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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Claire'S Montessori Intl Academy (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7224 Beech Ave, Orangevale, CA
- Phone
- (916) 812-8744
Cordova Gardens Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2400 Dawes Street, Rancho Cordova, CA
- Phone
- (916) 635-4301
Southlands Schools International
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18550 Farjardo Street, Rowland Heights, CA
- Phone
- (909) 718-8600
Scripps Ranch Swim And Racquet Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
Scripps Ranch Swim and Racquet Club is a private membership facility offering swim lessons, summer camps, fitness classes, and recreational activities. Most reviewers praise the facilities, community atmosphere, and value, though one parent had a negative experience with swim team instruction quality and instructor behavior.
well-maintained facilitiesstrong community atmosphereaffordable membership cost
- Address
- 9875 Aviary Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 271-6222
Ckc INC. Gault
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1320 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 462-9822
Cyril Spinelli Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3401 Scotland Drive, Antelope, CA
- Phone
- (916) 348-7415
St. Charles Borromeo School Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7580 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 421-6189
Edward Kemble Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7495 29th Street, Room 25, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 399-5028
Ethel I. Baker Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5717 Laurine Way, Room 29, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 399-5448
Foulks Ranch Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6211 Laguna Park Drive, Elk Grove, CA
- Phone
- (916) 684-0861
Full Steam Ahead Children'S Academy-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1740 Prairie City Road, Folsom, CA
- Phone
- (916) 353-0300
General Davie Jr. Primary Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1500 Dom Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 971-7375
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools
The Goddard School in Folsom receives exclusively positive reviews from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong security measures, engaging curriculum, and excellent daily communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress across multiple areas.
Caring and loving staffdaily updates and photosstrong security measures
- Address
- 251 Outcropping Way, Folsom, CA
- Phone
- (916) 936-0377
Blue Lake Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 231 H Street, Blue Lake, CA
- Phone
- (707) 668-5679
Child Development Laboratory
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA
- Phone
- (707) 826-3475
Hsu Children'S Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- Hsu-Mary Warren House 36, Arcata, CA
- Phone
- (707) 826-4982
Dunsmuir Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4760 Siskiyou Ave, #1 & #3, Dunsmuir, CA
- Phone
- (530) 235-4828
Etna Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 308 Center Street, Etna, CA
- Phone
- (530) 467-5823
Boronda Meadows Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 915 Larkin Drive, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-0648
Castroville Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11161 Merritt Street, Castroville, CA
- Phone
- (831) 632-2613
Creekside Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1770 Kittery Street, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-5252
El Gabilan Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1256 Linwood Drive, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 753-5664
Ananda Living Wisdom School Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 14618 Tyler Foote Road, Nevada City, CA
- Phone
- (530) 478-7640
4th R - Witter Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3790 Poppy Hill Way, Sacramento, CA
- Phone
- (916) 808-3814
A Kids Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1180 South Idaho St., Suite K, La Habra, CA
- Phone
- (714) 626-0400
Amerimont Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5360 Stonehaven Drive, Yorba Linda, CA
- Phone
- (714) 693-7700
Anaheim Elementary School District-Palm Lane
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1646 W. Palm Lane, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-8944
Anaheim Elementary School District Edison
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1526 East Romneya, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 517-8760
Anaheim Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 744 North East Street, Anaheim, CA
- Phone
- (714) 776-5075
Bathgate Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 27642 Napoli Way, Mission Viejo, CA
- Phone
- (949) 348-0451
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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.