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Licensed Daycare in Lakewood, California

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

15
Licensed Centers
2
Infant Spots
$1,800/mo
California avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lakewood

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 Lakewood 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
70 kids

ZIP codes covered

90712 6 90715 5 90713 5

Program types in Lakewood

Preschool
2 centers
Montessori
2 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
2 centers
Family Daycare
2 centers
Infant Care
2 centers
Head Start
2 centers

All Lakewood licensed centers

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G Infant Care

Growing Minds Long Beach #303

Lakewood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 34
K Head Start

Kids R Us San Diego #204

Lakewood

2 years - 12 years Cap 96
L Montessori

La Petite Academy Sacramento #593

Lakewood

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 109
L Infant Care

Little Genius Los Angeles #495

Lakewood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 23
L Preschool

Little Hearts Santa Ana #11

Lakewood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 66
L Head Start

Long Beach ABC Childcare #301

Lakewood

2 years - 12 years Cap 80
L Before/After School

Long Beach Bright Beginnings #302

Lakewood

School Age (5+) Cap 81
L Montessori

Los Angeles Cloud Nine Kids #496

Lakewood

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 27
L Before/After School

Los Angeles Wonder Years #494

Lakewood

School Age (5+) Cap 48
S Licensed Center

Sacramento Discovery Preschool #594

Lakewood

Infants & Toddlers Cap 40
S Family Daycare

Sacramento Stepping Stones #595

Lakewood

School Age (5+) Cap 101
S Preschool

San Diego Golden Gate Daycare #203

Lakewood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 61
S Group Care

San Diego Precious Moments #202

Lakewood

School Age (5+) Cap 78
S Group Care

Santa Ana Bright Futures Daycare #10

Lakewood

School Age (5+) Cap 99
S Family Daycare

Santa Ana Rainbow Learning Center #9

Lakewood

School Age (5+) Cap 116

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lakewood, California?
Our directory lists 15 licensed childcare centers in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood?
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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Lakewood?
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 Lakewood 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.

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