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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Extended Day Child Care Center INC. - Dougherty
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise Extended Day Child Care Center for its extended hours (7AM-6PM), convenient on-campus location, and exceptional staff who create a warm, nurturing environment. Children benefit from a balanced curriculum combining academics, enrichment activities, and play, with strong communication between staff and parents. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children genuinely enjoy attending and have developed socially and emotionally through the program.
Extended operating hourson-campus locationseamless school transitions
- Address
- 5301 Hibernia Drive, Dublin, CA
- Phone
- (925) 803-4154
Spring Hill Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 825 Middlefield Dr, Petaluma, CA
- Phone
- (707) 763-9222
El Santo Nino Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 601 E. 23rd St., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (213) 748-5246
St. Stanislaus Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1416 Maze Blvd, Modesto, CA
- Phone
- (209) 524-9036
Waterford U.S.D. Migrant Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 219 N Reinway Ave, Waterford, CA
- Phone
- (209) 874-1809
Campus Kids Connection Mountain
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3042 Old San Jose Road, Soquel, CA
- Phone
- (831) 475-3274
Campus Kids Connection Valencia Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 250 Aptos School Road, Aptos, CA
- Phone
- (831) 462-9822
City Of San Rafael/Vallecito School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 50 Nova Albion, San Rafael, CA
- Phone
- (415) 485-3103
Ckc Santa Cruz Gardens
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8005 Winkle Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
- Phone
- (831) 475-5925
Shoreline Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 22732 Portola Drive, Salinas, CA
- Phone
- (831) 484-5005
Siskiyou (Scoe) Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 Child'S Way, Yreka, CA
- Phone
- (530) 842-8409
Skyline Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11330 Campo Road, La Mesa, CA
- Phone
- (619) 415-5485
Smbsd - Sanchez State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 804 W. Liberty, Santa Maria, CA
- Phone
- (805) 361-4628
Associated Students Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- California State University, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 898-5865
Bald Rock Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 286 Rockerfeller Road, Berry Creek, CA
- Phone
- (530) 589-9729
Cedarwood Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6400 Columbine Road, Magalia, CA
- Phone
- (530) 873-2759
Chico Country Day Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 102 W. 11th St., Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 895-2650
Chico Montessori Children'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 814 Glenn Street, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 342-5518
Chico Oaks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1859 Hooker Oak Avenue, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 342-4813
Child Development Laboratory
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- Modoc Hall, Rm. 131, Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 898-5865
E Center Hs Pgms - Gridley Washington St. Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 295 Washington St., Gridley, CA
- Phone
- (530) 846-3123
E Center Hs Pgms - Moss Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 746 Moss Ave., Chico, CA
- Phone
- (530) 894-1517
Alpine Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 100 Foothill Road, Markleeville, CA
- Phone
- (530) 694-2210
Bidwell State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1052 Dumosa Dr., Red Bluff, CA
- Phone
- (530) 529-5867
Sacred Heart Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2285 Monroe Avenue, Red Bluff, CA
- Phone
- (530) 527-8313
Douglas Street State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1290 Garden Avenue, Red Bluff, CA
- Phone
- (530) 528-7319
E Center Hs Pgms - Richfield Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6275 Olive Road, #3 & #4, Corning, CA
- Phone
- (530) 824-1462
Building Blocks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1920 Park Ave., Red Bluff, CA
- Phone
- (530) 209-3978
Evergreen State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 19415 Hooker Creek Road, Cottonwood, CA
- Phone
- (530) 347-3411
Gerber Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 23014 Chard Avenue, Gerber, CA
- Phone
- (530) 385-1537
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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.