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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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Colonial House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1124 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 825-7099
Columbia Plaza Early Childhood Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12830 Columbia Way (Clark), Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 803-6229
Montessori School-Eureka
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5306 E. Arbor Rd, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 421-5505
Congregational Church Of The Chimes Nursery Schoo
Church Daycare
5

Church of the Chimes is a religious facility in Sherman Oaks with consistently positive reviews praising its welcoming community and peaceful atmosphere. Parents highlight the beautiful campus, friendly staff, and various group activities including swim lessons. The facility is noted for its convenient location and ample parking.

Warm and welcoming congregationbeautiful campus with treesswimming pool with lessons
Address
14115 Magnolia Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA
Phone
(818) 789-7124
Ymca-Eisenhower
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
277 Rodonovan Drive, Santa Clara, CA
Phone
(408) 249-5330
Cottage Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Cottage Nursery School for its play-based, social-emotional learning approach and caring community atmosphere. Multiple families report their children thriving and feeling safe, with long-term enrollment spanning years. Teachers are highlighted as exceptional professionals who treat children with respect and intentionality.

Play-based learning approachsocial-emotional development focuscaring and engaged teachers
Address
169 West Arlington Drive, Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 799-0387
Covenant Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
21209 S. Claretta, Hawaiian Gardens, CA
Phone
(562) 402-8330
Covina Educational Center State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
160 N. Barranca, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 974-4204
Creative Angels Preschool & Kindergarden
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1725 N. Mariposa Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 660-9934
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10910 Paramount Blvd., Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 861-8654
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10819 New Street, Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 861-2285
Creative Center For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Creative Center for Children receives consistently high praise from parents for its experienced leadership under Director Angela de Silva, caring and knowledgeable teachers, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Parents highlight the warm, play-based learning environment, excellent facilities, and practical amenities like extended hours and organic lunch options that support working families.

Experienced and compassionate director and teacherswarm and welcoming communitystrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
10547 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 475-9004
Creative Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1203 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA
Phone
(310) 546-6540
Discovery Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Discovery Montessori School in West Covina receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Children show notable improvements in speech, language development, independence, and social skills within their first months of attendance. Parents praise the caring, skilled staff and well-organized activities, though some children initially experience adjustment challenges during drop-off.

Speech and language developmentimproved independence and social skillscaring
Address
2451 E. Garvey Ave. North, West Covina, CA
Phone
(909) 632-6411
Do Re Me Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2829 W. Vernon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 296-1954
Door Of Hope Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents praise Door of Hope Children's Center for being caring and loving with genuine staff. The center is recognized for its community involvement, including food banks, homelessness awareness, and support for underserved populations. Reviews highlight their commitment to community service and social awareness.

Caring and loving staffcommunity engagementfood bank programs
Address
1327 S Atlantic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 262-2777
Dorothy Ahrens Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Dorothy Ahrens Nursery School receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the safe, caring environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and learning effectively, with many citing long-term family loyalty spanning decades.

Safe environmentcaring and friendly staffchildren happy and well-cared for
Address
4960 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 423-3880
Dove Day School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Dove Day School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, engaged staff and clean, well-organized facilities. Parents highlight the school's family-oriented atmosphere, individualized attention to children's needs, and effective educational preparation for kindergarten. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and strong emotional connections to the school community.

Caring and engaged staffclean and safe facilitieshands-on leadership
Address
908 W. Arrow Highway, San Dimas, CA
Phone
(909) 599-2299
Dreamland Child Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1641 Centinela Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 828-8454
Eagles Nest Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
641 Sheldon Street, El Segundo, CA
Phone
(310) 615-2650
Early Years Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14701 Burbank Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA
Phone
(818) 904-3354
The Early Years School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise The Early Years School for its nurturing, child-centered approach to early education. Reviewers highlight the small class sizes, experienced teachers, strong social-emotional learning focus, and sense of community partnership with families.

Low teacher-child ratiosexperienced and caring staff (some with 20+ years tenure)child-centered philosophy
Address
302 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 394-0463
East Whittier Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9951 S. Mills Avenue, Whittier, CA
Phone
(562) 907-1840
Fair Avenue Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11300 Kittridge St., North Hollywood, CA
Phone
(818) 985-1790
Creative Mind Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Creative Mind Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and supportive community environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and behavioral areas. The school is noted for excellent communication, enriching programs, and creating a safe, happy space where children thrive.

Dedicated and loving teachersstrong communication and incident reportingvar
Address
5262 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 660-7529
Crenshaw Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4914 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 296-4611
Crescenta-Canada Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Crescenta-Canada Nursery School as a warm, nurturing co-op preschool with an exceptional director and caring teachers. Families highlight the strong sense of community, play-based learning, and positive long-term impact on their children's development and social skills.

Warm and nurturing environmentexceptional director (Mrs. Michelle)caring and patient teachers
Address
1700 Foothill Blvd., La Canada Flintridge, CA
Phone
(818) 952-2524
Crestwood Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Crestwood Hills as an exceptional preschool with a unique natural setting in the Santa Monica Mountains, dedicated long-term staff, and a strong cooperative community model. Families highlight the play-based curriculum, individualized attention to child development, and meaningful parent involvement as key strengths that set it apart from other Los Angeles preschools.

Beautiful natural outdoor settingexperienced and caring teachers with long tenureplay-based developmental curriculum
Address
1000 Hanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 472-5233
Crestwood Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Crestwood Hills as an exceptional preschool featuring a play-based curriculum in a natural outdoor setting within the Santa Monica Mountains. The school is noted for its highly experienced and caring staff, cooperative parent involvement model, and strong sense of community. Multiple families report enrolling multiple children and traveling significant distances specifically to attend.

Beautiful natural setting in the hillsexperienced and long-tenured teachersplay-based developmental approach
Address
986 Hanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 472-1566
Crystal Stairs INC.- Sullivan
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
725 W. Raymond Street, Compton, CA
Phone
(310) 933-0760

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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.