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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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Sunnybrook Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
3255 Willow Pass Road, Bay Point, CA
Phone
(925) 709-6000
United Molokan Christian Assoc.Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
16222 E. Soriano Drive, Hacienda Heights, CA
Phone
(626) 336-5958
Nu Building Blocks Day Care Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Nu Building Blocks receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, individualized attention, and academic development. Parents highlight the director Ms. Pat's involvement and the facility's accessibility. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about front desk demeanor during drop-off and staff knowledge regarding allergies.

Affordablehigh-quality careattentive and caring staff
Address
2313 West Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 732-5439
Hope 4 Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Hope 4 Kids is a nature-centered, play-based preschool in Santa Barbara that receives predominantly positive reviews praising its outdoor classroom curriculum, nutritious meals, and caring staff. However, a few parents report concerns about inconsistent teaching quality, lack of individualized instruction for children with special needs, and unprofessional handling of parent concerns.

Outdoor classroom and nature-based learningdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumwarm and caring staff
Address
560 N. La Cumbre Rd., Santa Barbara, CA
Phone
(805) 708-4673
Storyteller Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Storyteller Children's Center receives polarized reviews with sharp divides between highly satisfied and deeply dissatisfied parents. Positive reviewers praise the friendly staff, fun learning environment, and child safety focus, while negative reviewers report serious concerns including alleged physical abuse, staff rudeness, and lack of accountability. The center has a 3.9/5 Google rating based on recent reviews.

friendly and helpful stafffun learning activitiesfocus on child safety
Address
2121 De La Vina, Santa Barbara, CA
Phone
(805) 687-4540
Toddle
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

TODDLE receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attended, praising the dedicated staff, small class sizes, inquiry-based learning, and strong community feel. However, two negative reviews cite poor customer service during a tour and facility limitations.

Dedicated and experienced staffsmall student-to-teacher ratioinquiry-based learning approach
Address
3131 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Menlo Park, CA
Phone
(650) 485-2338
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool-Walnut
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Walnut receives mostly positive reviews praising its bilingual Mandarin-English curriculum, caring staff, and character education focus. Most parents report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and appreciated the daily meals and parent communication. However, two negative reviews criticized the school's handling of children with adjustment difficulties and rigid discipline approach.

Bilingual curriculum (Mandarin and Englis
Address
1920 S. Brea Canyon Cutoff Rd., Walnut, CA
Phone
(909) 895-2126
Cherry Blossom Childcare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Cherry Blossom Childcare & Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who have enrolled their children for extended periods. Parents praise the caring and friendly staff, clean facility, strong communication, and developmental activities including early reading and sign language instruction. Multiple reviewers mention feeling comfortable leaving their children in the center's care and express high satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and friendly staffClean facilityGood communication with parents
Address
906 S. Grand Avenue, Glendora, CA
Phone
(626) 335-5500
East Whittier United Presbyterian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents with children at the daycare praise the attentive staff and quality care provided. However, several reviews criticize church leadership and management rather than the daycare program itself.

Attentive and caring staffquality preschool programpositive memories
Address
14061 E. Second Street, Whittier, CA
Phone
(562) 693-5112
Isabel Patterson Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Isabel Patterson CDC in Long Beach receives mixed reviews. While most parents praise the knowledgeable, caring staff, child-centered learning philosophy, and nurturing environment, several cite significant concerns about limited operating hours, administrative responsiveness, and one parent reported a serious child safety incident involving outdoor heat exposure.

Qualified and enthusiastic staff pursuing child development degreeslearning through play philosophynurturing environment
Address
5700 Atherton St, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 985-5333
Burbank Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Burbank Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director Lina for creating a welcoming, supportive environment. Children show strong academic progress and emotional comfort at the center. However, a few parents reported unprofessional communication and one incident of bullying.

Caring and loving staffstrong director supportmultilingual teachers (English
Address
900 N. Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank, CA
Phone
(818) 953-7186
Castle Oaks Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Castle Oaks Children's Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring and attentive staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment. However, a few parents reported serious concerns including unprofessional ownership conduct, equipment safety issues, and inadequate meal provision.

Caring and attentive teacherssmall class sizeschildren's academic and social development
Address
6739 Corbin Avenue, Canoga Park, CA
Phone
(818) 881-7333
Buchanan Ymca - Cis After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

This YMCA facility receives mixed reviews averaging 3.8/5 stars. While many users praise the equipment, cleanliness, and friendly staff, there are significant complaints about billing practices and customer service issues. The facility appears to function more as a gym/community center than a traditional daycare program.

