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Barb's Home Day Care

5.0

We feel so blessed to have found Barb and her caring team. Our son started as a 4mo old infant and Barb was so caring and gentle with us new parents during that tough first week. She sent us pictures and updates that helped us feel confident that he was cared for and loved. Throughout the last year,...

- Alex H

Daycare Pulgarcito

5.0

I love that she actually teaches our kids instead of just having them planted on the tv all day. She's super friendly and flexible if last minute work situations pop up. She's super clean with all the toys she has for the children and even her home. To me she's more than just a daycare, she's also...

- Julia

Andino's Day Care

5.0

I cannot thank Isabel enough and would absolutely recommend her daycare for anyone's baby or kids. Her daycare is actually the first-ever daycare my baby goes to. My girl needed transition time but quickly overcome it with help from Isabel and Licho. When I was searching for daycare, I knew I wanted...

- Jane S

Imagina Menlo

5.0

Our daughter has been at Imagina Menlo since she was four months old (now 2.5 years). We have loved their individualized support, the warm and loving personalities of the caregivers, and their play based approach. She runs around all day with friends, makes art, eats healthy snacks and lunch that...

- Sarah

Buddies World Day Care

5.0

My son has been going to this daycare since he was a year old and he enjoys being there. Both Aline and Lucas were very patient during his transition and have treated him like a family. My little one learnt so many words and is so active and looks forward to going each day. He likes food prepared by...

- Krishna

Before school programs in San Carlos, CA

Brittan Acres Preschool - SMART-E

2000 Belle Ave, San Carlos, CA

Starting at $1350/day

SMART-E preschool program of Brittan Acres offers a developmental, play-based, multi-sensory learning environment for children ages three to five years old. Students in this class are provided with learning activities and opportunities to practice problem solving which promotes growth and...

Happy Campers Preschool

1047 Sylvan Dr, San Carlos, CA

Costimate: $336/wk

The Happy Campers Preschool located at 510 Laurel Street, San Carlos, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.

Wizbots - Imagineering for Kids

233 Highland Avenue, San Carlos, CA

Starting at $224/day

Wizbots Imagineering for Kids located at 233 Highland Avenue, San Carlos, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine PM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and...

Kindercourt School System

1225 Greenwood Avenue, San Carlos, CA

Costimate: $336/wk

Kindercourt in San Carlos, California, is one of three educational centers of Kindercourt School System. The center offers its services to children ages Preschool through Kindergarten, implementing programs that are fun and stimulating. Kindercourt offers a supportive and loving environment that...

Barb's Home Day Care

Barb's Home Day Care

468 Fourth Ave, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $425/wk

5.0

(3)

Barb's Home Day Care follows a fun and stimulating curriculum: circle time, arts and crafts, reading time, rhymes and rhythms, visits to local libraries and playgrounds and much more. We have a large yard for the children to play which includes a sand box. I can prepare fresh and organic food...
5.0
"We feel so blessed to have found Barb and her caring team. Our son started as a 4mo old infant and Barb was so caring and gentle with us new parents during that tough first week. She sent us pictures and updates that helped us feel confident that he was cared for...

Alex H


Daycare Pulgarcito

Daycare Pulgarcito

2536 Hazelwood Way, East Palo Alto, CA

Costimate: $375/wk

5.0

(3)

As A singe family daycare we teach our kinds the ABC ,to color , we sing . we accept new born . we are in roll in the Quality count of San Mateo . we have a Playground and we are bilingual .
5.0
"Absolutely the best! Angelica is warm, caring and bubbly. My daughter has been going to her since she was 4 months and I know she loves going. It is hard for a first time mom to trust someone with your child but I definitely felt comfortable with Angelica right...

Liz C


Andino's Day Care

Andino's Day Care

343 Dumbarton Ave., Redwood City, CA

Starting at $100/day

5.0

(10)

With six years of experience as a nanny and seventeen years as a daycare provider, we strive to create a loving, safe, and educational environment. At Andinos Daycare our goal is to prioritize the health, learning abilities, and personal growth through playing, socializing with other children, and a...
5.0
"Many years ago, I had both of my children stay with this day care. I always knew my children would be well taken care of, safe, well fed and loved. I never had to worry about them as I feel I could trust Isabel and her employees. I felt so strongly with this...

Reyna G


Imagina Menlo

Imagina Menlo

1916 MENALTO AVE, Menlo Park, CA

Starting at $2950/mo

5.0

(6)

We learn in Spanish!!! Research shows that early childhood offers a unique opportunity to learn languages, as well as providing a critical basis for all future development and learning. Furthermore, immersion in a second language supports children to excel in linguistic, academic, social and...
5.0
"I feel incredibly lucky that my 16-month-old son is part of the Imagina community. Oscar and Maria are creative and incredibly sensitive and responsive to the children's needs. My oldest son did not attend Imagina, and he cried every day for 3 years when I had to...

