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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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Burbank Community Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
332 San Jose Ave, Burbank, CA
Phone
(818) 562-5461
Good Samaritan Infant/Toddler Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1350 Shatto Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 977-2355
Sunshine Community Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
2131 Tustin Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA
Phone
(949) 645-1969
My Second Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1011 Oak Grove Rd., Concord, CA
Phone
(925) 360-4598
Adventure Time - Brookvale
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
3400 Nicolet Avenue, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 797-5180
Childs-Pace
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1860 Anaheim Ave, Costa Mesa, CA
Phone
(949) 548-8849
Volunteers Of America-Wiley Canyon Head Start
Headstart Programs
3
Address
24240 La Glorita Circle, Newhall, CA
Phone
(818) 897-4124
Watsonville Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
32 Madison Street, Watsonville, CA
Phone
(831) 728-6280
E Center Hs Pgms - Sierra Del Oro Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2900 Lower Wyandotte Road, Oroville, CA
Phone
(530) 693-2307
Carousel Preschool And Daycare Center
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
5890 Cathy Avenue, Cypress, CA
Phone
(714) 828-7430
Bahia School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1718 - 8th Street, Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510) 524-7300
C.A.M.-Marin Head Start Hamilton Site (Inf)
Headstart Programs
3
Address
5520 Nave Drive, Novato, CA
Phone
(415) 883-5318
Mary L.Gimenez-Caulder Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

The reviews provided do not pertain to the Mary L. Gimenez-Caulder Center daycare. Instead, they describe Harbor Interfaith, a charitable organization offering assistance to homeless and low-income families in San Pedro. The reviews consistently praise Harbor Interfaith's shelter services, food pantry, clothing assistance, case workers, and housing programs.

Compassionate and dedicated staffclean and well-maintained facilitiescomprehensive assistance including fo
Address
670 W. 9th St., San Pedro, CA
Phone
(310) 831-0603
Kid'S Castle Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Kid's Castle has a strong historical reputation with some long-term families praising academic results and teacher dedication. However, recent reviews reveal significant concerns about staff professionalism, administrative accountability, inconsistent discipline practices, and a decline in quality since leadership changes.

Strong academic outcomes reported by long-term familiesphonics and math instruction methodsconsistent lesson planning from experienced teacher
Address
745 North La Brea Ave., Inglewood, CA
Phone
(310) 677-2997
Peppertree Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
2.9

Peppertree Pre School receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teacher quality, nurturing care, and developmental focus, but significant concerns about administrative mismanagement, deposit handling, staffing inconsistencies, and transparency issues. Positive reviews highlight caring staff and educational approach, while negative reviews cite communication problems, delayed refunds, potential discriminatory practices, and understaffing during visits.

Warm and nu
Address
16035 Los Gatos-Almaden Road, Los Gatos, CA
Phone
(408) 356-3211
Storybook Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Storybook Schoolhouse has highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, nurturing environment, and quality early childhood education, while others report serious safety incidents, staff burnout, inadequate communication about health issues, and unprofessional conduct by leadership.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and nurturing environmentstrong early childhood development curriculum
Address
794 E. 3rd Avenue, Chico, CA
Phone
(530) 895-8793
A Better Choice Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9
Address
3225 E. Gettysburg Avenue, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 227-5437
Lakeside Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Lakeside Academy receives mixed reviews with a significant divide in parent experiences. Three parents praised the caring staff, educational programs, and Christian emphasis, while eight parents reported serious concerns including abrupt dismissals, poor hygiene, frequent illness, rude staff, lack of communication, and unauthorized charges.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong educational programsChristian emphasis
Address
12303 Ridgecrest Road, Victorville, CA
Phone
(760) 245-8680
Small World Child Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Small World Child Education Center receives polarized reviews with strong support from long-term families praising academic excellence, character development, and in-house meals, but serious concerns from other parents about harsh discipline and staff conduct. The 2.9/5 rating reflects a significant divide between satisfied families and those reporting abusive treatment.

Above-average curriculumcharacter and Christian values educationhands-on principal involvemen
Address
15750 San Fernando Mission Blv, Granada Hills, CA
Phone
(818) 363-3684
Ruthie Keener Early Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
1105 N. Sacramento Street, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 939-9270
Royal Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
2.8
Address
18740 Vanowen Street, Reseda, CA
Phone
(818) 343-1525
Montessori School At Washington Avenue
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
14795 Washington Avenue, San Leandro, CA
Phone
(510) 357-8432
Providence Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Providence Preschool receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise the preschool program, staff quality, and developmental outcomes for their children, numerous reviewers report significant administrative and customer service issues, including scheduling problems, long wait times, rude receptionists, and poor communication.

Friendly and caring teaching staffchild development and social growthcomprehensive evaluations and hearing tests
Address
1301 Providence Ave, Orange, CA
Phone
(714) 639-4990
Ready Get Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Ready Set Grow has mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise the staff and their experience, multiple parents report serious issues including staff misconduct causing injuries, poor hygiene, inadequate supervision, overcrowding, and lack of follow-through on promises.

Friendly staffpositive experience for some families
Address
525 S. Stewart Dr., Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 339-3850
Chico Community Day Care Infant/Toddler Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
2224 Elm Street, Chico, CA
Phone
(530) 891-5363
Noah'S Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
720 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Phone
(831) 476-2000
Creative Child Care INC. - Conway
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
742 Dallas Avenue, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 465-3851
Ecs Montgomery Head Start
Headstart Programs
2.8

ECS Montgomery Head Start has polarizing reviews. Some parents report positive experiences with caring staff, bilingual education, and children enjoying school. However, multiple parents cite serious concerns including poor communication, failure to report injuries, unprofessional staff behavior, and lack of adherence to safety protocols.

Bilingual English/Spanish instructionteachers described as amazing and caringchildren eager to attend
Address
3240 Palm Avenue, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 424-4027
Creative Child Care INC @ Widmer Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
751 Stonebridge Lane, Lathrop, CA
Phone
(209) 941-9100
Capc - Emerald Pointe (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
9537 Kelley Drive, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 851-3479

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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.