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Child care and after-school programs in California

13,288 childcare centers and after-school programs in our directory. Data updated Oct 21, 2026. Home-based family child care is not listed.

State rules at a glance

Childcare licensing: California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Community Care Licensing Division, Child Care Licensing Program Official agency page

Youth camps: Some camp types only. Organized camps (as defined in Health and Safety Code §18897) must send written notice to the local health officer at least 30 days before operating each year and meet Title 17 standards, including a camp director at least 25 years old with two seasons of camp supervisory experience, at least 1 counselor (18+ or a high school graduate) per 10 campers under 1…

School-age ratio: 1:14. School-age (school-age child care center)

Read the full California rules page · Checked October 2026

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Listings are excerpts or adaptations of the source data. State data changes. Confirm the license and program details with the agency before you enroll a child.

We list childcare centers, school-age programs and camps. Some are licensed, registered or license-exempt. We do not list home-based family child care. A listing is not an endorsement; confirm licensing and program details with the state.