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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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Nvc Child And Family-Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

These reviews do not pertain to a daycare facility. The reviews are about Napa Valley Community College, not NVC Child and Family-Infant daycare center. No valid parent reviews about the daycare's services, care quality, or staff interactions with children are available.

None applicable - reviews are for a collegenot a daycare
Address
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa, CA
Phone
(707) 256-7040
Yosemite Lakes Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided are for Community Lakes Church, not Yosemite Lakes Christian Preschool. Parents praise the church's worship services, pastoral leadership, and community atmosphere, with particular emphasis on biblical teaching and welcoming environment. The facility offers excellent children's and youth programs along with various support groups and community activities.

uplifting worship servicesscripture-based teachingwelcoming and friendly community
Address
43840 Patrick Avenue, Coarsegold, CA
Phone
(559) 658-7447
Windsor Academy LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Windsor Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents highlight significant developmental growth in their children and appreciate the school's community engagement and enrichment activities. One negative review criticizes high costs, frequent closures, and unfavorable contract terms.

Caring and experienced teachersstrong parent communityengaging curriculum balancing academics with play-based learning
Address
908 North Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(408) 940-6667
Notre Dame Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Notre Dame Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, safe loving environment, and strong educational preparation. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and academically prepared for kindergarten. The facility is noted for cleanliness, flexible hours, and treating families like their own.

Caring and professional staffsafe and loving environmentchildren arrive home happy
Address
21704 Golden Triangle Rd., #120, Saugus, CA
Phone
(661) 255-0053
Noah'S Ark
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Noah's Ark receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong academic preparation, and nurturing environment. One parent reported serious concerns about inadequate handling of aggressive behavior between children and lack of incident reporting.

Caring and well-trained staffstrong academic and social-emotional developmentexcellent communication from director
Address
1410 Foothill Drive, Vista, CA
Phone
(760) 724-5445
Rise INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

RISE INC is highly regarded by community members and parents for its commitment to serving the local community. Reviews consistently praise the staff as caring, helpful, and dedicated. The organization offers various programs including senior services and job training initiatives.

Helpful and friendly staffcaring and committed personnelstrong community partnerships
Address
17313 Fremont Street, Esparto, CA
Phone
(530) 787-3433
Rancho Murieta Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Rancho Murieta Learning Center (also called Hodge Learning Center) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, director Ms. Debbie's experience, individualized attention, and children's visible happiness and development. However, one parent reported serious concerns about owner communication, lack of partnership with families, and defensive behavior when issues were raised, resulting in a complaint to authorities.

caring
Address
7277 Lone Pine, Ste 102, Rancho Murieta, CA
Phone
(916) 354-4163
Rancho Los Amigos Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Rancho Los Amigos Children's Center receives nearly universal praise from parents for its exceptional staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, clear communication, inclusive curriculum, and helpful mobile app for daily updates. One parent expressed dissatisfaction, though no specific concerns were detailed.

Warm and caring staffstrong developmental focuswell-maintained facility
Address
7755 Golondrinas Street, Downey, CA
Phone
(562) 401-7981
St. John'S Lutheran Early Childhood Education Cen
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise St. John's Lutheran Early Childhood Education Center as a welcoming facility with strong educational programs. Reviews highlight the quality of the preschool and school offerings, though feedback is limited. The center appears to be well-regarded in the Hemet community.

welcoming environmentquality preschool and school programspastoral leadership
Address
26410 Columbia Street, Hemet, CA
Phone
(951) 925-7756
Rsccd At Remington
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Most reviewers praise RSCCD AT REMINGTON as an excellent school with friendly, capable staff and strong programs. One parent reported a significant negative experience with a 30-minute wait and no response when visiting for information.

friendly teachersquality programwell-regarded principal
Address
1325 East Fourth Street, Santa Ana, CA
Phone
(714) 480-7546
Sunrise Montessori School Of Roseville
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Sunrise Montessori School of Roseville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing Montessori environment, caring and patient teachers, and strong academic preparation. Children show advanced learning outcomes and enthusiasm for attending. One parent reported a negative experience with waitlist management and unfair spot allocation.

Nurturing environmentpatient and loving teachersindividualized attention
Address
8449 Sunrise Blvd, Roseville, CA
Phone
(916) 722-7772
St. Philip Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for St. Philip Lutheran Church rather than their preschool program. Based on available information, St. Philip Preschool is a center-based program located in Dublin, California with a 4.6/5 Google rating. One preschool-specific review mentions the environment is welcoming, calm, and educational with room for enrollment growth.

Welcoming environmentcalm atmosphereeducational focus
Address
8850 Davona Drive, Dublin, CA
Phone
(925) 829-3857
Our Victorian Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
823 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 292-7262
Chalk Of Pasadena LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Academy at Bright Horizons for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff led by Director Kara. Children reportedly enjoy daily activities including learning, arts, crafts, and play, with strong parent-teacher communication and transparent updates. The facility maintained safety protocols throughout the pandemic and parents report their children thrived academically and emotionally before kindergarten.

