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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Pfs - Early Learning Cdc (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 24 Second Avenue, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 403-4300
Pfs- Haven Cdc (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 260 Van Buren Avenue, Menlo Park, CA
- Phone
- (650) 325-8719
Peyton Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2525 Gold Brook, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 933-7420
San Mateo-Foster City Schl Dist - Turnbull Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 715 Indian Avenue, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 312-7766
Papillon Preschool Managed By Bright Horizons Inf
Child Daycare & Preschools
Papillon Preschool receives mixed reviews. The majority of parents (6 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, structured curriculum, child development, and safe environment, though noting higher tuition costs. However, four one-star reviews cite unprofessional staff interactions, inadequate injury response, poor customer service, and transportation issues.
Caring and communicative staffstructured daily activitieschild development and learning outcomes
- Address
- 1311 So. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 340-7241
Heritage Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 15400 Lansdowne Rd, Tustin, CA
- Phone
- (714) 299-1275
Rosa Parks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2250 68th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 643-7881
Rosa Parks Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3900 Agnes Avenue, Lynwood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 604-3063
Rosa Parks Learning Center Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8855 Noble Avenue, North Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 895-9620
Roots N Wings Montessori School (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2323 Euclid Avenue, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 568-1756
Roosevelts State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 700 N Bradfield Ave, Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 898-6355
Rcsd Child Dev Services-Hoover State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 Charter St., Port. 2/3/4, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 482-5953
Ymca @ Quail Hollow
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 325 Marion Avenue, Ben Lomond, CA
- Phone
- (831) 336-5194
Roosevelt Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2324 Verde Street, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 336-5236
Ymca Ps @ Landels Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 115 West Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 965-2008
Ymca @ Monta Loma Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 460 Thompson Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 903-0400
Ymca @ Oak Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1501 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 969-6865
Ymca Preschool @ Boulder Creek Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 400 Lomond Street, Boulder Creek, CA
- Phone
- (831) 338-6788
Ymca @ Landels Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 115 West Dana Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 965-2008
Ymca-Booksin
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1590 Dry Creek Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 265-3588
Ymca-Blue Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12300 De Sanka Avenue, Saratoga, CA
- Phone
- (408) 257-7160
Ymca-Barret Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 895 Barret Ave, Morgan Hill, CA
- Phone
- (408) 778-3225
R. W. Drake Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 609 Southwood Drive, South San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (650) 871-6833
Loving Kids Academy (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1004 North Grant St, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 425-1543
Presbyterian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1550 Pacific Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 542-7396
Morse Child Development Center - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6905 Skyline Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 262-5676
Presbyterian Co-Operative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2066 San Benito Street, Hollister, CA
- Phone
- (831) 630-1234
Raymond Case Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8565 Shasta Lily Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 681-3355
Ramona Opportunity Hs Early Headstart/Cal/Safe
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 231 S. Alma Avenue, Bldg. 4, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 266-7650
Primary Plus-Hibiscus (Infants)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Primary Plus-Hibiscus has highly polarized reviews. Most parents (8/10) praise the warm, dedicated staff, strong academic progress, and nurturing environment. However, two parents reported serious concerns including neglectful care, missing items, and health issues.
Warm and patient teachersdedicated staffstrong academic and social development
- Address
- 801 Hibiscus, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 985-5998
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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.