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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Cajon Valley State Preschool-Lexington Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1145 Redwood Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3075
Cajon Valley State Preschool-Magnolia Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 650 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3080
Cajon Valley State Preschool-Naranca Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1030 Naranca Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3087
Cajon Valley State Preschool-Rios Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14314 Rios Canyon Road, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 588-3090
Calvary Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1771 E. Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 591-2260
Calvin Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1868- A N. Broadway, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 520-8431
The Cambridge School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12855 Black Mountain Road, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 484-3488
Campo Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1654 Buckman Springs Road, Campo, CA
- Phone
- (619) 478-5583
Carson State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6905 Kramer St., San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 397-6900
Casa De Amparo'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 103 Rancho Del Oro Drive, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 439-4149
Casa Montessori De Carlsbad
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3470 Madison Street, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 729-4455
Central State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 122 W. Fourth Avenue, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 432-2200
Central State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4063 Polk Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 344-6100
Emerson/Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 635 Lincoln Ave., Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 622-4642
Capk Lodi Uccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 S. Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA
- Phone
- (209) 242-9540
Creative Child Care INC @ Hutchins Street Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 S. Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA
- Phone
- (209) 941-9100
Creative Child Care INC. Lathrop Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 15851 5th Street, Lathrop, CA
- Phone
- (209) 941-9100
Creekside State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2515 Estate Drive, Portable B, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 953-8285
El Dorado Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1540 North Lincoln, Stockton, CA
- Phone
- (209) 460-1824
El Concilio
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17950 S. Van Allen Road, Escalon, CA
- Phone
- (209) 337-7516
South Bay Family Ymca-Wolf Canyon Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1950 Wolf Canyon Loop, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 482-8877
So. Bay Family Ymca - Enrique Camarena Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1650 Exploration Falls Drive, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 591-5500
So. Bay Fam. Ymca - Discovery Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1100 Camino Biscay, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 656-0797
So. Bay Fam. Ymca - Eastlake Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1955 Hillside Drive, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-4798
So. Bay Fam. Ymca - Heritage
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1450 Santa Lucia, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-7080
So. Bay Family Ymca - Chula Vista Hills Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 980 Buena Vista Way, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 482-7066
So. Bay Fam. Ymca - Thurgood Marshall
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2295 Mackenzie Creek, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 870-6422
So. Bay Fam. Ymca - Tiffany Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1691 Elmhurst Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 482-1292
So. Bay Fam. Ymca - Rosebank Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 80 Flower Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 422-8329
Ymca-Stevens Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10300 Ainsworth Drive, Cupertino, CA
- Phone
- (408) 736-5041
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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.