Preschools Directory

Browse 18,247 licensed preschools drawn from state child care licensing registries. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Start with a state, county, or city.

What preschools provide

Preschools are early-education programs, often for children ages three to five, that build school readiness through structured play and learning. Some are licensed child care programs, while others operate as part-day educational programs, so licensing, hours, and calendars vary widely.

Locate preschools by state

California 3,654 preschools Ohio 1,889 preschools Florida 1,140 preschools Tennessee 1,000 preschools New Jersey 785 preschools Texas 704 preschools Michigan 690 preschools North Carolina 661 preschools Connecticut 573 preschools Vermont 504 preschools Massachusetts 469 preschools Washington 453 preschools Arizona 438 preschools Indiana 435 preschools Arkansas 376 preschools

Choosing a preschool

Frequently asked questions

What should I know about a preschool?

In short, a preschool offer structured early education, usually for ages three to five. Preschools are early-education programs, often for children ages three to five, that build school readiness through structured play and learning. Some are licensed child care programs, while others operate as part-day educational programs, so licensing, hours, and calendars vary widely.

How many preschools does this directory include?

This directory currently contains 18,247 licensed preschools in 46 states and territories, sourced from state child care licensing registries.

How can I pick a preschool?

When comparing preschools, ask about hours and calendars, class sizes, teacher qualifications, and how the program balances play with instruction. If you need full-day coverage, confirm whether the program offers it or partners with another provider. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider.

Data sources

Sources: State child care licensing registries (9 states), US Child Care Providers (Ryan Koch). Processing date of the data: 2026-10-07. This directory is for information only and is not professional advice.

Required disclosures

For general information only. This website shares public data and general information about child care providers. It does not offer professional advice, and it cannot replace a visit to a provider, a review of public licensing records, or a conversation with the people you trust.

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