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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- Address
- 770 Rancho Del Rey Parkway, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 397-0165
- Address
- 950 N. Fig Street, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 317-9021
Discovery Isle Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and knowledgeable staff, engaging curriculum, strong communication, and positive developmental progress children make at the center.
- Address
- 10125 Azuaga Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (760) 752-7590
Discovery Isle Child Development Center in Poway receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment across infant through kindergarten classes. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with excellent communication and convenient full-time scheduling for working families.
- Address
- 14521 Ted Williams Parkway, Poway, CA
- Phone
- (760) 752-7590
- Address
- 1500 E. Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 441-2803
- Address
- 1700 Alameda De Las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 341-7701
- Address
- 26462 Town Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, CA
- Phone
- (949) 354-2259
- Address
- 5600 N. Paramount Blvd., Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 272-0224
KinderCare Poinsettia in Carlsbad receives nearly universal praise from parents for its caring staff, strong leadership under Director Mandy, enriching curriculum, and family-oriented community atmosphere. However, one parent reported significant concerns about overcrowding, inadequate staffing, cleanliness issues, and safety incidents.
- Address
- 1200 Plum Tree Road, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 435-0001
Parents overwhelmingly praise Eastlake KinderCare for caring, attentive staff and a nurturing learning environment. Most highlight excellent teachers, strong curriculum, safety protocols, and children's happiness attending daily. However, a few parents cite high costs and concerns about diaper-changing hygiene practices.
- Address
- 2354 Fenton Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 656-9853
KinderCare Learning Center-Infant in San Diego receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for caring, professional staff and stimulating learning environment, though some parents report administrative and communication issues. Most reviewers praise teacher dedication, child development progress, and safe facilities, while a few experienced billing surprises, management turnover, and inconsistent policies.
- Address
- 10623 Treena Street, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 271-4700
KinderCare Learning Center in El Dorado Hills receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and patient staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment. Most reviewers report their children are happy and learning, though cost and minor facility/staff concerns are mentioned by a small number of parents.
- Address
- 3959 Park Dr., El Dorado Hills, CA
- Phone
- (916) 939-0391
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Vintage Park for its caring, attentive staff who build genuine relationships with children. Reviews highlight the Learning Adventures program, clean environment, daily communication via app with photos and activity updates, and nutritious meals provided. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and showing significant developmental progress.
- Address
- 8887 Vintage Park Dr., Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 682-1111
- Address
- 2387 N. Lake Ave, Altadena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 797-6056
- Address
- 50 Fell Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 805-8315
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Cuyamaca Infant for its caring, patient staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with smooth transitions between age groups. Families appreciate the structured curriculum, activities, and responsive management.
- Address
- 9735 Cuyamaca Street, Santee, CA
- Phone
- (619) 562-3423
- Address
- 8475 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (619) 460-0393
- Address
- 3300 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 831-3300
- Address
- 4760 Oceanside Blvd., #B10, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 724-8955
- Address
- 7998 Alicante Avenue, Lamont, CA
- Phone
- (661) 845-3901
- Address
- 2041 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 222-6242
- Address
- 3170 Jefferson Blvd., Suite 175, West Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 372-7838
- Address
- 10700 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (916) 971-5837
- Address
- 5191 E. Tulare St., Fresno, CA
- Phone
- (559) 252-6445
- Address
- 2860 Thunder Drive, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 271-0462
- Address
- 120 Weeks Street, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 429-3050
- Address
- 1700 Birch Lane, Davis, CA
- Phone
- (530) 758-7251
- Address
- 4100 Baldwin Park Blvd, Baldwin Park, CA
- Phone
- (626) 338-1854
- Address
- 1645 Magnolia Avenue, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 331-5300
- Address
- 3010 Tamarack Avenue, Carlsbad, CA
- Phone
- (760) 331-5900
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Frequently asked questions
- 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