street, Merced, CA
- Phone
- (209) 722-6657
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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.