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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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Seventy Fifth Street Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
242 West 75th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 753-1177
Good Shepherd Lutheran Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Good Shepherd Lutheran Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, clean facilities, and well-rounded curriculum. Most parents report their children thrived academically, socially, and emotionally during their time there. One parent reported a negative experience with discipline handling and felt the school was unprofessional in dismissing their child.

Loving and creative teachersclean and
Address
380 Arneill Road, Camarillo, CA
Phone
(805) 482-3411
Phoenix Ranch School & Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Phoenix Ranch School & Camp in Simi Valley receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the strong curriculum, dedicated staff, and supportive learning environment. Multiple families report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with teachers like Ms. Amy and Ms. Leah specifically highlighted for exceptional care and engagement. One parent reported a cleanliness concern regarding dead bugs in the classroom.

Strong curriculumresponsive staffteacher dedication and care
Address
1845 Oak Road, Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 526-0136
Lollipop Lane Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Lollipop Lane as a nurturing, safe preschool with dedicated and caring staff. Children reportedly come home excited about school and show significant developmental progress. The facility is noted for affordability and strong community reputation.

Caring and patient teacherssafe environmentsmall class sizes
Address
341 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo, CA
Phone
(510) 481-2114
Learn And Play Montessori Irvington INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Learn and Play Montessori Irvington for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who help children feel comfortable and excited about attending. Reviews highlight strong academics, particularly in early literacy and STEM, along with excellent communication and individualized attention to each child's needs.

Caring and professional staffchildren eager to attendstrong academic curriculum (literacy and STEM)
Address
40803 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA
Phone
(510) 573-0071
Rainbow Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Rainbow Early Learning Center in Winnetka receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring and communicative staff, strong academic curriculum, safe environment, and inclusive approach to children with special needs.

Caring and communicative staffstrong academic preparationsafe and clean facilities
Address
20819 Parthenia Street, Winnetka, CA
Phone
(818) 993-0424
Montecito Branch - Montecito Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: The reviews provided are for the Montecito Family YMCA fitness facility, not specifically for the Montecito Branch Preschool daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming staff, community atmosphere, and quality facilities, with mentions of a child care room available on-site.

Friendly and welcoming staffwarm community atmospherequality facilities
Address
591 Santa Rosa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA
Phone
(805) 969-3288
Little Armenia Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
1645 N. Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 708-8577
Little Kings And Queens Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
7046-7052 Coldwater Canyon Ave, North Hollywood, CA
Phone
(818) 982-7556
Love & Care Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Love & Care Pre-School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Parents consistently highlight the dual-language program, home-cooked meals, play-based learning approach, and nurturing environment that supports children's social, emotional, and academic development.

Patient and caring teachersquick staff communicationclean and organized classrooms
Address
10313 Lower Azusa Road, Temple City, CA
Phone
(626) 279-2792
Malibu Jewish Center & Synagogue Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise MJCS Preschool for its nurturing, warm environment and highly trained staff who support children's intellectual, social, and emotional development. The program offers diverse enrichment activities and prepares children well for kindergarten. The center fosters a strong sense of community and family connection.

Warm and welcoming environmenthighly trained and attentive staffstrong director leadership
Address
24855 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA
Phone
(310) 456-2296
Happy Campers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Happy Campers Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, strong parent-child communication, and supportive learning environment. One parent reported a concerning incident involving accusations and pressure to sign a reporting restriction form after inquiring about returning to work.

Kind and professional staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationsafe and supportive environment
Address
14035 Francisquito, Baldwin Park, CA
Phone
(626) 337-7254
Heavenly Vision Education Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Heavenly Vision Education Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with most highlighting caring and professional staff, safe environment, and strong child development outcomes. The center has been operating for 40 years and maintains multi-generational family loyalty. However, one parent raised serious allegations regarding animal mistreatment on the property, which other reviewers disputed.

Caring and patient staffsafe and welcoming environmentstr
Address
600-604 W Alondra Blvd, Compton, CA
Phone
(424) 296-5253
Hill An' Dale Family Learning Ctr. - Old Firehous
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Hill & Dale as an exceptional early childhood program with caring, dedicated teachers and a strong educational philosophy that emphasizes social-emotional development alongside academics. The center operates two campuses serving infants through preschool-age children and is noted for its warm, welcoming community environment, nutritious meals, and play-based learning approach. Multiple reviewers highlight the long-term positive impact on their children's confidence, independence, and character development.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong emphasis on social-emotional skills and character developmentplay-based learning approach
Address
2801 25th St., Santa Monica, CA
Phone
(310) 450-7596
Hobart Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Hobart Early Education Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational quality, and happy children. One negative review raises concerns about the principal's management style and treatment of staff. The facility has a strong reputation spanning decades.

caring and gentle teacherseducational focusprofessional staff
Address
982 South Serrano Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 380-0411
Holy Trinity Armenian Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Holy Trinity Armenian Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising the teaching staff, curriculum, and welcoming environment. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about undisclosed mold contamination, lack of transparency from administration, and non-functional security cameras.

caring and friendly teacherspositive learning environmentresponsive administration to concerns
Address
11960 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood, CA
Phone
(818) 761-7564
Iglesia Bautista/Friendship Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Iglesia Bautista/Friendship Children's Center as a family-oriented facility with warm, caring staff who genuinely love the children. The center is noted for its educational approach, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and safe environment that prepares children well for school. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center highly.

