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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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Wonderland School-School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Wonderland School-School Age receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and quality educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the facility's cleanliness, responsiveness, and strong leadership. One parent raised concerns about van driver safety and yielding to pedestrians at intersections.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffwarm and welcoming environmentclean and organized facility
Address
3300 Walnut Ave., Carmichael, CA
Phone
(916) 481-1798
Truckee Donner Rec. & Park District (School-Age)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Truckee Donner Rec. & Park District as an excellent community facility with outstanding swimming programs, quality instructors, and diverse recreational opportunities. The center is highly valued for its affordable swim lessons, engaging water features, friendly staff, and comprehensive amenities that serve families and the broader community.

Excellent swim instructors with personalized feedbackaffordable swim lessonsvariety of water features including lazy river and water slide
Address
8924 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA
Phone
(530) 550-4456
Ready Set Grow School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Ready Set Grow School Age receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, strong parent communication, clean and safe environment, and balanced approach to academics and social-emotional development. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and making measurable progress.

Warm and caring staffexcellent parent communication with daily updates and photosclean and well-organized facility
Address
728 Pepper Drive, El Cajon, CA
Phone
(619) 448-4585
Poppy Patch-Phase III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
9638 Butterfield Way, Sacramento, CA
Phone
(916) 845-4949
Little Bloom Early Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Bloom is highly rated by parents who praise the quality education, warm and attentive teachers, and well-designed facility. Parents consistently highlight the curriculum's focus on age-appropriate learning, daily communication, and preparation for kindergarten. The center is described as a welcoming community that has earned strong loyalty from families.

Strong educational curriculumcaring and responsive teachersclean facility with outdoor play area
Address
1911 Elkhorn Court, San Mateo, CA
Phone
(650) 638-9300
Corona Norco Ymca Youth Center At Home Gardens
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
13550 Tolten Avenue, Corona, CA
Phone
(951) 278-9680
Truckee Donner Rec. & Park District (Pre-School)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise the Truckee Donner Recreation & Park District as an excellent community facility. Reviews highlight quality swim instruction, diverse recreational amenities, and strong community programming. The center is described as a vital resource for families and the town overall.

Excellent swim instructors with personalized feedbackaffordable swim lessonswater slide and lazy river
Address
8924 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA
Phone
(530) 582-7720
Tustin Meadows Tiny Tots Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
14751 Canterbury Avenue, Tustin, CA
Phone
(714) 696-8476
Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Irvine for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment across all age groups from infants through preschool. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-cared for, with strong communication between teachers and parents. The facility is described as clean, safe, and organized with enriching activities and special programs throughout the year.

Warm and caring teachersattentive and patient staffclean and safe environment
Address
12860 Central Park Avenue, Irvine, CA
Phone
(714) 389-9999
Little Sprouts Academy - Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Little Sprouts Academy (also referenced as Learning Jungle) for its caring and attentive staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Multiple reviews highlight the director's professionalism and individual teachers' patience and dedication to child development. Parents report their children show significant growth and development while feeling safe and loved at the center.

Caring and attentive staffClean and well-maintained facilitiesLarge outdoor play space with shade
Address
3605 Avocado Boulevard, La Mesa, CA
Phone
(619) 569-7607
Ability First
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Ability First Claremont is highly praised by parents for its exceptional staff and comprehensive programming. Parents consistently highlight the caring, compassionate team members and the variety of activities including swimming, therapy, arts and crafts. Children show notable improvements in behavior and social skills, with families expressing strong trust and gratitude for the facility.

Staff professionalism and compassionswimming pool and physical therapy programsstructured activities
Address
480 South Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA
Phone
(909) 621-4727
Kid'S N Things Clubhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kid's N Things Clubhouse is highly regarded by parents, with most reviews praising the director Carol and her staff for their caring, attentive approach to childcare. Parents consistently highlight the safe facility, structured routines, engaging activities, and welcoming environment. One negative review mentions staff rudeness, but this contrasts sharply with the overwhelmingly positive feedback from other families.

Caring and attentive director and staffsafe facility with security gatemultiple teachers per classroom
Address
4191 Cochran Street, Simi Valley, CA
Phone
(805) 522-1011
Kidzone At Black Diamond
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Kidzone at Black Diamond for its experienced staff, quality instruction in gymnastics and tumbling, and individualized attention to children. The facility is noted for patient, caring teachers who balance firmness with fun, and the center offers flexible makeup class policies. Multiple reviewers recommend it as the best child activity center in the Brentwood area.

