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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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Cordova Community Pre-School Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2451 Zinfandel Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA
Phone
(916) 635-5086
Study Circle
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
310 E. Alameda, Burbank, CA
Phone
(818) 842-1166
Discovery Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10063 Highway Road, Truckee, CA
Phone
(530) 587-6966
Fbc-In His Care Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11605 Deerfield Drive, Truckee, CA
Phone
(530) 550-9077
A Child'S Place Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1941 Church Street, Costa Mesa, CA
Phone
(949) 646-4318
2nd Generation Cabot (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
342 Allerton Ave, South San Francisco, CA
Phone
(650) 225-3666
Blessed Sacrament Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents unanimously praise Blessed Sacrament Children's Learning Center as a family-oriented, nurturing preschool with excellent staff retention and individualized attention. The school emphasizes experiential learning through play, art, and music while maintaining a welcoming, inclusive environment regardless of religious affiliation. Children reportedly thrive socially and academically while developing confidence and a love of learning.

Long-tenuredcaring staffsmall class sizes with individualized attention
Address
1314 N. Angelina Dr., Placentia, CA
Phone
(714) 528-3070
Buena Park Lovely Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8771 Valley View St., Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 821-4325
Bumble Bee Preschool Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Bumble Bee Preschool Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, age-appropriate instruction, included meals, and special programs that prepare children for kindergarten.

Patient and caring staffclean and well-maintained facilityexcellent parent communication
Address
2555 Santiago Street, Santa Ana, CA
Phone
(714) 855-6998
Blanton Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
315 E 18th St, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 852-5648
Calvary Chapel Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3800 South Fairview Road, Santa Ana, CA
Phone
(714) 662-7485
City Of La Habra Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 S. Euclid, La Habra, CA
Phone
(562) 383-4263
Colleen'S Cuddle Bugs Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Colleen's Cuddle Bugs receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming environment and highly attentive staff. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and academically, remain happy at drop-off, and form lasting memories with Ms. Colleen and her team. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, strong communication, and family-oriented approach.

caring and loving staffclean and organized facilitystrong communication with parents
Address
2100 East Lambert Road, La Habra, CA
Phone
(562) 266-1300
Community Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
32202 Del Obispo, San Juan Capistrano, CA
Phone
(949) 493-9141
Country Village Preschool R.S.M.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
21931 Avenida De Las Fundadore, Rancho Sta Margaita, CA
Phone
(949) 858-0999
Edgewood Pre-Primary Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1091 Bryan Ave., Tustin, CA
Phone
(714) 547-4755
Geneva Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
24301 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, CA
Phone
(949) 581-2200
Abundant Life Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3120 Snyder Avenue, Modesto, CA
Phone
(209) 545-0787
Creative Kids - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
883 South Walton Avenue, Yuba City, CA
Phone
(530) 751-0678
E Center Hs Pgms - Feather Down
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1266 Stabler Lane, Yuba City, CA
Phone
(530) 645-5164
Little Orchard Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5895 Brace Road, Loomis, CA
Phone
(916) 652-4973
Novato Youth Center - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
680 Wilson Avenue, Novato, CA
Phone
(415) 892-1643
Hilltop Christian School-Age & Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
717 E. Grand Avenue, El Segundo, CA
Phone
(310) 322-5757
Mccaa Le Grand Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4140 Cook St., Le Grand, CA
Phone
(209) 389-4117
Bridges To Kinder Parent And E.C.E. Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Bridges to Kinder as an exceptional preschool program with highly dedicated teachers who create an inclusive, joyful learning environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and develop strong social-emotional skills and school readiness. The program's integration of positive discipline, parent education classes, and access to Westlake Elementary resources (library, life lab, buddy classes) receive particular appreciation.

Caring and passionate teachersinclusive classroom environmentstrong school readiness preparation
Address
1000 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Phone
(831) 429-3878
Buena Vista Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
113 Tierra Alta Dr., #201 & #203, Watsonville, CA
Phone
(831) 728-6428
Madrone Montessori School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Madrone Montessori School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the Montessori approach, caring staff, and emphasis on independence and self-reliance. Parents report their children develop confidence, problem-solving skills, and a love of learning through hands-on activities and community involvement. The school creates a warm, welcoming environment where children are encouraged to express themselves while learning structure and kindness.

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Address
5001 Windplay Drive, #1, El Dorado Hills, CA
Phone
(530) 676-4110
Renu Hope Foundation
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1675 N. Perris Blvd., #H, Perris, CA
Phone
(951) 657-1395
Happy Days Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3205 Stanley Blvd, Lafayette, CA
Phone
(925) 932-8088
Family Network Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1225 Brommer St, Santa Cruz, CA
Phone
(831) 462-2535

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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.