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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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Leap And Bound Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Leap and Bound Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teachers, management, and learning environment. However, one parent reported serious concerns about hygiene, staff turnover, and their child's unhappiness, leading them to withdraw their daughter.

Warm and caring teachersclean facilitiesstrong literacy and phonics instruction
Address
22410 Palos Verdes Blvd, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 543-7650
Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
750 Sierra, Clovis, CA
Phone
(559) 298-7800
Choo Choo Train Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Choo Choo Train Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the nurturing environment, attentive teachers (particularly Ms. Roxy), and well-rounded curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. One parent raised concerns about age-appropriateness of facilities, limited space for older children, and billing practices during extended closures.

Efficient drop-off and pick-upcaring and attentive teachersengaging daily activities and monthly learning themes
Address
1110 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd. A1, Sunnyvale, CA
Phone
(408) 746-9583
Familiar Footsteps
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Familiar Footsteps receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, good communication, and a nurturing environment. However, one parent raised serious concerns about the director's responsiveness and professionalism regarding visit scheduling and parent communication.

Caring and friendly staffgood teacher-parent communication via ProCaresupportive classroom environment
Address
6097 Cottle Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 225-0289
Ccfc-Vv John King Center (I)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be for a senior housing community rather than a daycare center. Most reviewers rate it highly (5/5 or 4/5), praising the facility layout and on-site management, though some mention operational inconsistencies.

Beautiful facility with ample spacemixed community24/7 on-site staff
Address
500 Raymond Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 921-7019
Centro De Cuidado Infantil Semillas De Amor
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
6133 Mission Street, Daly City, CA
Phone
(650) 290-1065
American Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

American Montessori Academy in Roseville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the Montessori curriculum, caring and patient teachers, and nurturing environment where children thrive. The majority of families report long-term satisfaction and plan to return for additional programs. However, a small number of parents reported cleanliness concerns and negative experiences with specific staff members.

Montessori curriculum and philosophyexperienced teacherscaring and patient staff
Address
1050 Douglas Blvd, Roseville, CA
Phone
(916) 786-3636
Gardena Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Gardena Early Education Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the teaching quality, cleanliness, and safety of the facility. Teachers are frequently described as patient, kind, and dedicated. One negative review criticized management and claimed poor child care standards.

Patient and proficient teachersclean facilitysafe environment
Address
1350 West 177th Street, Gardena, CA
Phone
(310) 354-5091
Children'S Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
4850 Jurupa Avenue, Riverside, CA
Phone
(951) 781-3621
Cvusd - Mecca Hs Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews praise the Mecca Sports Complex facility for cleanliness, friendly and accommodating staff, and good amenities including a swimming pool. Parents consistently highlight positive interactions with staff members and appreciate the overall quality of the facility and services.

Clean facilityfriendly and welcoming staffaccommodating service
Address
65-250 Coahuilla, Mecca, CA
Phone
(760) 848-1799
Academy For Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Academy for Early Learning receives consistently high praise from parents, with 10 five-star reviews and 1 four-star review. Parents highlight caring, dedicated teachers, strong educational programming, and long-term family loyalty, with many families having multiple children attend over many years.

Caring and patient teacherseducational development (academics and social-emotional)staff stability and longevity
Address
1014-1020 N. Park Avenue, Inglewood, CA
Phone
(310) 672-3777
Cool Care Child Care & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2966 Highway 49, Suite D, Cool, CA
Phone
(530) 889-1119
Cordova Lane Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2460 Cordova Lane, Rancho Cordova, CA
Phone
(916) 635-4301
E Center Hs Pgms - Orland Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This listing appears to be for Glenn County Fairgrounds, not a daycare center. The reviews discuss fairground events, venues, and entertainment rather than childcare services. There is a significant mismatch between the daycare classification and the actual business being reviewed.

Friendly staffeasy parking and entrancevariety of entertainment and food options
Address
221 E. Yolo St /P.O. Box 995, Orland, CA
Phone
(530) 865-4018
Childtime Children'S Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Childtime Children's Center in Anaheim for its caring, nurturing staff and strong educational programming. Multiple reviewers highlight the attentiveness of teachers, the warm family-like environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The facility offers extended care options and serves infants through school-age children with individualized attention and structured activities.

