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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Parents consistently praise KinderCare Escondido for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Children show strong development in academics, social skills, and emotional well-being, with parents reporting their kids are happy to attend daily. Multiple reviewers highlight the professionalism of directors Jennifer and Amy, as well as individual teachers' dedication to child care.
- Address
- 2415 S. Centre City Parkway, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 745-2474
- Address
- 2258 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 955-8555
- Address
- 10068 Pacific Heights, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 546-9115
- Address
- 6063 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA
- Phone
- (858) 454-1418
La Petite Academy Oceanside receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and high-quality education. Parents consistently report their children are happy, thriving, and well-prepared academically and socially.
- Address
- 4179 Avenida De La Plata, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 941-5406
La Petite Academy in Chula Vista receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child bonds, effective communication through photos and apps, and positive developmental progress. The facility is noted for its organized structure, engaging activities, and supportive leadership.
- Address
- 798 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-0966
La Petite Academy in Bonita receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and enriching learning environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through live classroom feeds, photo/video updates, and in-app messaging, along with flexible hours and strong teacher-child relationships. All reviewers express high satisfaction and would recommend the facility.
- Address
- 795 Corral Canyon Road, Bonita, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-5238
- Address
- 12310 Ninth Street, Poway, CA
- Phone
- (858) 679-2267
- Address
- 7550 Canton Drive, Lemon Grove, CA
- Phone
- (619) 825-5673
- Address
- 1750 Madera Street, Lemon Grove, CA
- Phone
- (619) 825-5621
- Address
- 2755 Barkley Avenue, Santa Clara, CA
- Phone
- (408) 423-1115
- Address
- 1620 26th Street, #1020, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 449-0047
- Address
- 1200 W. Hill Drive, San Bernardino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 388-6307
Children's Choice in El Cajon receives consistently positive reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and engaged staff, fun and educational environment, and strong communication from leadership. Children reportedly enjoy attending and thrive in this nurturing setting.
- Address
- 1164 North Second Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 442-5772
- Address
- 4840 Cahuenga Blvd., North Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (818) 761-3339
- Address
- 1390 W. Randall Avenue, Rm #C4, Colton, CA
- Phone
- (909) 421-7620
- Address
- 1370 Baseline Road, Roseville, CA
- Phone
- (510) 925-9819
- Address
- 3930 Pamela Drive, Chino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 628-6958
- Address
- 4980 Riverside Drive, Chino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 464-2695
- Address
- 12045 Telephone Avenue, Rm. 45, Chino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 627-9741
- Address
- 16633 Lemon Street, Hesperia, CA
- Phone
- (760) 956-3537
- Address
- 74350 Baseline, Room 101, Twenty Nine Palms, CA
- Phone
- (760) 361-1697
- Address
- 13427 Cahuenga Street, Victorville, CA
- Phone
- (760) 843-3893
- Address
- 17000 Silica Dr., Victorville, CA
- Phone
- (909) 406-3898
- Address
- 12333 8th Street, Room #30, Yucaipa, CA
- Phone
- (909) 797-1125
- Address
- 7601 Hopi Trail, Room K-3, Yucca Valley, CA
- Phone
- (760) 365-3381
- Address
- 255 W. 13th Street, San Bernardino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 388-6370
- Address
- 280 Oak Tree Lane, Lincoln, CA
- Phone
- (916) 479-4977
- Address
- 3825 Mountain View Avenue, San Bernardino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 881-8100
- Address
- 1300 Valencia Avenue, San Bernardino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 388-6317
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- Staff-to-child ratios (California sets minimum requirements by age group)
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- Safety measures and facility cleanliness
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- Curriculum and daily schedule
- Location, hours, and cost