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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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Child Education Center-Caltech/Jpl Community
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
140 Foothill Boulevard, La Canada, CA
Phone
(818) 354-3418
Isla Vista Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
6842 Phelps Rd., Goleta, CA
Phone
(805) 968-0488
Amador-Tuolumne Community Action
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

AMADOR-TUOLUMNE COMMUNITY ACTION is praised for exceptional customer service and community resources. Parents consistently highlight the helpful, friendly, and non-judgmental staff who provide assistance with housing, food, and other community services.

helpful and friendly staffextensive community resourcesnon-judgmental service
Address
151 Shopping Drive, Jackson, CA
Phone
(209) 223-7333
Dandy Lion Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8
Address
1089 Baden Ave., Grover Beach, CA
Phone
(805) 481-1735
Catalyst Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided are for Catalyst Community Church, not a daycare center. All 10 reviews (5/5 stars) praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, meaningful worship services, and family-friendly environment. No actual daycare reviews are available.

Welcoming and genuine peoplebiblical and applicable sermonsenjoyable music and worship
Address
241 North Mill Street, Santa Paula, CA
Phone
(805) 420-7030
Brush Creek Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Brush Creek Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular appreciation for its Montessori curriculum, caring teachers, and small class sizes. Students reportedly thrive academically and socially, with strong teacher communication and flexible scheduling for working families.

Montessori curriculumcaring and warm teacherssmall classes
Address
1569 Brush Creek Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Phone
(707) 539-7980
Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Community Care Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balanced curriculum combining academic learning with play, excellent parent communication through daily photos/updates, and significant developmental growth in their children across social, emotional, and academic domains.

Warm and caring teachersage-appropriate class groupinghands-
Address
450 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 652-4504
Azure Hills Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Azure Hills Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff care, strong academics combined with Christian faith-based education, and excellent daily communication. Parents report significant child development, small class sizes, and a nurturing environment where children enjoy attending and thrive.

caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong academic curriculum
Address
22577 Center City Court, Grand Terrace, CA
Phone
(909) 825-7054
Calvary Chapel Lake Arrowhead Rock Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews primarily focus on the church experience rather than the preschool program. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality of pastoral teaching, and worship services at Calvary Chapel Lake Arrowhead. One review mentions a granddaughter attending preschool at the facility.

Welcoming and friendly environmentquality biblical teachinggood worship music
Address
101 Grandview Road, Twin Peaks, CA
Phone
(909) 337-2468
Albany Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
720 Jackson Street, Albany, CA
Phone
(510) 559-6590
Crosspoint Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Crosspoint Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the school's strong academic preparation for kindergarten and elementary school readiness. Parents highlight the caring and professional teaching staff, noting significant improvements in their children's development, speech, and confidence. One parent mentioned avoiding certain teachers, suggesting inconsistency in staff quality.

Devoted and professional teachersstrong kindergarten preparationsignificant improvement in children's skills and confidence
Address
6950 Edison Avenue, Chino, CA
Phone
(909) 902-1154
Fairfax San Anselmo Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Fairfax San Anselmo Children's Center as a long-established, family-oriented facility with caring teachers who prioritize child safety and wellbeing. Reviewers highlight the center's diverse culture, organized operations, and multi-generational impact on the Fairfax community. The center balances COVID safety guidelines while allowing children to play and develop in a secure environment.

Caring and loving teacherssafe environmentdiverse and family-oriented culture
Address
199 Porteous Avenue, Fairfax, CA
Phone
(415) 454-1811
Eastside Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Note: These reviews appear to be for Eastside Christian Church, not the preschool program. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming, non-judgmental atmosphere and friendly staff. Visitors report feeling genuinely cared for and finding community support during both regular visits and difficult times.

welcoming and friendly staffnon-judgmental environmentcommunity support and resources
Address
17003 S. Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA
Phone
(562) 866-9749
Beth El Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Beth El Nursery School is a synagogue-based preschool in Berkeley with consistently positive reviews praising its welcoming and warm community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the quality of its educational programs, including preschool, summer camp, and family education. The facility also hosts community events and meals that families enjoy.

warm and welcoming atmosphereexcellent summer camp programsquality preschool and family education
Address
1301 Oxford Street, Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510) 848-9428
Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare
Church Daycare
4.8

Peninsula Covenant Church Aftercare is a religious facility in Redwood City with excellent community feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming environment, caring staff, and spiritual foundation, though the reviews appear to focus more on the church itself rather than aftercare services specifically.

