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10,151 Child Daycare & Preschools in California

Browse 10,151 child daycare & preschools 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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The Learningden Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Learning Den Preschool in Santa Barbara receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the quality of teachers, comprehensive curriculum, and strong communication. Most reviewers highlight excellent preparation for kindergarten and a nurturing, respectful environment. One parent reported an unfavorable experience at the lower campus without providing details.

Experienced and caring teacherswell-run facilitycomprehensive activities (STEAM
Address
4485 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA
Phone
(805) 683-5801
Grace Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Grace Children's Academy for its nurturing, emotionally-focused approach to early childhood education led by principal Ms. Merria and her dedicated teaching team. Families highlight the center's emphasis on social-emotional development, creativity, nature-based play, and individual child growth rather than academic pressure. The warm, family-like community atmosphere and reasonable pricing make it a highly recommended choice for families in the Oak

Address
993 53rd. Street, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 653-1115
Little Scholars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Little Scholars Academy for its caring staff, educational focus, and strong family communication through daily app updates and school events. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, professional approach, and the director's hospitality, with children reportedly thriving academically and socially.

Caring and professional staffDirector Crystal's welcoming demeanordaily photo/video updates via app
Address
4168 West Slauson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 401-7101
Los Altos United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Note: Available reviews are not from parents about the preschool program, but rather from church members and venue users. Reviews praise the church facility, community atmosphere, and various programs offered at the location.

Beautiful venuewelcoming and friendly communityaffordable activities (Chair Yoga at $5/session)
Address
5950 E Willow St, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 598-3713
Marvin Avenue Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2341 South Curson, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 933-5882
Media Center Montessori Preschool-Annex
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Media Center Montessori Preschool-Annex for its caring staff, enriching Montessori curriculum, and comprehensive enrichment programs. Children develop strong academic and social skills while enjoying outdoor activities, art projects, and specialized classes like Spanish, dance, and martial arts. The facility is noted as reasonably priced with excellent value compared to other local options.

Caring and attentive teachersMontessori curricu
Address
1601 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA
Phone
(818) 558-1480
Meridian Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
6124 Ruby Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 254-6749
Heights Christian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Heights Christian Pre-School in La Habra Heights receives mostly positive feedback from parents. Four of five recent reviews praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing environment, and children's development and social growth. One review cited lack of education as a concern.

caring and loving teachersnurturing and safe environmentexperienced staff
Address
1245 Hacienda Road, La Habra Heights, CA
Phone
(213) 694-6733
Hsa Pasitos Roybal Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise HSA Pasitos Roybal Preschool Center with all five-star ratings. Reviews highlight the center's strong organization, quality teachers, and positive environment for children.

Great organizationgood teacherspositive environment
Address
3232 Saturn Avenue, Huntington Park, CA
Phone
(323) 513-0594
Julia Morgan Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise the friendly and helpful staff who create a welcoming environment. Parents appreciate the additional community services offered including a thrift store, food bank, and free computer training classes.

Friendly and courteous staffwelcoming atmosphereaffordable thrift store
Address
437 W. 9th Street, San Pedro, CA
Phone
(310) 547-0831
Kidzone Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
11431 E. Florence Avenue, Santa Fe Springs, CA
Phone
(562) 868-2234
La Canada Flintridge Youth House Comm. Ctr. Presch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise this community center for its diverse variety of classes and camps for kids and adults, including ceramics, sports, dance, theater, and cooking. The facility is consistently noted for excellent instructors, caring staff, good communication, and a convenient location with ample parking. Multiple reviewers express strong satisfaction and indicate they would return.

Variety of classes and campsexcellent instructorsgreat staff
Address
4469 Chevy Chase Drive, La Canada, CA
Phone
(818) 790-8687
Lakewood Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Lakewood Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the spacious classrooms, hands-on curriculum, engaged teachers, and fresh daily meals. One parent expressed dissatisfaction following staff changes. Current parents report their children enjoy attending and feel well-prepared for kindergarten.

Spacious and organized classroomsinteractive and engaged teachershands-on curriculum
Address
5225 Hayter Ave., Lakewood, CA
Phone
(562) 531-9440
Leap And Bound Academy Redondo Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Leap and Bound Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, developmental progress of their children, and daily communication through photos and updates. However, one parent reported negative experiences with punitive teaching methods, favoritism, and constant complaints about their child's behavior in the older age groups.

