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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T.E.A.C.H. Budding Tree
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 311 W. First, Alturas, CA
- Phone
- (530) 233-4933
American Union Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2801 W Adams, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 495-5650
Big Creek Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 55190 Point Road, Big Creek, CA
- Phone
- (559) 893-3314
Biola Migrant & Seasonal Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 5022 N Madera Ave, Kerman, CA
- Phone
- (559) 843-2600
Bluff View Private Preschool Of Fresno
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7805 N Palm Ave, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 431-5437
Boris Preschool Cusd
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7071 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-9181
Brighten Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Brighten Academy Preschool has received mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the clean facility, engaged staff, developmental progress in children, and communication with parents. However, negative reviewers reported unprofessional staff conduct, feeling discriminated against, and poor overall experiences.
Clean facilityfriendly and engaged teachersgood communication with parents
- Address
- 2016 Shaw Avenue, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 299-8100
Brighten Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Brighten Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong academic preparation. However, a few parents report concerns about behavior management policies, food quality, and a serious incident involving owners.
Warm and welcoming staffstrong academic preparationdetailed communication about child progress
- Address
- 1825 Austin Ave., Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 294-1310
Calwa Malaga Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3910 S. Ward Avenue, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 497-1751
The Campus Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1345 N Willow, Ste 140, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 324-7946
Carden School Of Fresno
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6901 N Maple Ave, Suite 1, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 323-0126
Cd State Preschool-Harold L. Woods
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 700 Teague, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-8837
Central Unified Preschool At Biola
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4885 N. Biola Avenue, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 276-5235
Central U.D.S. Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5652 W. Gettysburg, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 247-4700
Cesar E. Chavez Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 Tuolumne, Parlier, CA
- Phone
- (559) 646-3595
Chapter One School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1362 L Street, Reedley, CA
- Phone
- (559) 638-8596
Charlie Keyan Armenian Community School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 108 N. Villa, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 323-1955
Child Development-State Preschool-Fancher Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5948 E. Tulare, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 251-6292
Child Development-State Preschool-Garfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1315 N. Peach, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-3402
Child Development-State Preschool-Gettysburg
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2100 Gettysburg Avenue, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-6963
Child Development-State Preschool-Lincoln
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 774 E. Alluvial Avenue, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 439-0282
Child Development-State Preschool-Nelson
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1336 W. Spruce, Pinedale, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-7697
Child Development-State Preschool-Pinedale
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7171 N. Sugarpine, Pinedale, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-7786
Child Development-State Preschool-Red Bank
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1454 Locan, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-7885
Child Development-State Preschool-Riverview
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2491 E. Behymer, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-8600
Child Development-State Ps-Temperance-Kutner
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1448 N. Armstrong, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 456-2081
Child Development - State Preschool - Tarpey
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2700 Minnewawa, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-8088
Child Development - State Preschool - Valley Oak
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 465 Champlain, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-8200
Child Development State Preschool Cox
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2191 Sierra, Clovis, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-9186
Child Development State Preschool Maple Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2025 E. Teague, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 327-7388
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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.