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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Estrada Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1320 Concord Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (626) 572-5107
La Jolla Infant Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6580 Soledad Mountain Road, La Jolla, CA
- Phone
- (858) 454-8019
Children'S Institute INC. (Infants)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Children's Institute Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reviewers praising the staff's friendliness, helpfulness, and quality care for infants. Parents appreciate the organization, supportive environment, and the facility's ability to help both children and families. One reviewer gave a lower rating based on a brief visit.
Friendly and helpful staffgood child care qualitywell-organized
- Address
- 711 S. New Hampshire Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 385-5100
Evergreen Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2038 E. Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 460-0468
Fairway Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 19560 E. Walnut Drive South, Rowland Heights, CA
- Phone
- (909) 869-5965
Faith Baptist School - Four-Year Kindergarten
Church Daycare
- Address
- 7644 Farralone Ave., Canoga Park, CA
- Phone
- (818) 340-6131
Montessori School Of San Dimas
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 730 E. Foothill Blvd., San Dimas, CA
- Phone
- (909) 599-7774
Capc - Villalovoz
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1550 Cypress Drive, Tracy, CA
- Phone
- (209) 834-1850
Ccci@Team Charter Bianchi School-Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1016 East Bianchi Road, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 941-9100
Clairmont State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8282 Le Mans Avenue, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 953-8284
Colonial Heights State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8135 Balboa Avenue, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 953-8734
Creative Child Care INC @ Fremont Street Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2295 E. Fremont St, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 323-4335
Creative Child Care INC-Joshua Cowell
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 740 Pestana Ave., Manteca, CA
- Phone
- (209) 239-0471
Creative Child Care INC. @ Neil Hafley
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 849 Northgate Drive, Manteca, CA
- Phone
- (209) 941-9100
Edison Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 100 W. Dr. Mlk Jr. Blvd, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 933-7425
Elmwood Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 840 S. Cardinal, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 933-7180
Montessori School Of Manhattan Beach - #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 315 S. Peck, Manhattan Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 379-9462
Fillmore Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2644 E. Poplar Street, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 933-7185
Franklin High School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4600 E. Fremont Street, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 933-7435
Fremont Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2021 E. Flora, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 933-7385
George Kelly Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 535 Mabel Josephine Drive, Tracy, CA
- Phone
- (209) 830-6547
George W. Bush Elementary School (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5420 Fred Russo Drive, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 933-7350
Felton State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10417 Felton Avenue, Lennox, CA
- Phone
- (310) 330-4925
Fernangeles Elementary School Room 9
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12001 Art Street, Sun Valley, CA
- Phone
- (818) 767-0380
Field Early Childhood Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3600 E. Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 351-8812
First Presbyterian Church Preparatory School
Church Daycare
- Address
- 10400 Zelzah Avenue, Northridge, CA
- Phone
- (818) 368-7254
First Presbyterian Church Weekday Nursery School
Church Daycare
- Address
- 101 E. Foothill, Monrovia, CA
- Phone
- (626) 359-3453
First Steps Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3950 Foothill Blvd, La Crescenta, CA
- Phone
- (818) 957-6364
Flanner Head Start Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1314 N. Leborgne, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 931-3161
Fnc Community Development Corporation Daycare Cnt.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1555 W. 108th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 756-2541
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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.