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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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Child Educational Center-Caltech/Jpl Community
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
471 Knight Way, La Canada, CA
Phone
(818) 790-2347
Fairfax San Anselmo Children'S Center-School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise this long-established center for its caring, diverse, and family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight well-trained teachers who treat children with genuine affection while maintaining safety standards and allowing age-appropriate play. Multiple reviewers describe it as a magical place that has positively impacted generations of families in the Fairfax community.

Caring and loving teacherssafe environmentdiverse and inclusive culture
Address
199 Porteous Avenue, Fairfax, CA
Phone
(415) 454-1811
Escuela De La Raza Unida-Primeros Pasos Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
405 North 7th, Blythe, CA
Phone
(760) 922-9080
Shalom Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
383 Spar Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 247-2880
George Miller Center - Concord
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

George Miller Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the dedicated staff, excellent student-to-staff ratios, and inclusive support for children with developmental disabilities and autism spectrum needs. The center is noted for creating a loving, welcoming environment where children enjoy learning, activities, and outings.

Dedicated and caring staffexcellent staff-to-student ratiossupport for children with special needs and developmental disabilities
Address
3020 Grant Street, Concord, CA
Phone
(925) 646-5710
The Lucia Rivera Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
233 N. Breed Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 223-3313
Genius Kids Tracy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Genius Kids Tracy is highly rated by parents for its blend of academic instruction and engaging activities. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Sandy and Ms. Vantika, for fostering children's confidence, academic growth, and emotional development. The center is also commended for excellent communication through daily photo/video updates, school pickup services, and personalized attention to each child.

Dedicated and caring staffimprove
Address
1960 W. Grant Line Road, Tracy, CA
Phone
(209) 834-5383
Palos Verdes Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Palos Verdes Montessori Academy receives universal 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, nurturing staff and high-quality Montessori curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers—particularly Ms. Nimmi—and report that their children thrive academically and emotionally in this well-organized, safe environment.

Exceptional Montessori curriculumcaring and attentive teacherswarm welcoming atmosphere
Address
28451 Indian Peak Road, Rancho Paols Verdes, CA
Phone
(310) 541-2405
Shin'S Family Martial Arts Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Shin's Family Martial Arts Center for its experienced, caring instructors and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews highlight significant positive impacts on children's confidence, discipline, respect, and focus both in classes and at home. The after-school program is noted as comprehensive, offering homework help, martial arts training, and supervised activities in a safe, supportive environment.

Skilled and experienced coachespositiv
Address
27935 Smyth Drive, Valencia, CA
Phone
(661) 713-8742
Twenty Eighth Street Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Twenty Eighth Street Early Education Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the school's hands-on learning approach and report their children are advanced academically. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional quality of individual teachers, particularly Ms. Ray and Ms. Holly, and note the staff's friendliness and dedication to student development.

Hands-on learning approachchildren academically advancedexceptional teachers (Ms. Ray
Address
747 E 28'Th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 231-6921
Child Life Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
2515 Church Avenue, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 871-0868
Wee Care Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Wee Care Children's Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and patient staff, structured curriculum, cleanliness, provided meals, and positive impact on their children's development and happiness.

Caring and patient staffstructured curriculum with varied activitiesclean facility
Address
26868 Girard Street, Hemet, CA
Phone
(951) 652-5329
St. Stephen'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
24901 Orchard Village Rd, Valencia, CA
Phone
(661) 259-8527
Tracy Learning Center Pre Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
238 West Grantline Road, #B, Tracy, CA
Phone
(209) 229-1575
Trng & Research/Inglewood Southside
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
3937 W. 104th Street, Inglewood, CA
Phone
(310) 412-3825
Village Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Village Preschool Academy in Yorba Linda receives consistently high praise from parents for caring, attentive teachers and a strong academic curriculum. Parents highlight the beautiful facility, included enrichment programs (music, dance, soccer, Tae Kwon Do, Spanish immersion, STEM), and well-maintained grounds as major strengths. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents report high satisfaction with their overall experience.

Caring and patient teacherssmooth transition processbeautiful campus with spacious playgrounds
Address
18052 Imperial Hwy, Yorba Linda, CA
Phone
(714) 993-3444
Children'S Growing Center-Infant-1st United Meth
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
2111 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 295-1915
Hope Street Friends
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

HOPE STREET FRIENDS receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and experienced staff, strong educational curriculum, efficient operations, and extended hours (7am-7pm). The center's use of a mobile app for daily communication and photo sharing is frequently highlighted as a valuable feature.

Experienced and caring teacherssafe environment with securitystrong curriculum and academic preparation
Address
330 S. Hope Street Ste.#3-010, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(626) 230-6849
Kids' Care Club-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Kids' Care Club Infant for its caring, patient staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational curriculum. Children show significant academic progress (reading, writing, math skills ahead of peers) and develop strong social-emotional skills. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, citing trust, safety, and genuine staff dedication.

Caring and patient teacherswarm welcoming environmentstrong academic curr
Address
10414 Craftsman Way, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 675-7000
Little People'S School Infant Toddler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
13155 Oak Street, Boulder Creek, CA
Phone
(831) 338-4115
Westpark Montessori School Of Irvine INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
11 San Leandro, Irvine, CA
Phone
(949) 262-0500
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Upland for its caring, experienced staff who treat children like family and foster emotional and academic growth. The center is noted for strong communication with parents, structured learning activities, and a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe and happy to attend.

Experienced career educatorswarm and caring staffexcellent parent communication with daily updates
Address
1001 E. 16th Street, Upland, CA
Phone
(909) 579-0170
Yellow Brick Road Preschool & Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
725 I Street, Los Banos, CA
Phone
(209) 827-0679
Christian Creative Learning Academy/School-Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
2920 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA
Phone
(619) 698-4306
Yuba College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews appear to be for Yuba College's library rather than the Child Development Center. Reviewers praise the facility's resources, including computers, laptops, tablets, and book selection. Staff are consistently described as helpful and polite.

Helpful and polite stafffast and up-to-date computersgood book selection
Address
2088 North Beale Road, Marysville, CA
Phone
(530) 634-7738
Sunshine-Stevenson Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
25820 N. Carroll Lane, Stevenson Ranch, CA
Phone
(661) 290-2620
Welcome Amigos Spanish Immersion Ed.Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Welcome Amigos Spanish Immersion Education Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the school's effective Spanish immersion program, caring and dedicated teachers, and supportive community environment. Parents consistently report their children becoming fluent in Spanish, developing strong social skills, and being well-prepared for kindergarten. The center is noted for its creative curriculum, parent involvement opportunities, and flexible scheduling options including camps and after-school programs.

Spanish language fluencycaring and dedicated teachersstrong social-emotional development
Address
2825 Alameda Del Las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA
Phone
(650) 455-5330
Valley Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided are for Valley Bible Fellowship, a church, not Valley Preschool daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for a different organization
Address
2300 E. Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 325-5084
My Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

MY PRESCHOOL in San Jose receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring teaching staff, smooth transitions between age groups, fresh meals provided daily, and strong management responsiveness. Families report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally in this center-based program.

Caring and experienced teacherswarm welcoming environmentsmooth class transitions
Address
1468 Saratoga Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 376-0472
Associated Students Children'S Center - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1650 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 338-2403

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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.