How many licensed daycares are in McFarland?

There are 19 licensed daycare facilities in McFarland, California, including family child care homes and child care centers.

What types of daycare are available in McFarland?

McFarland has 17 Family Child Care Home, 2 Child Care Center. Use the search filters to narrow by type.

How are daycares in McFarland rated?

Each facility is rated based on state inspection data, including Type A and Type B citations. 100% of facilities in McFarland have no citations on record.

How much does daycare cost in McFarland?

Based on typical county pricing data, licensed child care centers in McFarland charge approximately $1,527/month for infants, $892/month for toddlers, and $739/month for preschool-age children. Licensed family child care homes are typically 20–30% less, with infant care around $1,029/month. Exact pricing varies by facility.

McFarland

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19 facilities

100% clean

16 avg cap.

306

Total capacity

With openings

Low

Demand level

Recent Activity

12 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

100% of facilities here have no violations — well above the state average.

🏠 Home-based care options

17 of 19 facilities are home-based — great for parents who prefer smaller, more personal settings.

About This City

Daycares in McFarland

McFarland has 19 licensed daycare facilities, one of the top five cities for daycare in Kern County. The majority are Family Child Care Homes (17), along with 2 Child Care Centers.

The average facility capacity is 16 children, and an impressive 100% 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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