Updated Nov 6, 2026 · Data from state licensing records · Methodology
Modesto, CA has 82 licensed child care centers and school-age programs with 3,689 licensed seats in Kinfield's index. 29 accept infants. 46 (56%) have no citations on record, and the typical program has 0.
What inspectors cite most in Modesto
Largest programs with no citations on record
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Ages | Last inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Lutheran Child Care | 95350 | 128 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-08-19 |
| Big Valley Christian School | 95356 | 120 | Preschool | 2024-09-26 |
| Hazel's Christian PS & Childcare Center 24 Hours | 95350 | 95 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2025-06-26 |
| Bethel Christian Daycare & Preschool | 95355 | 80 | Preschool | 2026-04-21 |
| Robertson Road Children's Center | 95351 | 72 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-03-10 |
| Capistrano Head Start | 95354 | 62 | Preschool | 2026-02-06 |
| Franklin Family Learning Center | 95351 | 60 | Preschool | 2026-09-17 |
| Grace Academy | 95355 | 60 | Preschool | 2025-04-03 |
| Modesto Christian Preschool | 95356 | 60 | Preschool | 2025-02-04 |
| Bright & Rooted LLC | 95356 | 57 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-08-11 |
| Davis Park Christian Academy | 95350 | 54 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-06-12 |
| Methodist Tiny Tots | 95354 | 54 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-09-09 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sequoia Preschool Academy | 95355 | 30 | 16 |
| Academic's Plus Learning Center | 95350 | 30 | 11 |
| Small World Christian School | 95354 | 74 | 10 |
| Childtime Children's Center | 95356 | 92 | 8 |
| Sequoia Preschool Academy | 95355 | 4 | 6 |
| Childtime Children's Center | 95355 | 14 | 5 |
| Childtime Children's Center | 95355 | 83 | 4 |
| Emanuel Lutheran Day Care | 95350 | 60 | 4 |
| Emanuel Lutheran Day Care | 95350 | 20 | 4 |
| Trinity Preschool | 95350 | 109 | 4 |
Large programs are inspected more and can carry more citations. Open each record for dates and corrections.
Neighborhoods by ZIP code
| ZIP | Programs | Licensed seats |
|---|---|---|
| 95350 | 23 | 1,225 |
| 95355 | 17 | 686 |
| 95351 | 15 | 558 |
| 95354 | 11 | 361 |
| 95356 | 9 | 674 |
| 95358 | 5 | 132 |
| 95357 | 2 | 53 |
How to check a Modesto 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.
Looking for the strongest records? See the top daycares in Modesto.
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Frequently asked questions
How many daycares are in Modesto, CA?
Kinfield lists 82 licensed child care centers and school-age programs in Modesto, CA, with 3,689 licensed seats. Home-based providers are counted separately.
How many Modesto daycares take infants?
29 licensed programs in Modesto, CA are licensed to care for infants.
What is the most common daycare citation in Modesto?
"Personal Rights (22 CCR §101223(a)(3))", cited at 8 programs in Modesto.