Licensed Daycare in Encinitas, California
Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.
Childcare costs in Encinitas
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 Encinitas 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 overviewQuick 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
- 57 kids
All Encinitas licensed centers
Page 1 of 1ABC Academy Los Angeles #696
Encinitas
Explorer Kids Santa Ana #211
Encinitas
Fresno Early Learning Center #112
Encinitas
Long Beach Little Stars Daycare #503
Encinitas
San Diego Primrose School #404
Encinitas
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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Search 5 Licensed Centers in Encinitas
Free, no signup, verified directly with California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division.