Atwater
Atwater has 34 licensed daycare facilities, the third highest number in Merced County. The majority are Family Child Care Homes (19), followed by 9 Child Care Centers, 4 Child Care - Infant Centers, and 2 School Age Child Care Centers.
34 facilities
34 facilities
91% clean
25 avg cap.
860
Total capacity
0
With openings
High
Demand level
Recent Activity
+2
New this year
17 yrs
Avg facility age
Tips for Parents
📊 Well-served area
This area has more facilities than the county average — you have plenty of options to compare.
✅ Strong compliance record
91% of facilities here have no violations — well above the state average.
🏠 Home-based care options
19 of 34 facilities are home-based — great for parents who prefer smaller, more personal settings.
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Daycares in Atwater
Atwater has 34 licensed daycare facilities, the third highest number in Merced County. The majority are Family Child Care Homes (19), followed by 9 Child Care Centers, 4 Child Care - Infant Centers, and 2 School Age Child Care Centers.
The average facility capacity is 25 children, and an impressive 91% of providers maintain a clean violation record. Browse facilities below to compare scores, inspection history, and capacity for licensed daycares near you.
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