How many licensed daycares are in Carpinteria?

There are 14 licensed daycare facilities in Carpinteria, California, including family child care homes and child care centers.

What types of daycare are available in Carpinteria?

Carpinteria has 7 Child Care Center, 3 Family Child Care Home, 3 Child Care - Infant Center, 1 School Age Child Care Center. Use the search filters to narrow by type.

How are daycares in Carpinteria rated?

Each facility is rated based on state inspection data, including Type A and Type B citations. 93% of facilities in Carpinteria have no citations on record.

How much does daycare cost in Carpinteria?

Based on typical county pricing data, licensed child care centers in Carpinteria charge approximately $1,959/month for infants, $1,338/month for toddlers, and $1,048/month for preschool-age children. Licensed family child care homes are typically 20–30% less, with infant care around $1,572/month. Exact pricing varies by facility.

Carpinteria

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14 facilities

93% clean

43 avg cap.

608

Total capacity

With openings

Low

Demand level

Recent Activity

16 yrs

Avg facility age

Tips for Parents

📍 Limited supply

This area has fewer facilities than the county average. Consider expanding your search to nearby areas.

✅ Strong compliance record

93% of facilities here have no violations — well above the state average.

🏢 Center-based care

This area is well-served by larger child care centers, offering structured programs and more capacity.

About This City

Daycares in Carpinteria

Carpinteria has 14 licensed daycare facilities, a modest selection of providers in Santa Barbara County. The majority are Child Care Centers (7), followed by 3 Family Child Care Homes, 3 Child Care - Infant Centers, and 1 School Age Child Care Centers.

The average facility capacity is 43 children, and an impressive 93% 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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