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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.

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Clayton Valley Presbyterian Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1578 Kirker Pass Road, Clayton, CA
Phone
(925) 672-0882
Community Presbyterian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
222 West El Pintado Road, Danville, CA
Phone
(925) 837-3316
Kidz Town Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2620 Colusa Highway, Yuba City, CA
Phone
(530) 673-5821
Happy Hearts Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Happy Hearts Children's Center in Porterville receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Parents consistently highlight the experienced director Mrs. Holly and caring, trustworthy staff who prepare children well for kindergarten while creating a family-like environment.

Experienced and compassionate directorcaring staffkindergarten preparation
Address
111 N. Villa, Porterville, CA
Phone
(559) 788-0483
Chico Christian Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Chico Christian Infant Center for its caring and loving staff who prioritize child safety and development. Reviewers highlight the center's ability to ease parental anxiety and foster strong relationships with families. Children show notable growth across social, academic, and developmental areas.

caring and loving staffstrong communication with parentschild safety
Address
2801 Notre Dame Blvd., Chico, CA
Phone
(530) 879-8988
Contra Costa Co. Head Start - Brookside
Headstart Programs
5
Address
847 Brookside Drive, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 374-3732
Creative Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Creative Montessori Preschool in Moraga receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff led by Silvia, the engaging learning activities, and welcoming environment for infants and toddlers. Parents report their children are happy, learning developmental skills, and adjusting well to the program. The school is noted as particularly valuable for working families seeking full-day preschool options in the Lamorinda area.

Caring and professional staffengaging learning activitiessmall community feel
Address
1350 Moraga Way, Moraga, CA
Phone
(925) 377-8314
Little Thinkers Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1415 Centinela Avenue, Inglewood, CA
Phone
(310) 671-9795
Sunshine School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Sunshine School is a highly-regarded bilingual English-Chinese preschool in San Jose where children develop strong language skills and social-emotional growth. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive teachers, nutritious meals, and enriching extracurricular activities that keep children engaged and happy.

Bilingual education with strong Chinese language instructionloving and caring teachers who provide individual attentionfreshly made meals and healthy
Address
3412 Sierra Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 464-5837
Sunshine School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Sunshine School as a warm, well-organized bilingual preschool with caring, attentive teachers. Children are excited to attend daily, and many continue to visit their former teachers years after graduating. The school offers structured academics, enriching activities, meals included in tuition, and maintains strong teacher-to-student ratios.

Bilingual English-Mandarin programcaring and passionate teacherswarm nurturing environment
Address
1311 Vinci Park Way, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 464-5837
Woodside West School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
2577 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Phone
(707) 528-6666
All Aboard Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8510 Weedpatch Hwy., Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 845-2045
Sunny Acres
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1841 N Westwood, Porterville, CA
Phone
(559) 782-8082
Learning Tree Before And After School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Learning Tree Before and After School Care in Santa Clarita receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, quality homework support, engaging activities, and safe environment. Multiple parents report their children are happy and well-cared for across preschool, before/after school, and summer camp programs.

Warm and welcoming staffhomework assistance and completionengaging activities and field trips
Address
17873 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA
Phone
(661) 877-2130
Sunshine Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2452 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(209) 595-1875
Temple Judea Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
5429 Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA
Phone
(818) 342-3840
University Synagogue Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3400 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 553-3535
Congregational Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Congregational Children's Center in Shafter receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, compassionate staff and director for creating a safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the center's strong academic instruction, smooth transition support for new students, and engaging activities including Bible lessons, field trips, and special programs.

Caring and patient teachersresponsive directorsmooth adjustment to separation from family
Address
430 E Tulare Ave, Shafter, CA
Phone
(661) 746-3100
Edison Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1036 Vineland Road, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 363-5394
First Experiences At F.U.M.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4600 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 395-0225
Action Day Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6822 Kenneth Avenue, Orangevale, CA
Phone
(916) 988-9689
Valley Of The Moon Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
136 Mission Terrace, Sonoma, CA
Phone
(707) 938-4265
Valley Parent Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Valley Parent Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its warm, nurturing environment and play-based learning approach. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, strong community through the co-op program, and positive impact on their children's social-emotional development. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving in the school's supportive setting.

Caring and nurturing teachersplay-based learningwarm and welcoming environment
Address
935 Camino Ramon, Danville, CA
Phone
(925) 837-5401
Victor Valley Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
15260 Nisqualli Road, Victorville, CA
Phone
(760) 241-7395
The Walther School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The Walther School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the exceptional leadership of founder Gloria Walther, her PhD in early childhood development, and a warm, nurturing environment that fosters creativity, kindness, and strong social-emotional skills. Parents consistently report that their children formed lasting friendships and developed a genuine love of learning, with many noting these positive effects persisted years after graduation. The school is described as a magical, special place that supports both children and parents through thoughtful, individualized attention.

Highly qualified and dedicated founder/principal Gloria Waltherexperienced teaching staffwarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
1246 N. Gardner, West Hollywood, CA
Phone
(323) 876-4727
Campus Children'S Center - Site III
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5150 N Campus Dr, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 278-0800
Seta - Mather Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
10546 Peter A. Mcquen Rd., Mather, CA
Phone
(916) 563-5057
Yucaipa Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Yucaipa Christian Preschool receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, clean facilities, Christian curriculum, and small class sizes. Parents consistently highlight feeling their children are safe, loved, and thriving academically and spiritually at the school.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitystrong communication via app with photos and updates
Address
34968 Avenue H, Yucaipa, CA
Phone
(909) 797-6814
Kiddie Kampus Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16330 Los Gatos Boulevard, Los Gatos, CA
Phone
(408) 356-6776
Heffalump Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Heffalump Preschool in Palo Alto receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teaching staff (particularly Ms. Barbara and Ms. Meenakshi) for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally while building confidence and friendships.

Dedicated and caring teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong focus on child development (academic and emotional)
Address
3990 Ventura Court, Palo Alto, CA
Phone
(650) 856-4321

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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.