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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Lou Grant Parent-Child Workshop
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5400 Sixth Street, Carpinteria, CA
- Phone
- (805) 684-5310
Orfalea Children'S Center Lab School At Ahc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 South College Drive, Santa Maria, CA
- Phone
- (805) 922-6966
Orfalea Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 365 Loma Alta, Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 965-6883
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 530 Hot Springs Rd., Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 969-5965
Santa Ana U.S.D./Roosevelt
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 501 East Halladay Street, Santa Ana, CA
- Phone
- (714) 542-5958
Planz Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2400 Planz Road, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 835-5460
San Pedro Street Elementary School Room 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1635 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 748-4628
Santa Monica-Malibu Usd/Muir H.S./S.P.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2526 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 392-3141
Santa Margarita Elementary School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 Carnes Road, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 966-7851
Sbas Edison Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3401 Inglewood Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 379-5449
Sbceo - Early Steps To Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 320 N. J St., Rm 14, Lompoc, CA
- Phone
- (805) 742-2575
Sbceo - Just For Kids State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 324 South A Street, Lompoc, CA
- Phone
- (805) 742-2169
Santa Teresa State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6200 Encinal Drive, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 972-4396
Sbceo - La Honda State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 608 East Central Avenue, Lompoc, CA
- Phone
- (805) 742-0433
Sbceo - Learning Place State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- Utah Avenue, Vandenberg Afb, CA
- Phone
- (805) 742-2077
Sbceo - Santa Maria Cal Safe
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 829 South Lincoln, Santa Maria, CA
- Phone
- (805) 925-2567
Sbceo - Santa Ynez Valley State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3525 Pine, Santa Ynez, CA
- Phone
- (805) 686-7317
Sbceo - Young Learners Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 621 West North Ave., Room 37, Lompoc, CA
- Phone
- (805) 742-2229
Sbpsd Allen Elementary School & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 Acacia Avenue, San Bruno, CA
- Phone
- (650) 624-3158
Sbsd - Adams State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2701 Las Positas Road, Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 569-2232
Sbsd - Cleveland State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 123 Alamdea Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 963-4331
Sbsd - Franklin Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1030 E. Yanonali Street, Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 963-8685
Sbsd - Mckinley State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 350 Loma Alta Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 965-8571
Sbsd - Peabody State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3018 Calle Noguera St., Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 682-9883
Santa Monica-Malibu Usd/Mckinley H.S./S.P.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2401 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 828-3010
Head Start - Menlo Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1551 Myrtle Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 224-8955
Hearts And Hands Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1504 Myrtle Street, Calistoga, CA
- Phone
- (707) 942-1224
Highlands Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 970 Petrified Forest Road, Calistoga, CA
- Phone
- (707) 942-5557
Santa Monica-Malibu Usd/Rogers H.S./S.P.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2401 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 399-6950
Little Oak Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4149 Linda Vista Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 815-4355
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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.