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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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Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Action Day Nurseries & Primary Plus in Mountain View receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible hours. One parent reported a serious bullying incident with an initially dismissive response from leadership, though they noted the issue was subsequently resolved.

Caring and compassionate teacherspatient with children during transitionsplay-based curriculum
Address
333 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View, CA
Phone
(650) 967-3780
Action Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Action Day Nursery in San Jose receives consistent 5-star praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting exceptional teacher-child relationships and strong developmental support across infant and preschool classrooms. Parents repeatedly emphasize that their children look forward to attending daily and experience significant growth in learning, confidence, and social skills.

Dedicated and caring teachers who build strong bonds with childrenexcellent communication and daily photo updatesdevelopmental progress in speech and academics
Address
2146 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 266-8952
Early Horizons (Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Early Horizons is highly regarded by parents across all age groups, from infants through preschool. Parents consistently praise the staff's kindness, professionalism, flexibility, and strong communication. The center creates a warm, positive atmosphere where children form meaningful bonds with teachers and feel comfortable during transitions.

Compassionate and flexible staffpositive atmosphereexcellent communication
Address
1510 Lewiston Drive, Sunnyvale, CA
Phone
(408) 746-3020
Super Kidz Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Super Kidz Club receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as caring, compassionate, and family-like. Parents highlight strong educational outcomes, engaging summer programs with frequent field trips, flexible hours, and affordable rates. The center effectively supports children's development across all age groups from infants through school-age.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong educational preparation for kindergartenengaging summer program with field trips
Address
2140 Minert Rd, Concord, CA
Phone
(925) 698-8556
Phoenix Ranch School & Camp (West Campus)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Phoenix Ranch School & Camp receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for dedicated staff members and a supportive learning environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong curriculum and caring teachers. One negative review mentioned classroom cleanliness concerns.

Excellent curriculumdedicated and caring staffsupportive environment
Address
4974 Cochran Ave., Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 527-7764
Creative Minds Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Creative Minds Learning Center receives unanimous praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated director Michele, loving staff, engaging Montessori-inspired curriculum, and personalized daily communications about their children's activities and learning.

Warm and welcoming staffdedicated director Michelepersonalized learning approach
Address
9835 N. Lakeshore Drive, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 432-2800
Crosscity Christian Eec
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: The reviews provided are for CrossCity Christian Church, not the CrossCity Christian EEC daycare center. The reviews praise the church's welcoming community, worship services, and various ministry programs, but do not contain information about the daycare facility's operations, staff, or child care quality.

Welcoming communityquality worship servicesdiverse ministry programs (youth group
Address
2777 E Nees Ave, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 299-8484
Jesus' Hands Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
5621 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA
Phone
(714) 690-1366
Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Anaheim Hills for its caring, engaged staff and welcoming environment. All 10 recent reviews gave 5-star ratings, with families highlighting excellent communication, quality meals, developmental support, and the sense of community. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and development.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Kelsie's leadershipwelcoming environment from day one
Address
350 South Festival Drive, Anaheim Hills, CA
Phone
(714) 282-8296
Kreative Kids Learning Center (Inf)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kreative Kids Learning Center for its caring, loving staff and welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the strong relationships built between teachers and children, smooth transitions into daycare, and their confidence in their children's safety and learning. The center is described as an extended family by long-term families.

Caring and loving teachersstrong staff-parent communication with photo updatessmooth transition support for anxious children
Address
1515 Cirby Way, Roseville, CA
Phone
(916) 749-3329
Little Minds Infant Toddler
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Minds Infant Toddler in Anaheim receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the clean facility, caring staff, age-appropriate classroom separation, and strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents report their children are thriving academically and socially, with excellent communication and transparency from staff. The facility offers fresh homemade meals, spacious outdoor play areas, and creates a nurturing environment that eases parental concerns about daycare.

Clean facilitycaring and patient staffage-separated classrooms (infants/crawlers/toddlers)
Address
1035 West La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA
Phone
(714) 603-7388
Brooklyn Avenue Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
329 N. Arizona Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 269-4085
Yuba/Woodland College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise the center's staff, campus, and educational quality. Parents highlight strong relationships between staff and students, helpful service, and a welcoming community environment.

Amazing and helpful staffstrong staff-student relationshipsattractive campus
Address
2300 E. Gibson Road, Woodland, CA
Phone
(530) 661-5773
Village Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
4001 N. Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(323) 225-0151
The Learning Patch Children'S Ctr(Sa)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Learning Patch Children's Center in Orangevale receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring leadership of Director Diana, dedicated staff, and quality programs across all age groups from infants to school-age children. Parents consistently highlight their children's enthusiasm for attending, the engaging summer program with field trips and activities, and the warm, family-like atmosphere. Long-term families credit the center with providing excellen

Address
6045 Margo Ct, Orangevale, CA
Phone
(916) 988-5590
Sage Academy INC.-Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Sage Academy for its warm, nurturing environment and strong teacher-student relationships. They highlight the low student-to-teacher ratio, quality instruction through play-based learning, diverse curriculum, safe facilities, and attentive staff as key strengths. All reviewers recommend the school highly.

