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California Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2,263 private daycares & preschools serving 364,473 students in California.

The private daycares & preschools in California include BASIS Independent Silicon Valley Lower School, Hollywood Schoolhouse, and Foothill Country Day School.

The average tuition cost is $14,558, which is lower than the California average tuition cost of $17,625.

41% of private daycares & preschools in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 2263
# Students Served: 364,473

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 2263
# Students Served: 364,473

California Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

2,263

Private Schools

364,473

Students

$14,558

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

50%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in California?

The private daycares & preschools in California include BASIS Independent Silicon Valley Lower School, Hollywood Schoolhouse, and Foothill Country Day School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in California?

2,263 private daycares & preschools are located in California.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in California?

The average tuition cost is $14,558, which is lower than the California private school average tuition cost of $17,625.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in California?

California private daycares & preschools are approximately 50% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 52%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in California?

41% of private daycares & preschools in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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