Licensed Daycare in Bakersfield, California
Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.
Childcare costs in Bakersfield
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 Bakersfield 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
- 55 kids
All Bakersfield licensed centers
Page 1 of 1ABC Academy Santa Ana #617
Bakersfield
Fresno KinderSmile #520
Bakersfield
Little Hearts Los Angeles #1098
Bakersfield
Los Angeles Children's Place #1106
Bakersfield
San Jose Childcare Academy #126
Bakersfield
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Search 40 Licensed Centers in Bakersfield
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