Patient and caring staffindividualized instruction based on child's strengths and weaknessesquality gymnastics and tumbling programs
Address
2019 Elkins Way, Brentwood, CA
Phone
(925) 516-6619
Learning Tree
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
364 E. Barstow Avenue, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 439-8143
Cda - Finney Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
3950 Byrd Street, San Diego, CA
Phone
(619) 690-0147
Pomeroy Recreation & Rehabilitation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Pomeroy Recreation & Rehabilitation Center is highly praised for its swim lesson programs, with parents noting significant progress in their children's swimming skills within months. The facility offers a warm saltwater pool (92 degrees), friendly and attentive staff, spacious venue for events, and serves multiple community programs including special needs day programs and senior activities.

Excellent swim instructorswarm saltwater poolchild progress in swimming lessons
Address
207 Skyline Blvd., San Francisco, CA
Phone
(415) 665-4100
Sandcastles Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Sandcastles Child Care Center in Santa Clara, California receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring and friendly staff, engaging educational and recreational activities, and the center's reliability for before/after school and summer care.

Caring and friendly staffstrong parent communicationeducational activities
Address
27303 Luther Drive, Santa Clarita, CA
Phone
(661) 251-3182
Early Learning Center Of Dixon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Lindsey's House Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its professional, caring staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic and social skills, along with excellent communication and responsiveness from teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, organized programs, and friendly atmosphere that keeps children eager to attend.

Professional and responsive staffstrong communication with parentsdevelopmental progress in children
Address
355 North Almond St., Room 21, Dixon, CA
Phone
(707) 678-5421
Cac - Buena Vista Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

CAC - Buena Vista Center receives consistently high praise for its clean facility, attentive staff, and quality care. Parents highlight the longevity of staff members, improvements in care quality, and the dedication of leadership, particularly the Director of Nursing and Director of Social Services.

Clean facilityattentive and caring staffknowledgeable leadership
Address
400 West Park Avenue, Santa Maria, CA
Phone
(805) 922-1439
Cac - Goleta I Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

CAC - Goleta I Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, child happiness, and helpful staff. One unrelated review about a senior lunch program at a different Davis Center location criticized staff organization and professionalism. Overall, parents feel comfortable and satisfied with the daycare services.

Kind and caring teachershelpful staffchildren happy and eager to attend
Address
5681 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA
Phone
(805) 967-7684
Ymca Glb Lindstrom Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
5900 Canehill Avenue, Lakewood, CA
Phone
(562) 916-5814
La Verne Parent Participation Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise LA VERNE PARENT PARTICIPATION PRESCHOOL as a warm, community-focused preschool where parents actively volunteer in classrooms. The school is noted for affordable pricing, strong child development focus, and creating a family-like environment with transparent operations and involved staff.

Affordable tuitionparent participation builds communitytransparency and accountability
Address
909 East Juanita Ave., La Verne, CA
Phone
(909) 599-9857
Building Blocks To Learning Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Building Blocks to Learning receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 7 five-star reviews praising the caring staff, child development, and inclusive approach to children with special needs. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and thriving in the program. One negative review claims the positive reviews are paid.

caring and passionate staffchildren enjoy attendingnoticeable developmental improvements in speech and learning
Address
10769 14th Ave., Armona, CA
Phone
(559) 772-8400
Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
905 N. Campus, Hanford, CA
Phone
(559) 583-6057
Future Hope Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
12536 Hanford-Armona Road, Hanford, CA
Phone
(559) 707-6395
School Age Care By You'Re Invited
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

You're Invited Children's Center in Riverside receives consistently high praise from parents for its play-based learning approach that fosters both academic and social-emotional development. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, flexible scheduling options, and the center's ability to help children build confidence, social skills, and independence without pressure-based learning. The facility serves infants through school-age children with programs including befor

Address
3991 Madison Street, Riverside, CA
Phone
(951) 351-1023
Cvusd-Nfl Neighborhood City Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
110 S. Conejo School Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA
Phone
(805) 494-8100
Bennett Valley Montessori - Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
2810 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Phone
(707) 537-8889
Mckinley Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

McKinley Montessori Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the quality of teaching staff, individualized attention to children, and effective learning outcomes. Parents report smooth transitions, strong teacher-child relationships, and a nurturing Montessori environment that supports child development across multiple age groups.

Caring and patient teachersindividualized attentionstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
217 E. Mckinley Avenue, Pomona, CA
Phone
(909) 620-8400
Merry Go Round Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Merry Go Round Pre-School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the nurturing environment, caring staff led by Director Mrs. Kim, and educational activities. One parent reported a serious injury incident from over 15 years ago alleging lack of staff accountability.

Loving and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean facilities
Address
446 West 8th Street, San Pedro, CA
Phone
(310) 833-0664

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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.