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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Neighborhood Infant-Toddler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 311 North California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA
- Phone
- (650) 321-3493
Orange Presbyterian Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 146 N. Grand Street, Orange, CA
- Phone
- (714) 605-9045
My Friends & Me Infant & Toddler Development Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 810 West Hamilton Ave, El Centro, CA
- Phone
- (760) 353-3044
Puente Ave Preschool Infant Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14032 Dillerdale Ave, La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 338-3464
Sfusd-Presidio (Ees) Infant/Toddler
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 387 Moraga Ave, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 561-5822
Siskiyou (Scoe) Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 Child'S Way, Yreka, CA
- Phone
- (530) 842-8493
Sterling Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3000 Sterling Road, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 871-6055
Ywca-North Valley Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1200 N. Maclay St., San Fernando, CA
- Phone
- (818) 365-6881
Atlc Preschool & Extended Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1855 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 264-3152
Bermuda Dunes Learning Center @ Palm Desert
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 45900 Portola, Palm Desert, CA
- Phone
- (760) 772-7127
Bright Futures Growth And Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1060 Manor Rd, El Sobrante, CA
- Phone
- (510) 758-4898
Champions - Santa Rita Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 700 Los Altos Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 917-9300
Champions At Dartmouth Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5575 Dartmouth Drive, Rm. 401, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 307-7834
Champions At Miller Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 17925 Krameria Avenue, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 789-8181
Champions Irwin/Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14907 Mojave Drive, Victorville, CA
- Phone
- (760) 955-2808
Champions @ Marion Mix
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4730 Laguna Park Dr, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 430-7422
Club J
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 Federation Way Suite, #200, Irvine, CA
- Phone
- (949) 435-3400
Estock Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14741 North B. Street, Tustin, CA
- Phone
- (714) 573-4636
Ethan'S After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5421 Rodeo Road, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 924-2777
Extended Day Child Care Center INC. - Dougherty
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise Extended Day Child Care Center for its extended hours (7AM-6PM), convenient on-campus location, and exceptional staff who create a warm, nurturing environment. Children benefit from a balanced curriculum combining academics, enrichment activities, and play, with strong communication between staff and parents. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children genuinely enjoy attending and have developed socially and emotionally through the program.
Extended operating hourson-campus locationseamless school transitions
- Address
- 5301 Hibernia Drive, Dublin, CA
- Phone
- (925) 803-4154
Spring Hill Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 825 Middlefield Dr, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-9222
El Santo Nino Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 601 E. 23rd St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 748-5246
St. Stanislaus Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1416 Maze Blvd, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (209) 524-9036
Waterford U.S.D. Migrant Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 219 N Reinway Ave, Waterford, CA
- Phone
- (209) 874-1809
Buena Park Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 6625 Dale Street, Buena Park, CA
- Phone
- (714) 241-8920
Community Baptist Child Enrichment Center
Church Daycare
- Address
- 1243 Artesia Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 374-0583
Campus Kids Connection Mountain
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3042 Old San Jose Road, Soquel, CA
- Phone
- (831) 475-3274
Campus Kids Connection Valencia Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 250 Aptos School Road, Aptos, CA
- Phone
- (831) 462-9822
City Of San Rafael/Vallecito School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 50 Nova Albion, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 485-3103
Ckc Santa Cruz Gardens
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8005 Winkle Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 475-5925
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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.