Licensed Daycare in Rancho Santa Mar, California
Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.
Childcare costs in Rancho Santa Mar
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 Rancho Santa Mar 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
- 51 kids
ZIP codes covered
All Rancho Santa Mar licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Bakersfield Bright Futures Daycare #74
Rancho Santa Mar
Fresno Bright Beginnings #366
Rancho Santa Mar
Los Angeles Golden Gate Daycare #950
Rancho Santa Mar
San Diego Discovery Preschool #658
Rancho Santa Mar
Santa Ana KinderSmile #465
Rancho Santa Mar
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
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Search 5 Licensed Centers in Rancho Santa Mar
Free, no signup, verified directly with California Department of Social Services — Community Care Licensing Division.