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
- 3200 Boston Avenue, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 879-0862
- Address
- 800-33rd Street, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 654-7890
- Address
- 1322 - 86th Avenue, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 879-0815
- Address
- 2825 International Boulevard, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 879-4293
- Address
- 1975 - 40th Avenue, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 436-3700
- Address
- 3825 California Street, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 531-6226
- Address
- 6701 International Blvd., Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 879-0827
- Address
- 960-A Tenth Street, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 879-0822
- Address
- 581 61st Street, Oakland, CA
- Phone
- (510) 639-3340
- Address
- 2425 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA
- Phone
- (415) 564-6250
- Address
- 2001 National Avenue, Madera, CA
- Phone
- (559) 674-4232
- Address
- 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 292-7446
- Address
- 323 Highland, Piedmont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 420-3078
KinderCare College Preschool in Oceanside receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, clean facility, enriching activities, and welcoming environment that helps children feel safe and excited to attend.
- Address
- 3536 College Blvd., Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 940-2008
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Cuyamaca Center for its caring, patient staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight successful transitions from home to preschool and positive developmental progress. The center is highly recommended as a reliable, safe facility where children are genuinely happy to attend.
- Address
- 9735 Cuyamaca Street, Santee, CA
- Phone
- (619) 562-3423
Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, clean facility, and comprehensive curriculum at Kindercare Learning Center-Eastlake. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and benefit from developmental programs including Spanish, phonics, and potty training assistance. However, some parents cite high pricing as a concern and one reported inadequate hygiene practices during diaper changes.
- Address
- 2354 Fenton Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 656-9853
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center - Via Mercado for exceptional care, educational programming, and staff dedication. Children show strong developmental progress in academics and social skills, with parents appreciating the clean facility, good teacher-to-student ratios, and daily communication. The center is noted for compassionate support during transitions and difficult circumstances.
- Address
- 3655 Via Mercado, La Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (619) 670-9388
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Escondido for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Children show strong development in academics, social skills, and emotional well-being, with parents reporting their kids are happy to attend daily. Multiple reviewers highlight the professionalism of directors Jennifer and Amy, as well as individual teachers' dedication to child care.
- Address
- 2415 S. Centre City Parkway, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 745-2474
- Address
- 2258 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (619) 955-8555
- Address
- 10068 Pacific Heights, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 546-9115
La Petite Academy Oceanside receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and high-quality education. Parents consistently report their children are happy, thriving, and well-prepared academically and socially.
- Address
- 4179 Avenida De La Plata, Oceanside, CA
- Phone
- (760) 941-5406
La Petite Academy in Chula Vista receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child bonds, effective communication through photos and apps, and positive developmental progress. The facility is noted for its organized structure, engaging activities, and supportive leadership.
- Address
- 798 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-0966
La Petite Academy in Bonita receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and enriching learning environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through live classroom feeds, photo/video updates, and in-app messaging, along with flexible hours and strong teacher-child relationships. All reviewers express high satisfaction and would recommend the facility.
- Address
- 795 Corral Canyon Road, Bonita, CA
- Phone
- (619) 421-5238
- Address
- 7550 Canton Drive, Lemon Grove, CA
- Phone
- (619) 825-5673
- Address
- 1750 Madera Street, Lemon Grove, CA
- Phone
- (619) 825-5621
- Address
- 2755 Barkley Avenue, Santa Clara, CA
- Phone
- (408) 423-1115
- Address
- 1620 26th Street, #1020, Santa Monica, CA
- Phone
- (310) 449-0047
Children's Choice in El Cajon receives consistently positive reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and engaged staff, fun and educational environment, and strong communication from leadership. Children reportedly enjoy attending and thrive in this nurturing setting.
- Address
- 1164 North Second Street, El Cajon, CA
- Phone
- (619) 442-5772
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- 4840 Cahuenga Blvd., North Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (818) 761-3339
- Address
- 1370 Baseline Road, Roseville, CA
- Phone
- (510) 925-9819
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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