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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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Martin Luther King Jr. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
200 Cashmere Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 401-1377
Mission Childcare Consortium INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Mission Childcare Consortium receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, strong curriculum, and supportive approach to families. However, one reviewer reported witnessing staff speaking disrespectfully to toddlers. The facility appears to offer enriching programs and activities that help children thrive academically and emotionally.

caring and loving staffprofessional teachersstrong curriculum tailored to in
Address
4750 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 586-6139
My Little Learning Tree
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

My Little Learning Tree receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, caring staff and well-balanced curriculum that supports academic, social, and emotional development. Parents highlight the school's convenience for working families, including year-round operation, extended hours until 6 PM, provided meals, and included enrichment activities. Many report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and experienced significant academic and personal growth.

Warm and attentive teacherssafe and nurturing environmentbalanced play-based and structured learning
Address
2118 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 387-6558
Prince Of Peace Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Prince of Peace Preschool is a church-based facility in Fremont, California with an affiliated K-8 school. Parents consistently praise the pastoral leadership, Bible teaching, welcoming community atmosphere, and special events like the annual Living Nativity. The facility serves multiple congregations including Telugu Christian services.

Strong pastoral leadership and Bible teachingwelcoming and friendly communitymultiple service times and language options
Address
38451 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 793-3366
Lake Merritt Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
275 - 7th St, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 839-2022
Learning Kids Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Learning Kids Montessori in Fremont receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the nurturing Montessori environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, excited to attend, and show measurable academic and developmental progress. The facility is noted for spacious classrooms, fresh daily meals, and responsive leadership.

Warm and caring teacherspatient and attentive staffspacious classrooms and play areas
Address
1481 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 491-7006
The Learning Tree
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Learning Tree is a highly-regarded preschool in Fremont where parents report their children thrive academically and socially. The center is praised for its caring, family-like atmosphere with kind teachers, spacious facilities, and enrichment activities. Parents consistently note their children are happy, confident, and well-prepared for transitioning to kindergarten.

caring and warm teachersspacious classroomslarge outdoor playground with grass
Address
34050 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 791-6161
Pesd-Rob Reiner Children & Families Dev. Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Rob Reiner Children & Families Development Center for its educational quality and caring staff. Teachers like Mrs. Blanch and Mrs. Cuevas are frequently highlighted for their dedication and individual attention to children. The center accommodates special needs like food allergies and offers enrichment activities.

Experienced and dedicated teachersstrong early learning and social developmentaccommodating to food allergies
Address
2221 S. A Street, Perris, CA
Phone
(951) 657-3118
Nvc Child And Family-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided appear to be for Napa Valley Community College, not the NVC Child and Family-Preschool daycare center. The reviews discuss college experiences rather than childcare services, making them unsuitable for evaluating this daycare facility.

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Address
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA
Phone
(707) 256-7040
Long Beach Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
2222 Olive Ave, Long Beach, CA
Phone
(562) 426-8897
Maof-Hs Mariposa
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
120 E. 25th St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 890-9600
Holy Trinity Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews praise Holy Trinity Preschool's warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the beautiful church facility, quality spiritual experience, and excellent educational programs for pre-K through 8th grade. The parish is noted for its active ministries, dedicated staff, and inclusive environment for families.

Warm and inviting atmospherebeautiful architecturewelcoming community
Address
1292 W. Santa Cruz Street, San Pedro, CA
Phone
(310) 833-0703
Inglewood Ave. Preschool Academy P.S.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Inglewood Ave. Preschool Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, clean and safe environment, and strong developmental support. Multiple parents report long-term satisfaction spanning decades, with children showing enthusiasm for attending school and measurable progress in areas like potty training. One negative review provides no details.

Loving and caring teachersclean and safe facilitychild development and learning focus
Address
215 S. Inglewood Avenue, Inglewood, CA
Phone
(310) 614-5011
International Montessori School Of Claremont
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

International Montessori School of Claremont receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, genuine Montessori approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development alongside academics. However, one detailed review raises serious concerns about supervision ratios, safety incidents, record-keeping practices, and educational regression. The school has a 4.7/5 Google rating with 9 recent reviews.

