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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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Genius Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Genius Kids Peralta in Fremont receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facility, regular communication through updates and photos, and their children's happiness and development at the center.

Caring and attentive teachersclean and safe facilityfrequent daily updates via Brightwheel app
Address
3620 Peralta Blvd, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 936-4402
Genius Kids - Dublin Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Genius Kids Dublin Campus has perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents praise the attentive and caring staff, individualized learning approaches, and strong communication through the Brightwheel app. Children show rapid development, confidence-building, and enthusiasm for attending.

Caring and attentive staffkind director (Ms. Puja)individualized attention to each child
Address
5286 Iron Horse Pkwy. Ste. D, Dublin, CA
Phone
(925) 361-0398
Genius Kids - Mission Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Genius Kids Mission Campus for its nurturing, creative learning environment led by dedicated teachers Ms. Vaishnavee and Ms. Kaushika. Children show significant academic and social growth through hands-on activities, field trips, and real-world experiences, with strong parental engagement through daily photo/video updates and special events.

Caring and dedicated teacherscreative and hands-on learning activitiesreal-world field trip experiences
Address
43423 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 659-9900
Genius Kids Club-Dublin
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Genius Kids Club-Dublin receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the center's structured curriculum, passionate leadership under founder Ms. Vantika, and caring staff. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic performance, confidence, social skills, and overall development within weeks to months of enrollment.

Exceptional staff and teachersstrong academic foundationwell-structured curriculum
Address
6044 Dougherty Rd, Dublin, CA
Phone
(925) 241-7282
Glitter Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8941 San Ramon Rd., Dublin, CA
Phone
(925) 307-7285
Coalicion De Latinos Americanos INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3130 W. 139th Street, Hawthorne, CA
Phone
(562) 279-6330
Collins Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Collins Early Education Center for its patient and responsible staff, welcoming environment, and quality instruction. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit academically. The center has received five 5-star ratings with parents expressing strong satisfaction and willingness to recommend it.

Patient and responsible staffkind and helpful teachersgood instruction quality
Address
901 West 52nd Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 752-2119
Collins Sunnyday Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Collins Sunnyday Children's Center for its caring, bilingual staff and strong developmental outcomes, particularly in speech and behavior improvement. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and thrive both academically and socially. The facility is noted for cleanliness, reasonable pricing, and comprehensive curriculum with extracurricular activities.

Caring and compassionate staffbilingual supportspeech development support
Address
11526 Rosecrans Ave., Norwalk, CA
Phone
(562) 884-5885
Colonial House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1124 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 825-7099
Columbia Plaza Early Childhood Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12830 Columbia Way (Clark), Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 803-6229
Montessori School-Eureka
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5306 E. Arbor Rd, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 421-5505
Ymca-Eisenhower
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
277 Rodonovan Drive, Santa Clara, CA
Phone
(408) 249-5330
Covenant Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
21209 S. Claretta, Hawaiian Gardens, CA
Phone
(562) 402-8330
Covina Educational Center State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
160 N. Barranca, Covina, CA
Phone
(626) 974-4204
Creative Angels Preschool & Kindergarden
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1725 N. Mariposa Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 660-9934
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10910 Paramount Blvd., Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 861-8654
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10819 New Street, Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 861-2285
Creative Center For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Creative Center for Children receives consistently high praise from parents for its experienced leadership under Director Angela de Silva, caring and knowledgeable teachers, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Parents highlight the warm, play-based learning environment, excellent facilities, and practical amenities like extended hours and organic lunch options that support working families.

Experienced and compassionate director and teacherswarm and welcoming communitystrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
10547 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 475-9004
Creative Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1203 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA
Phone
(310) 546-6540
Do Re Me Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2829 W. Vernon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 296-1954
Door Of Hope Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents praise Door of Hope Children's Center for being caring and loving with genuine staff. The center is recognized for its community involvement, including food banks, homelessness awareness, and support for underserved populations. Reviews highlight their commitment to community service and social awareness.

Caring and loving staffcommunity engagementfood bank programs
Address
1327 S Atlantic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 262-2777
Dreamland Child Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1641 Centinela Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 828-8454
Eagles Nest Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
641 Sheldon Street, El Segundo, CA
Phone
(310) 615-2650
Early Years Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14701 Burbank Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA
Phone
(818) 904-3354
The Early Years School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise The Early Years School for its nurturing, child-centered approach to early education. Reviewers highlight the small class sizes, experienced teachers, strong social-emotional learning focus, and sense of community partnership with families.

Low teacher-child ratiosexperienced and caring staff (some with 20+ years tenure)child-centered philosophy
Address
302 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 394-0463
East Whittier Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9951 S. Mills Avenue, Whittier, CA
Phone
(562) 907-1840
Fair Avenue Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11300 Kittridge St., North Hollywood, CA
Phone
(818) 985-1790
Creative Mind Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Creative Mind Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and supportive community environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and behavioral areas. The school is noted for excellent communication, enriching programs, and creating a safe, happy space where children thrive.

Dedicated and loving teachersstrong communication and incident reportingvar
Address
5262 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 660-7529
Crenshaw Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4914 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 296-4611
Crestwood Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Crestwood Hills as an exceptional preschool with a unique natural setting in the Santa Monica Mountains, dedicated long-term staff, and a strong cooperative community model. Families highlight the play-based curriculum, individualized attention to child development, and meaningful parent involvement as key strengths that set it apart from other Los Angeles preschools.

Beautiful natural outdoor settingexperienced and caring teachers with long tenureplay-based developmental curriculum
Address
1000 Hanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 472-5233

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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.