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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Santa Monica-Malibu Usd/Lincoln Child Dev/H.S./S.P
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1532 California Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 576-1406
The First School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1810 Broadway Street, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 828-8584
Santa Monica Com.Charter School State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1022 N. Van Ness Ave., Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (323) 469-0971
Sassarini Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 652 Fifth Street West, Sonoma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 935-6028
Sausd/Washington Elem.School-Kinder Readiness
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 910 West Anahurst Place, Santa Ana, CA
- Phone
- (714) 445-5100
Limerick Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8530 Limerick Avenue, Rm 1 & 2, Canoga Park, CA
- Phone
- (818) 341-1730
Lincoln Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1200 N. Gordon Street, Room 1a, Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4740
Lincoln Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11031 State Street, Lynwood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 604-3063
Lindbergh Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12120 Lindbergh Road, Lynwood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 631-7308
Lindbergh Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3300 Cedar Ave, Lynwood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 603-2082
Little Blessings Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3944 Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 298-1547
Little Angels Retreat Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18419 South Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA
- Phone
- (310) 327-6545
Little Angels' Academy Burbank
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 721 S. San Fernando Blvd., Burbank, CA
- Phone
- (818) 953-7277
Little Angels Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6943 Ethel Avenue, North Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (818) 390-1509
Little Angels Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14113 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, CA
- Phone
- (818) 892-3802
Little Dolphins By The Sea Dba Seven Arrows INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1812 Stanford Street, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 454-7277
Little Ileaders Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2110 West Ave. K, Lancaster, CA
- Phone
- (661) 494-7442
Little Scholars Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18706 Hatteras Street, Tarzana, CA
- Phone
- (818) 343-1794
Hamilton High State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 290 6th St, Hamilton City, CA
- Phone
- (530) 826-0341
Capc - Mcfall
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 444 Argonnaut Street, Manteca, CA
- Phone
- (209) 559-2131
Little Star
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12322 Pellissier Road, Whittier, CA
- Phone
- (562) 699-5655
Little Wonders Montessori House Of Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20550 Roscoe Blvd., Canoga Park, CA
- Phone
- (818) 717-1978
Little Wonders Montessori House Of Children INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20440 Lassen Street, Chatsworth, CA
- Phone
- (818) 349-1135
Living Praise Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2320 East Avenue R, Palmdale, CA
- Phone
- (661) 273-0701
Long Beach Day Nursery - West Branch
Child Daycare & Preschools
Long Beach Day Nursery - West Branch receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight caring, professional staff, strong parent communication, developmental support, and a welcoming environment. Parents express high trust in the facility and recommend it to other families.
Kind and respectful stafffrequent parent-inclusive eventsdaily updates at pickup
- Address
- 1548 Chestnut Ave, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 591-0509
Longfellow Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1065 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 797-6927
Longfellow Early Childhood Program (Ecp)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1065 E. Washington Blvd. K-4, Pasadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 794-1134
Lopez Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 S. White Avenue, Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4438
The Lord'S Children Mission/Tlc Learning Ctr. Nor
Child Daycare & Preschools
TLC Learning Center Norwalk has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising caring staff, engaging educational activities, and strong academic preparation. However, one parent reported serious concerns about staff mistreatment and exclusion of their child in a specific classroom, leading to contract termination.
Caring and dedicated staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsengaging activities and field trips
- Address
- 11553 Leffingwell Road, Norwalk, CA
- Phone
- (562) 868-8516
Longfellow State Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 11001 S. Dwight Street, Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 898-6463
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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.