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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Burton District State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1873 Mulberry, Porterville, CA
- Phone
- (559) 784-0310
Central Valley Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5600 W. Tulare Avenue, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 734-2050
Perkins State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1770 Main Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 344-5300
Crowley Elementary School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 214 E. Ferguson, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 730-7758
Cutler Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 40532 Road 128, Cutler, CA
- Phone
- (559) 528-3710
Cutler Child Development Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12890 School Avenue, Cutler, CA
- Phone
- (559) 528-1834
Sausd/Lorin Griset Academy-Cal-Safe Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1915 West Mc Fadden Avenue, Santa Ana, CA
- Phone
- (714) 648-2918
Palomar Family Ymca-Bernardo Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1122 Mountain Heights, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 644-2318
A Place Of Our Own Cdc School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1851 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 745-0115
Alpine Country Care Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8770 Harbison Canyon Road, Alpine, CA
- Phone
- (619) 445-3553
Bright Horizons At Garner School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Bright Horizons at Garner School Age Program receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff who support children's academic, social, and emotional development. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and secure with a strong community atmosphere.
Caring and experienced staffinclusive environment for children with special needsclean and well-maintained facilities
- Address
- 2275 No. Loop Road, Alameda, CA
- Phone
- (510) 769-5437
Carlsbad Educational Foundation-Aviara Oaks Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6900 Ambrosia Lane, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 331-6028
Carlsbad Educational Foundation-Buena Vista Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1330 Buena Vista Way, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 331-5400
Carlsbad Educational Foundation-Pacific Rim Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1100 Camino De Las Ondas, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 602-8489
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Jefferson Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3743 Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 331-5566
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Kelly Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4885 Kelly Drive, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 331-5800
Carlsbad Educational Foundation - Magnolia Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1905 Magnolia Avenue, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 331-5666
Cool Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2968 Hwy 49 Ste. D, Cool, CA
- Phone
- (530) 351-2310
West Hills College Avenal Child Development Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 601 E. Mariposa Street, Avenal, CA
- Phone
- (559) 386-2826
West Hills College Avenal Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 601 E. Mariposa Avenue, Avenal, CA
- Phone
- (559) 386-2826
St. Patrick'S Catholic Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 809 S. Main St., Angels Camp, CA
- Phone
- (209) 736-4458
West Valley College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14000 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA
- Phone
- (408) 741-2409
Wiseburn Child Development Center (Cabrillo)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5309 W. 135th Street, Hawthorne, CA
- Phone
- (310) 536-9353
Wiseburn Child Development Center (Anza)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12110 S. Hindry Avenue, Hawthorne, CA
- Phone
- (310) 643-8511
Ymca Ps @ Oak Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1501 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 962-1527
Bayview Ckc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1231 Bay Street, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 429-8366
St. Frances Cabrini School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 15325 Woodard Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 377-6545
Ventana School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1040 Border Road, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 948-2121
Vejar/Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1381 South White Ave., Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4985
Vcusd-Cave Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 770 Tregaskis Avenue, Vallejo, CA
- Phone
- (707) 556-8410
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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.