Licensed Preschool in Yuba City, CA
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Preschool in Yuba City
As of August 2026
Yuba City's 88 CCLD-licensed providers skew toward family child care homes, 58 of them versus 30 centers, a 66%-to-34% split. Combined licensed capacity is about 2,146 children, averaging roughly 24 per site. Preschool coverage leads at 90%, with infant and toddler care each around 72%. CloverMap consolidates all 88 verified Yuba City listings into one searchable page. Most families searching here, regardless of a child's age, should be able to find a meaningful number of providers to compare.
What to know about childcare in Yuba City
Family child care homes account for 58 of Yuba City's 88 licensed providers, about 66%, while centers make up the remaining 30, or 34%. State preschool programs such as ANDROS KARPEROS STATE PRESCHOOL are among Yuba City's 30 centers, a smaller group relative to the home-based majority.
Yuba City's 88 providers report combined licensed capacity of about 2,146 children, averaging roughly 24 per site, reflecting a roster tilted toward the generally smaller-scale home setting.
Age coverage in Yuba City is solid: preschool is served by 79 of the 88 providers, about 90%, while infants and toddlers are each covered by 63 providers, roughly 72%, and school-age children by 59 providers, or 67%. Most families searching here, regardless of a child's age, should find a meaningful number of options.
Yuba City's providers are licensed under the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD), which applies consistent staffing, ratio, and facility standards to family child care homes and centers alike throughout California.
Because homes make up two-thirds of Yuba City's roster, parents here should expect a search weighted toward that smaller, home-based setting, with 30 centers available as an alternative for families who prefer a larger facility. With preschool coverage at 90% and infant and toddler coverage each around 72%, families across most age groups should find a workable set of options to compare.
Because two-thirds of Yuba City's roster operates as family child care homes, parents searching for the center-based alternative have a smaller field of 30 providers to work with, while those open to either setting will find the home-based majority appearing more frequently in results. With age coverage running between 67% and 90% across every category, most families should still be able to find a provider whose coverage matches their child's current age. Confirming a listing's specific age coverage directly, rather than assuming it applies, remains a useful step before reaching out, since not every provider on the roster serves every age group even in a city with generally strong coverage. All 88 of Yuba City's listed providers reported a capacity figure, so the 24-per-site average reflects the complete roster rather than a partial sample, a useful benchmark given that family child care homes, generally smaller than centers, make up 66% of this city's roster. CloverMap's Yuba City page brings this full roster into one searchable list, letting parents filter by setting and age group before contacting individual providers directly.
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Tips for choosing childcare in Yuba City
Verify Licensing
Always confirm that a daycare holds a valid state license. Licensed centers meet health, safety, and staffing requirements.
Read Parent Reviews
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Ask About Curriculum
Ask whether the program is play-based, Montessori or STEM-focused. The approach shapes your child's day.
Consider Schedule Fit
Make sure operating hours, program types, and flexibility match your family's daily schedule and work commitments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed daycares are in Yuba City, CA?
CloverMap lists many CDSS-licensed daycare providers in Yuba City, California. All listings have been verified against the California CDSS licensing database.
Do daycares in Yuba City accept the CalWORKs Child Care subsidy?
Yes, many CDSS-licensed daycares in Yuba City accept California's CalWORKs Child Care childcare subsidy, which can reduce your childcare cost significantly depending on your income. Use CloverMap's CalWORKs Child Care filter to find accepting providers in Yuba City.
What is the average daycare cost in Yuba City, CA?
Daycare costs in Yuba City typically range from $700–$2,200/month depending on the child's age and care type. Infant care is the most expensive ($1,100–$2,200/month), while preschool-age care averages $700–$1,400/month. NAEYC-accredited centers run about 20% higher than average.
What should I look for when choosing a daycare in Yuba City?
Look for CDSS licensure (required in California), staff-to-child ratios, curriculum type (Montessori, play-based, faith-based), age group coverage, CalWORKs Child Care acceptance, and parent reviews. CloverMap lets you filter by all of these criteria for daycares in Yuba City.
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