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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C.A.M.- Marin Head Start Lynwood (Ps)
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1320 Lynwood Drive, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 883-3791
C.A.M.-Canal Child Care Center (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 215 Mission Avenue, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 457-1444
C.A.M.-Hamilton Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 531 Hamilton Parkway, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 883-4313
C.A.M.-Manzanita Children'S Ctr Preschool Half Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 630 Drake Ave., Suite C, Marin City, CA
- Phone
- (415) 332-3460
C.A.M.-Marin Head Start Bahia Vista (Ps)
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 125 Bahia Way, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 485-2419
C.A.M.-Marin Head Start Greenfield (Ps)
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 199 Greenfield, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 454-1243
C.A.M.- Marin Head Start San Pedro (Ps)
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 498 Point San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 485-2450
Nlmusd Head Start/State Ps-New River Elementary
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 13432 S. Halcourt Avenue, Norwalk, CA
- Phone
- (562) 868-9848
Gga Kids Marin
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 201 Seminary Drive, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 408-6868
Brookside Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- Spruce And Lincoln Way, Willits, CA
- Phone
- (707) 459-7844
Aileen Colburn Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2201 Heller Avenue, Atwater, CA
- Phone
- (209) 357-6136
Alexander Street Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 201 E Alexander, Merced, CA
- Phone
- (209) 383-1232
Calpella Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 151 Moore Street, Ukiah, CA
- Phone
- (707) 472-5675
Gan Israel Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18181 Burbank Blvd, Tarzana, CA
- Phone
- (818) 758-3838
Garden Of Progress Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 360 S. Gless St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 264-4039
Garfield Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 7425 South Garfield Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA
- Phone
- (562) 927-1915
Gault St. Elementary School Cspp Rm. 28
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17000 Gault Street, Van Nuys, CA
- Phone
- (818) 343-1933
Geddes
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14600 Cavette Place, Baldwin Park, CA
- Phone
- (626) 337-2711
George De La Torre Jr. Elementary School Laup
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 North Island Ave., Rm. K-3, Wilmington, CA
- Phone
- (310) 847-1400
Gilbert A. Cedillo Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2141 Workman, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 225-9792
Glazier Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 10932 E. Excelsior Dr., Norwalk, CA
- Phone
- (562) 863-8796
Glendale Adv. Med. Ctr. Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 395 Merrill Avenue, Glendale, CA
- Phone
- (818) 409-8184
Burns Valley Early Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3620 Pine, Clearlake, CA
- Phone
- (707) 994-4137
East Lake Early Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13050 High Valley Road, Clearlake Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (707) 998-3387
Maof Child Care Center-Santa Ana
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2033 West Edinger Street, Santa Ana, CA
- Phone
- (714) 557-2686
Crossroads Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17755 Road 26, Madera, CA
- Phone
- (559) 662-1624
Morningside Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8722 Crenshaw Blvd., Inglewood, CA
- Phone
- (323) 750-7889
Easton Arcola Migrant Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 29551 Avenue 8, Madera, CA
- Phone
- (559) 673-0417
Fairmead Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 22850 Road 19 1/2, Chowchilla, CA
- Phone
- (559) 665-5559
Asjusd/San Juan Mi Escuelita Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 100 Nyland Drive, San Juan Bautista, CA
- Phone
- (831) 623-4538
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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.