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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Options Cdc Franklin
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5777 Lockheed Avenue, Whittier, CA
- Phone
- (562) 695-1079
Options Early Learning Center-Hurley
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 535 S. Laura Ave., La Puente, CA
- Phone
- (626) 839-3868
Options Early Learning Center-Pomona
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (626) 858-0527
Options For Learning-State Preschool-Los Nietos
Child Daycare & Preschools
Reviews are not about the daycare preschool program itself, but rather about Los Nietos Park facilities and community events held there. Parents consistently praise the park's recreational amenities, facilities, and special events like Halloween and 4th of July celebrations.
Well-maintained sports courtsnew playground equipmentclean facilities
- Address
- 11143 Charlesworth Rd, Santa Fe Springs, CA
- Phone
- (626) 854-3449
Options For Learning Gus Velasco Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Note: Reviews appear to be for a community center, not a daycare. The Gus Velasco Center in Santa Fe Springs receives universal 5/5 ratings for its senior programs, community resources, event facilities, and activities. Staff are consistently praised as knowledgeable, friendly, and professional.
Knowledgeable and friendly staffdiverse senior activities (sewingbingo
- Address
- 9255 Pioneer Blvd, Santa Fe Springs, CA
- Phone
- (626) 858-0527
Options State Preschool-Mulberry
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14029 Mulberry Dr., Whittier, CA
- Phone
- (562) 699-2918
Options State Preschool - Orchard Dale
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10625 S. Cole Road, Whittier, CA
- Phone
- (626) 854-3449
Osceola Elementary School Cspp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14940 Osceola Street, Rm 1., Sylmar, CA
- Phone
- (818) 362-8456
Our Lady Of Peace Pre-K Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9022 Langdon Avenue, North Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 894-4059
Overland Star Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10650 Ashby Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 842-8040
Pacific View Leadership Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6196 Childs Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 430-1600
Pacific Explorer Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 22504 Eriel Avenue, Torrance, CA
- Phone
- (310) 326-8070
Pacifica Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6585 Green Valley Circle, Culver City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 417-3087
Palermo State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7350 Bulldog Way, Palermo, CA
- Phone
- (530) 533-4730
Palisades Montessori Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 16706 Marquez Ave., Pacific Palisades, CA
- Phone
- (310) 454-6497
Palisades Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 27002 Camino De Estrella, Capistrano Beach, CA
- Phone
- (949) 661-3375
Palmdale School District-Antelope Ece (Keppel)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 37237 N. 100 Street East, Littlerock, CA
- Phone
- (661) 273-4710
Palmdale U.S.D.-First Christian Headstart
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1702 E. Ave. J, Lancaster, CA
- Phone
- (661) 273-4710
Palmer Way State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2900 Palmer Street, National City, CA
- Phone
- (619) 336-8945
Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4232 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
- Phone
- (650) 739-0137
Para Los Ninos-Cypress
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1145 Cypress Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 250-4800
Paradise Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9000 La Riviera Drive, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 718-3642
Parent Support Center For Child Development Gcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1122 E. Garfield Avenue, Glendale, CA
- Phone
- (818) 240-1000
Park Place Early Education Campus/Ca Childrens Ac.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12227 Atalntic Ave, Lynwood, CA
- Phone
- (323) 223-3313
Pasadena State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4330 Pasadena Avenue, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 575-2374
Peninsula Jewish Community Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 378-2670
Peace Of Mind Outreach Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1701 Sierra Way, San Bernardino, CA
- Phone
- (909) 764-1411
Pilgrim Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2020 Chestnut Avenue, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 729-4464
Pine Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 17102 Marda Ave, Yorba Linda, CA
- Phone
- (714) 996-7463
Pine Tree School LLC - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20 Adeline Way, Healdsburg, CA
- Phone
- (707) 433-8447
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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.