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 |
Religious / Church Based Daycare
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Brawley Union High School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 480 N. Imperial Avenue, Brawley, CA
- Phone
- (760) 312-6087
Big Springs State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7405 Highway A-12, Montague, CA
- Phone
- (530) 459-3981
Butte Valley Montessori Children'S House INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 610 W. Third St., Dorris, CA
- Phone
- (530) 397-2293
Chestnut Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 520-522 Chestnut Street, Mt. Shasta, CA
- Phone
- (530) 926-0404
Fort Jones Elementary State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11501 Mathews Street, Fort Jones, CA
- Phone
- (530) 468-2412
Akers Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- Constellation Ave, Bldg #968, Nas Lemoore, CA
- Phone
- (559) 589-7075
Options-State Preschool-Ybarra
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1300 S. Brea Canyon Cutoff, Walnut, CA
- Phone
- (626) 854-3449
Apple Pie School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- Ca 1 At Captain Cooper School, Big Sur, CA
- Phone
- (831) 667-2921
Options - Early Learning Center - Ybarra
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1300 Brea Canyon Cut Off, Walnut, CA
- Phone
- (909) 444-8362
Carmel Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8460 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA
- Phone
- (831) 624-8047
Cclc Preschool At Monterey Presidio
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1608 Private Bolio Road, Monterey, CA
- Phone
- (831) 647-1880
Cesar E. Chavez Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1225 Towt Street, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-5589
Asjusd/Mi Escuelita Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 365 Vega Street, Aromas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 726-5100
Creekside Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1770 Kittery Street, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 442-3526
Cusd-Cachagua Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 37320 Nason Road, Carmel Valley, CA
- Phone
- (831) 659-5202
Dr. Oscar F. Loya Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1505 Cougar Drive, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 751-1945
Echo Valley Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 147 Echo Valley Road, Prunedale, CA
- Phone
- (408) 663-2308
Elkhorn Pre Kinders
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2235 Elkhorn Road, Castroville, CA
- Phone
- (831) 633-5975
Frank Paul Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1300 Rider Avenue, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 754-2319
Frank Paul Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1300 Rider Avenue, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-5740
Gabilan Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 417 North Russ Street, King City, CA
- Phone
- (831) 385-1568
Gabilan State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 330 N. Walker, Soledad, CA
- Phone
- (831) 678-1581
Bridgeport Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 231 Kingsley Ave, Bridgeport, CA
- Phone
- (760) 932-7441
Bearcat Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10879 Bartlett Drive, Grass Valley, CA
- Phone
- (530) 273-6831
The Country Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10515 Alta Street, Grass Valley, CA
- Phone
- (530) 273-8693
Acacia Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1701 East Chapman Avenue, Fullerton, CA
- Phone
- (714) 526-7855
Acdc At Grace Lutheran
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 700 West South Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 956-9611
Options Child Development /Child Start-Yorbita
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 520 S. Vidalia, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 839-3830
Anaheim Elementary School District Guinn
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1051 S. Sunkist Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-8550
Anaheim Discovery Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1275 E. Broadway Ave, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 502-4163
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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.