Caring and attentive staffstrong developmental and academic progressdaily updates via app with photos/videos
Address
601 So. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA
Phone
(310) 540-8973
The Learning Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Learning Tree Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring, patient staff and Christian-based curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, develop academically and socially, and benefit from the small, secure campus environment. However, a minority of reviews cite inconsistent teacher patience and a basic academic curriculum.

caring and patient teacherssmall gated secure facilityChristian values education
Address
43260 Challenger Way, Lancaster, CA
Phone
(661) 942-8240
Goomer Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Goomer Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents across infant, preschool, and early childhood programs. Parents consistently praise the dedicated and caring teaching staff, particularly Ms. Deepti, Ms. Katie, Ms. Daisy, and others, for creating a nurturing environment that supports both academic development and emotional well-being. Children reportedly transition smoothly to elementary school and genuinely enjoy attending.

Caring and dedicated s
Address
2920 Fowler Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 270-2000
Neighborhood Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Neighborhood Christian Preschool for its warm, caring environment and dedicated staff who help children thrive academically and socially. The school is noted for strong communication through app updates, secure facilities, and integration of Christian values into the curriculum. Multiple families report feeling confident leaving their children in the school's care and seeing positive developmental progress.

Caring and attentive teachersChristian values integrationsafe and secure environment
Address
1670 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 286-0901
Precious Years Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Precious Years Children's Center in Garden Grove receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight a caring, nurturing environment with dedicated staff who go above and beyond, strong Spanish language instruction, and excellent communication with families. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and show clear academic and social progress.

Caring and nurturing staffchild safety and cleanlinessbilingual/Spanish instruction
Address
9691 Bixby Ave., Garden Grove, CA
Phone
(714) 539-0522
Scribbles And Giggles Ps
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Scribbles and Giggles receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with children reportedly eager to attend and benefiting from structured curriculum including academics, Spanish, and sign language. However, one parent reported the facility failed to accommodate a child with behavioral issues as promised, citing inadequate supervision, excessive isolation, lack of comfort after injury, and harsh treatment during dismissal.

warm and welcoming staffcl
Address
17 E. Poplar Street, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 882-0002
Greenleaf Headstart
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Freedom City Church, not Greenleaf Headstart daycare. The reviews describe a religious organization that offers spiritual guidance, discipleship programs, and life coaching rather than childcare services. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and reported positive personal transformations related to faith and life circumstances.

Spiritual guidance and mentorshipcommunity support during hardshiplife coaching and skill-building prog
Address
6355 Greenleaf, Whittier, CA
Phone
(562) 758-4613
Mountain View Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Mountain View Children Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the extended hours, learning opportunities, and after-school program quality. One parent expressed strong dissatisfaction with the educational approach and staff commitment.

Extended operating hours (6:30am-5:30pm)children enjoy attendingweekly learning activities
Address
2109 Burkett Rd, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 652-4250
Olive Tree Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1318 S. Berendo St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 378-0512
Morning Glory Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, CA
Phone
(650) 343-9627
Kidzkount Child Development Center-Roseville 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise KIDZKOUNT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER-ROSEVILLE 1 (also referred to as Childtime at Sierra Gardens) for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Families report feeling supported throughout their childcare experience and appreciate the excellent communication and daily updates. Children reportedly feel comfortable and happy, with strong relationships formed between staff and students.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication with daily photos and videoslive-streaming access to classroom
Address
1505 Sieraa Gardens Drive, Roseville, CA
Phone
(916) 781-9836
Laura'S Barn Childcare Center (Pre-School)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Laura's Barn Childcare Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, structured educational activities, and strong communication through daily updates and photos via the Procare app. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents feeling confident and relieved leaving their children in the center's care.

caring and attentive teachersplanned educational activities (artfine motor
Address
275 River Road A, Salinas, CA
Phone
(831) 261-9897
Northminster Presbyterian Preschool/Kinderprep
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise Northminster Presbyterian Preschool/Kinderprep as a welcoming, community-oriented facility with great daycare and pre-school programs. The church hosts engaging community events and has a nice music program. Overall, families view it as a quality, well-established institution.

welcoming environmentcommunity-orientedquality daycare and pre-school programs
Address
315 East Alvin Drive, Salinas, CA
Phone
(831) 449-5676
Mammoth Lakes Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
379 Old Mammoth Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Phone
(760) 934-4051
Leport School Of Irvine
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

LePort School of Irvine receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the Montessori curriculum, caring staff, and strong academic and social development outcomes. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, convenient operating hours, on-campus extracurriculars, and inclusive support for children with diverse needs. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and emotionally, with noticeable improvements in language, focus, indepen

Address
1055 San Marino, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 833-8474
Lil' Lollypop Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Lil' Lollypop Preschool for its exceptional staff, professional communication, and nurturing environment. Children demonstrate strong academic and social growth while enjoying their time at the facility. The center is noted as affordable with clean, well-maintained facilities.

Patient and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsholistic educational approach
Address
8012 Whitaker Street, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 521-5071
Limai Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
8271 Gay Street, Cypress, CA
Phone
(714) 995-2054

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10,151 child daycare & preschools 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.