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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Busd - Hopkins Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1810 Hopkins Street, Berkeley, CA
- Phone
- (510) 644-8939
Castro Valley Usd - State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4400 Alma Ave, Castro Valley, CA
- Phone
- (510) 537-3000
Cape - Wm. Ormand III Early Ed. Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 Marylin Avenue, Livermore, CA
- Phone
- (925) 443-3434
Ymca School Age Child Care - Spreckels
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4th & Hatton St., Spreckels, CA
- Phone
- (831) 320-9401
Palo Verde Kids' Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3450 Louis Road, Palo Alto, CA
- Phone
- (650) 852-9475
Ymca Seacliff Program Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6701 Garfield, Huntington Beach, CA
- Phone
- (714) 350-3316
Ymca@Lakewood Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 750 Lakechime Drive, Sunnyvale, CA
- Phone
- (408) 734-4575
Zehnder Ranch School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9880 Denali Circle, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 286-7865
Tlc Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7915 Lindley Avenue, Reseda, CA
- Phone
- (818) 708-1740
St. Bernard'S Catholic Preschool (Sa)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 160 W. Beverly Place, Tracy, CA
- Phone
- (209) 835-8019
W.R. Nelson School Age Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14392 Browning Avenue, Tustin, CA
- Phone
- (714) 731-0111
University Park Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4572 Sandburg Way Portable, Irvine, CA
- Phone
- (949) 653-0352
Stoner Avenue Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11735 Braddock Drive, Room 2, Culver City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 390-3396
Palomar Family Ymca - Reidy Creek Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2869 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 432-2164
Richard Henry Dana School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1401 S 1st Ave, Arcadia, CA
- Phone
- (626) 684-2366
The Salvation Army-Tustin Ranch-Henley Youth Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
This facility appears to be a community center and event space rather than a daycare. Reviews praise the peaceful atmosphere, professional staff, beautiful facilities, and the organization's community service and Christian mission. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings.
Peaceful and serene environmentprofessional and helpful staffspacious and gorgeous facilities
- Address
- 10200 Pioneer Road, Tustin, CA
- Phone
- (714) 832-7100
Say-Birney Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4345 Campus Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 405-3238
Say-Curie Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4080 Governor Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 453-4736
Say-Dingeman Annex Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11840 Scripps Creek Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 688-2160
Ramon Tafoya School Age Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 720 Homestead, Woodland, CA
- Phone
- (530) 666-9060
Say-Einstein Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3035 Ash Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 380-8726
Say-Ellen Browning Scripps Extended Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11778 Cypress Canyon Road, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 693-8593
Say-Jerabek Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10050 Avenida Magnifica, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 688-2180
Say-Standley Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6298 Radcliffe Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 688-2195
Say-Sunset View Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4365 Hill Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 523-1935
South Bay Family Ymca-Casillas Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1130 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-7555
Ymca @ Silver Oak Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5000 Farnsworth Drive, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 223-4524
Ywca-Sv West Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1774 Foxworthy Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 295-4011
Sopa-Kids Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14755 Greenleaf Street, Sherman Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (818) 986-4121
Lakeview Child Care Center City Of Santa Fe Spring
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11436 E. Joslin Avenue, Santa Fe Springs, CA
- Phone
- (562) 868-9851
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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.