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Joy’s Imagination Center

Daycare center in Stockton, CA. 240 N Union Street, Stockton, CA 95205

5.0 (20 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (415) 542-6050Visit website
AgesPreschool and school age
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity50 children
Citations on file3 (2 Type A)
On the register since2021

About the program

Joy’s Imagination Center is a licensed daycare center in Stockton, California, on the state register since 2021. It is licensed for 50 children and serves preschool and school age ages.

Joy's Imagination Center is a child care facility located in Stockton, California, offering programs with hands-on, experiential learning.

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Joy’s Imagination Center does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $830 a month.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center + School Age Day Care Center · 394500361, 394500369
Licence statusActive since 2021
Licensed capacity50 children
Inspections on file6
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Citations on file3Area median for centers: 0
Type A (immediate risk)238 of 175 centers have at least one
Substantiated complaints06 inspection visits · last visit April 2025

California cites a Type A violation for an immediate risk to the health or safety of children, and a Type B violation for a record-keeping or maintenance item. The state file gives counts, dates and regulation numbers, not the inspector's notes.

Regulations cited

101161(a) · 1596.8662(b)(1) · 101229(a)(1)

Open the state record for each visit report.

What parents say

Biggest decision I’ve had to make since becoming a Mom. It took me weeks to find a place where I felt comfortable living my child but I’m so glad we found Ms Joy! This place was not on my radar but after asking around a friend led me here and so far it’s been a really good experience, my daughter loves it here , she cries when it’s time to go and honestly that’s one of the most reassuring feelings ever as a Mom.

shonnie jusme · 5/5 on Google · a month ago

Our favorite place since My 3 were little, we always use this center when we need childcare! She is so generous with the kids and she definitely invests back into her business. Learning is also sufficient. Hard to find in Stockton! Please tour and consider.

Porchea Fields · 5/5 on Google · 3 months ago

All 3 of my kids went here, all different ages, & I can literally say this is thee best child care thus far! The environment is very clean and welcoming, and the kids love it! Very organized, as well! Definitely recommend! If I could give it 10 stars I would!

Ke Ke · 5/5 on Google · 7 months ago

My son has been attending here for almost 2 years & we couldn’t be happier with the care and attention our son receives at Joys Daycare. From the very beginning, the staff have been warm, professional, and genuinely invested in his development. Each day is filled with enriching activities, creative play, and moments of learning that we see reflected in his growth both socially and emotionally. The communication with…

Alexis brown · 5/5 on Google · a year ago
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Getting there

240 N Union Street, Stockton, CA 95205

Questions about Joy’s Imagination Center

Is Joy’s Imagination Center licensed?

Yes. Joy’s Imagination Center holds an active Day Care Center + School Age Day Care Center licence from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (licence 394500361, 394500369), with a licensed capacity of 50 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Joy’s Imagination Center had any inspection violations?

California's public file shows 3 citations for Joy’s Imagination Center, 2 of them Type A, across 6 inspection visits. The median daycare center in the area has 0. The state record linked above has each visit report.

What ages does Joy’s Imagination Center take?

Joy’s Imagination Center is licensed to serve preschool and school age ages.

How much does Joy’s Imagination Center cost?

Joy’s Imagination Center does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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