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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Southlands Schools International
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18550 Farjardo Street, Rowland Heights, CA
- Phone
- (909) 718-8600
Scripps Ranch Swim And Racquet Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
Scripps Ranch Swim and Racquet Club is a private membership facility offering swim lessons, summer camps, fitness classes, and recreational activities. Most reviewers praise the facilities, community atmosphere, and value, though one parent had a negative experience with swim team instruction quality and instructor behavior.
well-maintained facilitiesstrong community atmosphereaffordable membership cost
- Address
- 9875 Aviary Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 271-6222
Ckc INC. Gault
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1320 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 462-9822
Cordova Villa Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 10460 Reymouth Avenue, Rancho Cordova, CA
- Phone
- (916) 366-6181
St Jeanne De Lestonnac School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 16791 East Main Street, Tustin, CA
- Phone
- (714) 542-4271
St. Cecilia School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1311 Sycamore, Tustin, CA
- Phone
- (714) 544-1533
Cyril Spinelli Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3401 Scotland Drive, Antelope, CA
- Phone
- (916) 348-7415
St. Charles Borromeo School Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7580 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 421-6189
Del Paso Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 590 Morey Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 643-8700
Diamante Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1827 Markston Road, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 925-9800
Edward Kemble Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7495 29th Street, Room 25, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 399-5028
Encina Head Start State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1400 Bell St, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 971-7375
Ethel I. Baker Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5717 Laurine Way, Room 29, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 399-5448
Foulks Ranch Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6211 Laguna Park Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-0861
Franklin Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4011 Hood-Franklin Road, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-6518
Full Steam Ahead Children'S Academy-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1740 Prairie City Road, Folsom, CA
- Phone
- (916) 353-0300
General Davie Jr. Primary Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1500 Dom Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 971-7375
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools
The Goddard School in Folsom receives exclusively positive reviews from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong security measures, engaging curriculum, and excellent daily communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress across multiple areas.
Caring and loving staffdaily updates and photosstrong security measures
- Address
- 251 Outcropping Way, Folsom, CA
- Phone
- (916) 936-0377
Blue Lake Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 231 H Street, Blue Lake, CA
- Phone
- (707) 668-5679
Child Development Laboratory
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA
- Phone
- (707) 826-3475
Hsu Children'S Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- Hsu-Mary Warren House 36, Arcata, CA
- Phone
- (707) 826-4982
Dunsmuir Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4760 Siskiyou Ave, #1 & #3, Dunsmuir, CA
- Phone
- (530) 235-4828
Etna Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 308 Center Street, Etna, CA
- Phone
- (530) 467-5823
Alegria Migrant Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 521 North Russ, King City, CA
- Phone
- (805) 544-4355
Bardis Family Preschool - All Saints' Day School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 8060 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA
- Phone
- (831) 624-9171
Auburn'S House Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1242 Siddall Court, Seaside, CA
- Phone
- (831) 236-0220
Boronda Meadows Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 915 Larkin Drive, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-0648
Castroville Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11161 Merritt Street, Castroville, CA
- Phone
- (831) 632-2613
Creekside Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1770 Kittery Street, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-5252
El Gabilan Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1256 Linwood Drive, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-5664
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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.