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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Lbusd-Mckinley Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6822 Paramount Blvd., Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (213) 531-6182
Lbusd-Lincoln Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1175 E. 11th Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 591-7121
Lbusd-Macarthur Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6011 Centralia St., Lakewood, CA
- Phone
- (562) 421-8210
Lbusd-Riley Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3319 Sandwood Street, Lakewood, CA
- Phone
- (562) 421-2924
Lbusd-Mann Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3215 E Vista Ave, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 438-7243
Lbusd-Muir Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3105 Easy Street, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (213) 595-5366
Lbusd-Powell Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 150 Victoria St., Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 421-8210
Lbusd-Stevenson Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 515 Lime Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 436-4500
Lbusd-Willard Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1055 Freeman Avenue, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 421-8210
Lbusd Starr King Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 145 E. Artesia, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 422-3784
Le Lycee Francais De Los Angeles
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3055 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 836-3464
Le Lycee Francais De Los Angeles
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 16720 Marquez Avenue, Pacific Palisades, CA
- Phone
- (310) 454-9395
The Learning Playhouse Ps
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13645 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, CA
- Phone
- (818) 376-1222
Leona Cox State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18643 Oakmoor Street, Canyon Country, CA
- Phone
- (661) 252-2100
Lemay Street Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17553 Lemay St., Van Nuys, CA
- Phone
- (818) 345-0731
Life Community Service Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5300 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 931-1477
Lexington Avenue Primary Center Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4564 W. Lexington Ave., Room 1, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 644-2884
Life Community Service Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2521 Westview Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 387-3488
Lexington/Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 550 W. Lexington Ave., Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4622
Scholars Preparatory School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 318 E Alameda Ave., Burbank, CA
- Phone
- (818) 242-3344
Scott Lane State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1925 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA
- Phone
- (408) 423-4117
Sedgwick Cdc - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 19200 Phil Lane, Cupertino, CA
- Phone
- (408) 725-0909
Seedling Child Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3183 Mecartney Road, Alameda, CA
- Phone
- (510) 521-5846
Sefi Jewish Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 380 Telegraph Canyon Road, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 422-7115
Seibert Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2800 Agate St., Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 835-5470
Serendipity School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3172 Clearview Way, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 574-7400
Kelseyville Early Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5065 Konocti Road, Kelseyville, CA
- Phone
- (707) 279-6745
Lakeport Early Connection - P/S
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 150 Lange Street, Lakeport, CA
- Phone
- (707) 994-7908
Lower Lake Early Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9240 Lake Street, Lower Lake, CA
- Phone
- (707) 994-7165
Lucerne Early Connection - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3351 Country Club Drive, Lucerne, CA
- Phone
- (707) 274-7723
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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.