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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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Sunny Days Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
897 Broadleaf Lane, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 551-0312
Sunshine Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
27630 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA
Phone
(661) 294-1970
Sunshine Daydreams Child Dev. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Sunshine Daydreams Child Development Center in Culver City receives consistent 5-star praise from parents who highlight the nurturing, family-like environment and caring staff. Parents report smooth transitions for children, strong social-emotional learning focus, diverse activities (art, science, music, creative play), and excellent outdoor facilities. Children reportedly love attending and experience strong early childhood foundations.

Warm and nurturing teachers
Address
3843 College Avenue, Culver City, CA
Phone
(310) 838-8851
Sunshine Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Sunshine Playschool receives exceptional praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring teachers and owners who treat each child as an individual. Parents consistently note strong child development in confidence, independence, social-emotional skills, and creativity, with particular appreciation for the play-based curriculum and extensive outdoor learning opportunities.

Caring and attentive teachersnurturing environmentplay-based learning
Address
5151 Argyle Rd., El Sobrante, CA
Phone
(510) 307-4365
Sutterville Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5520 Gilgunn Way, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 455-9420
Sycamore Christian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1111 Navellier Street, El Cerrito, CA
Phone
(510) 527-9522
Temple Adat Shalom-Ganon Gil Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
15905 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 451-6558
Temple Isaiah Pre-School Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
10345 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 553-3552
Temporary Tot Tending #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Temporary Tot Tending #3 receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and affordable pricing. Parents highlight the safe, learning-oriented environment and strong emotional growth focus, with many expressing long-term satisfaction with their children's experiences.

Affordable pricingcaring and attentive staffsafe environment
Address
350 Dolores Way, South San Francisco, CA
Phone
(650) 588-0128
Theory Of Play Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2105 N Tracy Blvd, Tracy, CA
Phone
(209) 597-5705
Three Little Stars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
44832 Cedar Avenue, Lancaster, CA
Phone
(323) 300-6149
Thumbelina Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
20 Horgan Avenue, Redwood City, CA
Phone
(650) 364-5165
Tinker Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tinker Preschool in San Francisco receives consistently high praise from parents. The center is distinguished by its emphasis on outdoor play in nearby parks, caring and dedicated teachers, and thoughtful curriculum design that supports children's social-emotional development and academic growth.

Extensive outdoor play opportunitiesdedicated and caring teachersstrong sense of community among families
Address
554 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 299-9821
Together We Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5055 Viewridge Avenue, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 751-0506
Toluca Crossroads Preschools/Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Toluca Crossroads Preschools/Kindergarten in North Hollywood receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. The center is praised for its warm, nurturing environment, dedicated and patient teachers (particularly Ms. Lynn and Ms. Norma), strong academic curriculum including an exceptional reading program, and enriching extracurricular activities. Parents report their children have thrived academically and socially, with high enthusiasm for attending school.

Caring and patient teachersclean facilityrecently updated playground
Address
4814 Cahuenga Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA
Phone
(818) 980-3688
Toluca Lake Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Toluca Lake Early Education Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff and strong management. Parents highlight the principal's open-door policy and attentive teachers, particularly noting the school's attention to detail in child care. Families express satisfaction with both the educational program and the welcoming environment.

caring and friendly teachersthoughtful principal with open-door policyattention to child hygiene and health (nail checks)
Address
4915 Strohm Ave, North Hollywood, CA
Phone
(818) 980-0925
Trinity
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
13118 Rainier, Whittier, CA
Phone
(562) 941-0244
Trinity Episcopal Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Trinity Episcopal Nursery School receives perfect ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and play-based curriculum. Parents highlight the school's inclusive approach despite its faith-based foundation, beautiful facilities, and established reputation in the community since the 1950s. Children are described as excited and engaged with their learning experience.

Caring and capable staffplay-based curriculum emphasizing movement and explorationinclusive and diverse environment
Address
419 S. 4th Street, Redlands, CA
Phone
(909) 748-5041
Trinity Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2949 Alamo Street, Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 526-5975
Trinity Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1340 11th St., Manhattan Beach, CA
Phone
(310) 379-7413
Triumphant Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Triumphant Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and caring staff. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially, entering kindergarten well-prepared, and many families return for multiple children or siblings.

Warm and attentive teachersstrong academic preparationsocial-emotional growth
Address
420 Carroll Street, Sunnyvale, CA
Phone
(408) 737-7450
Trng & Research/Chapel Of Peace-Site 40
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1009 No. Market St., Inglewood, CA
Phone
(310) 674-2454
Trust Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
4660 Eastus Drive, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 807-0996
Urban Village 1 Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3795b Fairmount Avenue, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 283-2780
Val Verde Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
5
Address
30249 San Martinez Road, Val Verde, CA
Phone
(661) 257-9751
Valley Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Valley Montessori Preschool in Canoga Park receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and authentic Montessori education approach. Parents consistently report that children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for elementary school, with strong emphasis on cleanliness, parent communication, and enrichment activities.

Caring and dedicated teachersnurturing environmentauthentic Montessori curriculum
Address
22103 Vanowen Street, Canoga Park, CA
Phone
(818) 578-6177
Village Children'S Center (R.U.Methodist)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
375 Palos Verdes Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA
Phone
(310) 378-9273
Village Kids - Carson Square
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1110 1/2 E. Dominguez Street, Carson, CA
Phone
(310) 631-8881
Vista Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
290 North Melrose Drive, Vista, CA
Phone
(760) 724-7096
Walnut International Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
20781 Amar Road, #1, Walnut, CA
Phone
(909) 594-8172

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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.