Ages 0–2

Best Infant Daycares in El Centro

Top 20 licensed programs serving babies and toddlers (ages 0–2), ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

43 infant-capable facilities

0 top rated

100% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Imperial County

2022 median

$960

/ month

infant

$760

/ month

toddler

$698

/ month

preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $560/month).

El Centro has 43 licensed childcare providers that serve infants and toddlers, combining dedicated Infant Centers with Family Child Care Homes whose CCLD licenses cover infant age groups. California enforces strict staffing ratios for infant care — typically one caregiver per four infants — and this listing ranks the top 20 options by compliance record, parent reviews, and licensed capacity.

100% of the ranked programs have a clean inspection record with no Type A (serious) or Type B (minor) citations on file. Each facility page includes the full inspection history, complaint records, and capacity details so you can make an informed decision before touring.

Whether you need care for a 6-month-old or a 20-month-old, the programs below cover the full 0–2 age band. Click any listing to see hours, tuition (when the owner has published it), and the most recent CCLD inspection summary.

Top 20 Infant Daycares in El Centro

Alejandrina Ortiz Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Alma Torres Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Altagracia Lucero Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Amelia Velazquez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Ana Maria Palacios Torres Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Analilia Mendoza Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Araceli Villarreal Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Cesar De La Torre Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Cristina Garcia Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Dayanne Osorio Perez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Emiliana Galvez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Erika Hernandez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Gabriela Perez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Harmony Montessori Preschool - Infants

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · El Centro

Capacity: 19 Est. infant tuition: $750 – $1,050/mo

Janeth Nevarez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Jessica Castaneda-aguirre Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Joceline Trevino Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Johana Guevara Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Josefina Alvarez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · El Centro

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $650 – $850/mo

Kinder Castle Learning Academy

Excellent

Child Care - Infant Center · El Centro

Capacity: 26 Est. infant tuition: $750 – $1,050/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed infant daycares are in El Centro?

El Centro has 43 licensed childcare providers that serve infants and toddlers (ages 0–2). This includes dedicated Infant Centers and Family Child Care Homes whose licenses cover infant care.

What's the difference between an Infant Center and a Family Child Care Home for infant care?

Infant Centers are commercial facilities dedicated to babies and toddlers with lower child-to-staff ratios (typically 1:4 for infants) and infant-trained caregivers. Family Child Care Homes run from the caregiver's private residence with smaller mixed-age groups — often more flexible hours and a home-like feel.

How much does infant care cost in El Centro?

Typical monthly tuition for infant care in Imperial County is about $904 at a center and $738 at a family child care home (based on 2022 benchmark data). Actual rates vary by facility, schedule, and whether meals are included.

What should I look for when visiting an infant daycare?

Check the caregiver-to-infant ratio (state requires 1:4 or better for infants), look at the nap and feeding setup, ask about diaper changes and feeding schedules, review the facility's inspection history on its detail page, and trust your gut on how caregivers interact with the babies present during your tour.