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Licensed Daycare in Capitola, California

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

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 Capitola?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,800/mo

California avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Capitola

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 Capitola 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

95010 5

Program types in Capitola

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Capitola licensed centers

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G Infant Care

Growing Minds Bakersfield #628

Capitola

Preschool (2-5) Cap 62

K Head Start

Kids R Us San Jose #529

Capitola

2 years - 12 years Cap 52

L Preschool

Little Hearts Riverside #336

Capitola

Preschool (2-5) Cap 98

O Family Daycare

Oakland Stepping Stones #237

Capitola

School Age (5+) Cap 89

S Montessori

San Francisco Cloud Nine Kids #138

Capitola

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 52

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 Capitola, California?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Capitola, 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 Capitola?

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 Capitola 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 Capitola typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Capitola?

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 Capitola 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.