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Licensed Daycare in Oxnard, California

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

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 Oxnard?

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 .

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.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,800/mo

California avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Oxnard

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 Oxnard 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: 59 kids

ZIP codes covered

93035 5 93033 5 93030 5 93036 1 1

Program types in Oxnard

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

2 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

2 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

2 centers

All Oxnard licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Bakersfield #135

Oxnard

School Age (5+) Cap 74

B Preschool

Bakersfield Golden Gate Daycare #137

Oxnard

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

B Group Care

Bakersfield Precious Moments #136

Oxnard

School Age (5+) Cap 73

E Montessori

Explorer Kids San Jose #36

Oxnard

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 54

F Head Start

Fresno Panda Kids Academy #427

Oxnard

2 years - 12 years Cap 31

F Before/After School

Fresno Wonder Years #428

Oxnard

School Age (5+) Cap 19

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Santa Ana #527

Oxnard

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 109

L Infant Care

Little Genius Fresno #429

Oxnard

Preschool (2-5) Cap 109

L Head Start

Los Angeles Bright Futures Daycare #1013

Oxnard

2 years - 12 years Cap 88

L Group Care

Los Angeles Little Stars Daycare #1011

Oxnard

School Age (5+) Cap 41

L Preschool

Los Angeles Rainbow Learning Center #1012

Oxnard

Preschool (2-5) Cap 70

S Licensed Center

San Jose Generations Daycare #37

Oxnard

Infants & Toddlers Cap 16

S Family Daycare

San Jose KinderSmile #38

Oxnard

School Age (5+) Cap 45

S Licensed Center

Santa Ana Discovery Preschool #528

Oxnard

Infants & Toddlers Cap 109

S Infant Care

Santa Ana Primrose School #526

Oxnard

Preschool (2-5) Cap 28

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Oxnard, California?

Our directory lists 15 licensed childcare centers in Oxnard, 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 Oxnard?

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 Oxnard 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 Oxnard typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Oxnard?

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 Oxnard 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.