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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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Dana Point Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Dana Point Montessori receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff, clean facility, and Montessori-based learning environment. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate measurable learning and behavioral growth, and parents report feeling their children are safe and well-supported.

Caring and attentive teachersclean and spacious facilitystrong communication with parents
Address
33501 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point, CA
Phone
(949) 443-4213
Dong Shin Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
2505 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Fullerton, CA
Phone
(657) 378-9653
Redlands Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Redlands Day Nursery for its caring and attentive staff who know children by name and create an enthusiastic learning environment. Children attend happily and feel safe, with staff maintaining strong communication with families about daily activities. The facility offers a pleasant outdoor environment with plants and trees.

Caring and knowledgeable staffexcellent teacher-child relationshipsstrong communication with parents
Address
1041 East Brockton Avenue, Redlands, CA
Phone
(909) 792-2463
Playing To Learn Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Playing to Learn Childcare (also referred to as Sunshine House) in Benicia receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight exceptional staff who are warm, caring, and communicative, along with a clean, recently updated facility that supports child development and engagement.

Caring and patient staffresponsive and communicative administrationclean and recently remodeled facility
Address
1305 West Second Street, Benicia, CA
Phone
(707) 816-6725
Jump Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

JUMP Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, engaged staff and clean facility. Parents highlight the Christ-centered curriculum, daily communication through photos and updates, and children's academic preparation for kindergarten. Multiple parents report their children formed strong bonds with teachers and enjoyed various activities and learning centers.

Loving and welcoming staffclean facilityChrist-centered curriculum
Address
3327 Kenora Drive, Spring Valley, CA
Phone
(619) 303-1541
Kids On The Go
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Kids On The Go receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the exceptional, compassionate staff and quality care their children receive. Parents particularly commend the nurturing environment, developmental support, and staff's willingness to go above and beyond—even after children leave the center. The facility is noted for balancing physical activity, creative learning, and independence-building.

Caring and professional staffsupportive of child de
Address
2015 Birch Road, Unit 1703, Chula Vista, CA
Phone
(619) 407-7756
La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten for its nurturing, child-focused environment with highly dedicated teachers who foster both academic and social-emotional development. Children are reported to be happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and eager to attend school daily. The school emphasizes learning through play while delivering enriched curriculum and strong individual attention.

Caring and nurturing teacherssmall class sizeschild-focused approach
Address
2276 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, CA
Phone
(760) 436-2797
Little Lamb Land Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Lamb Land Christian Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and qualified staff, strong curriculum that prepares children academically, and the school's nurturing Christian environment that provides peace of mind.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculumChristian/spiritual education
Address
4168 Market Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 527-4311
The Merry-Go-Around
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Merry-Go-Around receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the dedicated staff, welcoming environment, and quality curriculum. Parents highlight the center's safety measures, transparency, and positive impact on their children's development and learning. The facility is NAEYC accredited and offers nutritious meals, parent engagement events, and individualized attention.

Caring and dedicated staffNAEYC accreditedstrong curriculum
Address
9175 Kearny Villa Road, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 536-1008
My Room To Grow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

My Room to Grow Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's transparency, quality education, social-emotional development support, and smooth kindergarten transitions. The director and teachers are described as loving, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's growth.

Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentstro
Address
13613 Cynthia Lane, Poway, CA
Phone
(858) 748-8012
Normal Heights Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Normal Heights United Methodist Church, not a daycare center. The Google listing appears to be miscategorized. Reviews consistently praise the church as an inclusive, welcoming community with progressive values and strong community involvement.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentaffirming of LGBTQ+ individualsengaging pastoral leadership
Address
4650 Mansfield Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 284-9325
Pacific Beach Presbyterian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

These reviews appear to be for the church itself rather than the preschool program. Reviews praise the welcoming community, pastor, worship services, and community involvement. No specific feedback about the daycare program was provided.

Welcoming communityenergetic pastorquality worship services
Address
1675 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 273-1320
Little Acorn Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Little Acorn Montessori Academy for its warm, nurturing Montessori-inspired approach and caring staff who foster children's academic and emotional growth. Families highlight the clean, well-organized environment, excellent communication through the ProCare app, on-site hot lunch program, and flexible hours (7am-6pm) as significant advantages.

Montessori-inspired curriculumcaring and dedicated staffwarm and nurturing environment
Address
1957 W. Huntington Dr., Alhambra, CA
Phone
(626) 289-2873
Lyric Pre-School & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise its warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the staff's genuine care, stability, and skill in supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development across age-appropriate classrooms (Teddy Bears for ages 2-3 and Sunshine for ages 4-5).

Diverse and inclusive environmentwarm and caring stafflow teacher turnover
Address
2328 Hyperion Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 667-2275
Mar Vista Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
5070 Slauson Avenue, Culver City, CA
Phone
(310) 390-9607
Miraleste Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Miraleste Early Learning Center for its dedicated, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The school effectively prepares students for kindergarten and is known for its tight-knit community feel. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress, particularly in potty training and school readiness.

Caring and dedicated teacherswarm and welcoming communitystrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
6245 Via Canada, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Phone
(310) 732-0922
John Tracy Clinic
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise John Tracy Clinic for exceptional staff professionalism, patience with children, and comprehensive audiological services. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with minimal wait times and thorough post-appointment communication. Multiple reviewers highlight the clinic's specialized approach to serving deaf and hard-of-hearing children and families.

