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Best Infant Daycares in Thermal

Top 11 licensed programs serving babies and toddlers (ages 0–2), ranked by compliance record, parent reviews, and capacity.

11 infant-capable facilities
0 top rated
100% clean record

Typical tuition

Average monthly cost in Riverside County

2022 median
$1,752
/ month
infant
$1,031
/ month
toddler
$817
/ month
preschool

Median cost at licensed child care centers. Licensed family child care homes typically cost 20-30% less (infant care around $652/month).

Thermal has 11 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 11 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 11 Infant Daycares in Thermal

1

Alvarado Mendez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
2

Angulo Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
3

Hernandez Family Day Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
4

Jaime Infante Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
5

Lizarraga Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
6

Lopez Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
7

Mendoza Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
8

Montes Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
9

Nava De Leon Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
10

Torres Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
11

Wilson-garcia Family Child Care

Excellent

Family Child Care Home · Thermal

Capacity: 14 Est. infant tuition: $800 – $1,100/mo
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed infant daycares are in Thermal?
Thermal has 11 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 Thermal?
Typical monthly tuition for infant care in Riverside County is about $1,576 at a center and $952 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.

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