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.
| 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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Lmsv-La Presa Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 519 La Presa, Spring Valley, CA
- Phone
- (619) 668-5790
Lmsvsd - Sweetwater Springs Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10129 Austin Drive, Spring Valley, CA
- Phone
- (619) 668-5895
Logan State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2875 Ocean View Boulevard, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 344-6500
Loma Verde State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1450 Loma Lane, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 420-3659
Marilla-Lakeside Early Advantage Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9745 Marilla Drive, Lakeside, CA
- Phone
- (619) 390-2391
Marshall State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3550 Altadena Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 344-5100
Mary Lanyon Fay Elementary State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4080 52nd Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 624-2600
Mattel Child Development Center - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 333 Continental Blvd., El Segundo, CA
- Phone
- (310) 252-3311
Next Generation Educational Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2860 Thunder Drive, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 271-0462
Next Generation Educational Center - School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
NEXT GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Positive reviews praise the childcare experience and specific staff members. However, negative reviews from former staff and observers cite toxic work environment, micromanagement by owner, inadequate curriculum and materials, high staff turnover, and concerning teacher conduct toward children.
Praised childcare experiencepositive mentions of staff members (Ms. SarahMs. Maryam)
- Address
- 1471 Granite Hills Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-8800
Next Generation Educational Center - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
NEXT GENERATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. While some parents praise the care and staff like Ms. Sarah, multiple reviews from former employees and observers describe serious concerns about management practices, staff treatment, and classroom conduct.
Quality care from dedicated staff memberspositive experiences in the 2's classroomcaring teachers
- Address
- 1471 Granite Hills Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-8800
North Country School-Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3901 Little Rock Drive, Antelope, CA
- Phone
- (916) 332-5185
Oak Park State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2606 54th Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 344-5000
Olivenhain Country Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 448 Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 942-5434
Otay Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1651 Albany Avenue, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 425-4311
Ousd - Del Rio Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5200 North River Road, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 901-7300
Ousd Mission Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2100 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 967-1322
Palmdale U.S.D./Yucca Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 38440 2nd St. East, Palmdale, CA
- Phone
- (661) 273-5052
Waldorf School Of The Peninsula
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11311 Mora Drive, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 209-9400
Walker'S Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9245 Hillery Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 566-7370
North Bay Children'S Center-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 932 C Street, Novato, CA
- Phone
- (415) 883-6222
North Davis School Age Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 607 East 14th Street, Davis, CA
- Phone
- (530) 756-4350
Plymouth State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18601 Sherwood, Plymouth, CA
- Phone
- (209) 257-7853
Plummer Elementary Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9340 Noble Ave, North Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 895-8481
Preschool At The Fount
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18225 Bushard Street, Fountain Valley, CA
- Phone
- (714) 968-2834
Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 19231 Harding Lane, Huntington Beach, CA
- Phone
- (714) 962-3348
Presbyterian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1957 Redondo Beach Boulevard, Gardena, CA
- Phone
- (310) 329-4030
Resurrection Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3360 Opal Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 261-5750
Primary Academy For Success Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9075 Willis Avenue, Rm. 5, Panoram City, CA
- Phone
- (818) 920-2932
Peters Canyon School Age Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 26900 Peters Canyon Road, Tustin, CA
- Phone
- (714) 731-1779
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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.