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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Head Start - Pine Grove
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 900-A Pine Grove Road, Crescent City, CA
- Phone
- (707) 465-6737
Ramon Garza Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2901 Center Street, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 631-3114
Growing Together Preschool @ San Andreas Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 255 Lewis Ave, San Andreas, CA
- Phone
- (209) 754-2366
Mother Lode Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 18393 Gardner Ave, Tuolumne, CA
- Phone
- (209) 928-1916
Growing Together Preschool @ Valley Springs Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 240 Pine Street, Valley Springs, CA
- Phone
- (209) 754-2141
Resource Connection Of Amador&Calaveras-Vly Spgs (V.S.Elem School)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 240 Pine St., Valley Springs, CA
- Phone
- (209) 754-3114
Grand Lake Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 466 Chetwood St, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 836-4313
Hearts And Hands Christian Childcare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Hearts and Hands Christian Childcare & Preschool in Fremont receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong academic progress, emotional development, and a Christ-centered curriculum, while also noting the school's welcoming approach to families of diverse backgrounds and beliefs. The facility is commended for safety measures, engaging hands-on learning, and fostering strong community connections.
caring and attentive teacherssafe environment with security measuresChrist-based curriculum
- Address
- 4111 Alder Avenue, Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 792-6200
City Kids La
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5517 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 447-5437
City Terrace
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3260 Marengo Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 526-1400
Cii/Good Tidings Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7011 South San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 385-5100
Cii/Green Meadows Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 8835 S. Avalon Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 385-5100
Cii/La Va Read Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 501 W. 80th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 385-5100
Clyde Woodworth State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3200 West 104th Street, Inglewood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 419-2691
Columbus State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 425 W. Milford Street, Glendale, CA
- Phone
- (818) 241-3111
Community Dev. Center INC.-Friendship Children Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 530 West Alondra Boulevard, Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 632-4131
Corona Elementary School Pkflp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3825 Bell Avenue, Rm. 13, Bell, CA
- Phone
- (323) 560-1323
The Country Schools
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5243 Laurel Canyon Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (818) 769-2473
Claremont Presbyterian Church Children'S Center
Church Daycare
- Address
- 1111 North Mountain, Claremont, CA
- Phone
- (909) 626-6261
Culver City Uni. Scho. Dist. - La Ballona Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10915 Washington B.Vd., Culver City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 842-4344
Culver City Uni. Sch. Dist.- Linwood Howe Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4100 Irving Place, Culver City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 204-1317
Cuddles Creative Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13416 S. Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 327-4348
C.S.U.N. Preschool Child & Family Studies Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18330 Halsted St., Northridge, CA
- Phone
- (818) 677-3131
De Anza School Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 12820 East Bess St., Baldwin Park, CA
- Phone
- (818) 962-3311
Cielito Lindo Montessori School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 101 Gold Mine Drive, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (619) 931-3419
French American Intnl School (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1155 Page Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 231-5733
Bret Harte Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1300 Letts Ave., Corcoran, CA
- Phone
- (559) 992-2188
Baywood Elementary School-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1330 9th Street, Los Osos, CA
- Phone
- (805) 534-2856
California State Preschool At Nipomo
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 525 North Thompson Ave, Nipomo, CA
- Phone
- (805) 929-1114
Capslo - Oceano Migrant Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1800 Wilmar Ave., Unit B, Oceano, CA
- Phone
- (805) 489-8125
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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.