Family Child Care Homes
Home-based programs run out of the caregiver's own house. Small homes serve up to 8 children; large homes serve up to 14 with an assistant. Often smaller group sizes and more flexible hours than centers.
About Family Child Care Homes
Home-based programs run out of the caregiver's own house. Small homes serve up to 8 children; large homes serve up to 14 with an assistant. Often smaller group sizes and more flexible hours than centers.
All 14,616 listings on this page are licensed and monitored by the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD). Each listing includes inspection history, complaint records, and citations.
When comparing options, review each facility's inspection and complaint history, then visit in person before deciding. The data on this site is a starting point for your research.
Facility data is sourced from the CDSS and may not reflect the most recent changes — verify directly with the agency for the latest record.
Family Child Care Homes in California
There are 14,616 licensed family child care homes facilities across California, all monitored by the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) of the California Department of Social Services.
Each facility's page includes current licensing status, inspection visit history, complaint records with investigation outcomes, and any Type A or Type B citations. This information is updated weekly by the CCLD and synced to our database to keep records current.
When evaluating a family child care homes, we recommend reviewing the inspection history, checking for any recent complaints, and visiting the facility in person. The data on this site should serve as a starting point for your research.