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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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Champions At Portola
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
300 Amador Ave., Room #1, San Bruno, CA
Phone
(650) 255-7457
Giving Tree Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2555 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 977-1772
Gloria Dei Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
121 South White Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 272-0321
Kidango Goss Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2475 Van Winkle Lane, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 258-8233
Kidango Hubbard Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1680 Foley Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 258-5488
Shadow Hills Presbyterian Church Nursery School
Church Daycare
5
Address
10158 Johanna Ave, Sunland, CA
Phone
(818) 353-7554
Kinderland Preschool Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12815 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley, CA
Phone
(530) 273-1255
Moreland Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Moreland Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the well-trained, caring staff and comprehensive curriculum emphasizing social-emotional development, moral values, and life skills. Parents highlight the play-based learning approach, quality outdoor facilities, and individual attention given to each child. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with particular appreciation for staff support with developmental delays and post-COVID adjustment.

caring and well-trained staffcomprehensive curriculum focusing on social-emotional skills and valuesplay-based learning approach
Address
3750 Gleason Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 874-3745
St. Stephen'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2500 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Phone
(831) 462-4453
Life Spring Community Preschool And Infant Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2560 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Phone
(831) 477-0584
Miracle Land Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4371 Cerritos Avenue, Cypress, CA
Phone
(714) 952-1740
Mantra Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
853 Gary Ave, Sunnyale, CA
Phone
(408) 730-2222
Monarch Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1715 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-4840
Montessori Academy Of Campbell
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Montessori Academy of Campbell receives consistently high praise from parents for fostering children's independence, confidence, and social-emotional development through dedicated, well-trained staff and a strong sense of community. Parents highlight the quality Montessori education, enriching activities, and the school's ability to maintain operations during challenging times. Multiple families report smooth transitions to kindergarten and view the center as having made a significant positive impact on their children.

dedicated and warm staffindependent and confident child developmentstrong sense of community
Address
177 East Rincon Avenue, Campbell, CA
Phone
(408) 378-9244
The Orchard
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
494 S. Bernardo Ave., Sunnyvale, CA
Phone
(408) 789-2621
Van Nuys Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6260 Tyrone Avenue, Van Nuys, CA
Phone
(818) 522-8330
Rose Blossom Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Rose Blossom Nursery School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, particularly Director Sharon, and the balanced approach combining structured learning with play-based activities. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with improved confidence, strong preparation for elementary school, and genuine enjoyment attending the program.

Experienced and caring teachersstructured curriculum with themesbalance of play-based and academic learning
Address
6401 Freedom Boulevard, Aptos, CA
Phone
(831) 662-8458
Saddleback Valley Ymca-Tijeras Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
23072 Avenida Empressa, Rcho Sta Marg, CA
Phone
(949) 635-9622
Sjb - Franklin Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
420 Tully Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 414-2700
Saratoga French Cultural Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Saratoga French Cultural Preschool for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and effective French immersion program suitable for both native and non-native speakers. Director Nadia and her dedicated teaching team are highlighted as passionate, caring, and professionally attentive to each child's development. The school offers enriching activities including hands-on projects, cultural celebrations, and strong community engagement.

Dedicated and warm teacherspassionate director NadiaFrench language acquisition
Address
12850 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA
Phone
(408) 740-3350
Marin Enrichment-School-Age/Bacich
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
699 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Kentfield, CA
Phone
(415) 461-4395
Scott United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
444 N. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 793-0543
Seeds Of Knowledge Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16900 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA
Phone
(831) 251-5711
Holy Cross Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Holy Cross Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the play-based learning approach, experienced director Miss Chris, welcoming staff, and clean facilities. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children's social, emotional, and language skills, along with strong safety protocols and regular parent communication. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and highly recommend the school.

Play-based learning approac
Address
900 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA
Phone
(650) 631-9338
Holy Family Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1590 S. Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay, CA
Phone
(650) 726-9001
Ihsd INC-Moonridge Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2001 Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, CA
Phone
(650) 712-8729
Intelligent Learning Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
217 N Grant Street, San Mateo, CA
Phone
(415) 990-1354
Kiddie Garden Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1305 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA
Phone
(650) 366-3842
Kindercourt Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1225 Greenwood, San Carlos, CA
Phone
(650) 591-4882
Kirk House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
950 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA
Phone
(650) 323-8667

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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.