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 |
Religious / Church Based Daycare
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Country Christian School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2416 Dean Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 589-4703
La Petite Academy - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise La Petite Academy's infant program for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and attentive staff. Families highlight the peace of mind provided by live camera monitoring, nutritious in-house meals, strong teacher-parent communication, and smooth transitions between age groups. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5 stars.
Caring and nurturing staffexperienced teachers with low turnoverlive camera monitoring system
- Address
- 10050 Carmel Mountain Road, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 484-2654
St. Anne'S Fritz Burns Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 155 N. Occidental Blvd. Fl.#1, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 381-2931
Elk Grove School Age Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9373 Crowell Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 686-6495
Hadley Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 11703 E Hadley St, Whitter, CA
- Phone
- (562) 699-0539
The Sunshine Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11942 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 472-2212
Westwood State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9444 Caywood, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 953-8001
Larson'S Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 940 Diablo Road, Danville, CA
- Phone
- (925) 837-3570
Shackelford Family Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 116 El Paso Avenue, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (209) 575-7381
Sheridan Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 416 Cornwell Street, Room 55, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 263-9818
Shirayuri Youchien
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20706 S. Normandie Avenue, Torrance, CA
- Phone
- (310) 715-1731
Sierra Waldorf School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 19234 Rawhide Road, Jamestown, CA
- Phone
- (209) 984-0454
Sinai Temple Akiba Pre-School
Church Daycare
- Address
- 10400 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 481-3212
Shir Hadash Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20 Cherry Blossom Lane, Los Gatos, CA
- Phone
- (408) 358-1751
Small World Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4555 Hilltop Drive, Richmond, CA
- Phone
- (510) 222-6059
Smart Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 6401 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga, CA
- Phone
- (818) 446-0909
Sonrise Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1404 W. Covina Blvd, San Dimas, CA
- Phone
- (909) 394-5114
Sonrise Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1220 E. Ruddock Street, Covina, CA
- Phone
- (626) 967-0010
Sounds Of Music
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 303 Garnet, Redondo Beach, CA
- Phone
- (310) 379-6950
South Fork Preschool & Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6401 Fay Ranch Road, Weldon, CA
- Phone
- (760) 378-2570
South Hills Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1600 E. Francisquito Ave., West Covina, CA
- Phone
- (626) 919-2000
South Hillsborough Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 El Cerrito Ave., Rm. 3 & 4, Hillsborough, CA
- Phone
- (650) 343-3689
Sonshine Enrichment Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1225 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, CA
- Phone
- (925) 417-8411
South Region Early Education Center #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7221 S. Atlantic Blvd, Cudahy, CA
- Phone
- (323) 890-2380
So. Bay Fam. Ymca Early Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 540 G Street, Rm 911, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 427-7414
Sprouts Montessori Children'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 19201 Del Mar Drive B, Fort Bragg, CA
- Phone
- (707) 964-2094
St Andrews Episcopal Parish Day School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4816 Glen Street, La Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (619) 469-5330
Speech And Language Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8699 Holder Street, Buena Park, CA
- Phone
- (714) 821-3620
St Dominic'S Preschool/Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 428 East J Street, Benicia, CA
- Phone
- (707) 745-4430
St Mark'S Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2323 Las Lomitas Drive, Hacienda Heights, CA
- Phone
- (626) 968-0428
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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.