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PRECIADO CAMARENA FAMILY CHILD CARE

PRECIADO CAMARENA FAMILY CHILD CARE

Preciado Camarena Family Child Care is a home based child care provider in LOS ANGELES, Ca... Read More

LOS ANGELES, CA 90002
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
ZAMORA FAMILY CHILD CARE

ZAMORA FAMILY CHILD CARE

Zamora Family Child Care is a home based child care provider in LOS ANGELES, California. C... Read More

LOS ANGELES, CA 90002
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
VILLALOBOS FAMILY CHILD CARE

VILLALOBOS FAMILY CHILD CARE

Villalobos Family Child Care is a home based child care provider in LOS ANGELES, Californi... Read More

LOS ANGELES, CA 90002
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
HAYES FAMILY CHILD CARE

HAYES FAMILY CHILD CARE

Hayes Family Child Care is a home based child care provider in LOS ANGELES, California. Ca... Read More

LOS ANGELES, CA 90002
Up to 5 years
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Home based
Durfee Elementary School Preschool

Durfee Elementary School Preschool

Durfee Elementary School Preschool is a child care center in PICO RIVERA, California. Full... Read More

PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
2 years - 5 years
8:10am - 3:00pm
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Center, STEAM
Heritage Montessori School of Newport Beach - Costa Mesa

Heritage Montessori School of Newport Beach - Costa Mesa

Heritage Montessori School is a child care center in COSTA MESA, California. Care is offer... Read More

3.0- 4 Reviews
COSTA MESA, CA 92627
2 years - 5 years
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Center, Montessori
Future Stars Academy

Future Stars Academy

Future Stars Academy offers educational programs for children ages 2 months to 6 years, fo... Read More

4.7- 12 Reviews
LOMITA, CA 90717
Up to 23 months
Mon-Sat/Sun, 9:00am - 5:00pm
$1,750/month
Center, Play based, STEM
ST. JOACHIM SCHOOL

ST. JOACHIM SCHOOL

St. Joachim School is a child care center in COSTA MESA, California. Care is offered for u... Read More

COSTA MESA, CA 92627
2 years - 5 years
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Center
Locke Early Education Center

Locke Early Education Center

Locke Early Education Center is a child care center in LOS ANGELES, California. Care is of... Read More

4.0- 12 Reviews
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
2 years - 5 years
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Center
Locke Early Education Center

Locke Early Education Center

L.A. Trust daycare offering pre-k care. Located near Alain LeRoy Locke College Preparatory... Read More

4.0- 12 Reviews
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
Up to 23 months
7:00am - 7:00pm
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Center, Play based
GIL FAMILY CHILD CARE

GIL FAMILY CHILD CARE

Gil Family Child Care is a home based child care provider in HACIENDA HEIGHTS, California.... Read More

HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
GU FAMILY CHILD CARE

GU FAMILY CHILD CARE

Gu Family Child Care is a home based child care provider in HACIENDA HEIGHTS, California. ... Read More

HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based

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Frequently asked questions about Los Alamitos daycares

How much does daycare cost in Los Alamitos, CA?

Daycare prices in Los Alamitos vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Los Alamitos and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Los Alamitos, CA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Los Alamitos?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Los Alamitos daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Los Alamitos families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.