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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Starlight School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1350 Danville Blvd., Alamo, CA
- Phone
- (925) 314-1706
St. Agnes Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1255 E. Herndon Ave., Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 450-3545
St. Catherine Of Siena Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 470 Avian Drive, Vallejo, CA
- Phone
- (707) 642-1253
St. Cyril Of Jerusalem Pre-K Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4548 Haskell Avenue, Encino, CA
- Phone
- (818) 501-4155
Starlight Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 235 Hammer Drive, Watsonville, CA
- Phone
- (831) 724-7134
Sunshine House - Brentwood II
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise Sunshine House Brentwood II for its warm, caring teachers who create a nurturing environment where children thrive. Families highlight the excellent communication through daily photo updates, engaging activities, and strong sense of community. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints reported.
Warm and caring teachersdaily photo and video updatesflexible scheduling options
- Address
- 3700 Walnut Boulevard, Brentwood, CA
- Phone
- (925) 516-9100
Sunshine Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 109 Patten Street, Sonoma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 996-2702
The Sunshine Shack
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1027 N. Cole Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 466-4381
Sybil Crookham Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7160 W. Walnut, Winton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 357-6175
Tara Redwood School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5810 Prescott Road, Soquel, CA
- Phone
- (831) 462-9632
United Methodist Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 27555 Baseline Street, Highland, CA
- Phone
- (909) 862-0516
Walnut Acres Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 610 N. Hartley, Patterson, CA
- Phone
- (209) 892-4550
Walnut Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2600 Walnut Avenue, Livingston, CA
- Phone
- (209) 394-5433
Wccusd - Bayview
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3001 16th Street, Room M4, San Pablo, CA
- Phone
- (510) 231-1401
Wccusd - Coronado State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2100 Maine Ave., Rm. K102, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 307-4585
Wccusd - Downer Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1231 18th Street, Room 126, San Pablo, CA
- Phone
- (510) 231-1435
Wccusd - Martin Luther King State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4022 Florida Ave, Rm 114, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 307-4585
Wccusd - Nystrom
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 230 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 237-3804
Wccusd - Peres
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 719 Fifth Street, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 233-5975
Wccusd Marie Murphy State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4350 Valley View Road, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 223-2781
We 'R' Family Christian C.C. Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1004 Utah Street, Fairfield, CA
- Phone
- (707) 428-1838
Wood Canyon Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 23431 Knollwood, Aliso Viejo, CA
- Phone
- (949) 448-0012
W.C.C.U.S.D. - Chavez School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 960 - 17th Street, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 412-5081
W.C.C.U.S.D. - Grant School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2400 Downer Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 232-4736
W.C.C.U.S.D. - Riverside School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1300 Amador St., Room 6, San Pablo, CA
- Phone
- (510) 231-1570
Ymca Of The East Bay - Eden Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 951 Palisade Street, Hayward, CA
- Phone
- (510) 247-8289
Ymca Of The East Bay - Giant Road Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 919 Lake Street, San Pablo, CA
- Phone
- (510) 235-1840
Webster State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4801 Elm Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 362-3000
Ymca Of The East Bay - Richmond Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 485 Lucas Avenue, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 412-5640
Ywca Of Contra Costa - Mary Rocha
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 931 Cavallo Road, Antioch, CA
- Phone
- (925) 778-6234
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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.