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Angels Nest Day Care

1125 Mazatlan Pl Merced, CA

4.0(5)
Preschool
Child care

Roxanne says "As a working mom it pains me to have to leave my child in the care of someone else, but at Angel's Nest Daycare I know my son is in good hands. My son has...

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Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Licensed Home Child Care Merced, CA 30 years experienced Licensed by the California Department of Social Services CPR/First Aid/Safety Certified Fingerprinted & background check cleared Very clean & organized home Safe location Close to UC Merced We strive to provide high-quality childcare for all children...
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Douglas Family Daycare

2335 Explorador Drive Merced, CA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
I have experience as a Lead Preschool Teacher and have a passion for helping little kids reach their full potential. I try to let children explore their world at their pace, and in the most beneficial way for their individual needs. I engage all children in a daily circle time, and children who are old enough benefit from my...
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Alexander Street Montessori School

201 E Alexander Ave Merced, CA

1.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Alexander Street Montessori School is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to providing quality learning programs for children living in Merced, California. It can accommodate up to 24 children, and it operates from Mondays through Fridays 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The school serves children ages two to six years old and...
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Merced Child Development Center

720 S St # 59 Merced, CA

Preschool
Child care
Merced Child Development Center is a program run by The Merced County Community Action Agency. The program serves children ages 3 to 5 years old who are not yet eligible for kindergarten. It provides comprehensive, top quality services to participating children and families. The center is open from Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM...
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Margaret Sheehy Preschool

1240 W 6th St Merced, CA

Preschool
Child care
Sheehy Preschool is a state-licensed child care center that offers early childhood education programs designed for preschool kids. Located in Merced, California, the company follows a research-based curriculum that focuses on developing children’s core competencies in math, language and literacy, science, and social...
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La Petite Academy Child Care-Merced

3190 Collins Drive Merced, CA

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
La Petite Academy Child Care-Merced offers center-based and full-time educational daycare programs for preschool and school-age kids. The facility operates during weekdays from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. La Petite Academy Child Care-Merced also provides extended hours, enrichment programs, and drop-in care.
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Gateway Educare Infant Center

343 E Donna Dr Merced, CA

Preschool
Child care
Gateway Educare Infant Center in Merced, 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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Bear Country Learning Center

2115 Wardrobe Ave Merced, CA

Preschool
Child care
The Bear Country Learning Center in Merced, California provides childcare for children from two to twelve years old. Their curriculum encourages the children in their interests, provides guidance in academic subjects, and prioritizes hands-on learning. They are open from Monday to Friday, from six thirty in the morning to six...
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Fairside Head Start / Early Head Start Center

900 Martin Luther King Jr Way Merced, CA

Child care
The Fairside Head Start and Early Head Start in Merced, California is a federally-funded program that offers parent support and childcare and education for children from six weeks old up to five years old from low-income families. The program provides activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and...
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MERCED MIGRANT HEADSTART

401 Lesher Dr Ste G Merced, CA

Child care
Merced Migrant Headstart in Merced, CA is one of the head start programs of Central California Child Development Services, Inc. It is a private non-profit organization that has been providing child development services for children ages six weeks through five years old.
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Fremont Preschool

1120 W 22nd St Merced, CA

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
The Fremont Preschool located at 1120 West 22nd Street, Merced, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from eight AM to two-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs,...
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Child care centers near you in Merced, 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 Merced, 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 Merced, 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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