Good equipment and facilitiesspacious and not crowdedgreat communication and service
Address
1250 Waller Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 452-7582
Bear Country Preschool & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
2115 Wardrobe Avenue, Merced, CA
Phone
(209) 722-2327
Long Beach Center-Ability First
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
3770 East Willow St., Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 426-6161
Aspirations School Of Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Aspirations School of Learning receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, highly educated and caring staff, and beautiful facility designed to foster creativity and learning. Parents highlight transparent communication, engaging enrichment activities, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and socially, with some children continuing through kindergarten.

Exceptional and passionate staffReggio Emilia-inspired curriculumbeautiful and clean facility
Address
6286 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA
Phone
(760) 603-9173
Ymca Sunshine Co.-Monte Vista
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
1400 Magnolia Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA
Phone
(707) 794-7318
Ymca Sunshine Co. - Mauguerite Hahn
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
825 Hudis, Rohnert Park, CA
Phone
(707) 584-8294
Children'S Paradise-Shadowridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Children's Paradise-Shadowridge in Vista receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff friendliness, hands-on care, and their children's happiness. However, several parents reported serious issues including enrollment mismanagement, poor communication, and staff rudeness toward children.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environment for new parentsefficient administrative support
Address
145 North Melrose Drive, Vista, CA
Phone
(760) 724-5600
Children'S Paradise Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
990 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA
Phone
(760) 941-7578
Copley-Price Family Ymca Preschool Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and quality amenities. Parents appreciate the well-maintained gym equipment, pools, and family-friendly atmosphere. The location is noted as one of the best among YMCA branches.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffmodern equipment
Address
4300 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 280-9622
Crown Point Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Crown Point Junior Music Academy is a highly-rated magnet school serving Pre-K through 5th grade with an exceptional music program. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teachers, caring administration, strong Suzuki violin curriculum, and welcoming community atmosphere. The school recently completed construction renovations and offers multiple after-school enrichment programs.

Award-winning music program with Suzuki violin instructiondedicated and caring teachersprincipal who knows students by name
Address
4033 Ingraham Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 987-5500
Annex Montessori Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Annex Montessori Childcare Center receives mostly positive feedback for its Montessori approach, caring teachers, and developmental progress. However, recent reviews highlight significant operational concerns including frequent staff and director turnover, inconsistent classroom quality between age groups, and safety/administrative issues.

Montessori teaching methodologycaring and patient teachersstrong developmental milestones and academic progress
Address
3400 Aerojet, El Monte, CA
Phone
(626) 569-2641
Christian World Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Christian World Child Care Center in Livermore receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring teachers, balance between educational and play activities, and welcoming atmosphere. One negative review cited poor leadership conduct from the founding pastor.

Happy childrenunified and caring teachersbalance of learning and play
Address
3820 East Avenue, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 455-5551
Cpc Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

CPC Preschool receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise the kind staff, personalized attention, and safe environment, while others report serious concerns about teacher behavior including bullying, inappropriate discipline, and lack of proper care protocols.

Kind and caring staffpersonalized attention from directorsafe and healthy environment
Address
11840 E. 178th St., Artesia, CA
Phone
(562) 246-0360
Sunflower Preschool & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Sunflower Preschool receives mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise the caring staff, good communication, and child development, several parents report serious safety issues including physical bruising, inadequate supervision, abrupt dismissals, and reports of mistreatment.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent parent communicationpromotes learning and social skills
Address
2129 Edinger, Santa Ana, CA
Phone
(714) 979-7422
Future Kids Learning Academy (Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
736 W. 228 Th Street, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 549-3762
Bethany Manor Development And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
15415 S. Pioneer Blvd., Norwalk, CA
Phone
(562) 868-1517
Inglewood Usd-Inglewood Career Tech Ed.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Reviews are mixed with most ratings being 5/5 stars praising friendly and helpful staff, though some reviewers appear to be commenting on the school district rather than a daycare facility. A few negative reviews cite unprofessional behavior and communication issues.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffhelpful servicegood neighborhood
Address
106 E. Manchester Avenue, Inglewood, CA
Phone
(310) 330-5243
Bear Country Pre-School & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
2115 Wardrobe Avenue, Merced, CA
Phone
(209) 722-2327

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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.