Updated Nov 6, 2026 · Data from state licensing records · Methodology
Simi Valley, CA has 40 licensed child care centers and school-age programs with 2,451 licensed seats in Kinfield's index. 13 accept infants. 15 (38%) have no citations on record, and the typical program has 1.
What inspectors cite most in Simi Valley
Largest programs with no citations on record
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Ages | Last inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Ranch School & Camp | 93063 | 224 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-06-25 |
| Simi Valley Family YMCA - Atherwood Elementary | 93065 | 92 | School age | 2025-10-31 |
| Trinity Lutheran Preschool | 93063 | 85 | Preschool | 2026-08-28 |
| Kids N Things | 93063 | 84 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-06-04 |
| Little Becomers Preschool & Daycare | 93065 | 72 | Preschool | 2025-08-06 |
| Simi Valley Family YMCA - Justin Early Learning | 93065 | 60 | Preschool | 2026-04-29 |
| Simi Valley Family YMCA - Hollow Hills | 93065 | 60 | School age | 2026-06-17 |
| Simi Valley Family YMCA - Katherine | 93063 | 60 | School age | 2026-10-28 |
| Simi Valley Family YMCA - White Oak | 93063 | 60 | School age | 2025-10-31 |
| Simi Valley Family YMCA - Sycamore | 93065 | 48 | School age | 2026-09-23 |
| Cdr - Berylwood Head Start Center | 93065 | 43 | Preschool | 2026-01-08 |
| Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center Sv | 93065 | 25 | School age | 2025-07-11 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simi Valley Montessori School | 93065 | 12 | 16 |
| Grace Brethren Preschool East | 93065 | 136 | 7 |
| Learning Experience, the | 93063 | 106 | 6 |
| La Petite Academy | 93065 | 72 | 5 |
| Learning Experience, the | 93063 | 40 | 5 |
| Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center Sv | 93065 | 40 | 5 |
| Adventist Education Simi Valley Preschool | 93065 | 30 | 4 |
| Cross Roads Children's Center | 93065 | 120 | 4 |
| Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center Sv | 93065 | 138 | 4 |
| Little Explorers Preschool Academy | 93063 | 40 | 4 |
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 Simi Valley 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 Simi Valley, CA?
Kinfield lists 40 licensed child care centers and school-age programs in Simi Valley, CA, with 2,451 licensed seats. Home-based providers are counted separately.
How many Simi Valley daycares take infants?
13 licensed programs in Simi Valley, CA are licensed to care for infants.
What is the most common daycare citation in Simi Valley?
"Mandated reporter (child abuse) training (Health and Safety Code §1596.8662(b)(1))", cited at 13 programs in Simi Valley.