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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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Ymca Peterson Program Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
20661 Farnsworth Lane, Huntington Beach, CA
Phone
(714) 536-0068
Malibu Methodist Church Nursery Center
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents consistently praise Malibu Methodist Church Nursery Center as an exceptional preschool with highly experienced, caring teachers and outstanding outdoor learning spaces. The Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum emphasizes nature-based play, hands-on learning, social-emotional development, and fostering independence in children. Families also highlight the strong parent community that forms through the school.

Experienced and caring teachersexceptional outdoor learning yard with edible plants and nature accessReggio Emilia play-based curriculum
Address
30128 Morningview Dr., Malibu, CA
Phone
(310) 457-5144
Shepherd Of The Hills United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents praise the preschool program at Shepherd of the Hills UMC for caring, friendly staff and teachers who genuinely care about children. The facility is noted as part of a welcoming, inclusive church community with strong fellowship and multiple opportunities for family involvement. Overall experience is described as positive with high-quality childcare.

caring and friendly staffteachers who care about childrenwelcoming and inclusive environment
Address
26001 Muirlands Blvd., Mission Viejo, CA
Phone
(949) 837-2993
Coles Cottage Child Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Coles Cottage as a caring, family-like environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Staff members are described as dedicated, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child's development and milestones. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, home-cooked meals, affordability, and strong communication with parents.

Caring and dedicated teachersfamily-like atmospherestrong child development and academic preparation
Address
505 Civic Center Dr, Vista, CA
Phone
(760) 724-0447
First Baptist Church A +
Church Daycare
4.7

First Baptist Church A+ is a religious daycare facility in Tahoe City with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents praise the childcare program staff, particularly caregivers Debbie and Nell, for their kind hearts and attentive care of children. The facility is part of a welcoming church community known for inclusive, Bible-based teaching and strong community involvement.

Kind and caring staffattentive childcarewelcoming community
Address
390 Fairway Drive, Tahoe City, CA
Phone
(530) 583-1534
Berean Bible Baptist Academy
Church Daycare
4.7

Berean Bible Baptist Academy is a religious facility in Chula Vista with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Most reviewers praise the welcoming community atmosphere, friendly staff, quality preaching, and clean facilities. One negative review criticized littering of pamphlets in the apartment complex.

welcoming communityfriendly staffgood preaching
Address
345 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
Phone
(619) 737-5902
Temple Beth El Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.7

Temple Beth El Child Development Center in Riverside receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on caring and dedicated teachers who provide a loving, nurturing environment that supports children's academic and social development. Parents report feeling at peace leaving their children in the center's care and note visible progress in their children's learning and communication skills.

Caring and dedicated teachersnurturing environmentacademic and social skill development
Address
2675 Central Ave, Riverside, CA
Phone
(951) 682-7282
Capc - Sierra Vista
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

These reviews appear to be for Sierra Vista Apartments, a residential community, rather than a daycare center. Parents/residents consistently praise the living conditions, amenities, responsive management, and welcoming staff across multiple years of residency.

Clean facilitiesresponsive managementcommunity amenities (pool
Address
2436 Belleview Street, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 464-4524
Coles Cottage Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Coles Cottage Child Center for providing exceptional, loving childcare with highly dedicated staff who treat children like family. Children show strong developmental progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending, while parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their kids in the center's care.

Caring and attentive teachersfamily-like atmospherestrong teacher-child relationships
Address
505 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA
Phone
(760) 724-0447
Ecs - Highland Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.7
Address
2605 Highland Ave., National City, CA
Phone
(619) 477-8083
Foothills Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: The reviews provided are for Foothills Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, biblical teaching, and youth programs. Parents appreciate the supportive atmosphere and community involvement.

Welcoming staffstrong sense of communityBible-centered teaching
Address
315 West Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA
Phone
(619) 442-7728
Balboa Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
521 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 668-5877
Notre Dame Family Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Notre Dame Family Services in Santa Clarita receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and safe, loving environment. Parents report their children are well-prepared academically for kindergarten and consistently happy to attend. The center is noted for flexibility, cleanliness, attention to detail, and treating families like their own.

Caring and professional staffsafe and loving environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
21706 W. Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA
Phone
(661) 255-0053
Puente Ave Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Puente Ave Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, director Ms. Kimberly, safety standards, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children learn and develop well, with strong communication between staff and families. One dissenting review criticizes the facility as a cash grab without providing specific details.

