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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Little Arrows
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1543 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA
- Phone
- (415) 482-0800
Little Mountain Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 100 Tarry Road, San Anselmo, CA
- Phone
- (415) 699-8979
Lu Sutton Prekindergarten/Early Learning Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1800 Center Road, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 446-2140
Marin Day School - The Cottage Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 322 Throckmorton, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 381-4206
Marin Horizon School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 305 Montford Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 388-8408
Marin Horizon School- Toddler Bldg.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 247 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 388-8408
Marin Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5200 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA
- Phone
- (415) 924-5388
Marin Waldorf School-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 755 Idylberry Road, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 479-8190
Miss Nicky'S Preschool & Toddler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 159 Merrydale Road, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 472-4777
New Song Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 50 Los Ranchitos Road, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 479-4700
North Bay Children'S Center-Tinker Way Campus-P/S
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 22 Tinker Way, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 883-6222
Olive Prekindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 629 Plum Street, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 492-9622
Lake Elsinore Preschool Earl Warren
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 41221 Rosetta Canyon Road, Lake Elsinore, CA
- Phone
- (951) 253-7810
The Montessori School Of Central Marin-P/S
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 317 Auburn Street, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 456-1748
Rosita R. Smith H.Q. Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1455 E. Lynwood Drive, San Bernardino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 804-8808
Ross Academy Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 7 Thomas Drive, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 383-5777
Saint Philip'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7100 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 833-2218
Saticoy Village Ccc/La Child Care & Dev. Council.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14649 Saticoy Street, Van Nuys, CA
- Phone
- (818) 782-7199
Mariposa Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3415 Woodland Drive, Mariposa, CA
- Phone
- (209) 966-2665
Greenwood Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5700 Highway 1, Elk, CA
- Phone
- (707) 877-3361
Mendocino College Child Care Facility
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1000 Hensley Creek Road, Ukiah, CA
- Phone
- (707) 468-3089
Nco Head Start - Child Dev. Ctr. - Peach Tree Ctr.
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 425a Orchard Avenue, Ukiah, CA
- Phone
- (707) 467-3200
Nco Head Start - Ft. Bragg Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 330 S. Lincoln, Fort Bragg, CA
- Phone
- (707) 964-5961
New Life Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 West Henry, Ukiah, CA
- Phone
- (707) 463-0803
Peaceful Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 280 E Ontario Avenue, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (951) 735-0917
Roenne'S School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4701-4703 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 934-6868
Henry Miller Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 545 West L Street, Los Banos, CA
- Phone
- (209) 827-0156
Nco Head Start - No. Ukiah
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1100 N. Bush St., Bldg A, Ukiah, CA
- Phone
- (707) 462-3403
John C. Fremont School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1120 West 22nd St., Merced, CA
- Phone
- (209) 385-6000
John Muir Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 W. Twenty-Sixth Street, Merced, CA
- Phone
- (209) 385-6667
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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.