California daycare insurance that's customized just for you
NEXT makes it easy for you to save on all the insurance you need to protect your daycare business in California. Business insurance packages for daycare businesses in California often include:
- General liability
- Professional liability
- Commercial property
You can save up to 25% on daycare insurance in California
You can pay for your insurance monthly or annually and you can cancel instantly at any time.
Basic
Lowest Price
General Liability
Per occurrence
$500,000
Commercial Property
Per occurrence
$25,000
PRO
Most Popular
General Liability
Per occurrence
$1 million
Commercial Property
Per occurrence
$25,000
PRO PLUS
Best Coverage
General Liability
Per occurrence
$1 million
Commercial Property
Per occurrence
$25,000
Get the daycare business insurance in California that's just the right fit
We offer customized daycare insurance policies to small businesses and the self-employed in California. Oh, and you save up to 10% when you bundle.
General Liability
Bought by 95% of business owners like you
General liability insurance covers the risks that affect almost every daycare business. It’s the most common insurance for small businesses and entrepreneurs, and it’s typically the first policy purchased by new businesses.
general liability can help you pay for:
Medical payments
Property damage
Legal fees and judgments
Professional Liability (E&O)
Bought by 80% of business owners like you
Professional liability insurance can help you move on quickly if a customer claims you made a mistake — whether you did or not. It help you avoid customer confrontations and protect your daycare business reputation.
professional liability can help you pay for:
Professional negligence (actual or alleged)
Legal defense costs
Legal judgments
Commercial Property
For business owners who own or rent physical spaces
Commercial property insurance covers daycare business property, which can include the repairs, construction and related expenses if you own the building where you do business. And it can help you whether you lease space or own the property where you work.
commercial property can help you pay for:
Damaged equipment and inventory
Lost income
Operating expenses
How much does it cost to get daycare insurance in California?
The exact amount that a daycare business can expect to pay for business insurance depends on a number of factors, including:
- The kind of work you do
- How many employees you have
- The number of vehicles you use for work
- How long you’ve been in the industry
Business insurance typically costs a daycare business in California about $13 each month.
You automatically save 10% if you combine more than one type of policy together. For example, if you add a commercial auto policy to your existing general liability policy, you’ll save 10% right off the bat.
How important is it for a daycare in California to have business insurance?
We know building a small business is an investment. To protect that investment, daycare businesses in California need insurance to avoid financial losses. Business insurance can protect your from:
- Lawsuits. Without insurance, you might have to pay entirely out of pocket after an accident or mistake.
- Damage to the physical items you need to do business.
- Claims of work mistakes or negligence.
- Injuries if an employee gets hurt on the job. Insurance can pay for medical expenses and help cover lost wages.
NEXT is dedicated to helping you find the affordable daycare insurance coverage you need to stay protected, meet legal requirements and satisfy your customers.
Frequently asked questions about daycare business insurance
Here are some of the most common questions we get about daycare business insurance. If you don’t find the answers you need here, our licensed, U.S.-based insurance advisors are standing by to help via online chat or phone.
Does NEXT Insurance offer daycare business insurance in California?
Yes, NEXT Insurance offers tailored daycare business insurance in California.
Does NEXT Insurance offer Commercial Auto coverage for daycare business in California?
Yes, NEXT Insurance offers General Liability, Professional Liability, Commercial Auto, Commercial Property coverage for daycare business in California.
How does business insurance protect daycares?
Our commercial and home daycare insurance packages are designed to protect your business from a variety of childcaring risks and help you save money to grow your business. You’ll be protected from financial losses related to:
Damage to someone’s property
A child kicks a ball in your outdoor play area and shatters a neighbor’s window. The general liability coverage in your insurance package would help pay for a replacement.Accidents that hurt someone
A child chips a tooth when falling from your playground equipment. Your general daycare liability insurance coverage would also come into play here by helping to pay for medical costs and legal fees.Professional mistakes
Your daycare accidentally serves a snack that contains an allergen and a child has to receive treatment. Professional liability insurance helps you defend yourself if you’re accused of making a mistake that causes someone to lose money.Workplace injuries
An employee strains their back while picking up a toddler. Workers’ compensation insurance with business owner’s coverage can help cover medical bills and lost wages. Workers’ comp is usually required by law if you have employees.Injuries and damage involving your business vehicles
Your work van’s roof is dented by a fallen branch during an overnight storm. Commercial auto insurance will help pay for the repairs. This coverage is also usually required by law for business-owned vehicles.Damage to your own property
A frozen pipe bursts and floods your daycare facility. Commercial property insurance can help with replacement or repair costs if your owned or leased property is damaged due to a covered event, such as a burst water pipe, fire, tornado or vandalism.How can I get a certificate of insurance?
You’ll have instant access to your certificate of insurance 24/7 from your computer or mobile device when you purchase coverage with Next. There’s no waiting for anyone, no need to print anything and definitely no fax machines.
If you’re a new or current Next Insurance customer, all you need to do is log in to your account and your Live Certificate delivers you the proof of insurance you need instantly, for free.
You can easily share your COI with anyone via email, text message or a social media post.
We provide unlimited certificates and you can also add an additional insured for free. If you decide to change your coverage, your certificate will be automatically updated.
Find out more details about your certificate of insurance.
What do I need to get an insurance quote online?
We keep it simple and straightforward so you can find the coverage that’s right for you within a few minutes. When you start a quote for insurance, we’ll ask you a few basic questions about your business, including: the kind of services you provide, the location of your office or where you plan to work, how many people you employ and how much you pay them and the number and type of vehicles you use for work.
How does the claims process work with NEXT Insurance?
- If you’re a policyholder, you can file a claim any time by logging in to your account at www.nextinsurance.com and clicking the “File a claim” under the "About us" tab. You can expect a call from us shortly after you submit a claim to go over the details.
- If you do not have a policy with us and are filing against one of our policyholders, you can head over to our website at www.nextinsurance.com, select “Help Center” under our “Support” tab, and under “Quick Actions for Customers” click where it says ”Not a policyholder and want to file a claim?”
- If you cannot access your online account and require help from our support team, please visit our online help center.
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* To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.