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Licensed Daycare in Eureka, California

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

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 Eureka?

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 .

15 licensed daycares in Eureka, 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 Eureka

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 Eureka 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: 73 kids

ZIP codes covered

95501 10 95503 5 95502 5

Program types in Eureka

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Eureka licensed centers

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A Group Care

Anaheim Generations Daycare #181

Eureka

School Age (5+) Cap 25

A Preschool

Anaheim KinderSmile #182

Eureka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Anaheim #180

Eureka

School Age (5+) Cap 92

L Preschool

La Petite Academy San Francisco #374

Eureka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 30

L Licensed Center

Little Genius Riverside #573

Eureka

Infants & Toddlers Cap 112

O Infant Care

Oakland Bright Futures Daycare #474

Eureka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 87

O Head Start

Oakland Little Stars Daycare #472

Eureka

2 years - 12 years Cap 119

O Before/After School

Oakland Rainbow Learning Center #473

Eureka

School Age (5+) Cap 70

R Infant Care

Riverside Panda Kids Academy #571

Eureka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 109

R Montessori

Riverside Wonder Years #572

Eureka

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 57

S Licensed Center

Sacramento ABC Childcare #82

Eureka

Infants & Toddlers Cap 87

S Family Daycare

Sacramento Bright Beginnings #83

Eureka

School Age (5+) Cap 45

S Montessori

Sacramento Early Learning Center #81

Eureka

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 60

S Head Start

San Francisco Discovery Preschool #375

Eureka

2 years - 12 years Cap 31

S Group Care

San Francisco Primrose School #373

Eureka

School Age (5+) Cap 57

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Eureka, California?

Our directory lists 15 licensed childcare centers in Eureka, 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 Eureka?

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 Eureka 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 Eureka typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Eureka?

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 Eureka 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.