Loving and knowledgeable teachersfun-based learning curriculumwarm and nurturing atmosphere
Address
700 E Green St, Pasadena, CA
Phone
(626) 578-7300
Calvarys' Cross Chapel
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Calvary's Cross Chapel is highly regarded by most parents, with praise for small class sizes, caring teachers, and affordable pricing. One parent noted convenience but expressed concern about cost. Overall, parents report a positive atmosphere and recommend the center.

small class sizesattentive teacherspatient staff
Address
16705 Gridley Road, Cerritos, CA
Phone
(562) 924-3716
Sfccd-Mission Community College Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews appear to be for a community college campus, not a daycare center. Reviewers praise the clean facilities, knowledgeable instructors, and welcoming atmosphere. Students highlight quality instruction, campus cleanliness, and supportive learning resources.

Clean campuspassionate and qualified instructorswell-stocked cafeteria
Address
1125 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 920-6200
World Speak Language Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

WorldSpeak Language Center receives consistent 5-star praise from parents for its multilingual education approach, caring teachers, and well-rounded curriculum that combines academics with play. Parents highlight the school's calm atmosphere, cultural celebrations, and director's responsiveness, with many reporting significant language development and school readiness in their children.

Exceptional teachers with strong language skillsmultilingual curriculum (Spanis
Address
1639 Westwood Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(310) 871-1862
Little Explorers Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Explorers Preschool Academy in Simi Valley receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care, communication, and child development outcomes. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging environment, and comprehensive programs. One negative review cited a poor experience without substantive detail.

Caring and engaged staffstrong leadership and communicationclean facilities
Address
5165 Cochran Street, Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 577-7620
St. Andrew'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews focus on the church community rather than daycare services. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, sincere leadership, and commitment to social justice and community service. One reviewer noted the facility is 'acceptable.'

Welcoming and accepting communitysincere minister/pastorintellectual and faith-focused environment
Address
4575 Auhay Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
Phone
(805) 964-6114
County Kids' Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2916 Hope St., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 744-6241
The Community Preschool-Grace Cathedral
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews do not evaluate the daycare program at The Community Preschool-Grace Cathedral. Instead, they describe visitors' experiences with Grace Cathedral itself, including its architecture, tours, and special events. No information about preschool services, curriculum, staff, or child care quality is provided in any review.

Beautiful Gothic architecturestunning stained glass windowspeaceful atmosphere
Address
1100 California Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 749-6383
Cuesta College (Children'S Center) North County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Cuesta College's North County campus, not a children's daycare center. Reviews praise the facility as a great study space with knowledgeable instructors, convenient location, and nice campus atmosphere. One reviewer requested more KINA classes.

Knowledgeable tutorsdedicated teachersgood class sizes
Address
2800 Buena Vista Drive, Paso Robles, CA
Phone
(805) 591-6292
Eagles Nest Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Eagles Nest Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and clean, safe environment. Parents report their children are well-prepared for elementary school and form lasting bonds with teachers who treat them like family. Multiple families have maintained contact with staff years after their children graduated.

Kind and compassionate teachersexcellent communication with parentsclean and safe facility
Address
10262 Colima Rd, Whittier, CA
Phone
(562) 903-1460
Creative Corners Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
13628 Lomitas Avenue, La Puente, CA
Phone
(626) 330-3725
Congregation Beth Israel / Sid Rubin Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Congregation Beth Israel's Sid Rubin Preschool is consistently praised as a warm, welcoming Jewish community with exceptional staff and clergy. Parents highlight the strong musical programming, inclusive atmosphere, and child development professionals, though one reviewer noted it feels less personalized despite its quality. The facility is commended for fostering spiritual growth and community connection for families of all ages.

Warm and welcoming communityexcept
Address
9001 Towne Centre Drive, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 900-2530
Giggles & Smiles Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Giggles & Smiles for exceptional care, attentive staff, and strong communication. The facility is noted for cleanliness, a comprehensive curriculum, and going above-and-beyond with amenities like provided meals and diapers. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating high satisfaction and retention.

Caring and professional staffowner involvement and communicationclean facility
Address
11316 Woodside Avenue N., Santee, CA
Phone
(619) 258-5437
City Of West Sacramento Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. The reviews describe an Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy event with cocktails and dramatic performances, which is not a childcare service. There is a significant mismatch between the daycare facility name and the review content.

Professional actorscreative cocktailsintimate venue atmosphere
Address
1075 West Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 617-4531
Amador-Tuolumne Comm.Action-Blue Bell Family Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Amador-Tuolumne Community Action's Blue Bell Family Center is highly regarded as a vital community institution offering multiple services including childcare, housing assistance, emergency support, and Head Start programs. Parents consistently praise the staff for being helpful, responsive, and kind. However, some note difficulties reaching staff by phone or fax.

Quick decision-makingknowledgeable staffhelpful and kind service
Address
18080 Blue Bell East, Sonora, CA
Phone
(209) 532-5455
Calvary Chapel Rialto
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise Calvary Chapel Rialto as a biblically-focused church with excellent pastors, welcoming community, and quality childcare services. Parents appreciate the verse-by-verse scripture teaching, family-oriented environment, and support during difficult times. The church offers multilingual services and various ministry programs for children and youth.

Welcoming and friendly communityBible-based teachingknowledgeable pastors
Address
1391 W. Merrill, Rialto, CA
Phone
(909) 820-9072
The French Montessori Preschool Of San Diego
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The French Montessori Preschool of San Diego receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the bilingual and trilingual education, caring teachers, and supportive environment. However, one parent raised concerns about high teacher turnover and limited owner communication after enrollment.

Bilingual/trilingual instruction (EnglishSpanishFrench)
Address
4011 Ohio Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 501-3787

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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.