Caring and nurturing staffknowledgeable teachersstrong attention to individual children
Address
1000 S. State College, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 772-7225
Dream-I In Buena Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
5832 Fullerton Avenue, Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 670-9588
Little Ones Backyard Club - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
399 College View Drive, Rohnert Park, CA
Phone
(707) 792-1620
Kid'S Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kid's Club receives consistently positive feedback from current and former families. Parents praise the patient, caring staff who provide constructive guidance, engage children in daily learning activities, and create a comfortable environment where children are happy to attend. The daycare has maintained a strong reputation over many years with high staff continuity and family-like atmosphere.

Patient and caring teachersconstructive feedback with solutionschild happiness and comfort
Address
1825 N. Vineyard, Ontario, CA
Phone
(909) 985-7279
Progressive Christian Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1728 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510) 654-6686
Kidz World Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kidz World Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and clean, organized facility. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning, and excited to attend daily. Parents appreciate strong communication, security measures, and the welcoming environment created by the director and staff.

Staff professionalism and kindnessclean and well-sanitized facilitystrong parent-staff communication
Address
1602 S. El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA
Phone
(760) 433-9922
Port Naz Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2005 W. Olive Avenue, Porterville, CA
Phone
(559) 784-5437
Little Lync Child Care Center (The)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little LYNC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the caring teachers, nurturing environment, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness and the school's inclusive community. One negative review criticizes the owner's business practices and prioritization of profit over family needs.

Dedicated and caring teacherswarm welcoming environmentplay-based creative curriculum
Address
501 Connecticut Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 282-5962
San Anselmo Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

San Anselmo Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, play-based curriculum, and supportive community. The facility is described as a special place where children thrive and feel excited to attend. One negative review cited concerns about care quality and hygiene, though this represents a minority opinion.

caring and attentive staffplay-based learning approachcelebrates individuality and creativity
Address
121 Ross Avenue, San Anselmo, CA
Phone
(415) 453-3181
Pepper Valley Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Pepper Valley Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient, and dedicated staff, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to learn. One parent raised concerns about supervision adequacy and staff defensiveness when the issue was addressed.

Caring and patient teacherschild safety and happinessacade
Address
1358 Pepper Drive, El Cajon, CA
Phone
(619) 444-7770
Happy Time Christian Preschool And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Happy Time Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the warm, caring staff and strong teacher-child relationships that extend beyond enrollment. However, one parent reported a serious concern about a child being placed in isolation by the director without appropriate supervision or acknowledgment of wrongdoing.

Warm and welcoming staffstrong teacher-child relationshipschildren excited to attend
Address
1135 Farmers Lane, Santa Rosa, CA
Phone
(707) 527-9135
Lots Of Love Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Lots of Love Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care, attention, and educational outcomes. Parents highlight the nurturing environment and children's academic progress, though a small number of reviewers reported poor phone communication and customer service.

Strong academic progress in reading and writingcaring and attentive staffflexible and understanding
Address
2000 Washington St., San Leandro, CA
Phone
(510) 785-5321
Love And Care Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be for a church community rather than a daycare center. Reviewers praise the caring staff, strong sense of community, biblical teachings, and community service programs. The facility maintains a family-oriented atmosphere with activities for all ages.

Outstanding teaching and carefamily atmospherecaring and kind staff
Address
7106 Johnson Drive, Pleasanton, CA
Phone
(925) 225-0124
Growing Years Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Growing Years Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with children consistently showing excitement, happiness, and growth during their time there. Parents praise the warm, caring teachers and the play-based curriculum that supports social and emotional development. One negative review mentions recurring alarm issues on weekends that disturb the neighborhood.

Caring and warm teachersplay-based curriculumchildren happy and excited to attend
Address
20320 Anita Avenue, Castro Valley, CA
Phone
(510) 581-3731
Husd Child Dev. Program - Muir
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
24823 Soto Road, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 582-1792
Saybrook Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Saybrook Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with children showing significant developmental progress in speech, social skills, academics, and potty training. Parents praise the warm, welcoming staff and well-balanced approach combining academics with play. One parent cited concerns about staff mood and owner attitude.

Caring and amazing staffrapid child development and speech improvementeffective potty training
Address
1355 Walden Road, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 937-8211

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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.