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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- Address
- 3900 Violet Street, La Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (619) 825-5600
- Address
- 3845 Spring Drive, Spring Valley, CA
- Phone
- (619) 713-2262
- Address
- 10235-A Ramona Drive, Spring Valley, CA
- Phone
- (619) 660-9772
- Address
- 490 Farragut Circle, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 593-8010
- Address
- 3920 North Granada, Spring Valley, CA
- Phone
- (619) 670-6101
- Address
- 905 Grand Avenue, Spring Valley, CA
- Phone
- (619) 460-6710
- Address
- 7520 El Cajon Blvd, Ste 201/203, La Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (619) 463-1093
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- 6620 Marlowe Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 795-4650
- Address
- 9119 Jamacha Rd. Ste. 100a, Spring Valley, CA
- Phone
- (619) 461-8200
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- 4680 Hidalgo Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 273-3415
- Address
- 7059 San Miguel, Lemon Grove, CA
- Phone
- (619) 460-6611
- Address
- 8111 San Vicente Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 469-6139
- Address
- 4041 T Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 264-4896
- Address
- 1844 South 40th Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 362-4100
- Address
- 2445 Fogg Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 800-5700
Big Future Preschool Poway receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All five reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and clean environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending and feel safe in the school's care.
- Address
- 15010 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
- Phone
- (858) 883-2985
Big Future Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 of 9 reviews giving 5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, strong community atmosphere, and balanced approach to learning and fun. One parent felt the school lacked distinctive features compared to their previous experience.
- Address
- 2634 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 473-8531
- Address
- 9863 Oakmont Terrace, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3678
- Address
- 625 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 656-0141
- Address
- 580 Circle J Dr, Borrego Springs, CA
- Phone
- (760) 767-3658
- Address
- 1315 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA
- Phone
- (760) 767-5333
- Address
- 1390 E. Broadway, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 401-6379
Parents consistently praise the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego Escondido location for its caring and attentive staff, engaging programs, and clean facilities. Children enjoy various activities including sports, art projects, computer lab, and homework support. The center offers both after-school and summer camp programs with strong security measures.
- Address
- 115 W. Woodward Ave, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 746-3315
Bright Horizons at Del Mar receives consistently excellent reviews from parents whose children attended for multiple years. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong curriculum, and exceptional teachers—particularly Ms. Angel in the kindergarten/TK classroom. Children reportedly develop strong academic skills, confidence, and social-emotional foundations while feeling genuinely loved and supported.
- Address
- 3720 Arroyo Sorrento Road, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 509-0419
Bright Horizons at Encinitas receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring teachers, nurturing environment, and children's academic and social development. However, one parent reported a negative experience with their daughter's teacher, citing lack of warmth, empathy, and effort to welcome a mid-year enrollee, leading them to transfer to another facility.
- Address
- 1430 Amargosa, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 942-0500
Bright Horizons at Tierrasanta has received 10 five-star reviews and 1 one-star review. The positive reviews consistently praise the warm, experienced teachers, strong curriculum, secure environment, and individualized attention to children's development. One parent reported being denied enrollment after a trial visit, citing concerns about how the center handled disclosure of their child's behavioral challenges.
- Address
- 6090 Santo Road, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 467-1800
- Address
- 2146 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 652-4500
- Address
- 4370 Kamloop Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 273-3003
- Address
- 1005 S Anza Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3116
- Address
- 2962 Jamul Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-6150
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- 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
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