Friendly and patient staffclean and beautiful facilityquick appointment times
Address
806 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 748-5481
Kaiser Permanente Watts Counseling & Learning Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Kaiser Permanente Watts Counseling & Learning Center for its excellent facilities, friendly staff, and safe environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the modern design, cleanliness, and security measures across the multi-floor location. Several families have maintained multi-generational enrollment, indicating long-term satisfaction with the program's quality and child development outcomes.

Modern and contemporary facility designexcellent facilitiesfriendly and caring staff
Address
1465 East 103rd St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 564-7911
La Canada Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

La Cañada Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, well-trained staff, play-based Montessori-style curriculum, mixed-age groupings, and flexible scheduling as key strengths. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited to attend.

Warm and nurturing teacherswell-trained staffexcellent teacher-to-student ratio
Address
4460 Oakwood Ave., La Canada, CA
Phone
(818) 790-2764
The Scandinavian School In San Francisco
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Scandinavian School in San Francisco offers online and in-person language classes for adults in Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish. Reviewers praise the qualified native-speaking instructors, effective teaching methods, affordable pricing, and strong community building through classes and cultural events. All reviews are 4-5 stars with consistently positive feedback about language progress and student engagement.

Qualified native-speaking instructorseffective grammar instructionaffordable pricing
Address
20 Woodside Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 665-3276
Nati Fuentes Centro De Ninos
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise NATI FUENTES CENTRO DE NINOS for its caring, supportive staff who go above and beyond in nurturing children academically, emotionally, and socially. Reviewers highlight the secure environment, quality education, and strong teacher-family relationships that provide peace of mind. Multiple parents express gratitude for the center's role in preparing children for kindergarten and supporting families during challenging times.

caring and supportive teachersacademic preparation for kindergartenemotional and social skills development
Address
2010 Martin Luther King Blvd, Riverside, CA
Phone
(951) 683-8935
Progressive Play Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Progressive Play Preschool receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, patient staff, strong parent communication, and engaging curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, show significant developmental progress, and benefit from special activities and events. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and affordably priced.

Loving and patient staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationchild development and l
Address
16315 Bear Valley, Hesperia, CA
Phone
(760) 956-4960
Hands On Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Hands On Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, safe environment and dedicated teachers who foster children's growth in academics, social skills, and confidence. Parents consistently highlight the warmth and genuine care of the staff, particularly noting improvements in their children's independence, communication, and learning outcomes.

Warmpatientand caring teachers
Address
637 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 946-5622
Laurelwood Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Laurelwood Preschool is a highly-rated parent participation co-op preschool in Santa Clara with perfect 5/5 star reviews. Parents consistently praise the qualified teachers, affordable pricing, engaging curriculum with arts and crafts, and reasonable volunteer requirements (1-2 days per month). Multiple families report their children thrived academically and socially, with positive long-term outcomes in elementary school.

Affordable pricingqualified and warm teachersparent participation model with manageable volunteer hours (1-2 days per month)
Address
955 Teal Drive, Santa Clara, CA
Phone
(408) 440-7821
Nelly'S Childcare And Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Nelly's Childcare and Pre-School is a family-owned Spanish immersion center in Campbell with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, strong bilingual education outcomes, safe facility, nutritious homemade meals, and tight-knit community atmosphere.

Caring and attentive teachersSpanish immersion programzero licensing citations
Address
202-B Railway Avenue, Campbell, CA
Phone
(408) 364-1300
Precious Moments Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Precious Moments Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine warmth, well-structured yet flexible curriculum, quality organic meals, and strong parent communication through webcams and updates. Children reportedly transition smoothly, form bonds with peers, and show notable development in independence and academics.

Caring and attentive staffchild-led cur
Address
330 South Monroe Street, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 931-6218
Ner Tamid Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Ner Tamid Pre-School as a welcoming and well-organized Hebrew school and synagogue community. Reviews highlight the spiritual foundation, strong sense of belonging, and quality programming for children of all ages. The facility is noted for its friendly staff and inclusive atmosphere.

welcoming communitywell-organized Hebrew school programspiritual foundation
Address
5721 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Phone
(310) 544-7725
Montessori Woodland Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Montessori Woodland Hills for its caring staff, clean facilities, and engaging curriculum. The center serves infants through pre-K with extended hours (6:30am-6pm), affordable pricing, and a quality lunch program. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show positive development.

Loving and attentive teachersclean environmentlarge classrooms
Address
6104 Fallbrook Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA
Phone
(818) 340-4404
Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Montessori Academy in Glendale receives outstanding reviews with parents praising the hands-on leadership of owner Ms. Angela, highly attentive staff, and strong educational preparation for elementary school. Parents consistently report children are well-cared-for, happy, and experience significant developmental progress in a safe, nurturing Montessori environment.

Hands-on owner and managementkind and patient teachersstrong academic preparation for elementary school
Address
1920 W. Glenoaks Boulevard, Glendale, CA
Phone
(818) 846-5999
Pico Pre-School # 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
4436 West Pico, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 936-7652

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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.