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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Volunteers Of America-Salazar Park Head Start
Headstart Programs
Reviews praise Salazar Park Head Start as a well-maintained facility with clean grounds, ample recreational amenities, and strong community programming including cultural events and free meals for children. Parents highlight friendly staff, good supervision during daytime hours, and active community engagement through celebrations and classes.
Clean and well-maintained groundsmultiple sports facilities (poolbasketball
- Address
- 3864 Whittier Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 780-7185
Wagner Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 717 E Yorba Linda Blvd, Placentia, CA
- Phone
- (714) 996-0563
Wakefield State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 400 South Avenue, Turlock, CA
- Phone
- (209) 632-2857
The Walden School Of California
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 74 South San Gabriel Boulevard, Pasadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 792-6166
Walker Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9225 Hillery Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 271-8050
Walnut Park Elementary School Laup
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2642 Olive Street, Rm.B1 & B2, Huntington Park, CA
- Phone
- (323) 588-3145
Walnut School Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 4701 Walnut St., Baldwin Park, CA
- Phone
- (818) 962-3311
Warren-Walker School-Ocean Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4605 Point Loma Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 223-3663
Washington Accelerated School Ecp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1520 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 791-4573
Washington Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7804 S. Thornlake Avenue, Whittier, CA
- Phone
- (562) 699-1301
Washington Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 100 Oak Street, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 535-6261
Washington Ps-Educare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1501 Ellis, Kingsburg, CA
- Phone
- (559) 897-4136
Washington State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 900 East C Street, Colton, CA
- Phone
- (909) 876-4240
Washington State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1421 N. Wilmington Avenue, Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 898-6008
Waugh Kids Care - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 880 Maria Drive, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 762-0202
Washington Elementary School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 S. Garden, Visalia, CA
- Phone
- (559) 730-7795
Weecare Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2210 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek, CA
- Phone
- (925) 210-1091
Weigand Elementary School Room 6
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10401 Weigand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 567-9606
West Athens Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1110 W.119th Street, Rm 22 & 23, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 756-9114
West Hills Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 24373 Vanowen Street, West Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 702-0818
West Hollywood Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7377 Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 850-3090
West Street Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1472 South St., Corning, CA
- Phone
- (530) 838-1059
Westminster Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4848 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 256-8086
Westminster School Dist. Schmitt State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7200 Trask Avenue, Westminster, CA
- Phone
- (714) 894-7264
Westport State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5218 So Carpenter Rd, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (209) 538-0148
Westside Jewish Community Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5870 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 556-5251
Westwood State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 210 Third St., Westwood, CA
- Phone
- (530) 256-2832
The Whistle Stop
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3801 Miranda Avenue, #T6b, Palo Alto, CA
- Phone
- (650) 852-3497
White Rock Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 10487 White Rock Road, #2, Rancho Cordova, CA
- Phone
- (916) 363-9441
Whittier Elem Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 400 W. Whittier Ave., Hemet, CA
- Phone
- (951) 765-1648
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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.