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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Palomar Family Ymca - Miller Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1975 Miller Ave., Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 443-6544
Palomar Family Ymca - North Broadway
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2301 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA
- Phone
- (760) 739-1278
Say-Kumeyaay Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6474 Antiqua Blvd., San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 627-9412
Say-Miramar Ranch Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10770 Red Cedar Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 271-0470
Say-Tierrasanta Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5450 La Cuenta, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 380-8807
Say - Dingeman Extended Day Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11838 Scripps Creek Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 565-4148
Soquel Ckc INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2700 Porter Street, Soquel, CA
- Phone
- (831) 475-2302
So. Bay Fam. Ymca - Clear View Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 455 Windrose Way, Chula Vista, CA
- Phone
- (619) 498-3000
Tremont School Age Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 355 Pheasant Run Drive, Dixon, CA
- Phone
- (707) 678-1963
Las Posas Children'S Center @ Blanche Reynolds
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 450 Valmore, Ventura, CA
- Phone
- (805) 650-3375
Las Posas Children'S Center @ Serra Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8880 Halifax Street, Ventura, CA
- Phone
- (805) 659-4115
Pfs - Early Learning Cdc (Ps)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 24 Second Avenue, San Mateo, CA
- Phone
- (650) 403-4300
Crystal Stairs-Dollarhide
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1108 N. Oleander Ave., Compton, CA
- Phone
- (310) 933-0700
Westside Student Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1594 W. Willow St, Long Beach, CA
- Phone
- (562) 481-5973
Children'S Center At Caltech
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1200 E. California Blvd, Pasadeena, CA
- Phone
- (626) 395-6860
Alexa'S Playc
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3685 Kearny Villa Road, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 966-8555
Ymca Glb Lindstrom Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
One parent describes the facility as clean with a nice gym, though they note that lap swimming hours are inconvenient for working members. Another review simply highlights that the staff are good employees.
Clean facilitynice gymgood employees
- Address
- 5900 Canehill Avenue, Lakewood, CA
- Phone
- (562) 916-5814
Arroyo Grande United Methodist Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 275 N. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA
- Phone
- (805) 481-2223
Adventure Time - Maloney
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 38700 Logan Drive, Fremont, CA
- Phone
- (510) 797-5373
Davis Street Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1190 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA
- Phone
- (510) 635-5437
Corona Academy Campus/Ca. Childrens Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13036 Sherman Way, North Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (818) 764-4054
Parlier Migrant Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8800 S. Academy, Parlier, CA
- Phone
- (559) 646-2735
Fruitful Steps Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8055 Reseda Blvd, Reseda, CA
- Phone
- (818) 885-8207
Barfield/Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2181 North San Antonio Ave., Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4578
Cdr - Oak View Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 555 Mahoney St., Oak View, CA
- Phone
- (805) 485-7878
Del Rey Oaks Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 841 Rosita Road, Del Rey Oaks, CA
- Phone
- (831) 747-2019
Resurrection Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1111 5th Avenue, Coronado, CA
- Phone
- (619) 435-0286
Little Ensos
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 651 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
- Phone
- (805) 545-7836
Harbor Hills Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1874 Palos Verdes Drive North, Lomita, CA
- Phone
- (310) 833-6721
Google Children'S Center: The Fields
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1605 San Luis Avenue, Mountain View, CA
- Phone
- (650) 214-9408
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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.