Welcoming and friendly staffBible-based Christian educationbeautiful facilities with extensive grounds and athletic amenities
Address
3560 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City, CA
Phone
(650) 365-8094
Valle Verde Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
3275 Peachwillow Lane, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 944-5255
Country Hill Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Country Hill Montessori for its dedicated staff, quality Montessori education, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight director Ms. Tanya's leadership and individual teachers' commitment to child development. Children reportedly enjoy attending school and demonstrate strong academic progress.

Caring and dedicated staffhands-on Montessori curriculumsmall class sizes with individual attention
Address
6131 Kenneth Avenue, Fair Oaks, CA
Phone
(916) 969-2929
Escuela De La Raza Unida IV Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
875 E. Chanslorway, Blythe, CA
Phone
(760) 922-2582
Shalom Christian Academy-Williamsburg
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
3124 Williamsburg Drive, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 429-8610
Fairfax San Anselmo Children'S Center-Infant Progr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise this long-established infant program for its caring, loving teachers and safe, organized environment. Reviewers highlight the center's diverse, family-oriented culture and its decades of service to the community. Parents feel confident leaving their children there while they work.

Caring and loving teacherssafe environmentwell-organized
Address
199 Porteous Avenue, Fairfax, CA
Phone
(415) 454-1811
Knowledge Tree Children'S Academy (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Knowledge Tree Children's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated staff, engaging curriculum, and safe learning environment where children are excited to attend daily.

Warm and attentive teachersstory-based and hands-on curriculumSpanish language instruction
Address
1100 Sunset Blvd, Rocklin, CA
Phone
(916) 435-9382
Peace Of Mind Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
240-250 Parcels Street, Pomona, CA
Phone
(909) 629-0600
Temple Beth Am Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Temple Beth Am Nursery School is a highly-rated Conservative Jewish institution in Los Angeles with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the welcoming community atmosphere, strong leadership, and quality educational programs including the Pressman preschool. The facility is noted for its safety protocols, engaging events, and multigenerational family environment.

Beautiful facilitywelcoming and loving atmospherestrong rabbinic leadership
Address
1039 S La Cienega, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 652-7353
Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

All reviews are 5-star ratings praising AMADOR TUOLUMNE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY as an exceptional community resource center. Parents highlight the helpful and compassionate staff who provide assistance with housing, food, marriage licenses, and other community services. Reviewers consistently describe their experience as positive and life-changing.

Helpful and friendly staffno judgment approachextensive community resources
Address
101 Shopping Drive, Jackson, CA
Phone
(209) 223-1485
Crosswind Community Church-Adventureland Infant
Church Daycare
4.8

Parents consistently praise Crosswind Community Church-Adventureland Infant as a welcoming, clean facility with caring and personable staff. The preschool program receives high marks for smooth classroom transitions, excellent student-to-teacher ratios, and included meals. The church community is described as non-judgmental and supportive, with appreciated leadership from Pastor Tim.

Caring and personable staffexcellent student-to-teacher ratiossmooth transitions between class levels
Address
41337 10th Street West, Palmdale, CA
Phone
(661) 272-0681
Ione-Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

IONE-AMADOR TUOLUMNE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY is praised for its exceptionally helpful and friendly staff who provide comprehensive community resources and assistance. Parents consistently report positive experiences with services including housing, food assistance, and other support programs. The organization is noted for its compassionate, non-judgmental approach to helping families in need.

Helpful and friendly staffcomprehensive community resourceshousing and food assistance programs
Address
108 W. Marlette Street, Ione, CA
Phone
(209) 274-0395
Dixon Migrant Child Development Center-School-Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
7290 Radio Station Road, Dixon, CA
Phone
(707) 678-2113
Tujunga Canyon Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Tujunga Canyon Preschool Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared academically for elementary school, and treated like family. The school is highlighted for strong communication, safety measures including classroom cameras, and engaging activities.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic preparati
Address
9901 Tujunga Canyon Blvd., Tujunga, CA
Phone
(818) 353-9333
Jeffrey Foundation Multipurpose Center-School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Jeffrey Foundation Multipurpose Center-School Age as a safe, friendly, and welcoming environment. The facility is noted for its exceptional care of children, particularly those with special needs, and for offering quality parenting programs. Staff and teachers are repeatedly described as caring, polite, and helpful.

Safe environmentfriendly staffwelcoming atmosphere
Address
5464-5470 W.Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 965-7536
Gingerbread Learning Center Of Desert Knolls
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Gingerbread Learning Center for its nurturing, clean, and safe environment with caring staff. Children enjoy attending and engage in structured learning activities and classes rather than passive entertainment. The facility is noted for being responsive to parent concerns and treating children with genuine care.

Nurturing environmentclean and safe facilityfriendly and loving staff
Address
15749 Olalee Road, Apple Valley, CA
Phone
(760) 946-3399

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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.