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Licensed Daycare in Lawndale, California

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

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 Lawndale?

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 .

10 licensed daycares in Lawndale, 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 Lawndale

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 Lawndale 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: 76 kids

ZIP codes covered

90261 5 90260 5

Program types in Lawndale

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Child Care Center

1 centers

All Lawndale licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Anaheim Panda Kids Academy #635

Lawndale

Infants & Toddlers Cap 99

A Family Daycare

Anaheim Wonder Years #636

Lawndale

School Age (5+) Cap 35

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Long Beach #244

Lawndale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 72

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Los Angeles #438

Lawndale

School Age (5+) Cap 65

L Head Start

Long Beach Generations Daycare #245

Lawndale

2 years - 12 years Cap 113

L Head Start

Los Angeles Primrose School #437

Lawndale

2 years - 12 years Cap 108

S Infant Care

Sacramento Little Stars Daycare #536

Lawndale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 112

S Montessori

Sacramento Rainbow Learning Center #537

Lawndale

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 88

S Group Care

San Diego ABC Childcare #146

Lawndale

School Age (5+) Cap 22

S Family Daycare

San Diego Early Learning Center #145

Lawndale

School Age (5+) Cap 50

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lawndale, California?

Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare centers in Lawndale, 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 Lawndale?

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 Lawndale 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 Lawndale typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lawndale?

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 Lawndale 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.