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 |
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Building Kidz Of Ssf INC.(Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 600 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (650) 837-9348
Wasco Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 617 6th Street, Wasco, CA
- Phone
- (661) 758-5611
Hiram Johnson Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 3535 65th Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 277-6767
Homeroom Hourly Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1820 Marron Road, Suite Q-7, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 936-6722
Psd/South Redlands Headstart/State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 732 N 3rd Ave, Upland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 798-2690
Warner'S Granite Bay Country Day School
Before or After School Daycare
3
- Address
- 6015 Seven Cedars Place, Granite Bay, CA
- Phone
- (916) 797-0222
Little Lulu'S Preschool/Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 2725 Minta Lane, Antioch, CA
- Phone
- (925) 754-7771
Laura'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 481 E. 5th Ave., Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 343-1516
Cccds - Stonum Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1336 Stonum Road, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (209) 581-9180
West Hills College Coalinga Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1510 Falcon Lane, Coalinga, CA
- Phone
- (559) 934-2392
Conejo Valley Ymca Mountain Meadows Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 4200 Mountain Meadows Drive, Moorpark, CA
- Phone
- (805) 630-8197
Tiny Tots Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 250 Northgate Drive, Manteca, CA
- Phone
- (209) 294-9803
Whispering Oak Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 8085 Oak Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA
- Phone
- (916) 722-8118
Chico Community Children'S Center - Eaton Rd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1270 Eaton Rd., Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 343-9349
Enchanted Play Infant & Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Enchanted Play receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents who highlight warm staff, clean facilities, and good communication, but serious concerns from other parents regarding child safety and management issues.
Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and cozy environment
- Address
- 3312 Esplanade, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 715-0436
Stanton Head Start
Headstart Programs
3
- Address
- 8050 Chapman Avenue, Stanton, CA
- Phone
- (714) 230-3814
C.A.M.- Marin Head Start Meadow Park (Inf)
Headstart Programs
3
- Address
- 5 Hutchins Way, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 884-2004
Shady Creek Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 405 Mill Street, Mt. Shasta, CA
- Phone
- (530) 926-0867
C.A.M.-Marin Head Start Ivc (Inf)
Headstart Programs
3
- Address
- 1800 Ignacio Blvd., Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 883-2211
Loyola Marymount University Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 1 Lmu Dr, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 258-8900
Building Kidz Of Ssf INC. (Infant)
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 600 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (650) 837-9348
Little Friends Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 5688 North 1st, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 439-2213
Grossmont College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 644-7715
Burbank Community Ymca School Aged Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 332 E. San Jose Avenue, Burbank, CA
- Phone
- (818) 562-5461
Southeast Rio Vista Ymca-Rio Vista Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 3355 Gage Avenue, Huntington Park, CA
- Phone
- (323) 585-4802
Tots University
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 7890 Oxbow Lane, Dublin, CA
- Phone
- (925) 833-9002
Trf/Hawthorne Plaza Head Start
Headstart Programs
3
- Address
- 4300-A West 120th Street, Hawthorne, CA
- Phone
- (424) 236-4355
Wasco Child Development Center-H Street Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 764 H Street, Wasco, CA
- Phone
- (661) 758-5611
Winzler Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
- Address
- 719 Creighton Street, Eureka, CA
- Phone
- (707) 441-2498
Wonder Window Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Wonder Window has mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents but serious concerns from others. Positive reviewers highlight kind staff, religious education, and kindergarten preparation, while negative reviewers report poor communication, lack of academic progress, high illness rates, and inconsistent program offerings.
Kind and patient staffreligious/Bible educationkindergarten preparation
- Address
- 8001 Panorama Drive, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 871-7051
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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.