Updated Nov 6, 2026 · Data from state licensing records · Methodology
Van Nuys, CA has 46 licensed child care centers and school-age programs with 2,671 licensed seats in Kinfield's index. 11 accept infants. 17 (37%) have no citations on record, and the typical program has 1.
What inspectors cite most in Van Nuys
Largest programs with no citations on record
| Program | ZIP | Seats | Ages | Last inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L.a. Valley College Campus Child Development Ctnr. | 91401 | 165 | Preschool | 2026-09-10 |
| Little Me Learning Academy Preschool, INC | 91401 | 92 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2024-09-04 |
| Beginnings Learning Center Van Nuys | 91405 | 90 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2026-10-29 |
| El Proyecto Child Development Center | 91402 | 75 | Preschool | 2026-02-03 |
| Apple School Early Childhood Educational Center | 91401 | 60 | Preschool | 2023-06-29 |
| Church of the Valley Developmental Preschool | 91411 | 49 | Preschool | 2026-06-24 |
| Ccrc Sherwood | 91406 | 49 | Infant, Toddler, Preschool | 2025-04-07 |
| Kiddies Creative Learning and Care Center, INC. | 91401 | 31 | Preschool | 2026-05-20 |
| Ccrc Head Start - Fulton | 91405 | 20 | Preschool | 2024-04-24 |
| Kiddies Creative Learning and Care Center, INC. | 91401 | 18 | Infant, Toddler | 2026-05-20 |
| Van Nuys Early Education Center (Infant) | 91401 | 12 | Infant, Toddler | 2025-01-29 |
| Kiddies Creative Learning and Care Center, INC | 91401 | 11 | School age | 2026-05-20 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Elisabeth Preschool | 91405 | 50 | 15 |
| Magical Years Children's Academy | 91406 | 50 | 11 |
| Gault St. Elementary School Cspp Rm. 28 | 91406 | 24 | 10 |
| Stagg Street Elementary School | 91406 | 23 | 8 |
| Beginnings Learning Center Van Nuys, INC | 91405 | 90 | 5 |
| Happy Preschool Land | 91406 | 61 | 5 |
| Van Nuys Preschool | 91401 | 60 | 5 |
| 31st District Ptsa Creative Kids-Kester Avenue | 91411 | 72 | 5 |
| Kittridge Elementary School Cspp | 91401 | 22 | 4 |
| Sylvan Park Early Education Center | 91411 | 166 | 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys, CA?
Kinfield lists 46 licensed child care centers and school-age programs in Van Nuys, CA, with 2,671 licensed seats. Home-based providers are counted separately.
How many Van Nuys daycares take infants?
11 licensed programs in Van Nuys, CA are licensed to care for infants.
What is the most common daycare citation in Van Nuys?
"Carbon monoxide detectors", cited at 11 programs in Van Nuys.