Caring and warm staffsafe environmentstrong educational focus
Address
931 Frigate Avenue, Wilmington, CA
Phone
(310) 518-7852
Lakeshore Kids & Co. Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise this store for its wide selection of quality educational toys and learning materials that are durable and long-lasting. Staff members are frequently highlighted as friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, with excellent customer service. The location offers free weekly Saturday crafts, a large warehouse outlet section with discounted items, and engaging activities for children.

High-quality durable productsfriendly and helpful staffwide s
Address
2695 E. Dominguez Street, Carson, CA
Phone
(310) 537-8600
Le Jardin Desenfants
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Le Jardin des Enfants is highly regarded by parents for its nurturing teachers, French language immersion program, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently praise the caring environment, small class sizes, and strong teacher-student connections. One recent reviewer reported the facility appeared closed with no website updates.

Caring and nurturing teachersFrench language instructionplay-based learning
Address
400 W. 9th Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 533-9331
Le Petit Gan De Sophie Beverly Hills LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Le Petit Gan de Sophie Beverly Hills receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the nurturing environment, beautiful modern facility, and multilingual curriculum taught in French and Hebrew. The center is highly regarded for its caring staff, daily organic kosher meals, outdoor learning activities, and strong communication with parents. One negative review cited staff rudeness and an unwelcoming atmosphere.

caring and loving staffclean and modern facilitymultilingual education (French and Hebrew)
Address
177 South Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA
Phone
(310) 499-8615
Hacienda State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
1290 Kimberly Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 535-6259
Milpitas Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Milpitas Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with consistent praise for caring and patient staff, smooth transitions for new students including non-English speakers, and strong academic and social development. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing environment, thoughtful curriculum, and excellent parent-teacher communication.

Caring and patient staffwelcoming environment for children from different backgroundsbilingual supp
Address
1000 S. Park Victoria Drive, Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 945-6530
Neighborhood Christian Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Neighborhood Christian Center for its nurturing, play-based environment where children develop confidence, strong social skills, and a love of learning. The school is noted for caring, experienced teachers, excellent facilities with outdoor spaces and gardens, responsive communication, and a faith-based community that feels like family.

Play-based learning approachexperienced and caring teachersexcellent facilities (newly renovated classrooms
Address
887 Pomeroy Avenue, Santa Clara, CA
Phone
(408) 984-3418
One World Montessori School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

One World Montessori School is highly regarded by most parents for its Montessori approach, calm learning environment, and dedicated teachers. Parents praise the school's focus on conflict resolution, diversity, and child independence, though one parent raised concerns about frequent closures since 2022. The school maintains strong academic standards and fosters important life skills.

Montessori teaching methodcalm and focused classroom environmentdedicated and flexible teachers
Address
1170 Foxworthy Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 723-5140
Platinum Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but rather for Platinum Performance, an animal supplement company. No actual parent reviews for Platinum Kids daycare in Buellton, California were found. The Google rating shows 0 reviews.

None applicable - reviews are for incorrect business
Address
83 Thomas Road, Buellton, CA
Phone
(805) 688-0888
Granada Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Granada Preschool receives predominantly positive reviews (6 five-star ratings, 1 two-star) praising the nurturing environment, dedicated staff, and engaging activities. One parent with a negative experience raised concerns about inconsistent discipline, favoritism, and inadequate handling of bullying involving their shy child.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Ms. Kathy highly accessible and passionateFocus on phonics and foundational learning skills
Address
10549 Haskell Avenue, Granada Hills, CA
Phone
(818) 891-1711
Moore'S Day Care Prepartory
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Moore's Day Care Preparatory School receives predominantly positive reviews (8 five-star ratings) with parents praising the caring staff, structured learning curriculum, and safe environment. One parent reported neglectful care in the infant center, citing a child being left crying without attention.

Professional and nurturing staffstrong focus on academic enrichment and social-emotional developmentstructured Abeka learning program
Address
1700 W. 120th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 242-9500
New Horizon Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

New Horizon Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and loving staff who help children adjust and thrive. Parents highlight the small class sizes, structured curriculum including Arabic language instruction, and strong communication with families.

caring and loving teacherssmall class sizesstructured curriculum
Address
434 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 480-3145
Santa Maria Valley Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Santa Maria Valley YMCA receives consistently high praise from members for its welcoming community atmosphere and friendly staff. Parents and members appreciate the diverse facilities, active involvement in the community, and sense of family-friendly environment. The facility offers comprehensive amenities including childcare, pools, fitness areas, and sports courts.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong sense of communitydiverse facilities and amenities
Address
3400 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria, CA
Phone
(805) 937-8521
Millbrae Nursery School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
86 Center St., Millbrae, CA
Phone
(650) 589-3028

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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.