Licensed Daycare in Modesto, California
Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.
Childcare costs in Modesto
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 Modesto 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
- 64 kids
All Modesto licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Active Kids San Jose #669
Modesto
Anaheim Precious Moments #83
Modesto
First Steps Riverside #477
Modesto
Jumping Jacks Oakland #372
Modesto
San Francisco Little Stars Daycare #275
Modesto
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Search 35 Licensed Centers in Modesto
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