Licensed Daycare in Alameda, California
5 licensed daycares in Alameda, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official California licensing records.
Childcare costs in Alameda
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 Alameda 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
- 88 kids
ZIP codes covered
All Alameda licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Los Angeles Children's Place #1358
Alameda
Nurturing Hearts Bakersfield #482
Alameda
Oakland Playhouse Academy #91
Alameda
Riverside Learning Tree #190
Alameda
San Jose Kids First Academy #383
Alameda
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
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