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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Fremont Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4760 Thornton Avenue, Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 744-2260
Fusd - Cabrillo State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 36700 San Pedro Drive, Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 792-3015
Fusd - Grimmer State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 43030 Newport Drive, Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 668-1543
El Segundo Co Op Nursery School Group
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 E Pine Ave, El Segundo, CA
- Phone
- (310) 524-2892
The Edsperience Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2411 Slauson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 750-5561
Educare Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 525 N.Market Street, Inglewood, CA
- Phone
- (424) 207-4725
Egremont Schools INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 19850 Devonshire, Chatsworth, CA
- Phone
- (818) 363-7803
El Sereno Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3838 Rosemead Avenue, Rm K-2, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 222-3389
Fusd/Oak Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14200 Live Oak Avenue, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5696
Fusd/Oleander Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8650 Oleander Avenue, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5700
Fusd/Palmetto Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 9325 Palmetto Avenue, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5710
Fusd/Poplar Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9937 Poplar Avenue, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5720
Fusd/Randall-Pepper
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 16613 Randall Ave., Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5739
Fusd/Redwood Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8570 Redwood Avenue, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5740
Fusd/Shadow Hills Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14300 Shadow Drive, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5750
Fusd/South Tamarind Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8561 Tamarind Ave., Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5760
Fusd/Tokay Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7846 Tokay Avenue, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5770
Fusd/West Randall Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 15620 Randall Ave., Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 357-5780
Cottage State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2221 Morse Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 575-2306
Country Oaks Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2661 Northrup Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 484-1441
Coyle Ave Head Start & State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 6330 Coyle Ave., Carmichael, CA
- Phone
- (916) 867-2015
David Reese Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7600 Lindale Drive, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 422-2450
Taft Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 819 6th St., Taft, CA
- Phone
- (661) 336-5236
Taft College Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 729 Ash Street, Taft, CA
- Phone
- (661) 763-7850
Teddy Bears Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 210 Porter Driv, Suite 110, San Ramon, CA
- Phone
- (925) 838-4148
Theresa Hughes Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4242 Clara Street K-4, Cudahay, CA
- Phone
- (323) 560-4422
Volunteers Of America/Pueblo De Ninos-Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 11630 Hesby Street, North Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (818) 766-8103
The Waverly School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 67 W. Bellevue, Pasadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 792-5940
Wayside Elementary School Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1000 Ming St., Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 631-4594
Weldon State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 150 Dewitt, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-8385
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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.