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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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Capistrano Beach Cities Ymca-Las Palmas
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1101 Calle Puente, San Clemente, CA
Phone
(949) 492-7482
Discovery Club -Skyridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
800 Perkins Wy, Auburn, CA
Phone
(530) 885-3205
Cccds - Patterson Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
456 Eureka St, Patterson, CA
Phone
(209) 892-8130
Cccds John O Banion Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 Lesher Drive, Suite G, Merced, CA
Phone
(209) 726-3154
Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center Sv
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time for its warm, nurturing environment and attentive staff led by director Heather. Children show significant developmental growth in confidence, social skills, and academics while feeling safe and loved. Multiple long-term families report the center feels like a second home and express deep emotional connections to the staff.

Caring and patient staffdirector Heather's leadership and personal attentionclean facility
Address
1080 Country Clud Drive West, Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 582-0562
Robla Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Robla Preschool receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the genuine care and dedication of staff. Parents appreciate the close collaboration between teachers and families, and report that children are well-prepared for kindergarten. One parent had a negative experience with a teacher assignment request that was not accommodated.

Caring and genuine staffteacher dedicationkindergarten readiness preparation
Address
4351 Pinell Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 927-0136
Sydney M. Irmas Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise this free community play center for its well-maintained facilities, diverse age-appropriate activities, and friendly volunteer staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the variety of play areas, learning opportunities, and enrichment programs available at no cost. One reviewer noted recurring illness after visits and suggested stronger sick-child policies.

Free resourceclean and well-organizedvariety of toys and activities for ages 0-6
Address
7446 Alabama Street, Canoga Park, CA
Phone
(818) 348-2867
St. Peter'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The available reviews do not assess St. Peter's Preschool as a daycare facility. Reviews instead focus on the affiliated Lutheran church, praising its pastor, welcoming community, and architecture. No substantive information about the preschool's educational services, staff, or child care quality is provided.

Friendly and welcoming communityWelcoming pastorBeautiful church building
Address
2400 Oxford Way, Lodi, CA
Phone
(209) 333-2225
Burlington Nursery School And Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
242 No. Burlington Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 483-0928
Laughter Educare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Laughter Educare is a highly-rated bilingual Montessori preschool in Fremont where parents report their children thrive developmentally and socially. Director Lily and the teaching staff are praised for individualized attention, professional guidance to parents, and creating a warm, supportive environment. The center is noted for on-site meals, low student-teacher ratios, bilingual education, and active parent community involvement.

Bilingual Chinese-English programlow student-teacher ratioson-site healthy/organic meals
Address
47000 Warm Springs Blvd. Ste.8, Fremont, CA
Phone
(408) 896-6042
Good Shepherd Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Good Shepherd Pre-School in Torrance receives universal praise from parents across multiple years. Parents highlight caring, experienced teachers, a nurturing play-based learning environment, strong leadership under Mrs. Marshall, and a supportive parent community with regular family events.

Caring and skilled teachersdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumbeautiful campus with excellent playground
Address
21100 Victor St, Torrance, CA
Phone
(310) 562-9829
Dayspring Christian Learning Center - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Children's Choice (formerly Dayspring Christian Learning Center) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and a nurturing environment where children thrive. The facility features enriching activities, a well-maintained garden with animals, renovated classrooms, and strong parent communication through daily updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name, noting their warmth, patience, and genuine investment in child development.

Caring and compassionate staffclean facilitynutritious and delicious meals
Address
1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
Phone
(619) 442-2895
Noah'S Ark Christian School And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Noah's Ark Christian School and Day Care in American Canyon receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight excellent teachers, a nurturing Christian-based learning environment, and strong educational preparation. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with some having attended themselves as children.

Caring and skilled teachersChristian values-based educationsmall class sizes with one-on-one attention
Address
2 Andrew Road, American Canyon, CA
Phone
(707) 644-6465
Christ The King Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Christ the King Lutheran Preschool in Redlands receives consistently high praise from parents who value its Christian education, caring staff, and welcoming community. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and enjoying the school's curriculum including Bible stories and chapel activities. The facility is described as clean, organized, and professionally managed.

Christian-based curriculumcaring and friendly staffdirector Chris is responsive and welcoming
Address
1505 South Ford Street, Redlands, CA
Phone
(909) 793-8722
A Joyful Noise Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

A Joyful Noise Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Parents appreciate the daily photo updates, religious/biblical education, healthy meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and emotionally since enrolling.

caring and dedicated staffhome-like environmentdaily photo updates with timestamps
Address
26555 Gading Road, Hayward, CA
Phone
(510) 782-8593
Twin Tigers Academy Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Twin Tigers Academy is a martial arts school, not a daycare center. Parents consistently praise the instructors for creating a supportive, structured environment that builds children's confidence, discipline, and self-defense skills. Reviewers highlight strong instruction, community atmosphere, and positive impact on students' focus and behavior both in and out of class.

Patient and encouraging instructorswell-structured classesbuilds confidence and discipline
Address
700 Harvest Park, Ste M, Brentwood, CA
Phone
(925) 513-7591
Empire Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Empire Montessori Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori approach, bilingual Mandarin-English immersion program, and caring staff. Parents highlight significant developmental gains in their children across academic, social, and emotional domains, along with well-organized activities, secure facilities, and responsive leadership.