Lara


Buddies World Day Care

Buddies World Day Care

444 Studio Circle, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $500/wk

5.0

(12)

We are here to nurture, take care, respect and most importantly do whatever it takes to meet the needs and wants of your child.
5.0
"Wow, they're amazing. The space for children is perfect. Great, a variety of toys, like play activities ... my kids love Aunt Aline's school. Super attentive with the food, and all the care that a grandmother's house can have that is so familiar. Lucas is a...

Camylla F


Tikiland Daycare & Preschool

Tikiland Daycare & Preschool

3181 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA

Costimate: $361/wk

5.0

(4)

Tikiland is a new Daycare & Preschool offers two programs: a preschool program for children ages 2-5 and an infant program for children 6 weeks - 2 years. Tikiland is the perfect hybrid between Montessori and play based learning. At Tikiland we believe that children need to spend lots of time...
5.0
"I highly recommend Tiki-Land Daycare in Palo Alto. My daughter attends and I cannot say enough about how much love and attention she is given. They are very hands-on with the kids, prepare nutritious homemade meals, do craft projects daily and go to the park often...

Joseph G


Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

4232 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA

Costimate: $490/wk

3.0

(1)

Our school is a Bilingual Montessori Preschool for age 2 years old to 6 years old, with a focus on each child s whole development: small/large motor skills, independence, focus, self-discipline, team work, socialization skills, grace/courtesy, environmental awareness, creative expression, innovative...
3.0
"Ok places. Kids mix ages stay in one room. Playground too small too close to main traffic. Not sure if the air affects kid health while playing outside."

Melisa


Imaginemos Oruguitas

Imaginemos Oruguitas

3573 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Starting at $2250/mo

Imaginemos Oruguitas leads with emotional and social development through Education For Life. As EFL teachers, we provide students with a balanced education of the body, feelings, will, and intellect to help children discover deeper levels of purpose and happiness. This unique approach allows the...

The Hillsborough Preschools

2600 Ralston Avenue, Hillsborough, CA

Starting at $582/mo

We offer three amazing preschools within our community. Each preschool is located on a Hillsborough City School District campus. Under the auspices of the Hillsborough City School District and administered by the Hillsborough Recreation Program, the Hillsborough Preschools offer an...

Hearts and Hands Preschool

Hearts and Hands Preschool

701 E. Meadow Dr., Palo Alto, CA

Starting at $395/wk

Since beginning our Hearts and Hands ministry in 2003, we have served thousands of families in each of our communities. It has been our mission to provide loving care, while enriching each child to their full potential through our core values: SAFETY, LOVE and EXCELLENCE....

Universe of Colors

Universe of Colors

178 South Boulevard, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $1480/mo

Universe of Colors offers Preschool Language Immersion Programs for children, 2-5 years old. We offer Spanish, French and Italian. Also After School for children, 5-9 years old. Our Full Body Immersion Programs teach your child a new language through fun activities such as art, music, puppets, story...

St. Matthews Day School

St. Matthews Day School

16 Baldwin Avenue, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $18175/day

Serving students Preschool through Grade Eight, St. Matthew s Episcopal is a private, independent, coeducational day school steeped in the core values of Academic Excellence, Service to Others, Respect for Diversity and Compassionate Community. St. Matthew s students and families reflect the unique...

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

121 22ND AVENIDA, San Mateo, CA

Costimate: $372/wk

We are an immersion program - daily care and activities will be provided in Spanish, and children will be encouraged to speak Spanish in return. Learning a second language at a young age encourages your child's intellectual and social development. I believe that learning a new language at a young...

Highland Montessori

Highland Montessori

614 Highland Avenue, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $1300/mo

Highland Montessori is small preschool located in a quiet, residential area in north San Mateo near the Burlingame border. We are licensed for 20 children and accept ages 3 - 5 years old (younger children may be accepted if they demonstrate developmental readiness). Our doors have been open since...

Cornerstone Learning Foundation

Cornerstone Learning Foundation

4243 Manuela Ave, Palo Alto, CA

Costimate: $490/wk

Hello, welcome to Cornerstone Learning Foundation! With over 20 years of teaching, administration and cutting edge Chinese Program Development experience in Silicon Valley and in China, the principal of Cornerstone Learning Foundation, Ms. Helen Wong is proud to offer a high quality Mandarin...

Little Rascals Daycare

14 Korbel Way, Belmont, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

5.0

(1)

Little Rascals Daycare in Belmont, CA is dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways.The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in...
5.0
"The owner, Maria Schoenfeld, has been running this sweet little daycare for several years. She employs three full time caregivers, one of whom is her daughter who has an Early Childhood Education degree and is very involved in teaching the kids (alphabet, colors,...

A Z


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