Updated Nov 6, 2026 · Data from state licensing records · Methodology
Fullerton, CA has 53 licensed child care centers and school-age programs with 3,142 licensed seats in Kinfield's index. 13 accept infants. 13 (25%) have no citations on record, and the typical program has 2.
What inspectors cite most in Fullerton
Largest programs with no citations on record
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Ages | Last inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Avenue Preschool | 92832 | 93 | Preschool | 2026-08-18 |
| First Presbyterian Church | 92832 | 65 | School age | 2026-08-20 |
| Wilshire Ave. Kidzcare | 92832 | 60 | School age | 2026-08-04 |
| Fullerton School Dist. Sunset Lane Elem. School | 92833 | 48 | Preschool | 2026-03-24 |
| Woodcrest Elementary School | 92832 | 40 | Preschool | 2026-09-10 |
| Iremnant Infant-Toddler Center | 92833 | 38 | Infant, Toddler | 2026-04-02 |
| Csuf Children Center | 92834 | 34 | Infant, Toddler | 2026-04-08 |
| Fullerton Free Preschool | 92835 | 28 | School age | 2026-03-24 |
| Fullerton School District Beechwood School | 92831 | 27 | Preschool | 2026-09-17 |
| Hermosa Drive State Preschool | 92835 | 24 | Preschool | 2026-07-09 |
| Pylusd-Topaz State Preschool | 92831 | 24 | Preschool | 2026-02-05 |
| Andrews Head Start | 92831 | 20 | Preschool | 2026-02-05 |
No citations is a good sign, not a guarantee: newer programs have had fewer visits. Check the inspection dates.
Programs with the most citations
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia Montessori School | 92831 | 46 | 11 |
| Kindercare Learning Center | 92835 | 82 | 10 |
| Kindercare Learning Center | 92835 | 32 | 10 |
| Discovery Gardens Fullerton Eeelc | 92833 | 55 | 7 |
| Fullerton College Child Development Laboratory Sch | 92832 | 60 | 7 |
| Givingtree Montessori | 92835 | 41 | 7 |
| Acacia Montessori School | 92831 | 15 | 6 |
| Arborland Montessori Children's Academy | 92833 | 135 | 5 |
| Morningside Presbyterian Church Children's Center | 92831 | 52 | 5 |
| Kindercare Learning Center | 92835 | 42 | 5 |
Large programs are inspected more and can carry more citations. Open each record for dates and corrections.
Neighborhoods by ZIP code
How to check a Fullerton daycare
Search any program on Kinfield or the official California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) site. Our California guide explains what each finding means. Citation counts reflect how often inspectors visit and what each regulator records, so compare programs within the same state, not across states. A citation is a finding at one visit, not a rating. Check each program's page for dates and whether it was corrected.
Shortlisting programs? A Kinfield report pulls one program's full record, recent visits, what parents say and the questions to ask on your tour, reviewed by a person. $12, or 3 for $25.
Frequently asked questions
How many daycares are in Fullerton, CA?
Kinfield lists 53 licensed child care centers and school-age programs in Fullerton, CA, with 3,142 licensed seats. Home-based providers are counted separately.
How many Fullerton daycares take infants?
13 licensed programs in Fullerton, CA are licensed to care for infants.
What is the most common daycare citation in Fullerton?
"Drinking water lead testing (Health and Safety Code §1597.16(a)(1))", cited at 12 programs in Fullerton.