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Licensed Daycare in Stockton, California

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.

55
Licensed Centers
6
Infant Spots
$1,800/mo
California avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Stockton

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 Stockton 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
62 kids

ZIP codes covered

95207 7 95202 7 95219 6 95205 6 95215 5 95212 5 95210 5 95209 5

Program types in Stockton

Preschool Program
7 centers
Montessori School
7 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
7 centers
Licensed Family Daycare Home
7 centers
Licensed Child Care Center
7 centers
Head Start Center
7 centers

All Stockton licensed centers

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J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Riverside #401

Stockton

2 years - 12 years Cap 65
K Group Care

Kids R Us Riverside #399

Stockton

School Age (5+) Cap 34
L Preschool

La Petite Academy San Francisco #206

Stockton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 29
L Head Start

Little Genius Anaheim #7

Stockton

2 years - 12 years Cap 40
L Licensed Center

Little Genius Riverside #405

Stockton

Infants & Toddlers Cap 39
L Montessori

Little Hearts Oakland #307

Stockton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 34
L Preschool

Little Hearts San Jose #592

Stockton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 54
N Infant Care

Nurturing Hearts Anaheim #9

Stockton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31
O Infant Care

Oakland Bright Futures Daycare #306

Stockton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 40
O Preschool

Oakland Childcare Academy #303

Stockton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 100
O Infant Care

Oakland Generations Daycare #298

Stockton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 39
O Montessori

Oakland KinderSmile #299

Stockton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 38
O Group Care

Oakland Learning Center #302

Stockton

School Age (5+) Cap 94
O Head Start

Oakland Little Stars Daycare #304

Stockton

2 years - 12 years Cap 94
O Family Daycare

Oakland Playhouse Academy #301

Stockton

School Age (5+) Cap 113

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Stockton, California?
Our directory lists 55 licensed childcare centers in Stockton, 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 Stockton?
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 Stockton 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 Stockton typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Stockton?
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 Stockton 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.

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