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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Madera C.O. Of E.E.E.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
This facility receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising Dr. Nagi and staff friendliness, professionalism, and quick service. One negative review cited long wait times and poor translation services. Overall, parents report feeling well-cared for and highly recommend the center.
Friendly and professional staffDr. Nagi's attentiveness to health concerns and specialist referralsfast check-in process
- Address
- 220 E. Almond Street, Madera, CA
- Phone
- (559) 673-6051
Greater Watts Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1212 East 108th Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 357-1358
Millview Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1609 Clinton Street, Madera, CA
- Phone
- (559) 675-4003
Right At School At Harvest Hill Steam Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 31600 Pat Rd., Winchester, CA
- Phone
- (951) 325-6000
De La Veaga Ckc INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1145 Morrissey Boulevard, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 426-7402
Greenwood Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 900 S. Greenwood Ave., Montebello, CA
- Phone
- (323) 887-7900
Griffin Avenue Head Start/Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2025 Griffin Ave, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 222-8131
Gregory Park Head Start/State Pre School
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 5807 Gregory Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 463-9725
Guardian Angel Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13413 Bradley Avenue, Sylmar, CA
- Phone
- (818) 362-2526
Hacienda-La Puente Usd
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 15540 Fairgrove Ave., La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-1380
Hacienda La Puente Head Start/State Ps-Glenelder
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 16234 Folger, Hacienda Heights, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-6216
Hacienda La Puente Preschool (Lassalette)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14333 Lassalette, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-1470
Hacienda La Puente Preschool (Valinda)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1030 Indian Summer, Valinda, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-4756
Hacienda La Puente Usd - Sunset
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 N. Tonopah, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-6544
Hacienda La Puente Usd Preschool(De Valle) Room
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 801 N. Del Valle, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-5138
Montrose Christian Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2545 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA
- Phone
- (818) 249-2319
Montvue Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1440 San Bernardino Avenue, Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4740
Ymca @ Theurakauf Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1625 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 964-1084
Murchison Street School State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1501 Murchison Street, Room 15, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 222-0148
Muse Early Childhood Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1666 Las Virgenes Cyn. Road, Calabasas, CA
- Phone
- (818) 880-5437
Music Box Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 720 So. Main Street, Burbank, CA
- Phone
- (818) 848-0206
My Discovery Gardens Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10440 W Magnolia Blvd, North Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (818) 533-8664
Musical Gan
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13624 Burbank Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (818) 786-7800
The Neighborhood School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4528 Matilija Avenue, Sherman Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (818) 784-8446
The Neighborhood School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4433 Mammoth Ave., Sherman Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (818) 783-7289
Nelson Laup
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 330 California Ave, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 933-6544
Nestle Avenue Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5060 Nestle Avenue, #7, Tarzana, CA
- Phone
- (818) 342-6148
Netan Eli Hebrew Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18043 Topham Street, Encino, CA
- Phone
- (818) 345-6090
New Harvest Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 11364 E. Imperial Hwy, Norwalk, CA
- Phone
- (562) 929-6034
New Horizon School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1819 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 231-6092
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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.