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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Owens Elementary School Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 815 Potomac Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 631-3136
Destiny Christian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6900 Destiny Drive, Rocklin, CA
- Phone
- (916) 788-2827
First Street School Ps
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1400 1st Street, Lincoln, CA
- Phone
- (530) 745-1380
Discovery Point Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 281 South St, Ste D, Bishop, CA
- Phone
- (760) 258-1333
Maof La Escuelita Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1619 Main Street, Delano, CA
- Phone
- (661) 720-9463
Richgrove District State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20812 Grove Drive, Richgrove, CA
- Phone
- (661) 725-2424
Oakhills S.T.A.R.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9233 Twin School Rd, Granite Bay, CA
- Phone
- (916) 791-8442
Quest Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 861 Auto Center Drive, #101-102, Palmdale, CA
- Phone
- (661) 945-7878
Grand Oaks Head Start State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 7901 Rosswood Dr, Citrus Heights, CA
- Phone
- (916) 971-7375
Pierce State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 674 N. Gold Canyon, Ridgecrest, CA
- Phone
- (760) 499-1679
Play 'N' Learn Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Play 'N' Learn Preschool has received mostly positive reviews praising staff care, communication, and engaging activities, but two parents reported serious concerns about aggressive teacher behavior, unexplained bruises, and inadequate management response to incidents.
Caring and attentive staffstrong parent communicationengaging activities and special events
- Address
- 3800 Narvaez Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 269-9004
The Principled Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2305 Washington Avenue, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 351-6400
Pleasant View Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 14900 East Nubia St., Baldwin Park, CA
- Phone
- (626) 962-3311
Princeton Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1959 Princeton, Delano, CA
- Phone
- (661) 721-1639
The Quarry Lane School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3750 Boulder Street, Pleasanton, CA
- Phone
- (925) 846-9400
Redwood City Child Development Program INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2600 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 780-7520
Luna'S Montessori Bilingual School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1247 Park Ave, Alameda, CA
- Phone
- (510) 521-2354
Model School Comprehensive Humanistic Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2330 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA
- Phone
- (510) 549-2711
Montessori Children'S House Of Hayward
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 26236 Adrian Avenue, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 782-4427
Montessori School At Five Canyons
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 22781 Canyon Court, Castro Valley, CA
- Phone
- (510) 581-3729
Montessori School Of San Leandro
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 16492 Foothill Blvd., San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 278-0288
Mountain Boulevard Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4432 Mountain Boulevard, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 482-2850
My Space To Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7197 Amador Valley Boulevard, Dublin, CA
- Phone
- (925) 829-4063
New Day Preschool & Learning Ctr.-Metropolitan
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 460 West Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 465-8591
Northstar School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 22502 Woodroe Ave., Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 397-1501
Nurture Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Nurture Kids Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for staff effort, engaging activities, and enjoyable summer camp experiences. However, one parent reported a significant complaint regarding a non-refunded deposit after cancellation within 30 days.
Dedicated and hardworking staffspecial and joyful experiences for childrenengaging summer camp programs
- Address
- 38000 Camden Street, Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 797-2222
Oakland Head Start - Arroyo Viejo Park
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 7701 Krause Avenue, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 615-5757
Oakland Hebrew Day School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5500 Redwood Rd., Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 531-8600
Our Lady Of Guadalupe Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 40374 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 657-1674
Olive Children At St. James Catholic Church
Church Daycare
- Address
- 34700 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 770-4999
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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.