Santa Clara County

Browse and compare licensed childcare providers in Santa Clara County

1,567 facilities
19 cities

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Santa Clara County

2022 median
$2,283
/ month
infant
$1,614
/ month
toddler
$1,776
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $912/month).

1,567 facilities
19 cities
87% clean
40 avg cap.

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
87% of facilities here have no violations — well above the state average.
🏠 Home-based care options
825 of 1567 facilities are home-based — great for parents who prefer smaller, more personal settings.
About This County

Daycares in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara County is home to 1,567 licensed daycare facilities across 19 cities, making it among the more active daycare markets in California. The highest concentration of providers is in San Jose (722), followed by Sunnyvale (198) and Santa Clara (131).

Across the county, 87% of facilities maintain a clean violation record. The average facility capacity is 40 children. Browse by city below to find licensed daycares, preschools, and family child care homes near you.

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