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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.

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Chai Altman Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16934 Chabad Way, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 451-0455
Children'S Center At Caltech
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1200 E. California Blvd, Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 395-6860
Tender Loving Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tender Loving Care receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the professional and caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, educational focus, and quick responsiveness to parent concerns. Children reportedly show developmental growth, enthusiasm for attending, and long-term enrollment satisfaction.

Patient and attentive staffkind and caring teachersprofessional environment
Address
2324 Parker Avenue, Tracy, CA
Phone
(209) 835-9088
The Children'S Collective INC. 56th St Child Dev
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5615 S. Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 789-1873
Children'S Country House
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2821 Santa Rosa, Altadena, CA
Phone
(626) 798-8083
St. Anthony School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
631 E. Saxon, San Gabriel, CA
Phone
(626) 312-3842
Seven C'S
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Seven C's in Camarillo receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple programs including preschool, after-school care, and summer camp. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong sense of community, and children's happiness and development at the facility.

Caring and kind staffdedicated teacherschild happiness and engagement
Address
1322 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, CA
Phone
(805) 987-7779
Sfusd-Jefferson Early Education School-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1350 25th Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 759-2852
Conejo Adventist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1250 Academy Drive, Newbury Park, CA
Phone
(805) 498-2391
Ard Discovery Club-Auburn Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11400 Lariat Ranch Road, Auburn, CA
Phone
(530) 885-8461
Safari Kid - Danville
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Safari Kid Danville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, particularly director Ms. Priya, and highlight strong educational enrichment programs, safe facilities, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center successfully supports child development across academics, confidence, and social-emotional growth.

caring and attentive staffMs. Priya's leadershipclean and bright facilities
Address
4135 Blackhawk Plz Cir, Ste 150, Danville, CA
Phone
(408) 688-4432
Caring Touch Christian Family Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3035 East Avenue S., Palmdale, CA
Phone
(661) 533-3910
Sfusd-Commodore Stockton Early Ed School (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1 Trenton St., Rms 1/2/3/4, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 291-7932
Telegraph Hill Parent Participation Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Telegraph Hill Parent Participation Nursery (TelHi) receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a nurturing, community-focused cooperative preschool. Parents highlight the play-based learning model, exceptional teachers, strong sense of belonging, and diverse, inclusive environment. The parent participation component is valued for building lasting friendships and providing insight into their child's development.

Cooperative model with parent invol
Address
1401 Broadway, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 421-3313
Mi Mundo Preschool El Cerrito
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6305 Barrett Avenue, El Cerrito, CA
Phone
(510) 395-4614
Safari Kid-Almaden
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Safari Kid Almaden receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and enriching curriculum. Parents highlight their children's enthusiasm for attending, strong learning outcomes, and the peace of mind the facility provides working families. The center is noted for its clean facilities, engaging activities, and safe, loving environment.

Caring and patient teachersage-appropriate curriculumengaging activities and learning materials
Address
6436 Bose Lane, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 600-6031
Ronda Rae Preschool And Extended Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
900 South Knott Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 826-1353
Robbin'S Nest Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2912 & 2920 Honolulu Ave., La Crescenta, CA
Phone
(818) 248-7324
Cliff Drive Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1435 Cliff Drive, Santa Brbara, CA
Phone
(805) 965-4286
Kidango-Glen Berry Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
625 Berry Avenue, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 728-0649
Kidango - Colonial Acres
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
17115 Meekland Ave, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 481-7320
The King'S Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA
Phone
(510) 797-6505
World Of Wonders Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

World of Wonders Preschool receives consistently perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the attentive, caring staff and small class sizes. Parents highlight the clean, safe, gated facility, strong academic preparation for elementary school, and Director Julia's compassionate leadership and accessibility. Families report their children have thrived socially, emotionally, and academically during their time at the school.

small class sizesattentive and kind teachersclean and safe facility
Address
2051 Sunset Cliffs Boulevard, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 226-2817
La Plazita Preschool II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

La Plazita Preschool II receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the Spanish immersion program, caring staff, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report significant Spanish language development, excellent preparation for kindergarten, and a warm, welcoming environment where children feel happy and safe.

Spanish immersion and language developmentdedicated and caring teachersstrong sense of community
Address
3625 Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 566-5007
Lakeshore Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3518-3546 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 893-4048
The Learning Tree
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4161 East Avenue, Livermore, CA
Phone
(925) 447-8279
Les Petits Francophones
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Les Petits Francophones is a highly-rated French immersion preschool in Oakland where parents report excellent French language acquisition, caring and attentive staff, and strong academics. Parents praise the welcoming community environment, comprehensive curriculum with enriching activities, and the school's responsiveness to individual children's needs.

French language immersion and acquisitionnative French-speaking teacherscaring and perceptive staff
Address
2101 Livingston St, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 436-0181
Little Sunshine Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Sunshine Learning Center receives universal praise from parents for its intentional, developmentally-focused approach to early childhood education. Parents highlight the director Ms. Amy and teachers' genuine care, flexibility, and effectiveness in supporting children's academic, social, and emotional growth. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and smooth transitions to kindergarten.

Director Ms. Amy is highly intentional and caringteacher stability and commitmentsmall teacher-to-child ratios
Address
20375 Wisteria Street, Castro Valley, CA
Phone
(510) 581-2340
Miss Helens Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Miss Helen's Preschool for its nurturing, stable environment and dedicated staff who prioritize child development and safety. Children show strong academic and social progress, with particular appreciation for the mixed-age classroom model, reliable daily routines, extended hours, and reasonable fees. The convenient Castro Valley location and lack of staff turnover are frequently highlighted as major advantages.

Dedicated and patient staff
Address
20121 Santa Maria, Castro Valley, CA
Phone
(510) 727-0790
Monarch Christian School-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
22280 Devonshire Street, Chatsworth, CA
Phone
(818) 882-8023

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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.