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Child Care Centers in Aptos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 51 listed child care centers

The Secret Garden Preschool

Location is absolutely beautiful with airy tall ceilings and so clean inside! They do a great job in cleaning and rotating toys, the...

- Heidi X.

Building Kidz of Scotts Valley

We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz

- Anna B.

SPROUTS SC

I have had my two sons there for the past three years and they love it here! The staff is super caring and engaging with the kids. They do...

- CHRISTINA L.

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The Secret Garden Preschool

221 THUNDERBIRD DR APTOS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1645/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
For over forty years children have enjoyed attending The Secret Garden Preschool in beautiful La Selva Beach and Aptos, California. We strive to maintain the standard of excellence established by our founder and maintain a program dedicated to the preparation of children for future academic and social success.

Heidi X. says "Location is absolutely beautiful with airy tall ceilings and so clean inside! They do a great job in cleaning and rotating toys, the location is sitting on...

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Rose Blossom Nursery School

6401 Freedom Blvd Aptos, CA

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Rose Blossom is a preschool, T-K, and kindergarten serving families in Santa Cruz County, CA. We offer music, art, storytelling, games, circle time, outside play, show-and-tell, and individualized academic curriculum for children ages 2.5-6.5. Rose Blossom is a community school, encouraging cooperation and collaboration in...
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Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Children's Enrichment Center is a preschool operated by Twin Lakes Church in Aptos, CA. The school accepts children between the ages of two and five years, without discrimination. Their curriculum focus on the development of a child on the spiritual, social, emotional, physical and intellectual level.
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Easter Seal Camp Harmon

9010 Soquel Dr Aptos, CA

Easter Seal Camp Harmon in Aptos, CA is a center and camp for children with autism and other disabilities that provides a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as sports, music,...
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St. Andrew Preschool Cooperative

9850 Monroe Ave Aptos, CA

Preschool
St. Andrew Preschool Cooperative in Aptos, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and preschool kids. Your child will experience these important life...
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Maegan's Daycare and Preschool

504 Gertrude Ave Aptos, CA

Preschool
Child care
Maegan's Daycare and Preschool in Aptos, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and preschool kids.
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Children's Cottage Montessori

736 Clubhouse Dr Aptos, CA

Child care
The Children's Cottage Montessori in Aptos, California provides child care for preschool-age children. They provide a safe and healthy environment that stimulates socialization skills and mental, physical, and intellectual development. Activities are child initiated, and proceed at their own pace. They are open from seven thirty...
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Apple Afterschool

221 Thunderbird Dr Aptos, CA

Preschool
Child care
Apple Afterschool is a 19-year old afterschool enrichment program designed around the unique developmental needs of kindergarten to second grade students. Their ocean view setting with lots of windows and natural lighting aims to provide with a relaxing environment after a rigorous day of public school.
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Learning Montessori

106 Madeline Dr Aptos, CA

Preschool
Child care
Learning Montessori located in Aptos, CA is a bilingual program serving Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and children in Kindergarten. The school also offers After School Care program and aims to help children achieve their best and learn to be creative and independent.
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Building Kidz of Scotts Valley

106 VINE HILL SCHOOL RD SCOTTS VALLEY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
About Building Kidz of Scotts Valley Located at 106 Vine Hill School Rd, this Scotts Valley preschool is conveniently located close to I-17 and not far from the Scotts Valley High School. The school is part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses whose mission is to deliver a world-class preschool experience...

Anna B. says "We have loved the community and environment for our son at Building Kidz"

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SPROUTS SC

250 CALIFORNIA ST SANTA CRUZ, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$600/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
+ 1 more
Sprouts Aftercare is a Licensed after school program located in Santa Cruz, California.  Sprouts works with the community and families to provide a fun, safe and creative space for students to enjoy during their time away from school.  We believe that exposing children to new experiences and ideas help small sprouts (children)...

CHRISTINA L. says "I have had my two sons there for the past three years and they love it here! The staff is super caring and engaging with the kids. They do lots of fun...

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Montessori Community School

123 S NAVARRA DR SCOTTS VALLEY, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Child care
More than a simple day care, Montessori Community School provides the highest quality Montessori education from birth through kindergarten. MCS strives for a true Montessori experience which is structured by AMI (Associated Montessori Internationale) principles. We are the only school accredited by AMI in the Santa Cruz and...

Care Member says "My child is lovingly cared for and nurtured at school by teachers and staff. I receive regular progress updates on my child’s performance and behaviors,...

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Campus Kids Connection Alturas Infant & Toddler Center

305 Alturas Way SOQUEL, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1665/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Campus Kids Connection Infant & Toddler Center serves children ages 3 months-36 months. Our center is open Monday- Friday 7:45am-5:15pm. At CKC your child will be cared for by our caregivers who have specialized education in infant & toddler early childhood development. Our play based program focuses on age appropriate...
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Capitola Child Care

838 Monterey Ave Capitola, CA

Best new child care center in Capitola. We are now a Large in home Family child care. We provide care for infants to after school care. Our waiting list is getting long, so sign up soon to reserve your spot! Read our review on Yelp! Google and Facebook
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Hearts & Hands Christian Childcare & Preschool - Watsonville

40 BLANCA LN WATSONVILLE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1320/mo
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
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, in a safe environment, with excellent teachers, while enriching each child to their full potential through our core values of SAFETY, LOVE and EXCELLENCE.
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Mount Madonna Preschool

445 SUMMIT RD WATSONVILLE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1689/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
The Mount Madonna School preschool offers a unique balance of Montessori-inspired learning and discovery through a play-based education for children ages three to five years. We guide each child's unique path of development with intentional lessons based on the child’s curiosity, creativity and imagination. Daily hikes in the...
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Secret Garden Too

3205 Salisbary Dr Santa Cruz, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Preschool Infant and Toddler Program. Location is perfect for easy on and off HWY1. Right next to Dominican Hospital. Come visit. Call to schedule a tour of our 3 programs.
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Campus Kids Connection-Soquel

2700 Porter Street Soquel, CA

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Campus Kids Connection located in Soquel, CA is a non-profit agency that aims to provide a safe and secure environment for children in preschool through fifth grade. Aside from their before and after school programs, they also offer winter, spring, and summer camps.

Nana T says "My daughter had tried about 3 Daycare School! Hands down the Campus Kids Connection is the best Daycare in our area. The teachers & staff became very special...

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In Kirsten's Care

300 S Navarra Dr Scotts Valley, CA

5.0(2)
Preschool
Child care
In Kirsten's Care in Scotts Valley, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from three months to preschool age program.

Hillary says "My son went to Kirsten for 2 years and we were so sad to leave. I would recommend her to anyone. She really loves her "kids" and is a fantastic...

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Cribs Daycare

530 Tabor Dr Santa Cruz, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Cribs Daycare in Santa Cruz, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids of all ages.
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Child care centers near you in Aptos, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Aptos, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Aptos, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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