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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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J.S.D. State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
631 Hanover St., Rm. 1 & 2, Daly City, CA
Phone
(650) 991-1258
Childtime Children'S Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Childtime Huntington Beach receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, safe environment, and comprehensive amenities like cameras, meals, and diapers. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and developing well. One neighbor complaint noted excessive outdoor noise and lack of playground supervision.

Caring and professional teacherssafe and enriching environmentdaily picture updates
Address
9861 Yorktown, Huntington Beach, CA
Phone
(714) 968-8833
Garden Grove Unified School District/Lawrence
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This Garden Grove Unified School District center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational opportunities provided to children. Most reviewers highlight good service and a supportive learning environment. One negative review mentioned concerns about bias during a job interview process.

caring staffclean facilitieseducational programs
Address
12521 Monroe Street, Garden Grove, CA
Phone
(714) 663-6255
Kids Kare Owens Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kids Kare Owens Ranch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the friendly and patient staff, clean facilities, and engaging programs. However, one parent reported witnessing the director speaking disrespectfully to a teacher and restricting physical affection with children.

Kind and patient staffclean and well-maintained centerresponsive director and assistant director
Address
2683 Owens Mountain Pkwy, Clovis, CA
Phone
(559) 275-1169
Martinez Early Childhood Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Martinez Early Childhood Center receives mostly positive feedback praising teachers, staff professionalism, and beautiful grounds that support learning and play. However, one parent reported experiencing discriminatory and unprofessional behavior from the Executive Director during an enrollment inquiry. Parents consistently highlight staff dedication and a positive atmosphere for toddlers and preschoolers.

Great teacherseducated and dedicated staffprofessional atmosphere
Address
615 Arch Street, Martinez, CA
Phone
(925) 229-2000
Montessori School Of Concord
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
3039 Willow Pass Road, Concord, CA
Phone
(925) 682-8067
Joyful Kids Academy LLC Dba Parkside Joyful Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parkside Joyful Kids Academy has received mixed reviews. Recent leadership changes under Director Karen have been praised for improving staff consistency and quality, with several parents highlighting caring teachers like Ms. Pat. However, other parents report ongoing issues with staff turnover, drop-off procedures, playground maintenance, and communication.

Caring and kind teachersimproved management and staff consistency under new directoracademic preparation for kindergarten
Address
2898 Concord Blvd., Concord, CA
Phone
(925) 687-2058
Ousd - United Nation Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

OUSD United Nation Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising dedicated teachers and strong learning environments. However, some parents report serious concerns about special needs accommodations and communication accessibility.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong emotional development supportgood learning outcomes
Address
1025 - 4th Ave, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 273-1616
Children'S Center Of Stanford Comm - Little Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

CHILDREN'S CENTER OF STANFORD COMM - LITTLE KIDS has received mostly positive reviews praising the caring teachers, play-based learning environment, and beautiful facilities. However, one parent raised significant concerns about classroom policies, teacher consistency, and child management practices that negatively impacted their child's experience.

Attentive and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsplay-based learning environment
Address
695 Pampas Ln, Stanford, CA
Phone
(650) 853-3090
Grace Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church's worship services rather than the preschool program itself. Most reviewers praise the liturgical experience, theology, community, and worship environment. One reviewer reported a negative interaction with leadership.

Beautiful worship space and architecturereverent liturgical servicesquality music and hymns
Address
3967 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 299-2890
Kid Ventures
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kid Ventures receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, engaging curriculum that balances learning and play, and strong communication with families. Children reportedly transition easily, show excitement about attending, and make significant developmental progress.

Warm and caring staffexperienced and qualified teachersplay-based learning environment
Address
10760 Thornmint Road, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 207-6088
Turtle Rock Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Turtle Rock Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and tight-knit community atmosphere. Parents consistently report that their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially at this center-based preschool in Irvine.

Excellent and passionate teacherslow teacher-to-child ratiosstructured curriculum with intentional learning
Address
1 Concordia West, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 854-7611
Garden Grove Unified School District/Rosita
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Garden Grove Unified School District/Rosita in Santa Ana receives mostly positive feedback, with reviewers praising the caring staff, cleanliness, and educational opportunities provided to children. However, one reviewer reported a negative experience regarding bias during a job interview process.

caring staffclean facilitieswell-arranged spaces
Address
4726 West Hazard St., Room 71, Santa Ana, CA
Phone
(714) 663-6418
Garden Grove Unified School District/Russell
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Garden Grove Unified School District/Russell receives overwhelmingly positive feedback with a 4.4/5 rating. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and quality educational programs that teach children valuable skills. One reviewer reported a negative experience regarding bias during a job interview.

caring staffclean facilitiesgood service
Address
600 South Jackson, Santa Ana, CA
Phone
(714) 663-6151
St. Mark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

St. Mark Preschool in Santa Barbara receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing environment, caring and skilled teachers, strong sense of community, and developmentally-appropriate curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional learning. Families report their children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically while forming lasting friendships and connections.

Warm and nurturing teachers and staffstrong sense of community and family friendshipsexcellent director (Ana) leadership
Address
3942 La Colina Road, Santa Barbara, CA
Phone
(805) 705-8240
Tender Care For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Tender Care for Kids for its warm, caring staff who treat children with genuine affection. The facility is noted for cleanliness, competitive rates, extended hours, and comprehensive services including in-house meals and after-school support. Multiple reviewers highlight staff member Ms. Shikha and credit the center with making transitions back to work easier for parents.

