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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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Susanna Wesley Children'S Ctr/Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
134 N. Kenwood St., Glendale, CA
Phone
(818) 243-2105
Susan Sims Bodenstein Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
201 Hampton Drive, Venice, CA
Phone
(310) 396-7733
St. John'S Preschool & Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
434 Cleveland Street, Woodland, CA
Phone
(530) 662-0764
St. John'S Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
425 N. 18th Street, Montebello, CA
Phone
(323) 722-9885
Metz Road State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1303 Metz Road, Soledad, CA
Phone
(831) 678-1581
Sand Castles Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
43875 Patrick Avenue, Coaresgold, CA
Phone
(559) 658-7320
Santa Margarita Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1055 Las Ovejas, San Rafael, CA
Phone
(415) 499-1277
University Oaks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

University Oaks Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the school's warm, nurturing environment and individualized approach to each child's development. Parents consistently highlight the experienced, caring teachers, strong parent-school communication, and balanced curriculum combining play-based learning with academics. The Christian community aspect and sense of belonging are also frequently mentioned as significant strengths.

Individualized attentionexperienced and passionate teacherswarm and nurturing environment
Address
858 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA
Phone
(650) 641-0194
Kiddo Land Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
46280 Briar Place, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 490-7311
Gan Israel Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1055 Las Ovejas, Rm.#17, San Rafael, CA
Phone
(415) 507-0460
Pvusd-Early Childhood Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
295 East Chanslorway, Blythe, CA
Phone
(760) 922-8454
Happy Day Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
809 Taraval Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 564-7999
The Learning Bridge Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1050 Kirkham Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 753-1802
Les Infant INC. Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2702 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 315-0058
Les Infants INC. Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2702 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 315-0058
St. Pius Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1100 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA
Phone
(650) 361-1411
St. Philip The Apostle Preschool Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
725 Diamond Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 282-0141
St. Peter'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1371 Sunset Cliffs Boulevard, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 224-1689
United Christian Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

United Christian Education Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, strong Christian-based curriculum, excellent communication, and safe facility. Children show strong academic progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending school daily.

Christian foundation and biblical teachingscaring and patient teachersstrong academic curriculum
Address
16152 Gale Avenue, Hacienda Heights, CA
Phone
(626) 336-3334
Moldovan Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Moldovan Academy receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the school's warm, caring environment and strong focus on social-emotional development. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children's speech, emotional regulation, and social skills, along with enthusiasm for attending school daily. The facility is noted for its small class sizes, engaging curriculum, and dedicated leadership under owner Kathleen.

Warm and caring teachersstrong social-emotional development focussmall class sizes
Address
1270 Sanchez Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 549-7470
Montessori Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
80 Juan Bautista Circle, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 333-4410
Pacific Primary
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1500 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 346-0906
Peekadoodle Academy Of Danville
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2425 Camino Tassajara, Danville, CA
Phone
(925) 736-7335
Stratford Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
19275 Cross Street, Stratford, CA
Phone
(559) 589-2536
The Club House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
417 Haven Street, Winters, CA
Phone
(530) 795-0123
Encino Parents Nursery School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Encino Parents Nursery School is a parent-operated co-op preschool highly praised for its nurturing environment and strong community. Parents highlight the meaningful involvement in their children's learning, supportive teacher Joanny, and lasting friendships built with other families. Children show notable developmental progress in social skills and communication.

Parent involvement and collaborationnurturing environmentsupportive teacher
Address
16953 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA
Phone
(818) 788-4582
New Hope Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
200 New Hope Road, Galt, CA
Phone
(209) 745-9122
Davis Parent Nursery School #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Davis Parent Nursery School #2 receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its play-based learning approach, strong sense of community, and supportive teachers. Parents consistently highlight the program's unique focus on parent education and involvement alongside child development, with many describing it as a special place where both children and families thrive.

play-based learningskilled and patient teachersstrong parent community
Address
426 W 8th Street, Davis, CA
Phone
(530) 757-5377
Rocklin Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents praise Rocklin Montessori (listed as Meadow View in reviews) for its Montessori-based approach, caring staff led by Ms. Maryam, and nurturing environment that fosters independence and hands-on learning. The center is noted for excellent communication with families, thoughtful meal planning, and creating a warm, home-like community atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting significant child development gains.

Caring and patient staffhands-on Montessori curriculumchild-led activities
Address
5250 5th Street, Rocklin, CA
Phone
(916) 632-1977
Rocklin Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6552 Lonetree Blvd, Rocklin, CA
Phone
(916) 778-4549

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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.