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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Selma Migrant Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 12898 S. Fowler Avenue, Selma, CA
- Phone
- (559) 896-4073
Shasta Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2855 Burnap Ave, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 532-5638
Small World Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 878 Lakewood Drive, Sunnyvale, CA
- Phone
- (408) 737-7022
Richgrove Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20812 Grove Drive, Richgrove, CA
- Phone
- (661) 725-0144
Vision School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 8520 Bolsa Ave, Westminster, CA
- Phone
- (714) 891-2029
Bambini Montessori (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 821 Sterling Parkway, Ste 100, Lincoln, CA
- Phone
- (916) 434-7000
Little Discoveries Infant Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 115 Oak Street, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 809-1334
Little Discoveries Preschool - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 460 W. East Ave, Suite 210, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 342-7758
E Center Hs Pgms - Boucher Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1312 Boucher Street, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 345-5496
Tlc Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 288 San Marin Drive, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 892-8002
Stock Farm Road Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 183 Stock Farm Road, Stanford, CA
- Phone
- (650) 736-8465
Calvary Christian School-Age Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4911 47th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 393-3633
Dudley School Age Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8000 Aztec Way, Antelope, CA
- Phone
- (916) 331-1356
West Side
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9200 State Street, South Gate, CA
- Phone
- (323) 563-0067
Tehachapi Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1120 S. Curry St., Tehachapi, CA
- Phone
- (661) 822-5535
Sierra Vista Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 917 East Olive Ave., Madera, CA
- Phone
- (559) 674-8579
Star Franklin Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7050 Franklin School Road, Loomis, CA
- Phone
- (916) 945-6212
St. Mary'S Montessori School - Fontana
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7370 W. Liberty Parkway, Fontana, CA
- Phone
- (909) 200-2727
St. Timothy'S Episcopal Church And Day School
Church Daycare
- Address
- 312 S. Oleander Ave., Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 638-6319
United Methodist Church Of The Good Shepherd
Church Daycare
Reviews are mixed and appear to include feedback about the church facility rather than daycare services specifically. Most reviewers praised the church as a friendly, Bible-centered community space, though one negative review criticized the organization for misrepresenting its location and being overpriced.
Friendly and welcoming atmosphereBible-centered environmentcomplete facility for worship and community events
- Address
- 8152 Mcfadden Avenue, Westminster, CA
- Phone
- (714) 894-4330
Valley Christian Preschool-Grand
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17408 Grand Avenue, Bellflower, CA
- Phone
- (562) 263-3030
Volunteers Of America - Mar Vista Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 11815 Allin Street, Culver City, CA
- Phone
- (818) 980-2287
Wusd-Stonegate Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2500 Lajolla Street, West Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 375-0960
Faith Baptist School/Infants
Church Daycare
- Address
- 7644 Farralone Avenue, Canoga Park, CA
- Phone
- (818) 340-6131
Zion Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1405 E. Fallbrook Street, Fallbrook, CA
- Phone
- (760) 723-3500
Fusd-Roosevelt Pace-Infant/Toddler
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4250 E. Tulare, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 457-3683
Little Miracles Christian Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1850 Barbara Drive, Selma, CA
- Phone
- (559) 891-0616
Monterey Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1915 Monterey Avenue, Burbank, CA
- Phone
- (818) 558-5451
Montessori On The Lake Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 24291 Muirlands, Suite 4, Lake Forest, CA
- Phone
- (949) 855-5630
Kids Galore-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 270 West Crest Street, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 480-9787
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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.