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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Challenger School - Saratoga
Child Daycare & Preschools
Challenger School - Saratoga receives mostly positive reviews praising patient, caring teachers and a nurturing environment, particularly for non-native English speakers and shy children. However, two negative reviews cite high pricing, lack of parental communication about school activities and exam times, and concerns that the school prioritizes enrollment numbers over individual child care.
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- Address
- 18811 Cox Avenue, Saratoga, CA
- Phone
- (408) 378-0444
Children'S House Of Los Altos
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- Address
- 770 Berry Avenue, Los Altos, CA
- Phone
- (650) 968-9052
Christopher State Preschool
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- Address
- 565 Coyote Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 573-3341
Small Miracles-Preschool
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- Address
- 45 Henry Street, Cotati, CA
- Phone
- (707) 792-9256
Tracy Unified School District South/West Park Elem
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- Address
- 501 W. Mt. Oso Ave., Tracy, CA
- Phone
- (209) 830-3335
Crossroads Christian School Preschool
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- Address
- 145 Wright Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA
- Phone
- (408) 779-8850
Del Roble Cdc
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- Address
- 5345 Avenida Almendros, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 556-7300
Discovery Children'S Garden
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- Address
- 437 Webster Street, Palo Alto, CA
- Phone
- (650) 329-8023
Edison Learning Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1260 Erin Way, Campbell, CA
- Phone
- (408) 559-1566
Educare California At Silicon Valley Headstart/Ps
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- Address
- 1399 Santee Drive, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 573-3340
Empire Gardens Preschool
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- Address
- 1060 E. Empire Street, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 535-6221
Ernesto Galarza State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1610 Bird Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 535-6671
Evergreen Valley Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3300 Quimby Road, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 928-5290
Forest Hill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4450 Mccoy Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 364-4279
Gardner Preschool
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- Address
- 502 Illinois Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 535-6083
Genius Kids
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- Address
- 7132 Santa Teresa Boulevard, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 771-3403
George Mayne State Ps/Children Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5030 N First St., Alviso, CA
- Phone
- (408) 423-1717
German International School Of Silicon Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 310 Easy Street, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 254-0748
Go Kids Club @ San Martin Gwinn
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13745 Llagas Avenue, San Martin, CA
- Phone
- (408) 843-9000
Baymonte Christian Schools Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5000 B Granite Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA
- Phone
- (831) 438-5657
Bonny Doon Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1492 Pine Flat Road, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 459-7795
Calabasas State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 202 Calabasas Road, Watsonville, CA
- Phone
- (831) 728-6368
Calvary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 532 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 425-1332
Campus Kids Connection Bostwick Childrens Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 987 Bostwick Lane, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 475-2151
Campus Kids Connection Opal Cliffs Children'S Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4510 Jade Street, Capitola, CA
- Phone
- (831) 475-5188
Ckc Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8005 Winkle Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 465-6587
Common Threads Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 208 Rankin Street, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 427-1316
Community Bridges - Highlands Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8500 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, CA
- Phone
- (831) 336-2857
Community Bridges Redwood Mountain Child Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7103a Highway 9, Felton, CA
- Phone
- (831) 335-3222
Community Bridges Sycamore Street Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 121 Sycamore Street, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 454-9920
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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.