Staff warmth and patiencedaily communication with familiessafety and cleanliness standards
Address
14032 Dillerdale St, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 338-3464
Children R Us Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Children R Us for exceptional academic growth, caring staff, and smooth transitions for new students. Children show significant improvements in speech, social skills, confidence, and independence, with staff described as attentive, genuine, and going above and beyond. Multiple parents report their children are eager to attend daily and recommend the center highly.

Academic advancementcaring and attentive staffsmooth transition process
Address
1045 S. Saticoy Ave., Ventura, CA
Phone
(805) 312-2003
Community Presbyterian Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Community Presbyterian Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising the welcoming and loving atmosphere of the facility and church community. Parents appreciate the church's commitment to community outreach, social justice, and faith-based values. The facility itself is noted for its beautiful architecture, peaceful courtyard, and well-maintained grounds.

welcoming and caring staffcommunity involvement and outreachfaith-based education
Address
1555 Poli Street, Ventura, CA
Phone
(805) 648-6555
Congregation B'Nai Emet Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Congregation B'nai Emet Preschool is highly regarded as a warm, welcoming Jewish community in Simi Valley with an engaging rabbi and inclusive approach to Judaism. The facility features recent renovations and offers programs for all ages. One parent raised concerns about staff behavior toward children.

Welcoming and inclusive communityengaging rabbi with relatable sermonsbeautiful renovations
Address
9 W. Bonita, Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 512-1734
First Baptist Church Day Care And Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH DAY CARE AND PRESCHOOL (Hummingbird Preschool) in Thousand Oaks receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and creative teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and children's enthusiasm for attending. One review raised concerns about staff behavior and facility maintenance.

caring and nurturing teacherscreative learning activitiesacadem
Address
1250 Erbes Road, Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 495-6530
Covillaud Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
610 8th Street, Marysville, CA
Phone
(530) 741-6120
Adventure Time - Niles
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
37141 2nd Street, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 797-4806
Long Beach Community Improvement League
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
2399 California Avenue, Suite A, Signal Hill, CA
Phone
(562) 951-3500
Artesia Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
18730 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA
Phone
(562) 809-0290
Ascension Lutheran Preschool & Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Ascension Lutheran Preschool for its supportive, creative staff and well-rounded curriculum that combines academics with life skills like gardening. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and intellectually in the small, family-like community, with staff successfully addressing behavioral challenges like separation anxiety.

Supportive and patient teacherscreative curriculumlife skills instruction
Address
17910 S. Prairie Ave, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 214-3905
Bethany Baptist Dba West Covina Christian Preschoo
Church Daycare
4.7

This religious facility receives exclusively positive feedback from reviewers. Parents praise the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere, Bible-based teaching, spiritual environment, and friendly staff. The facility offers services in both English and Spanish.

friendly and welcoming staffBible-based curriculumspiritual focus
Address
763 N. Sunset Avenue, West Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 962-7080
Boulevard Nursery School And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Boulevard Nursery School and Kindergarten receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing staff and well-organized learning environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through the school's app, strong academic preparation, and valuable extras like swimming lessons and extracurricular activities. The facility is noted as affordable with flexible scheduling options.

Warm and welcoming staffclean and bright classroomsage-appropriate learning materials
Address
23022 Victory Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA
Phone
(818) 883-0607
Burbank Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Burbank Montessori Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and healthy meals as key strengths. Children show notable development in social, emotional, and academic areas while remaining engaged and happy.

Dedicated and caring staffMontessori teaching methodclean and well-organized facility
Address
332 E. Valencia Avenue, Burbank, CA
Phone
(818) 588-3206
Cabrillo Seaside Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Cabrillo Seaside Preschool (also known as Malibu Methodist Nursery School) as an exceptional preschool that combines outdoor nature-based learning with strong social-emotional development. The facility features outstanding grounds with edible plants and direct beach access, experienced and caring teachers, and a Reggio Emilia-inspired play-based curriculum that fosters child independence and confidence.

Experienced and kind teachers (many
Address
30237 Morning View Drive, Malibu, CA
Phone
(310) 457-0360
Calabasas Klubhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Calabasas Klubhouse is highly regarded by parents as an exceptional preschool with caring, experienced staff and a well-rounded curriculum. Parents consistently praise the beautiful, safe campus environment, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. The city subsidy makes it affordable for a high-quality program.

Qualified and caring teachersbeautiful and safe campus with spacious groundswell-rounded curriculum balancing academics and creativity
Address
3655 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Calabasas, CA
Phone
(818) 222-9791
Canoga Park Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
7355 Vassar Ave., Canoga Park, CA
Phone
(818) 348-2814
Charter Oak Usd Dev. Center - Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1505 S. Sunflower Ave., Glendora, CA
Phone
(626) 914-3961

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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.