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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Cali Calmecac Extended Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9491 Starr Road, Windsor, CA
- Phone
- (707) 838-3859
Options-State Preschool-Loma Vista
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11544 Mina Ave., South Whittier, CA
- Phone
- (562) 944-9983
Claire'S Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7331 Beech Avenue, Orangevale, CA
- Phone
- (916) 987-1533
Coleman Head Start & Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 6545 Beech Ave., Orangevale, CA
- Phone
- (916) 988-7130
Cordova Meadows Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2550 La Loma Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA
- Phone
- (916) 363-3818
Cornerstone Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5073 Andrea Blvd, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 332-4070
Cosumnes River College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8401 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 691-7380
Discovery Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5613 G Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 739-1462
Discovery Tree School-Tad Lane
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7545 Tad Lane, Citrus Heights, CA
- Phone
- (916) 726-0661
Discovery Tree School - P Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1025 P Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 554-0310
Dmv Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for the California DMV. There are no actual parent reviews of DMV Child Care Center available.
None relevant to daycare services
- Address
- 2415 First Ave, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 736-1872
Earl Warren Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5420 Lowell Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 382-5934
El Rancho Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5636 El Camino Ave, Carmichael, CA
- Phone
- (916) 482-8656
Elder Creek Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7800 Lemon Hill Ave, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 454-8194
Elk Grove Montessori School (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8842 Williamson Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 685-6540
Ethel Phillips Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2930 21st Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 277-6780
Fairbanks Twilight Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 227 Fairbanks Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 643-8640
Florence Markofer Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9759 Tralee Way, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 686-5042
Florin Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 7300 Kara Drive, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 383-0530
Folsom Educational Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 381 South Lexington Dr, #100, Folsom, CA
- Phone
- (916) 790-8599
Folsom Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 502 Riley Street, Folsom, CA
- Phone
- (916) 351-0345
Franklin Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4011 Hood-Franklin Road, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-4061
Freeport Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2118 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 433-2777
Garden Valley School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3601 Larchwood Drive, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 643-8750
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools
The Goddard School of Rancho Cordova receives universally positive reviews from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring and engaged staff, strong curriculum, and clean facilities. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas.
Caring and engaged teachersexcellent curriculumclean and safe facilities
- Address
- 10710 Bear Hollow Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA
- Phone
- (916) 861-0906
Arcata Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2400 Baldwin Street, Arcata, CA
- Phone
- (707) 826-0243
The Children'S Cottage Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1807 Harrison Avenue, Eureka, CA
- Phone
- (707) 445-4383
Cuddeback Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 Wilder Road, Carlotta, CA
- Phone
- (707) 768-3372
Blessed Beginnings Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 950 West Laurel, Willows, CA
- Phone
- (530) 934-5790
Chapman Street Head Start A-B-C
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 124 E. Chapman Street, Orland, CA
- Phone
- (530) 865-1143
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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.