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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Seta - Job Corps Head Start
Headstart Programs
SETA - Job Corps Head Start is a vocational training program for ages 16-24 that receives mostly positive feedback for its trade instruction, certification programs, and staff dedication to student success. However, reviews highlight significant concerns about dormitory management, communication, food quality, and strict enforcement of policies.
Quality trade instruction and instructors who care about student successfree meals providedemployment opportunities
- Address
- 3100 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 427-4010
Seta - Vineland Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 6450 20th Street, Rio Linda, CA
- Phone
- (916) 563-5385
Seta - Walnut Grove Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 14181 Grove Street, Walnut Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 776-1844
Great Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 609 Summer St, Fortuna, CA
- Phone
- (707) 725-9136
Head Start - Bridgeville
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 38717 Kneeland Road, Bridgeville, CA
- Phone
- (707) 777-3001
Head Start - Children Of The Redwoods
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 75 Frank Martin Court, Arcata, CA
- Phone
- (707) 822-2131
Head Start - Fortuna
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2085 Newburg Road, Fortuna, CA
- Phone
- (707) 725-5632
Head Start - Jefferson
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 914 B Street, Eureka, CA
- Phone
- (707) 441-9020
Head Start - Mckinleyville
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1460 Hiller Road, Mc Kinleyville, CA
- Phone
- (707) 839-3648
Head Start - Orleans
Headstart Programs
- Address
- Hwy 96 Orleans Elementary, Orleans, CA
- Phone
- (530) 627-3281
Head Start - Rio Dell
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 95 Center Street, Rio Dell, CA
- Phone
- (707) 764-3824
Head Start - Sonoma Street
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 110 West Sonoma Street, Eureka, CA
- Phone
- (707) 268-8780
Head Start - Toddy Thomas Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2770 Thomas Street, Fortuna, CA
- Phone
- (707) 725-3220
Head Start - Willow Creek
Headstart Programs
- Address
- Trinity Valley Elementary, Willow Creek, CA
- Phone
- (707) 629-2283
Head Start - Worthington
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 3460 Erie Street, Eureka, CA
- Phone
- (707) 443-1142
Humboldt Stepping Stones Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 437 Maple Lane, Garberville, CA
- Phone
- (707) 923-3465
Jefferson Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1000 B Street, Suite A, Eureka, CA
- Phone
- (707) 442-2015
Mad River Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1710 Janes Road, Arcata, CA
- Phone
- (707) 822-4027
Noahs Ark Christian Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1547a Pickett Road, Mckinleyville, CA
- Phone
- (707) 839-2482
Primavera Migrant Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 24228 Lincoln Street, Chualar, CA
- Phone
- (831) 679-0503
The Room To Grow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3786 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 826-9598
Icoe-Cds Little Roadrunner'S State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 200 North 12th Street, El Centro, CA
- Phone
- (760) 370-0251
Icoe-Cds Room To Grow State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 797 Hamilton, El Centro, CA
- Phone
- (760) 352-2879
Icoe-Ecep Little Eagles State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1840 Rockwood Avenue, Calexico, CA
- Phone
- (760) 357-0053
Icoe-Ecep Panthers Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1177 1/2 North 8th Street, El Centro, CA
- Phone
- (760) 482-5647
Icoe-Ecep Roadrunners Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 200 South C Street, Westmorland, CA
- Phone
- (760) 312-6604
Icoe-Ecep Trojans Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 655 Sheridan Street, Calexico, CA
- Phone
- (760) 312-6604
Kennedy Gardens State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2300 Rockwood Avenue, Calexico, CA
- Phone
- (760) 357-7424
Knowledge Tree Preschool & Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 497 Wall Road, Suite A, Imperial, CA
- Phone
- (760) 592-4810
La Escuelita & Kiddie World Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 North Preston Drive, Calexico, CA
- Phone
- (760) 768-0030
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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.