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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Mokler Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8571 East Flower, Paramount, CA
- Phone
- (562) 602-6900
Monte Vista Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 11111 Thienes Ave., El Monte, CA
- Phone
- (626) 652-4250
Montebello Park Elementary Head Start/State Presch
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 6300 Northside Drive, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 721-3305
Hacienda La Puente Usd Sparks Elementary Room
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 15151 Temple Avenue, #26, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-5138
Hacienda La Puente Usd/California West Headstart
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1111 California Avenue, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-5212
Hamasaki Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4865 E. First Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 263-3869
Happy Tots Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 25405 Normandie Avenue, Harbor City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 818-9937
Harbor-Ucla Children'S Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Harbor-UCLA Children's Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring teachers, child development outcomes, and home-like atmosphere. Most reviewers report feeling confident in their children's safety and wellbeing. One negative review criticized staff attentiveness and genuine care despite the facility's accreditation.
Experienced and caring teachersstrong communication with parentschild developmental progress
- Address
- 975 West Carson Street, Torrance, CA
- Phone
- (310) 222-4274
Harriette Evans Shields Cdc/Drew Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 224 E. 126th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 779-6196
Hart Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1671 E. Phillips Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 426-8144
Hart Street Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 21040 Hart Street, Canoga Park, CA
- Phone
- (818) 340-6222
Hawaiian State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12350 E. 226th St., Hawaiian Gardens, CA
- Phone
- (562) 229-7921
Hebrew Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18848 Erwin Street, Reseda, CA
- Phone
- (818) 348-4432
Heritage Christian Preschool East Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11451 Woodley Avenue, Granada Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 488-8880
Heritage Christian Preschool North Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17531 Rinaldi Street, Granada Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 368-7071
Hidden Gems Preschool & Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2702 West Florence Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 663-3456
Highland Hall School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 17100 Superior Street, Northridge, CA
- Phone
- (818) 349-1394
Hill Point Montessori Prepatory School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 6601 Valley Circle Boulevard, West Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 884-8261
Highland Park Headstart
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5443 Ash St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 543-2636
Highlands Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 27332 No. Catala Avnue, Saugus, CA
- Phone
- (661) 297-8858
Hillcrest Head Start/Garvey School District
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 795 Pepper Street, Monterey Park, CA
- Phone
- (626) 927-5891
Hillel Hebrew Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9120 W. Olympic Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA
- Phone
- (310) 276-8524
Hollydale Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5511 Century Blvd., South Gate, CA
- Phone
- (562) 602-6900
Holy Angeles Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 360 Campus Dr., Arcadia, CA
- Phone
- (626) 447-6312
Hollywood Little Red Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1233 N. Mc Cadden Pl, Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (323) 465-1320
Holy Gate Child Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4121 La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta, CA
- Phone
- (818) 542-4111
Holmes Avenue Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1810 East Fifty Second Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 589-6427
Holy Name Of Mary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 124 S. San Dimas Canyon Road, San Dimas, CA
- Phone
- (909) 542-0449
Holy Trinity Lutheran Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9300 Crenshaw Blvd, Inglewood, CA
- Phone
- (323) 757-4850
Honeycomb Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20126 Pioneer Blvd, Cerritos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 402-8111
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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.