Loving and attentive staffclean facilitycompetitive rates
Address
525 North Dearborn Street, Redlands, CA
Phone
(909) 793-4885
Butte College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Note: Most reviews appear to be about Butte College rather than the Child Development Center specifically. One parent mentioned their son attended the on-campus daycare for 2 years at no cost and loved the teachers and friends there. Overall campus is praised for beauty, supportive staff, and resources.

Beautiful campussupportive staffon-campus daycare available
Address
3536 Butte Campus Drive, Oroville, CA
Phone
(530) 895-2865
Feather River Rec. & Park Dist. - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Feather River Rec. & Park District for its gymnastics classes, recreational activities, and facility quality. The preschool program is mentioned positively as a high-quality offering. Staff are described as polite, welcoming, and effective with children.

Excellent gymnastics instruction and coachesclean and well-maintained facilitieswelcoming front office and entrance areas
Address
1875 Feather River Boulevard, Oroville, CA
Phone
(530) 533-1043
Total Child Preschool Learning Links INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1134 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel, CA
Phone
(626) 285-8259
Stone Soup Fresno
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Stone Soup Fresno is highly rated by parents as an excellent state-funded preschool with caring staff and a diverse, inclusive environment. Children thrive academically and socially, with parents appreciating the structured curriculum, strong teacher-parent communication, and the enthusiasm kids show for attending. Staff are consistently described as kind, patient, and accommodating.

Caring and patient staffdiverse and inclusive environmentstructured curriculum and activities
Address
1343 E Bulldog Ln, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 224-7613
Emagine U At Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Emagine U at Play is highly praised by parents for its caring, experienced staff who form strong bonds with children and provide a nurturing, educational environment. Parents consistently highlight the facility's balanced approach to learning and play, nutritious homemade meals, and supportive guidance for families. The center has maintained a strong reputation over many years, with children showing significant developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending.

Car
Address
14420 Elsworth St. Ste, #103, Moreno Valley, CA
Phone
(951) 656-3490
Compton College Child Dev. Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The reviews provided do not contain feedback specifically about the Compton College Child Dev. Infant Center daycare. The reviews appear to be mixed feedback about Compton College itself, covering campus amenities, academic programs, and general college experiences rather than childcare services.

Friendly and helpful staffaccessible classesgood student resources and support services
Address
1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA
Phone
(310) 900-1600
Compton College Child Dev. School Age Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews are not applicable to this facility as a daycare. The reviews appear to be for Compton College, a community college, not the Child Development School Age Center. No actual parent reviews of the daycare's services, staff, or child care quality were provided.

None mentioned
Address
1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA
Phone
(310) 900-1600
Capc - Baby Steps 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

CAPC - Baby Steps 1 receives mostly positive feedback about staff friendliness and job performance. However, one detailed review raises serious child welfare concerns involving a custodial parent, though this appears to be a broader legal/CPS matter rather than a daycare center issue.

Friendly and nice staffhelpfulappropriate environment for children
Address
521 E. Miner, Stockton, CA
Phone
(209) 464-4524
Sherman Oaks Lutheran Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sherman Oaks Lutheran Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive teachers and director (Ms. Arus). Parents appreciate the small class sizes, affordable pricing, transparent curriculum updates, well-maintained facilities with excellent playgrounds, and inclusive environment that accommodates children of all abilities and backgrounds.

Caring and wonderful teachersresponsive directorsmall class sizes
Address
14847 Dickens Street, Sherman Oaks, CA
Phone
(818) 784-9480
Sierra Montessori Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sierra Montessori Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the Montessori curriculum, academic progress, and caring staff. Children show significant developmental gains in academics, behavior, and social skills within months of enrollment. One reviewer questioned whether the school still follows the Montessori method.

Academic advancement (readingwritingcounting ahead of kindergarten level)
Address
3800 Wible Road, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 836-9769
Sorrento Valley Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sorrento Valley Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the warm, family-like environment, attentive teachers, small class sizes, and effective educational approach. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including injuries from furniture, inadequate supervision relative to advertised ratios, and unaddressed hazards.

Kind and attentive teacherssafe and clean environmentengaging play area with diverse
Address
4050-A Sorrento Valley Blvd, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 457-3301
Shalem Early Childhood Learning Community
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Shalem as an exceptional early childhood learning center with exceptionally caring, patient, and invested teachers who create a nurturing, supportive environment. Families highlight the strong sense of community among staff and families, with children feeling safe, loved, and eager to attend daily. Multiple parents describe it as a life-changing experience and best decision for their families.

Caring and invested teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong community among families
Address
1829 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA
Phone
(914) 224-5882
Ucb - University Village Ecep
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare facility, but rather for a community center offering various programs and amenities. Reviewers consistently praise the helpful and friendly staff, clean facilities, and diverse activities available to residents.

Helpful and friendly staffclean facilitiesgood programs and activities
Address
1123 Jackson St, Albany, CA
Phone
(510) 642-1827
Valley West Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The reviews provided appear to be for a church (Valley West Church) rather than the Valley West Child Care Center daycare. The reviews praise the church's fellowship, worship services, and Celebrate Recovery program, but do not contain information about childcare services or facilities.

Kind and welcoming communityquality worship and preachingsupportive fellowship programs
Address
101 Adell, Madera, CA
Phone
(559) 673-4959

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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.