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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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Little Becomers Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2000 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 583-8678
Little Dreamers Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3277 Foothill Dr., Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 379-3798
The Little Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The Little Tree Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the quality of teaching staff, play-based learning approach, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently note that while tuition is higher than comparable preschools, the exceptional educational environment and teacher engagement justify the cost.

Highly qualified teaching staff with degrees in early childhood educationextensive outdoor play areas with diverse equipmentplay-based learning philosophy
Address
1690 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA
Phone
(805) 340-6045
Montessori One
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Montessori One for its warm, nurturing environment and effective Montessori approach that fosters academic, social, and emotional development. Children transition successfully to kindergarten with advanced skills and a love of learning. The school stands out for its caring teachers, strong community, enrichment programs, and spacious outdoor facilities.

Warm and attentive teacherschild-centered Montessori methodstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
620 Triunfo Canyon Road, Westlake Village, CA
Phone
(805) 777-8833
Moorpark College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, CA
Phone
(805) 378-1401
Mount Cross Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Mount Cross Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the well-organized, faith-based program and the caring, attentive staff. Parents report their children enjoy school and experience significant growth intellectually, emotionally, and socially. The director and teachers are frequently highlighted as dedicated and genuinely invested in each child's wellbeing.

Well-organized programfaith-based curriculumcreative teaching
Address
102 Camino Esplendido, Camarillo, CA
Phone
(805) 482-9706
Notre Dame Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1776 Hendrix Ave., Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 494-0304
Montessori Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Montessori Stars for its nurturing, well-structured Montessori program and dedicated, caring teachers who provide individualized attention to each child. Children show significant growth in confidence, social skills, academic performance, and readiness for kindergarten. The school is described as feeling like a family environment where children thrive both emotionally and academically.

Experienced and caring teachersindividualized attention to each childwell-structured curriculum with age-appropriate lessons
Address
2770 Borchard Rd., Newbury Park, CA
Phone
(201) 572-4416
Peace Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9145 Franklin Blvd., Elk Grove, CA
Phone
(916) 684-2836
Kids Country Careland
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
900 Olive Street, Wheatland, CA
Phone
(530) 633-9369
John Knox Co-Op Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7421 Amarillo Road, Dublin, CA
Phone
(925) 828-2887
Joy Preschool And Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7421 Amarillo Road, Dublin, CA
Phone
(925) 829-3233
Jumpstart Discoveries Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2001 Santa Clara Ave., Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 522-3194
Kidango-Decoto
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
600 G Street, Union City, CA
Phone
(510) 675-9262
Kidango-Delaine Eastin Child Dev. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
584 Brown Road, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 490-5570
Kidango - Amador
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
24100 Amador Street, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 897-6900
Kidango - Del Rey
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1510 Via Sonya, San Lorenzo, CA
Phone
(510) 276-3600
Kidango - Eden Youth Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
680 West Tennyson Rd, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 782-6084
Kidango - Searles Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
33629 15th Street, Union City, CA
Phone
(510) 475-8092
Kidango - Sharon Jones Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4700 Calaveras Avenue, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 494-9601
Kidango - Sunset
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
20450 Royal Ave, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 317-4400
Kidango - Washington Hospital Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2500 Mowry Avenue, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 608-3288
Kidango Esther Hobbs
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4455 Seneca Park Avenue, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 897-6962
La Plazita Preschool III
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

La Plazita Preschool III receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the Spanish immersion program, caring and creative teachers, and strong sense of community. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and well-prepared for kindergarten with fluent Spanish skills.

Spanish immersion curriculumfluent Spanish proficiency in childrencaring and nurturing teachers
Address
3616 - 3636 35th Ave., Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 857-7309
La Plazita Preschool IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

La Plazita Preschool IV receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the Spanish immersion program, caring and creative teachers, and strong sense of community. Parents report significant Spanish language development, excellent kindergarten preparation, and engaging themed curriculum and special events.

Spanish immersion programfluent Spanish developmentcaring and nurturing teachers
Address
3637 Magee Ave, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 402-8715
Learn And Play Montessori Maple INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Learn and Play Montessori Maple consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing Montessori-based environment. Children show strong development across academic, social, and emotional areas, with parents highlighting the school's safety, communication, and director Ms. Radhika's leadership. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend school daily, and develop confidence and independence.

Caring and patient teachersstrong teacher-child bondsMontessori + STEM curriculum
Address
37220 Maple St., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 713-2402
Learn And Play Montessori Peralta INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4511 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 870-2324
Little Beans Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2117 Acton Street, Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510) 649-1751
Little Elephant Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5782 Miles Avenue, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 597-1963
Little Hearts Learning Center (Dba Safari Kids)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Hearts Learning Center in Dublin receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing Montessori environment and caring staff. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, academic growth, and confidence development, with particular appreciation for the low teacher-to-child ratio, cleanliness, and strong parent communication.

Caring and attentive staffMontessori curriculumclean and well-organized facility
Address
4564 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA
Phone
(925) 215-8620

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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.