Certified Montessori educationcaring and accommodating staffindividual attention to student needs
Address
341 W. San Jose Avenue, Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 621-1313
Jennifer Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
4149 East Live Oak Avenue, Arcadia, CA
Phone
(626) 821-9673
Just Beginning INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1712 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 733-8010
Kid Town Usa Preschool-Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
13500 Paramount Blvd., South Gate, CA
Phone
(562) 630-0400
Kiddie Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
6543 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA
Phone
(818) 769-7611
Kigala Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Kigala Preschool for its bilingual language programs (German and Spanish), warm and caring teachers, and strong sense of community. The school emphasizes outdoor learning, creative play, and project-based activities in well-equipped classrooms and outdoor spaces. All reviewers report their children thrived academically and socially, with lasting friendships formed among both children and parents.

Bilingual/immersion language programscaring and patient teacherssmall class sizes
Address
2705 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 453-2400
Little Step Preschool And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Little Step Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Jennifer, and credit the Montessori curriculum with significant academic and social development in their children, including improvements in speech, reading, and confidence.

Caring and dedicated staffMontessori curriculum and teaching methodsstrong academic progress in reading and math
Address
6316 Wineville Avenue, Mira Loma, CA
Phone
(951) 281-9562
Laurel Playgardens
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Laurel Playgardens receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive teachers, nurturing environment, play-based learning approach, and smooth transitions to kindergarten. Children show notable improvements in social skills, language development, confidence, and independence.

Caring and affectionate teacherswarm and nurturing environmentplay-based learning
Address
1050 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 645-5783
Let'S Play In Spanish
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Let's Play in Spanish is a Spanish immersion program in San Jose with excellent parent satisfaction. Parents praise the engaging, music-based curriculum, dedicated native Spanish-speaking teachers, and play-focused learning approach that keeps children excited and motivated. Multiple families report significant Spanish language development and smooth transitions to formal bilingual programs.

Native Spanish-speaking teachersmusic-based curriculum with take-home CDsengaging play-based learning
Address
3275 Williams Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 370-3399
Los Altos-Mountain View Children'S Corner INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional play-based preschool with a nurturing environment and experienced, dedicated teachers. The school balances developmentally appropriate play with structured learning, emphasizes social-emotional development, and maintains low student-teacher ratios. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and socially, and felt well-prepared for kindergarten.

Experienced and stable teaching staff with 10-20 year tenureplay-based curriculumlow student-teacher ratios
Address
97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA
Phone
(650) 948-8950
Los Altos-Mountain View Children'S Corner INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Los Altos-Mountain View Children's Corner is a highly-regarded play-based preschool with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced long-term staff, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that balances free play with structured learning. The school is noted for strong social-emotional focus and excellent preparation for kindergarten.

Experienced teachers with 10-20 year tenureplay-based curriculumlow student-teacher
Address
1555 Oak Avenue, Los Altos, CA
Phone
(650) 948-8950
Mandala Children'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Mandala Children's House receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced teaching staff, effective Montessori-based curriculum, clean facilities, and strong kindergarten preparation. The center is noted as one of the best preschools in the Bay Area with excellent communication and organization.

Kind and patient teachershands-on Montessori approachstrong kindergarten preparation
Address
5038 Hyland Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 251-8633
Primrose School Of Pleasanton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Pleasanton for its caring staff, nurturing environment, and structured yet playful curriculum that supports children's academic, emotional, and social development. Families highlight excellent communication through apps and photos, accommodating policies, and strong individual attention to each child's needs. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show notable progress across various developmental stages.

Caring and attentive staffstructured yet playful curriculumclean and safe facility
Address
7110 Koll Center Parkway, Pleasanton, CA
Phone
(925) 600-7745
Ready Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Ready Preschool is a highly-rated bilingual English-Mandarin center in Milpitas with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring and professional teachers, structured curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional development, and visible progress in language, math, and confidence. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and recommended the school to friends.

Bilingual education (English and Mandarin)caring and patient teachersstrong academic focus (English
Address
430 S Abel Street, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 659-8462
Puente Avenue Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Puente Avenue Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, cleanliness, safety, and family-oriented environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, individual attention to children, and engaging learning activities. One negative review claims the facility is a cash grab.

caring and friendly staffexcellent safety and cleanlinessstrong parent-staff communication
Address
14032 Dillerdale Ave, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 338-3464
Ripon Grace Christian Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Ripon Grace Christian Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly, welcoming atmosphere and quality teaching staff. The facility is described as family-oriented with strong biblical instruction. However, a few reviews note concerns about the age demographic and facility conditions.

friendly and welcoming staffexcellent teachersbiblical teaching
Address
734 W Main, Ripon, CA
Phone
(209) 599-2345
Great Beginnings For Little Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
23515 Newhall Avenue, Newhall, CA
Phone
(661) 254-3097

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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.