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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Los Alamitos Child Development Center-Weaver Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11872 Wembley Road, Los Alamitos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 799-4585
Los Alamitos Child Development Ctr-Rossmoor Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3272 Shakespeare Drive, Los Alamitos, CA
- Phone
- (562) 799-4520
Marin Day Schools - Spear Street (Infant)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 220 Spear Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 777-2081
Fusd-Jefferson
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 202 N. Mariposa, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 457-3000
Fusd-Kirk
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2000 E. Belgravia, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 441-3028
Mission Viejo Christian Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 27192 Jeronimo, Mission Viejo, CA
- Phone
- (949) 465-1952
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 32920 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, CA
- Phone
- (949) 240-3344
Fusd-Kratt
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 650 W. Sierra Avenue, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 457-3687
Fusd-Mccardle
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 577 E. Sierra Avenue, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 451-4540
Fusd-Muir
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 410 E. Dennett, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 457-3153
Fusd-Roeding
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1225 W. Dakota, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 457-3683
Montessori Children'S World
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14212 Edwards Blvd., Westminster, CA
- Phone
- (714) 894-4924
Newport Center United Methodist Church Preschool
Church Daycare
- Address
- 1601 Marguerite, Corona Del Mar, CA
- Phone
- (949) 644-0740
Del Mar Elementary School - Kid'S Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 501 Sequoia, Room 25, Morro Bay, CA
- Phone
- (805) 772-6278
Newport Coast Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6655 Ridge Park Road, Newport Coast, CA
- Phone
- (949) 424-8978
Nmusd Davis Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1050 Arlington Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (714) 424-7930
Nmusd Pomona Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2051 Pomona Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (949) 515-6645
Northwood Montessori School Of Irvine
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12100 Yale Court, Irvine, CA
- Phone
- (714) 508-0400
N.O.C. R.O.P. Cypress School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 9801 Valley View, Cypress, CA
- Phone
- (714) 952-1769
Stocklmeir School Age Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 592 Dunholme Way, Sunnyvale, CA
- Phone
- (408) 732-2008
Stone Lake School Age Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9673 Lakepoint, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 683-9699
N.O.C. R.O.P. Loara High School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1765 West Cerritos, Room #106, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 502-7802
Oakridge Private School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 19111 Villa Park Road, Orange, CA
- Phone
- (714) 288-1432
Calvary Murrieta Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
- Address
- 24225 Monroe Avenue, Murrieta, CA
- Phone
- (951) 691-4900
Fusd-Sunset
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1755 S. Crystal, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 457-3310
Ocpt Handy Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 860 North Handy Street, Orange, CA
- Phone
- (714) 289-1175
Ocpt Hewes Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 392 S Hewes, Orange, CA
- Phone
- (714) 639-4000
Bergamo Montessori At Serrano
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4521 Serrano Parkway, El Dorado Hills, CA
- Phone
- (916) 500-7021
Buckeye Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4561 Buckeye Road, Shingle Springs, CA
- Phone
- (530) 677-7216
Cameron Park Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4140 Motherlode Dr., Suite 10, Shingle Springs, CA
- Phone
- (530) 677-1776
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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.