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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San Mateo-Foster City Schl Dist - George Hall
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 130 San Miguel, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 312-7533
San Mateo-Foster City Schl Dist - Fiesta Gardens
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1001 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 312-7737
Santa Cruz Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 6230 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA
- Phone
- (831) 476-1646
Santa Clarita State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 27177 Seco Canyon Road, Saugus, CA
- Phone
- (661) 294-5300
Santa Catalina Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1500 Mark Thomas Drive, Monterey, CA
- Phone
- (831) 655-9363
Santa Lucia Migrant Seasonal Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 618 Walnut Avenue, Greenfield, CA
- Phone
- (831) 674-5725
Greenfield Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 490 El Camino Real, Greenfield, CA
- Phone
- (831) 674-0189
Valle Lindo State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1515 Oleander Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-5151
Russell Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1263 East Firestone Blvd., #20, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 582-7247
Rusd/Lincoln High School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4341 Victoria Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7371
University Heights Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2066 Avy Avenue, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 854-6993
Rusd/Patricia Beatty Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4261 Latham Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 276-2070
Rusd/Pachappa Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 6200 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7355
Rusd/Mt. View Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 6180 Streeter Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7433
University City United Church Nursery School
Church Daycare
- Address
- 2877 Governor Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 455-0336
Rusd/Monroe Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8535 Garfield Ave, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-8241
Pvsd-Dos Caminos Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3635 Appian Way, Camarillo, CA
- Phone
- (805) 482-9894
Rsd-Harvest Valley Head Start And State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 29955 Watson Road, Romoland, CA
- Phone
- (951) 928-2915
Rsd-Boulder Ridge Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 27327 Junipero Road, Menifee, CA
- Phone
- (951) 723-8931
Rusd/Magnolia Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3975 Maplewood Place, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7274
Pusd - Wiilow Cove Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1880 Hanlon Way, Pittsburg, CA
- Phone
- (925) 473-4370
Kce Champions @ Castle View Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6201 Shaker Drive, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 786-9025
Pusd - Stoneman Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2929 Loveridge Rd, Pittsburg, CA
- Phone
- (925) 473-2430
Rusd/Madison Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3635 Madison Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-8236
Rusd/Longfellow Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3610 Eucalyptus Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 788-7335
Sunrise Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1201 Yanonali St., Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 560-0855
Sausd/Pio Pico Elem. School Readiness Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 931 West Highland, Santa Ana, CA
- Phone
- (714) 972-7500
Palmdale Usd-Wilsona H.S.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 41625 170th St. East, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (661) 273-4710
Pusd - Parkside Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 985 West 17th Street, Pittsburg, CA
- Phone
- (925) 473-4370
Rusd/Liberty Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 9631 Hayes Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 352-8225
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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.