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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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Wccusd - Bayview
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3001 16th Street, Room M4, San Pablo, CA
Phone
(510) 231-1401
Wccusd - Coronado State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2100 Maine Ave., Rm. K102, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 307-4585
Wccusd - Downer Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1231 18th Street, Room 126, San Pablo, CA
Phone
(510) 231-1435
Wccusd - Martin Luther King State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4022 Florida Ave, Rm 114, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 307-4585
Wccusd - Nystrom
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
230 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 237-3804
Wccusd - Peres
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
719 Fifth Street, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 233-5975
Wccusd Marie Murphy State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4350 Valley View Road, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 223-2781
We 'R' Family Christian C.C. Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1004 Utah Street, Fairfield, CA
Phone
(707) 428-1838
Ymca Of The East Bay - Eden Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
951 Palisade Street, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 247-8289
Ymca Of The East Bay - Giant Road Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
919 Lake Street, San Pablo, CA
Phone
(510) 235-1840
Webster State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4801 Elm Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 362-3000
Ymca Of The East Bay - Richmond Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
485 Lucas Avenue, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 412-5640
Ywca Of Contra Costa - Mary Rocha
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
931 Cavallo Road, Antioch, CA
Phone
(925) 778-6234
Torrance Loves Children (Tlc)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3330 Lomita Bl 4th Floor, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 325-9110
Footsteps@Nesbit Puma Cubs-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 Biddulph Way, Belmont, CA
Phone
(650) 592-0522
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Antioch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the warm, dedicated staff and clean facility. However, two parents reported serious concerns including aggressive teacher behavior, lack of communication about injuries, and emotional distress to their children.

Warm and caring director (Selene Acosta)patient and kind teachersclean facility
Address
2300 Mahogany Way, Antioch, CA
Phone
(925) 778-8888
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise La Petite Academy Antioch for its professional, caring staff, clean facility, and positive impact on child development. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Jamie's leadership, individual teachers' dedication, and the welcoming environment that helps children feel comfortable and engaged in learning.

Professional and caring staffclean facilitychild development and growth
Address
1350 East Tregallas Rd, Antioch, CA
Phone
(925) 779-0110
La Petite Academy Infant Center/East J
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise LA PETITE ACADEMY INFANT CENTER/EAST J for caring, attentive staff who build strong bonds with children and help them meet developmental milestones. Leadership, particularly directors Tara and Pennie, receive high marks for responsiveness and creating a welcoming environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting children's enthusiasm for school and parents' peace of mind.

Attentive and loving teachersstrong staff-child relationshipsdevelopmental milestone achievement
Address
798 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA
Phone
(619) 421-0966
La Petite Academy INC. - Infants
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Bonita receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and enriching learning environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through video feeds, photos, and in-app updates, as well as flexible hours and individualized attention for each child. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings.

Caring and dedicated teacherssafe environmentenriching curriculum
Address
795 Corral Canyon Road, Bonita, CA
Phone
(619) 421-5238
Los Angeles Southwest College Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1600 W. Imperial Highway, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 241-5357
Kindercare Learning Center #1335
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #1335 in Alameda receives mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, caring teachers, learning activities, and communication via their app. However, two negative reviews report concerning incidents including inappropriate staff behavior toward toddlers and poor customer service during a facility tour.

Caring and attentive staffprofessional teachersnurturing learning environment
Address
2155 North Loop Rd, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 521-3227
Spirit Early Intervention Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1412 West Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 228-3060
St. Vincent De Paul Village Infant Program
Child Daycare & Preschools

No reviews about the infant daycare program were found. The reviews provided are for St. Vincent de Paul Village's homeless services and shelter, not the daycare center.

Not applicable - reviews are for shelter and social servicesnot daycare
Address
1501 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 645-6718
Ymca Of The East Bay - 8th Street Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
445 8th Street Cdc, Richmond, CA
Phone
(510) 848-9092
Ymca Of The East Bay Y-Kids Infant/Toddler Eden It
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
951 Palisade, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 247-8289
Aim-High Child Care - Krey
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
190 Crawford Drive, Brentwood, CA
Phone
(925) 516-1760
Prestige Preschool Academy-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7150 Rancho Santa Fe Road, Carlsbad, CA
Phone
(760) 957-1170
Aim-High Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

AIM-HIGH CHILD CARE CENTER receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the friendly, caring staff and safe environment. However, recent negative reviews cite management changes, strict payment policies that have resulted in children not being picked up, and concerns about leadership decisions.

friendly and awesome staffattentive and caringsafe environment
Address
200 Griffith Lane, Brentwood, CA
Phone
(925) 513-9326
Aim-High Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
480 Farmington Dr, Brentwood, CA
Phone
(925) 513-6439
Aim-High Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1755 Central Blvd., Brentwood, CA
Phone
(925) 516-9006

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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.