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Licensed Daycare in Davis, California

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Davis?

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 Davis?

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 .

6 licensed daycares in Davis, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official California licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,800/mo

California avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Davis

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 Davis 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: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

95616 6

Program types in Davis

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Davis licensed centers

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H Infant Care

Happy Days Anaheim Daycare #241

Davis

Preschool (2-5) Cap 110

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Sacramento #142

Davis

2 years - 12 years Cap 91

L Group Care

Los Angeles Learning Center #43

Davis

School Age (5+) Cap 55

O Family Daycare

Oakland Little Scholars #533

Davis

School Age (5+) Cap 27

R Preschool

Riverside Sunshine Daycare #632

Davis

Preschool (2-5) Cap 64

S Montessori

San Francisco Smart Start Academy #434

Davis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 65

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Davis, California?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Davis, 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 Davis?

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 Davis 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 Davis typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Davis?

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 Davis 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.