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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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Srvsacca - Kids Country-Greenbrook
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1531 St. Helena Drive, Danville, CA
Phone
(925) 831-8591
Srvsacca - Kids Country-Montair Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
300 Quinterra Lane, Danville, CA
Phone
(925) 743-9108
Srvsacca - Kids Country-Vista Grande
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
667 Diablo Road, Danville, CA
Phone
(925) 837-0330
Sunshine Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8209 Park Street, Rosemead, CA
Phone
(626) 573-8485
Sunshine House - Loma Vista Kid Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Sunshine House Loma Vista Kid Zone for its caring, attentive staff and engaging, well-rounded curriculum. Children are reported to be happy, learning academic skills, and participating in diverse activities including science experiments, arts and crafts, homework help, and outdoor play. The center creates a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe and supported.

Caring and patient staffengaging curriculum with science and art activitieshomework help
Address
2110 San Jose Avenue, Brentwood, CA
Phone
(925) 513-1113
Ymca Childcare- Strandwood
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
416 Gladys Dr, Pleasant Hill, CA
Phone
(925) 687-1004
Rainbow Rising-Bonita Canyon
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1 Sundance Road, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 509-6736
Rainbow Rising-Northwood
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
28 Carson Street, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 651-0224
Rainbow Rising - Eastwood
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
99 Meander, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 502-6533
Ephesian Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1907 Harmon Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510) 653-2984
Fusd - Alvirda Hyman Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4700 Calaveras Avenue, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 797-0128
St. Columba Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3365 Glencolum Drive, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 279-0161
Fuzzy Caterpillar
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1510-1504a Encinal Avenue, Alameda, CA
Phone
(510) 769-1724
Gateway Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12818 E. End Avenue, Chino, CA
Phone
(909) 465-6111
Del Paso Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
155 Morey Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 566-3485
Trinity Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Trinity Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, caring environment and well-rounded curriculum that balances learning with play. Parents highlight the dedicated teaching staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and excellent facilities including outdoor spaces. The center is also noted for its flexibility, community atmosphere, and additional offerings like summer camp and extracurricular classes.

Warm and caring environmentclean and organizedexcellent outdoor play area
Address
333 Woodland Ave, San Rafael, CA
Phone
(415) 453-4526
William R. Anton Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
831 North Bonnie Beach Place, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 981-3670
Wind In The Willows
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2900 Harris Street, Eureka, CA
Phone
(707) 444-9623
Garden Day School - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3815 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
Phone
(760) 967-7000
Steps To Learning Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Steps to Learning Preschool in Goleta receives consistently high praise from parents for providing excellent care, structured learning, and developmental support across infant, toddler, and preschool age groups. Parents highlight the nurturing atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and engaged management under owner Ruwini Goonewardina. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while enjoying field trips, activities, and a flexible schedule.

Exceptional and well-trained staffCPR certifiedstrong developmental outcomes across cognitive/social/emotional/physical domains
Address
6901 Phelps Rd., Goleta, CA
Phone
(805) 968-4888
Garden Gate Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10500 Ann Arbor Avenue, Cupertino, CA
Phone
(408) 725-0269
Hoover Kids' Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
445 East Charleston Road, Palo Alto, CA
Phone
(650) 565-8847
Soma Daycare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

SOMA Daycare & Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as an exceptional learning environment with caring, dedicated staff. Parents highlight the small size, individualized attention, creative curriculum, and smooth transitions for young children. Multiple families describe it as a nurturing community where children thrive socially, emotionally, and intellectually.

Dedicated and well-trained teacherssmall class sizes with low teacher-to-student ratiosindividualized attention
Address
1112 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 418-4834
Town And Country Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Phone
(310) 375-2829
Washington Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2600 Ripley Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA
Phone
(310) 379-9511
World Of Discovery Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
13200 Shadow Mountain Drive, Saratoga, CA
Phone
(408) 867-4683
Art Beast Academy Of Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4390 47th Avenue, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 743-1779
Bel Air Presbyterian Preschool-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16221 Mulholland Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(818) 990-6071
Glory Children'S Learning Ctr INC (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Creative Corner Preschool (note: reviews mention Creative Corner, not Glory Children's Learning Ctr) for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff who provide personalized care and attention. The facility prioritizes child safety, developmental support, and community building, with parents reporting their children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. All five reviews award 5-star ratings, highlighting strong parent-teacher relationships and reliable daily communication.

Attentive and caring staff by namedaily updates via ProCare appaccommodation of dietary restrictions
Address
2641 Cooper Way, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 515-8446
Light Of Christ Children'S Center - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
341 S. Kalmia Avenue, Escondido, CA
Phone
(760) 745-6849

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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.