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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Field State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4375 Bannock Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 800-5900
Finney State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3950 Byrd Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 428-0444
Florence Joyner State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4271 Myrtle Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 640-4000
Florence State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3914 First Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 293-4445
Flying Hills Elementary School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1251 Finch Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 590-2789
Garfield State Preschool
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- Address
- 4487 Oregon Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 362-4300
Glen View Elementary School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2201 E. Mission Ave, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 432-2448
Abc Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 426 33rd Avenue 1st Floor, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 387-9111
Alpha Kids Academy LLC (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 Stonecrest Drive, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 664-8080
Baby Love Family Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 283 Farallones Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 240-5436
Bright Horizons San Francisco California St-Presch
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 555 California Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 392-7531
Bright Horizons At 221 Main Street (Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools
This listing appears to be for an office building rather than a daycare facility. The reviews are mixed and do not pertain to childcare services, with comments about office space, building amenities, and unrelated businesses like Hair Club.
Clean facilityprofessional managementgood building atmosphere
- Address
- 221 Main Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 495-1706
Ccfc- O'Farrel
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1901 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 921-7019
Garden Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 305 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA
- Phone
- (805) 451-5487
Canv Kids Development & Family Program Aka Los Nin
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1510 Myrtle Avenue, Napa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 253-6173
Ymca Glb Los Altos Branch - Naples Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5537 The Toledo, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 230-7651
Ymca-Mckinley Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3045 Felton Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 307-3606
Ymca-Paradise Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1400 La Crosse Drive, Morgan Hill, CA
- Phone
- (408) 466-2463
Ccfc-Vv Tucker Center (P)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 103 Tucker Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 921-7019
Ccfc - Cleo Wallace Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 71 Turner Terrace, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 921-7019
Chibi Chan Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 202-7905
Companeros Del Barrio INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 474-478 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 431-9925
Cornerstone Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1925 Lawton Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 665-9747
Cornerstone Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1943 Lawton Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 661-8810
Cornerstone Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 801 Silver Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 587-7256
Facessf - Bayview Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 100 Whitney Young Circle, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 821-7550
Facessf - Masonic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1101 Masonic Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 355-0210
California State Preschool At Atascadero
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8500 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA
- Phone
- (805) 466-8181
California State Preschool At Marie Bauer Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1626 Vine St., Room 5, Paso Robles, CA
- Phone
- (805) 237-3481
California State Preschool At San Miguel
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1601 L Street, San Miguel, CA
- Phone
- (805) 467-3626
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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.