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1,069 Before or After School Daycare in California

Browse 1,069 before or after school daycare 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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All Before or After School Daycare in California

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Southwest Community Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
327 A Street, Bakersfield, CA
Phone
(661) 327-7267
Mistwood Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1801 Tenth St., Eureka, CA
Phone
(707) 444-8100
Heritage Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
29000 Portola Parkway, Lake Forest, CA
Phone
(949) 305-0086
Fusd-King Child Development Center
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1001 E. Florence, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 457-2972
Hilltop Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Hilltop Nursery School receives consistently perfect ratings from parents who praise its Reggio-inspired, play-based curriculum and caring teachers. Parents highlight the school's focus on social-emotional development, individualized learning, and strong sense of community, with many families returning for multiple children. The co-op model is valued for enabling parental involvement and learning alongside their children.

loving and caring teacherssafe and welcoming environmentplay-based and Reggio-inspired curriculum
Address
9685 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA
Phone
(714) 963-9838
Joyful Noises Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1912 Florida Street, Huntington Beach, CA
Phone
(714) 536-8909
Fresno Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1572 E. Barstow, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 432-3669
Montessori Greenhouse School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
4001 Howard Street, Los Alamitos, CA
Phone
(562) 430-4409
Central Orange Coast Ymca - Arroyo School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
11112 Coronel Road, Santa Ana, CA
Phone
(714) 544-4051
Joyful Noise Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1390 Franklin Road, Yuba City, CA
Phone
(530) 673-4808
Sunshine School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Sunshine School is a highly-regarded bilingual English-Chinese preschool in San Jose where children develop strong language skills and social-emotional growth. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive teachers, nutritious meals, and enriching extracurricular activities that keep children engaged and happy.

Bilingual education with strong Chinese language instructionloving and caring teachers who provide individual attentionfreshly made meals and healthy
Address
3412 Sierra Road, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 464-5837
Sunshine School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Sunshine School as a warm, well-organized bilingual preschool with caring, attentive teachers. Children are excited to attend daily, and many continue to visit their former teachers years after graduating. The school offers structured academics, enriching activities, meals included in tuition, and maintains strong teacher-to-student ratios.

Bilingual English-Mandarin programcaring and passionate teacherswarm nurturing environment
Address
1311 Vinci Park Way, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 464-5837
Woodside West School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
2577 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Phone
(707) 528-6666
Temple Judea Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
5429 Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA
Phone
(818) 342-3840
Valley Of The Moon Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
136 Mission Terrace, Sonoma, CA
Phone
(707) 938-4265
Valley Parent Pre School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Valley Parent Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its warm, nurturing environment and play-based learning approach. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, strong community through the co-op program, and positive impact on their children's social-emotional development. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving in the school's supportive setting.

Caring and nurturing teachersplay-based learningwarm and welcoming environment
Address
935 Camino Ramon, Danville, CA
Phone
(925) 837-5401
Monarch Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1715 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA
Phone
(408) 263-4840
Rose Blossom Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Rose Blossom Nursery School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, particularly Director Sharon, and the balanced approach combining structured learning with play-based activities. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with improved confidence, strong preparation for elementary school, and genuine enjoyment attending the program.

Experienced and caring teachersstructured curriculum with themesbalance of play-based and academic learning
Address
6401 Freedom Boulevard, Aptos, CA
Phone
(831) 662-8458
Happy Days School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1301 Stroud Avenue, Kingsburg, CA
Phone
(559) 897-3421
Myrtle Farm Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Myrtle Farm Montessori for its exceptional Montessori curriculum, caring teachers, and unique farm environment. Multiple reviewers highlight individualized instruction, strong teacher-child relationships, and the school's positive impact on their children's academic and emotional development. Former families report lasting connections with the school and note their children's successful transitions to elementary school.

Montessori curriculumindividualized instruction tailored to each child's levelcaring and attentive teachers
Address
4976 Myrtle Dr, Concord, CA
Phone
(925) 356-2482
Gazelle Developmental School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
770 N. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA
Phone
(650) 347-8411
Old Firehouse School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
984 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA
Phone
(925) 284-4321
Parkside Day School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
301 El Camino Real, South San Francisco, CA
Phone
(650) 866-3777
Belvedere Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
15 Cove Road Place, Belvedere, CA
Phone
(415) 435-1661
Mills College Children'S School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
5000 Macarthur Blvd., Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 430-2118
My Own Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise My Own Montessori for its authentic Montessori curriculum, caring and attentive teachers, and calm, nurturing environment that fosters independence and curiosity. Children develop strong social-emotional skills, confidence, and a genuine love of learning through carefully prepared activities and play. The school community is described as warm, welcoming, and supportive with strong parent involvement.

Montessori method implementationcaring and dedicated teacherswell-designed curriculum with creative activities
Address
5723 Oak Grove Avenue, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 652-5979
Kinderhouse Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
6540 Flanders Drive, San Diego, CA
Phone
(858) 550-0097
Leport School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
520 Balour Drive, Encinitas, CA
Phone
(760) 545-4430
Mount Zion Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
224 A W. California Street, Ontario, CA
Phone
(909) 988-2280
Lafayette Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Lafayette Nursery School is a highly-regarded co-op preschool where parents actively participate in classroom activities. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, experienced teachers, and strong sense of community that extends beyond school hours.

Experienced and caring teachersplay-based learning philosophywarm and welcoming environment
Address
979 First Street, Lafayette, CA
Phone
(925) 284-2448

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,069 before or after school 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.