Low student-to-teacher ratiocaring and attentive teacherswarm and nurturing environment
Address
5901 Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA
Phone
(818) 343-4600
Kids Kare River Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kids Kare River Park for its caring, welcoming staff and positive environment. Children show significant developmental improvements and enjoy attending daily. The facility is highlighted as a safe, fun place where staff treat children like family.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentdirector Barbara and assistant directors receive specific praise
Address
7311 N. First Street, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 431-2566
Cadence Education INC - El Camino
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Cadence Education El Camino receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, strong child development outcomes, and welcoming director who actively engages with families. Children show improved social skills, emotional adjustment, and enthusiasm for attending.

Warm and caring staffresponsive director and leadershipstrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
5739 El Camino Avenue, Carmichael, CA
Phone
(916) 481-6144
St. Mary'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

St. Mary's Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the safe, caring environment and dedicated teachers. Parents consistently report that their children love attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten, with many families enrolling multiple children or returning as alumni.

Safe and caring environmentloving and attentive teachersexcellent facilities
Address
838 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 981-9138
Fruitridge Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Fruitridge Preschool is highly rated as a community resource center offering employment services, skills training, and various community support programs. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, safe atmosphere, and comprehensive services available to families. The facility features open spaces suitable for community events and activities.

Friendly and helpful staffpeaceful atmospherefree resources (typing tests
Address
4625 44th Street, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 277-6288
Adventures In Learning II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
1111 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA
Phone
(714) 730-5458
Cc'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
300 East Imperial Hwy., Brea, CA
Phone
(714) 671-6970
Coastal Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Coastal Children's Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the warm, nurturing environment and strong community feel. Parents highlight the caring staff, engaging curriculum that balances play and learning, and the director Katrina's involvement and accessibility. Children are reported to thrive socially and developmentally while enjoying daily activities and forming strong friendships.

Kind and welcoming teacherssmall tight-knit communityclean classrooms
Address
2245 Orange Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA
Phone
(949) 722-1005
Congregation B'Nai Israel Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise CBI Child Development Center as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive Jewish community with excellent preschool programming. The facility features a clean, safe environment with engaging outdoor play areas, experienced and caring teachers, and strong developmental support. Families highlight the sense of belonging and lifelong friendships formed within the community.

Caring and experienced teachersclean and safe facilityengaging outdoor play areas and c
Address
2111 Bryan Avenue, Tustin, CA
Phone
(714) 730-0860
Boingo'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Boingo's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and play-based learning environment. Children reportedly excel academically and emotionally, with parents noting improved school readiness. One negative review alleges neglect and poor conditions, though this contrasts sharply with all other feedback.

Caring and professional staffengaging age-appropriate curriculumplay-based learning
Address
7137 W Pershing Ct, Visalia, CA
Phone
(559) 623-9206
Children'S Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2701 Cabrillo College Drive, Aptos, CA
Phone
(831) 465-3302
Coastal Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Coastal Community Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, play-based curriculum, nature-focused activities, and strong child development outcomes. One negative review raises serious concerns about communication, staff conduct, inclusion practices, and how a child with behavioral challenges was handled. The facility maintains consistently low student-to-teacher ratios and employs credentialed ECE staff.

Caring and at
Address
900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Phone
(831) 462-5437
Kla Schools Of Walnut Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

KLA Schools of Walnut Creek receives consistently high praise from parents for its exceptional staff, nurturing environment, and child-centered approach using Reggio Emilia philosophy. Parents highlight the school's compassionate care, strong communication, modern facilities, and positive impact on children's development and social skills. Multiple families have remained enrolled for 9+ years, indicating sustained satisfaction.

Caring and professional teacherssafe and secure facilitiesmodern and clean environment
Address
298 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek, CA
Phone
(925) 357-8080
Childrens' Creative Learning Centers - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

CHILDRENS' CREATIVE LEARNING CENTERS - PRESCHOOL in Redwood City receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment. Nearly all reviewers highlight excellent communication from leadership, individual attention to children's development, and well-maintained outdoor facilities. One parent reported concerns about management changes, including unauthorized religious materials a

Address
211 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, CA
Phone
(650) 628-2948
Bell'S Preschool And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bell's Preschool and Child Care Center in Auburn receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the nurturing environment, patient staff, outdoor play opportunities, and educational activities. One negative review citing staff impatience and a specific incident with a teacher contrasts sharply with six five-star reviews highlighting child development, behavioral improvements, and strong staff-child relationships.

Nurturing environmentpatient and loving staffoutdoor play and nature activities (chickens
Address
10810 Atwood Rd, Auburn, CA
Phone
(530) 823-9860

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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.