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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Play Date After School (Sa)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 15726 Glenshire Dr, Truckee, CA
- Phone
- (530) 582-0441
Rosemont Playschool INC.-Club Mather
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10265 Rockingham Drive, #150, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 366-5800
The Salvation Army Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
The Salvation Army Child Development Center in Seaside has received mostly positive reviews praising its low class sizes, caring staff, and supportive community environment. However, there are serious concerns raised about food safety practices, including expired dairy and meat products being distributed, and one report of inadequate support during a safety crisis.
Low student-to-teacher ratios (4:1)small class sizes (under 15 students)caring and respectful staff
- Address
- 1491 Contra Costa Street, Seaside, CA
- Phone
- (831) 899-4911
Salvation Army Of Santa Fe Springs-School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
Reviews are mixed and appear to conflate this Salvation Army location with a residential shelter rather than a daycare facility. Positive reviews praise staff helpfulness and community services, while negative reviews report serious health and safety concerns including pest infestations and disease transmission.
Helpful and friendly staff membersclean facilitiesfree services and assistance programs
- Address
- 12000 Washington Boulevard, Whittier, CA
- Phone
- (562) 696-7175
Sam And Rose Stein Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6145 Decena Dr., San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 281-5511
Sedgwick Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 19200 Phil Lane, Cupertino, CA
- Phone
- (408) 725-0909
The Salvation Army Kids' Cafe
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3695 First Street, Riverside, CA
- Phone
- (951) 784-4495
Sequoia Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 277 Boyd Rd. INC. Portable, Pleasant Hill, CA
- Phone
- (925) 939-6336
So.Bay Fam. Ymca-Arroyo Vista Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2491 School House Road, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 656-9676
Star - Eshelman
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 25902 Eshelman Avenue, Lomita, CA
- Phone
- (310) 530-2117
Small Wonders Preschool/The Rock
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4800-B Fruitvale Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 387-6387
Star - Fairburn
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1403 Fairburn Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 629-7391
Star - Kentwood
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8401 Emerson Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 863-4560
Star - Loyola Village
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8821 Villanova Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 678-5052
Star - Marquez
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 16821 Marquez Avenue, Pacific Palisades, CA
- Phone
- (310) 459-4839
Star - Overland
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10650 Ashby Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 202-7980
Star - Pacific Palisades
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 Via De La Paz, Pacific Palisades, CA
- Phone
- (310) 713-0964
Star - Warner
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 615 Holmby Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 470-1868
Star Maidu
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1950 Johnson Ranch Road, Roseville, CA
- Phone
- (916) 782-8454
Steam Academy Cdi (Sa)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18001 Commercial St, Lathrop, CA
- Phone
- (209) 229-4736
Sunshine-Fair Oaks Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 26933 N. Silverbell Ln., Canyon Country, CA
- Phone
- (661) 424-1900
Sunshine-Oak Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 26730 Old Rock Road, Valencia, CA
- Phone
- (661) 259-0644
Sunshine Day Camp INC.School Age After-School Dc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 27630 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA
- Phone
- (661) 294-1970
Sunshine Day Care 2 School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2038 E. Compton Blvd., Compton, CA
- Phone
- (424) 338-3053
Trace Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 651 Dana Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 278-1876
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17150 Soledad Canyon Road, Canyon Country, CA
- Phone
- (661) 252-3144
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 23041 Newhall Ranch Road, Santa Clarita, CA
- Phone
- (661) 263-2655
Tutor Time Learning Center-School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3345 Cherry Hills Court, Fairfield, CA
- Phone
- (707) 422-4105
Ulloa Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2650 42nd Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 759-8854
U.C.Irvine-Extended Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6537 Adobe Circle, Irvine, CA
- Phone
- (949) 824-4753
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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.