
Browse 10,151 child daycare & preschools across California. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
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.
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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 10,151 |
| Headstart Programs | 868 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 300 |
| Before or After School | 1,069 |
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The Bounce Spot is an indoor play facility with bounce houses and multiple play rooms, primarily known for birthday parties and open play sessions. Parents consistently praise the helpful staff, reasonable pricing, and ability to keep children entertained. The facility also offers an After School Program and Camps.
Parents praise the patient and caring teachers at this HeadStart center in Oakland. Most reviews are positive, though some note concerns about income eligibility requirements and limited referrals to other programs.
Early Years Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong leadership under director Ms. Laura, enrichment activities, and responsive communication. One parent cited concerns about teacher turnover, curriculum inconsistencies, and shift toward 'babysitting' rather than skill development, though they acknowledged the staff's kindness.
Kinder Kids Christian Infant Center receives mixed reviews with an average of 4.2/5 stars. Most parents praise the academic curriculum, staff dedication, and welcoming environment, while one parent raised significant concerns about staff professionalism, discipline methods, and emotional support for children.
Ivey Ranch Park Day Care is an equine-focused center in Oceanside with mostly positive reviews praising the horse program and friendly staff. However, some parents report concerns about billing practices, staff conduct, and the facility's approach to children with special needs or fears.
Family Developmental Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff and quality of education. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving a child's allergic reaction and concerns about staff communication regarding their child's condition.
SAY-DOYLE Extended Day Program is a center-based facility in San Diego with extensive outdoor and indoor recreational amenities. Parents praise the spacious grounds, multiple sports facilities, and overall cleanliness. However, reviews focus primarily on park and gym facilities rather than daycare services.
The Little Country Preschool receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising caring teachers, child development, and a welcoming environment. Most reviewers report their children are excited to attend and learning new skills. One negative review alleges poor hygiene, inadequate feeding, and unprofessional staff conduct.
This Palomar Community College satellite campus in Escondido receives consistently positive feedback for its convenient location, friendly staff, safety measures, and quality educational programs. The facility is newly renovated with good amenities including a library and computer lab. Some reviewers note limited class offerings compared to the main San Marcos campus and occasional administrative inconsistencies.
Le Petit Elephant Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the center's organization, attentive staff, and supportive community. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication from leadership and teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, spacious classrooms, large outdoor area, and thoughtful approach to early childhood development.
Le Petit Elephant Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the organized, detail-oriented leadership under Miss Milli, caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, outdoor space, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple long-term families credit the school with helping their children thrive academically and socially.
Bundle of Joy Daycare #3 receives mostly positive reviews from long-term families who praise the caring staff, educational focus, and safe environment. One parent noted organizational issues that create a chaotic atmosphere, though most reviewers highlight strong relationships with staff and academic readiness of children.
Live Learn and Laugh Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly Director Ms. Tyesha), and strong academic and social-emotional development of children. One parent reported a negative experience regarding food/water provision and concerns about award distribution fairness.
Reviews appear to be mislabeled and primarily address a community center rather than a daycare facility. The facility is praised for community programs and staff friendliness, but some reviewers note concerns about food options, facility condition, and changes to senior services.
Bonanza Preschool & Kindergarten receives mostly positive reviews praising the curriculum, teachers, and director Maria. However, one parent reported serious concerns including alleged physical abuse allegations, staff ignoring children, poor hygiene conditions, and inadequate feeding. Another older review mentioned the facility declined after new management took over.
Parents consistently praise FUSD/Gateway for its well-organized, professional staff and clean facilities. The center is noted for efficient processes, helpful customer service in both English and Spanish, and convenient amenities. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and staff friendliness.
Parents consistently praise Kids Kare Ashlan for its caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Julie and assistant director Marisa by name, noting they went above and beyond to accommodate family needs. All reviews are 5-star ratings emphasizing children's safety, development, and parents' peace of mind.
Virgin Mary Preschool & Kindergarten in Alhambra receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising patient and caring teachers who work well with children of varying needs. The facility benefits from a convenient residential location and supportive learning environment. However, a small number of reviews cite concerns about teacher attentiveness and care quality.
Beyond the Classroom Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's warmth, engaging activities, and focus on social-emotional learning. The program is noted for creating a family-like, nurturing environment with field trips and creative curricula. One parent reported a serious supervision concern on pickup.
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