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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Pioneer Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4404 Pioneer Drive, Bakersfield, CA
- Phone
- (661) 366-5953
Pioneer Union School District
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6860 Mt Aukum Road, Somerset, CA
- Phone
- (530) 620-3556
Play N Learn Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Play N Learn Preschool receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the nurturing environment, staff dedication, and child development, while three parents report serious concerns including neglect of basic care, injuries, inadequate supervision, and alleged physical discipline.
Nurturing and attentive staffstrong focus on social-emotional developmentbalance of structured learning and play
- Address
- 495-505 Massar Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Phone
- (408) 269-2338
The First School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 731 Pine Street, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 450-5022
Playa Vista-Star
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13150 Bluff Creek Dr., Playa Vista, CA
- Phone
- (310) 678-8298
Plaza-La Roca Verde Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 702 Gerhart Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 369-7681
Plaza Cs Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4198 Union Pacific Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 369-7681
Jusd/Mission Bell Elementary State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4020 Conning Street, Rm. 5, Jurupa Valley, CA
- Phone
- (951) 360-2749
Pomona High Child Development Center-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 475 Bangor St., Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 620-6520
Pomona High Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 475 Bangor St., Room P88, Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4438
Prestige Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7150 Rancho Santa Fe Road, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 891-0902
Prestige Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Prestige Preschool Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, personalized attention to each child, high-quality curriculum, and strong communication through daily reports and photos. The facility offers enriching activities, optional extracurriculars, and support with developmental milestones like potty training.
Knowledgeable and caring staff who know children by namepersonalized attentionquality daily activities
- Address
- 520 W. Baseline Avenue, Claremont, CA
- Phone
- (909) 399-0081
Princeton Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 922 E. Mendocino Street, Altadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 794-2244
Prospect Avenue State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8655 Ellsworth Lane, Santee, CA
- Phone
- (619) 956-5257
Public Safety Academy State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 230 Atlantic Avenue, Fairfield, CA
- Phone
- (707) 438-3684
Pueblo Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1460 E. Holt Ave., Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 994-3796
Pueblo De Esperanza Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1031 S. Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 741-0169
P.M.H. Little People Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 207 West Legion Road, Brawley, CA
- Phone
- (760) 351-3395
Qcs Joy Street Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 224 South Joy Street, Corona, CA
- Phone
- (760) 942-3433
Rainbow Drew Child Development Corporation
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 12611 S. Willowbrook Ave, Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 608-3481
Rainbow Preschool & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2223 Vera Avenue, Redwood City, CA
- Phone
- (650) 365-3510
Jusd/Troth Street Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5565 Troth Street, Jurupa Valley, CA
- Phone
- (951) 360-2866
Ramona Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 804 Cooper Road, Oxnard, CA
- Phone
- (805) 385-1569
Ramona United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3394 Chapel Lane, Ramona, CA
- Phone
- (760) 789-3435
Rio Linda
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 631 L Street, Rio Linda, CA
- Phone
- (916) 566-1600
River Road Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 275 River Road, Suite A & B, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 455-7852
Rolling Hills Elementary School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 15255 Penasquitos Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 672-3400
Roosevelt Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10835 Mallison Avenue, Lynwood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 604-3063
Rosebud Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2500 Patio Court, Santa Rosa, CA
- Phone
- (707) 544-8600
Roosevelt Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 120 Capitol Street, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-5645
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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.