Best Daycares in Tehachapi

Top 14 licensed childcare facilities ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

14 licensed facilities
0 top rated
79% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Kern County

2022 median
$1,527
/ month
infant
$892
/ month
toddler
$739
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $601/month).

Tehachapi offers a growing number of licensed daycare providers with 14 licensed facilities, including 8 Family Child Care Homes and 4 Child Care Centers. We ranked the top 14 based on their official compliance record and parent reviews to help you find the best fit for your family.

Compliance in Tehachapi, Kern County is solid, with 79% of our top-ranked providers maintaining a clean inspection record. Our top pick, Boyd-velasco Family Child Care, holds an Excellent facility score.

When it comes to cost, licensed child care centers in Tehachapi, Kern County charge a median of $1,460 per month for infant care and $768 for preschool. These are county-level estimates — individual facilities may vary. Family child care homes are typically more affordable, with infant care averaging around $946 per month.

Each facility listed below links to a detailed profile page where you can review inspection history, complaint records, capacity, and contact information. We update our rankings regularly as new licensing data becomes available.

Top 14 Daycares in Tehachapi

Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Tehachapi?
There are 14 licensed daycare facilities in Tehachapi, California, including family child care homes and child care centers.
What types of daycare are available in Tehachapi?
Tehachapi has 8 Family Child Care Home, 4 Child Care Center, 1 Single Licensed Child Care Center, 1 Child Care - Infant Center. Use the search filters to narrow by type.
How are daycares in Tehachapi rated?
Each facility is rated based on state inspection data, including Type A and Type B citations. 79% of facilities in Tehachapi have no citations on record.
How much does daycare cost in Tehachapi?
Based on typical county pricing data, licensed child care centers in Tehachapi charge approximately $1,460/month for infants, $845/month for toddlers, and $768/month for preschool-age children. Licensed family child care homes are typically 20–30% less, with infant care around $946/month. Exact pricing varies by facility.

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