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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- Address
- 800 College Ave., Weed, CA
- Phone
- (530) 938-5352
- Address
- 710 Everitt Memorial Hwy., Mt. Shasta, CA
- Phone
- (530) 926-3886
- Address
- 1926 Sycamore Drive, Room #5, Redding, CA
- Phone
- (530) 225-0055
- Address
- 1273 S. Main St., Yreka, CA
- Phone
- (530) 842-5787
- Address
- 2825 Yana Ave., Redding, CA
- Phone
- (530) 224-4189
- Address
- 38 Teloma Drive, Ventura, CA
- Phone
- (805) 642-9567
- Address
- 1900 G Street, Merced, CA
- Phone
- (209) 325-1693
- Address
- 2320 Sierra Blvd., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 485-4151
Parents praise the caring teachers and welcoming family atmosphere at Shasta Head Start Countryside, with most reporting positive experiences. However, one parent raised concerns about inconsistent staff quality, inadequate support for breastfeeding mothers, and pay/benefits issues affecting staff retention and accountability.
- Address
- 3131 East St., Anderson, CA
- Phone
- (530) 245-5119
- Address
- 590 Mary Street, Bldg #50, Redding, CA
- Phone
- (530) 245-5115
- Address
- 2100 Mariners Drive, Newport Beach, CA
- Phone
- (949) 548-6770
- Address
- 1518 S. Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 842-8040
- Address
- 1561 Joiner Parkway, Lincoln, CA
- Phone
- (916) 632-8407
Shasta Head Start Gateway receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring teachers, welcoming environment, and positive impact on their children's development. However, one detailed review raises concerns about inconsistent teacher quality, inadequate support for breastfeeding mothers, low staff compensation, and varying standards across facilities.
- Address
- 17760 Shasta Dam Blvd., Shasta Lake City, CA
- Phone
- (530) 275-8913
- Address
- 1329 - 7th Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 665-4189
- Address
- 10120 North De Anza Blvd., Cupertino, CA
- Phone
- (408) 252-9778
- Address
- 4005 N. Sutter Street, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 465-5368
- Address
- 2238 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA
- Phone
- (510) 865-1055
- Address
- 2400/2402 Nelson Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 371-3731
- Address
- 4245 Lawton Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 504-6467
- Address
- 10121 Pine Ave, Truckee, CA
- Phone
- (530) 582-3572
- Address
- 15700 Sherman Way, Van Nuys, CA
- Phone
- (818) 786-4720
- Address
- 1280 Dove Street, Tracy, CA
- Phone
- (209) 836-0977
- Address
- 2277 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 764-5205
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Elk Grove Florin for exceptional care, attentive staff, and strong communication through their app. Children reportedly love attending and feel safe and nurtured. The center is described as clean, engaging, and welcoming with dedicated teachers who form lasting relationships with families.
- Address
- 9250 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 714-2772
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Stockton for its caring, professional staff and safe, clean facility. Multiple long-term families report satisfaction with the curriculum, daily communication through photos/updates, and the center's ability to support child development and parental needs. All reviews are 5-star ratings with overwhelmingly positive feedback.
- Address
- 7801 Mariners Drive, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 477-3723
La Petite Academy in Folsom receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5 stars except one 4-star review. Parents highlight exceptional teacher quality, strong academic curriculum, excellent communication through daily updates and live cameras, and a caring environment where children thrive emotionally and developmentally.
- Address
- 410 Glenn Drive, Folsom, CA
- Phone
- (916) 983-6137
La Petite Academy in Oceanside receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, strong academic curriculum balancing learning with enrichment activities, and safe, clean facilities. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and thriving socially, emotionally, and academically.
- Address
- 4179 Avenida De La Plata, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 941-5406
- Address
- 744 P Street, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 444-0029
- Address
- 750 Central Park Drive, Roseville, CA
- Phone
- (916) 771-4267
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Frequently asked questions
- 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