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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Cottontail Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- CHULA VISTA, California CA
- Address
- 471 E Street
- Phone
- (619) 425-3107
Cuyamaca Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- EL CAJON, California CA
- Address
- 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway
- Phone
- (619) 660-4660
Design 39 Campus Preschool (D39c)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN DIEGO, California CA
- Address
- 17050 Del Sur Ridge Road
- Phone
- (858) 676-6639
Dino Daycare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- NATIONAL CITY, California CA
- Address
- 6 Highland Avenue
- Phone
- (619) 434-5295
Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- ESCONDIDO, California CA
- Address
- 950 N. Fig Street
- Phone
- (760) 317-9021
Discovery Isle Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN MARCOS, California CA
- Address
- 308 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road
- Phone
- (760) 510-0020
Doyle Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN DIEGO, California CA
- Address
- 3950 Berino Court
- Phone
- (858) 455-6230
Dmusd Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN DIEGO, California CA
- Address
- 13030 Ashley Falls Drive
- Phone
- (858) 793-0071
Dot To Dot
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN DIEGO, California CA
- Address
- 12160 Alta Carmel Court
- Phone
- (858) 485-1978
Early Learners Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN DIEGO, California CA
- Address
- 4050 Taylor Street
- Phone
- (619) 291-5200
Easter Seals Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- ENCINITAS, California CA
- Address
- 616 N. Coast Highway 101
- Phone
- (760) 436-4800
Ecs- Hammond Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- IMPERIAL BEACH, California CA
- Address
- 455 Palm Avenue
- Phone
- (619) 575-4448
Fulton State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN DIEGO, California CA
- Address
- 7055 Skyline Drive
- Phone
- (619) 344-3200
Gethsemane Christian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN DIEGO, California CA
- Address
- 2696 Melbourne Dr.
- Phone
- (858) 277-7710
Giggles & Smiles Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SANTEE, California CA
- Address
- 11316 Woodside Avenue N.
- Phone
- (619) 258-5437
Gillispie School
Before or After School Daycare
- Location
- LA JOLLA, California CA
- Address
- 7380 Girard Avenue
- Phone
- (858) 459-3773
Alta Plaza Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 2140 Pierce Street
- Phone
- (415) 928-6483
The Ark Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 3141 Vicente Street
- Phone
- (415) 731-0912
Associated Students Children'S Center - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 1650 Holloway Avenue
- Phone
- (415) 338-2403
Bright Horizons Ucsf Laurel Heights (Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 3333 California St. Ste. 220
- Phone
- (415) 775-2111
C5 Children'S School-Sfpuc (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 525 Golden Gate Avenue
- Phone
- (415) 626-4880
Ccfc-50 Raymond Center (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 50 Raymond Avenue
- Phone
- (415) 921-7019
Ccfc-Turk
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 259 Turk Street
- Phone
- (415) 928-5178
Ccfc-Vv Leland Center (P)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 325 Leland Avenue
- Phone
- (415) 921-7019
Centro Las Olas
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 3737 26th Street
- Phone
- (415) 821-6527
Chibi-Chan Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 2507 Pine Street
- Phone
- (415) 351-0955
Children'S Day School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- SAN FRANCISCO, California CA
- Address
- 333 Dolores Street
- Phone
- (415) 861-5432
El Centrito Little Dolphins Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- OXNARD, California CA
- Address
- 4600 Olds Rd
- Phone
- (805) 483-8685
Gan Camarillo Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- CAMARILLO, California CA
- Address
- 2222 Ventura Blvd.
- Phone
- (805) 982-0831
Cedar Lane Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Location
- OLIVEHURST, California CA
- Address
- 841 Cedar Lane
- Phone
- (530) 741-6111
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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.