Licensed Daycare in Big Sur, California
Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.
Childcare costs in Big Sur
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 Big Sur 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
- 67 kids
ZIP codes covered
All Big Sur licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Bakersfield Precious Moments #388
Big Sur
Fresno Wonder Years #680
Big Sur
La Petite Academy Riverside #96
Big Sur
Los Angeles Rainbow Learning Center #1264
Big Sur
San Jose Generations Daycare #289
Big Sur
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
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Search 5 Licensed Centers in Big Sur
Free, no signup, verified directly with California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division.