Bilingual/Mandarin immersion programcaring and patient teachersstrong academic and social-emotional development
Address
3765 Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 979-1696
First Covenant Treehouse Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

First Covenant Treehouse Preschool receives unanimous 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and strong academic curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, emphasis on both learning and play, and positive social-emotional development their children experienced during their time at the school.

Caring and experienced teachersstrong teacher-student ratiosexcellent academic
Address
4000 Redwood Road, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 531-0320
Carlsbad Country Day School-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Carlsbad Country Day School receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the quality and dedication of teachers, especially Ms. Jenny Wheeler. Parents highlight the safe, clean, nurturing environment, quality meals, good communication, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple families report that their children love attending and form lasting friendships.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe environmentclean facility with good natural light
Address
5150 Hemingway Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Phone
(760) 804-0550
Trinity Lutheran Preschool & Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Trinity Lutheran Preschool & Day Nursery is a small, community-based church facility that parents describe as welcoming, kind, and caring. Families appreciate the warm atmosphere, good music, and food offerings. Parents report positive experiences with the preschool program and graduation ceremonies.

welcoming environmentkind and caring staffwarm community
Address
11609 S. Studebaker Road, Norwalk, CA
Phone
(562) 864-2319
Kids Kare Willow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Kids Kare Willow receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, nurturing staff, strong parent communication, and safe learning environment. Multiple families have returned for additional children or sent their own kids after attending as children themselves.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationchild safety prioritized
Address
3067 Willow Ave, Clovis, CA
Phone
(559) 275-1169
Knowledge Beginnings - Santa Clara (Sa)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Knowledge Beginnings in Roseville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5 out of 5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and compassionate staff, child development outcomes, and the center's willingness to go above and beyond to support families. The facility is highlighted for its cleanliness, communication, activities, and on-site meals.

caring and passionate staffstrong child development and milestone achievem
Address
1741 Santa Clara Drive, Roseville, CA
Phone
(916) 784-3331
Al-Rribat Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

AL-RRIBAT Academy appears to be an Islamic center (masjid) rather than a daycare facility. Reviews praise it as a welcoming community space with clean facilities, active programming including classes and events, and knowledgeable religious leadership. Parents describe feeling a strong sense of belonging and community support.

Clean facilitieswelcoming and friendly communityactive programming (classes
Address
7183-A Saranac Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 589-6200
Busy Bodies Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Busy Bodies Playhouse is a highly-rated play center where parents report their children are happy, engaged, and eager to return. The facility offers extensive play equipment, activities, and amenities in a clean environment with friendly staff.

Extensive play equipment and activities (bouncy housetrampolinearts and crafts)
Address
2070 Peabody Rd., Suite 710, Vacaville, CA
Phone
(707) 685-9945
Congregational Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Congregational Christian Preschool for its excellent teachers, clean environment, and trustworthy care. Reviewers appreciate the school's spiritual foundation and welcoming community atmosphere. Overall, families express high satisfaction with the facility and staff.

Excellent teachersclean environmenttrustworthy care
Address
230 Sacramento Street, Rio Vista, CA
Phone
(707) 374-3280
Children'S Choice
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Children's Choice for its warm, safe, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. The staff, led by director Ms. Vanessa, is highlighted as exceptional, compassionate, and dedicated to each child's individual growth and happiness. Multiple parents report their children look forward to attending daily and have developed genuine love of learning.

Warm and safe environmentengaging activitiesexceptional an
Address
8824 Cottonwood Ave, Santee, CA
Phone
(619) 457-0381
Dayspring Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Children's Choice (formerly Dayspring Christian Learning Center) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and educational activities. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name for their warmth, patience, and genuine love for the children. The facility features hands-on learning opportunities, good communication with parents, and a welcoming environment where children are eager to attend.

Compassionate and caring staffclean fac
Address
1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA
Phone
(619) 442-2895
Tiny Treasures-School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Tiny Treasures receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise owners Simin and Kazem for providing exceptional, family-like care in a clean and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the educational focus, creative activities, nutritious home-cooked meals, and strong developmental progress their children make. Multiple parents report their children transitioned easily to daycare and genuinely enjoy attending.

Caring and experienced caregiversactive educational instructioncreative and varied activities
Address
11815 Long Beach Blvd, Lynwood, CA
Phone
(424) 296-5650
Christ The King Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Christ the King Lutheran Preschool for its welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere, with strong emphasis on community, faith-based education, and caring staff. Families appreciate feeling accepted and supported while their children learn about God in a safe environment. The church community is described as inclusive and non-judgmental.

Welcoming environmentfaith-based learningcaring staff
Address
3947 West Kimber Drive, Newbury Park, CA
Phone
(805) 499-7022
Abc Magic Moments Preschool - Irvington
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

ABC Magic Moments receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the director Miss Maroof's dedication, the balanced curriculum combining academics with arts and movement, and the warm, nurturing environment where children thrive both academically and socially.

Dedicated director and caring teachersbalanced curriculum with academics and creative learningemphasis on discipline and cleanliness
Address
4600 Carol Ave., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 585-5965

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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.