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Licensed Daycare in College Heights, California

Q: What's the average daycare cost in College Heights?

Statewide averages in California run roughly $1800/month for infants and $1240/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in College Heights?

California families can apply for CalWORKs Child Care + APP (Alternative Payment Program) (intake: (916) 651-6195). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

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Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,800/mo

California avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in College Heights

ChildCare Aware reports the California average full-time cost at $1,800/month for infant care and $1,240/month for preschool. City-level prices in College Heights vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. California families may also qualify for CalWORKs Child Care + APP (Alternative Payment Program) (intake: (916) 651-6195).

Full California licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 44 kids

ZIP codes covered

93305 5

Program types in College Heights

Montessori School

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All College Heights licensed centers

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B Family Daycare

Bakersfield Learning Tree #223

College Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 54

F Infant Care

First Steps Santa Ana #614

College Heights

Preschool (2-5) Cap 62

L Group Care

Los Angeles Kids First Academy #1099

College Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 30

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Fresno #515

College Heights

2 years - 12 years Cap 36

S Montessori

San Jose Playhouse Academy #124

College Heights

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 40

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in College Heights, California?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in College Heights, California, sourced from California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in College Heights?

Statewide averages in California run roughly $1800/month for infants and $1240/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in College Heights daycares?

All licensed California centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in College Heights typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in College Heights?

California families can apply for CalWORKs Child Care + APP (Alternative Payment Program) (intake: (916) 651-6195). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a College Heights daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.