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
- 625 Main Street, Sausalito, CA
- Phone
- (415) 332-0174
- Address
- 11 Shepherd Way, Tiburon, CA
- Phone
- (415) 435-3521
Parents consistently praise Mill Valley Nursery School as an exceptional co-op preschool with a strong sense of community and parent involvement. Children thrive in the nurturing environment led by experienced teachers, and families appreciate the lower tuition offset by meaningful participation in their child's education.
- Address
- 10 Old Mill Street, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 381-4206
- Address
- 80 Lomita Drive, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 381-3120
- Address
- 699 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Kentfield, CA
- Phone
- (415) 461-4395
Mill Valley Cooperative Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the cooperative model, strong community, and experienced teaching staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's development, the parent participation component, and the welcoming environment. The school is noted for its lower tuition compared to other Bay Area preschools, with costs offset by parent involvement.
- Address
- 51 Shell Road, Mill Valley, CA
- Phone
- (415) 388-9174
- Address
- 2001 Center Road, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 892-2712
- Address
- 610 Del Ganado, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 479-7373
Montessori in Motion is highly praised by parents for its nurturing Montessori approach, skilled and caring staff, and emphasis on fostering independence and confidence in children. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically and socially, with smooth transitions to kindergarten. The program is described as a loving, intimate community with small class sizes and a well-structured curriculum.
- Address
- 3 Wellbrock Heights, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 342-6622
Novato Parents Nursery School is a cooperative preschool in Novato, California with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the play-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, outdoor learning environment, supportive teachers, and strong community aspect where parents work one day per week in the classroom.
- Address
- 1473 South Novato Boulevard, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 897-4498
- Address
- 70 Skyview Terrace, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 479-6026
- Address
- 790 Duane Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA
- Phone
- (408) 738-3261
- Address
- 1111 Hammond Avenue, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (209) 524-1447
Parents consistently praise San Anselmo Co-Operative Nursery School as an exceptional community-focused preschool with high-quality teaching and strong parent involvement. Families highlight the tight-knit community, conflict resolution approach, and resilience the school demonstrated after relocating due to facility damage. The cooperative model fosters meaningful connections among families and provides a nurturing environment for child development.
- Address
- 24 Myrtle Lane, San Anselmo, CA
- Phone
- (415) 454-5308
- Address
- 499 Washington Ave., Ukiah, CA
- Phone
- (707) 462-2671
- Address
- 44831 Main Street, Mendocino, CA
- Phone
- (707) 937-4913
- Address
- 2161 South State Street, Ukiah, CA
- Phone
- (707) 468-1255
- Address
- 401 Lescher Drive, Merced, CA
- Phone
- (209) 726-3154
- Address
- 6738 North Sultana Drive, Livingston, CA
- Phone
- (209) 394-1821
The Growing Patch Private Preschool in Fresno receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and engaging curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Parents consistently report their children thrive in this safe, stimulating environment and are happy to attend daily. The facility is noted for excellent communication, flexibility, and treating each child's individual needs.
- Address
- 5560 W. Spruce Avenue, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 435-4934
- Address
- 2045 N. Wishon, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 227-5436
- Address
- 1570 Marion St, Kingsburg, CA
- Phone
- (559) 909-0753
- Address
- 1296 E. Washington, Reedley, CA
- Phone
- (559) 305-3326
- Address
- 5005 N. Maple Avenue, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 278-0225
- Address
- 2114 Goldridge, Selma, CA
- Phone
- (559) 896-0495
- Address
- 130 North U Street, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 492-2907
- Address
- 2405 Tulare St, Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 497-3846
- Address
- 204 Fairgrounds Road, Quincy, CA
- Phone
- (530) 283-0592
- Address
- 2000 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 366-9859
- Address
- 21990 Nevada St., San Joaquin, CA
- Phone
- (559) 693-4004
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