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Licensed Daycare in Santa Rosa, California

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Santa Rosa?

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 Santa Rosa?

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 Santa Rosa

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 Santa Rosa 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: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

95405 9 95401 8 95403 6 95409 5 95407 5 95404 5 1

Program types in Santa Rosa

Montessori School

4 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

4 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

4 centers

Head Start Center

4 centers

Before & After School Care

4 centers

All Santa Rosa licensed centers

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O Preschool

Oakland Little Scholars #407

Santa Rosa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 62

O Family Daycare

Oakland Stepping Stones #405

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 113

R Group Care

Riverside Bright Futures Daycare #503

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 95

R Head Start

Riverside Kids First Academy #505

Santa Rosa

2 years - 12 years Cap 83

R Family Daycare

Riverside Rainbow Learning Center #502

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 56

R Before/After School

Riverside Sunshine Daycare #506

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 106

S Preschool

Sacramento Golden Gate Daycare #13

Santa Rosa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 29

S Before/After School

Sacramento Learning Tree #15

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 46

S Group Care

Sacramento Precious Moments #12

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 33

S Montessori

Sacramento Sunflower Daycare #17

Santa Rosa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 59

S Montessori

San Francisco Cloud Nine Kids #306

Santa Rosa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 35

S Group Care

San Francisco Little Angels #309

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 21

S Family Daycare

San Francisco Smart Start Academy #308

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 68

S Before/After School

San Francisco Wonder Years #304

Santa Rosa

School Age (5+) Cap 29

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Riverside #507

Santa Rosa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 117

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Santa Rosa, California?

Our directory lists 30 licensed childcare centers in Santa Rosa, 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 Santa Rosa?

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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Santa Rosa?

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 Santa Rosa 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.