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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Saint Thomas More School-Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2510 S. Fremont Avenue, Alhambra, CA
- Phone
- (626) 284-5778
Saint Gerard Majella Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4461 Inglewood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 458-0024
Lizkidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5750 Hankins Road, Williams, CA
- Phone
- (530) 473-2777
Our Lady Of Lourdes Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 741 Ware Avenue, Colusa, CA
- Phone
- (530) 458-8208
Heritage Park Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2320 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 873-1922
John C. Fremont Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 607 Texas, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 631-4530
Kernville Union School District Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3240 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA
- Phone
- (760) 379-5461
La Petite Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
La Petite Academy in Bakersfield receives consistently positive feedback from parents across all age groups. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, educational curriculum, and overall child development outcomes. The facility is noted for being clean, organized, and providing a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive.
Caring and attentive staffdevelopmental progress in academics and social skillsclean and organized facility
- Address
- 2616 Gosford Road, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 834-1074
Lamont Prekindergarten Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10721 Main St., Lamont, CA
- Phone
- (661) 845-4404
Maof Arvin Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 South A Street, Arvin, CA
- Phone
- (661) 854-3640
Mcfarland Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 410 E. Perkins, Mcfarland, CA
- Phone
- (661) 792-2164
Mckinley Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 601 4th Street, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 631-4557
Mojave Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1940 Inyo Street, Mojave, CA
- Phone
- (661) 824-5189
Mt. Vernon Elementary School Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2161 Potomac, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 631-3127
Migrant Early School Readiness Program
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 14821 Primary Ct, Lost Hills, CA
- Phone
- (661) 797-2626
Noble Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1015 Noble Ave., Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 872-4963
North Kern Christian Pre-School And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 710 Peters Street, Wasco, CA
- Phone
- (661) 758-5997
Northwest Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3311 Manor Street, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 588-1212
Oildale Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 127 E. Minner, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 393-1468
Olive Knolls Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 6201 Fruitvale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 393-3566
Our Lady Of Guadalupe Preschool And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 609 E California Ave, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 322-1478
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 124 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 327-7741
Pacific Shores Day School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2900 Pacific View Drive, Corona Del Mar, CA
- Phone
- (949) 351-5744
Pio Pico Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4211 S. Columbia, Pico Rivera, CA
- Phone
- (562) 776-1301
Ralph Richardson Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4848 Cottage Way, Carmichael, CA
- Phone
- (916) 971-7411
Rosamond Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2584 Felsite Ave, Rosamond, CA
- Phone
- (661) 336-5236
Plantation Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 901 Plantation Road, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 837-6144
Rosa Parks State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4510 Landis Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 282-6803
Saint Peter'S Catholic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 450 S. Stage Coach Ln., Fallbrook, CA
- Phone
- (760) 689-6250
Portola Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 895 West Street, Portola, CA
- Phone
- (530) 832-1029
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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.