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Find Trusted Child Care Centers Near Me in Portola Valley, CA

We have 60 child care centers in Portola Valley, CA! Compare and find the best child care center to fit your needs.

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New Horizons School Age Center

200 Shawnee Pass Portola Valley, CA

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New Horizons School Age Center is a daycare facility located at 200 Shawnee Pass, Portola Valley, California. The center provides quality care services for school-age children, as well as summer camp and before and after-school programs. New Horizons School Age Center is open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
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Carillon Preschool

815 Portola Rd Portola Valley, CA

< 1 mi

Child care
Preschool
The Carillon Preschool offers childcare for two to five year old children in Portola, California. Their facilities provide a faith-based and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, cognitive, and spiritual growth in which each child has opportunities to learn, grow and succeed. Carillon Preschool is open from six thirty in the morning to five thirty in the afternoon, except on weekends.
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Tiny Town Daycare

2150 Pulgas Ave East Palo Alto, CA

5.0(3)

8 mi

Currently Opened & Open Spots!! Tiny Town Daycare is a in home child care center located in East Palo Alto. We provide care for children ages from 5 months to 3 years of age. We provide them with the skills they need. Our facility offers a safe, fun and nurturing environment with daily routine and activities to help your child bloom. We believe that a quality care and education is a partnership between parents and providers. We have a state license for child care and other requirements. We are open to have interviews!!. We looking forward to meeting you.

Care Member says "Our experience with Andrea has been wonderful! The entire care team Andrea & Sulleney are caring, professional, and genuinely love what they do. Every...

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The Children's Place

1336 ARROYO AVENUE SAN CARLOS, CA

5.0(2)

10 mi

starting at
$1950/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
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The Children’s Place is a nonprofit, play-based preschool in San Carlos dedicated to nurturing young learners ages 2–5. Since 1981, we’ve provided a warm and welcoming environment where children grow through hands-on exploration, creativity, and social connection. Our experienced teachers design age-appropriate activities that balance fun with early academic foundations, ensuring children are prepared for kindergarten and beyond. What sets us apart is our commitment to affordability and inclusivity—we keep tuition accessible for working families while maintaining small class sizes, diverse staff, and high-quality programming. Our facilities include a fully edible garden, outdoor play spaces, and even pet chickens, creating daily opportunities for discovery and joy. Families choose The Children’s Place because we combine the heart of a close-knit community with the excellence of a well-established early childhood program.

Care Member says "As a dad, I’ll admit I was nervous when my son first started at The Children’s Place. He was shy and unsure of himself, and I wasn’t sure how he’d...

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LITTLE PRODIGY PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE CENTER

830 E EL CAMINO REAL MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(4)

8 mi

starting at
$2000/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
Little Prodigy Preschool was established in 2009 and is highly recommended as the best preschool and daycare center by major organizations including Google, Apple, and Facebook. Our mission is "to provide quality education, to encourage children to become life-long learners, and to promote child independence. We strive to provide each child with a caring, safe environment where every child can feel nurtured, and loved.

Caroline M. says "We are really grateful to LPP for taking such good care of our girls. All the teachers connect with the kids really well and they’re able to assess and...

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Building Kidz of Redwood City - Limited Spots!

909 ROOSEVELT AVE REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
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🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in children aged 1.5-6. Our engaging curriculum integrates the arts—music, dance, and theater—into all aspects of learning, ensuring that every child develops emotionally, socially, and academically. What makes us unique? Our proprietary PA curriculum features Broadway-style productions and seasonal recitals, helping children build confidence and stage presence. We focus on six key areas: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic, ensuring well-rounded growth. Our Learning Through Life Experiences approach emphasizes hands-on activities, encouraging exploration and discovery. Our children consistently exceed academic expectations, setting them up for success in elementary school and beyond. Our mission is to cultivate a community of empowered learners who embrace the arts and thrive in all areas of life.

Care Member says "We love Nayren and staff! They host fun community building events as well. "

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Learning Nest Montessori Preschool

2321 JANE LN MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(4)

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Montessori
Child care
Day Care
At Learning Nest Montessori Preschool, we are passionately committed to cultivating a rich, nurturing environment where each child is empowered to explore, discover, and thrive at their own pace. Our thoughtfully designed Montessori-inspired curriculum is centered around fostering a deep love of learning, nurturing creativity, and encouraging independence. We believe in cultivating the whole child—emotionally, socially, and cognitively—through carefully crafted activities that challenge and inspire. Our approach emphasizes hands-on learning, where children actively engage with their surroundings and develop critical thinking skills. With a focus on individualized attention, we honor the unique needs and learning styles of every child, ensuring they receive the support and encouragement necessary to reach their fullest potential. In addition to academic growth, we foster emotional intelligence, social confidence, and a sense of responsibility, all within a safe, welcoming, and supportive atmosphere. At Learning Nest Montessori, we are dedicated to laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success, empowering children to become curious, confident, and compassionate individuals who are prepared for the future.

Shubhra G. says "They have a very dedicated staff. Very clean. Also very structured, kids are always busy. We are very happy there."

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Building Kidz of San Carlos - OLD DASHBOARD

1633 LAUREL ST SAN CARLOS, CA

5.0(1)

9 mi

Child care
Day Care
Learning Through Life Experiences allows a child’s learning to become experimental, imaginative and sensory based. Our pedagogical approach is to learn through these real life experiences, such as emergency services, health and nutrition, etc. in an environment committed to reinforce children’s expertise, skills, and values. LTLE provides environments that make learning fun for children through the medium of role-play. By blending reality with entertainment, it provides an authentic and powerful developmental platform where kids can discover, explore and learn about the real world. Our city is a rich learning environment where kids foster their autonomy, creativity, decision-making skills, problem-solving skills and social values.The realism of the role-play helps children learn about different careers, work and know how to manage money. Each activity experience is designed by Educationalists, Play Experts & Child Physiologists to aid and boost different behavioral skills and values in a child. Our children are continuously nurtured by exceptional teachers and caregivers along with age appropriate educational materials for kinesthetic, audial, visual, and touch learners. Let's learn together!

Care Member says "I cannot recommend this center enough. My son was very well cared for at this daycare. The teachers are incredible, polite, and warm. The administration...

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HEFFALUMP SCHOOL

3990 VENTURA CT PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(7)

6 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
Day Care
Preschool
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Heffalump Preschool was established in 1974 with the love care and support from our community. Heffalump is Home away from Home. We offer 5 days a week from 8:30am to 1:30pm, with extended hours until 3:00pm for ages 2yrs to 6yrs or First grade. We celebrate diversity - we believe that life on planet earth is about celebrations and joy, we encourage parents to share their festivities and culture and enrich our Heffalump family. We are blessed to have had children from Japan, Russia, China, Israel, India, Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, Spain, China, Germany, France, Italy, Argentina, Brazil, England. Our unique program " Child First" & incorporates a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child’s best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning through art, music, gardening and joy/laughs and silliness. Our preschool offer bright classrooms and a huge private kids garden and play structure and playgrounds. Your child will feel safe, get plenty of love, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. All teachers have CA ECE degree, 15 plus yrs experience, CRP/first aid trained. We follow county COVID protocols at all time. With love and gratitude we look forward to having your child be a part of Heffalump family. https://www.heffalumpschool.com/

Care Member says "My son loves Heffalump school and I am so thankful we found it! Both teachers Ms. M and Ms.Barbara are professional. Whenever I visit the classrooms,...

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GAN TORAH PRESCHOOL

2015 LATHAM STREET MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

starting at
$2005/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Child care
At Gan Torah Preschool, we provide a loving, developmentally appropriate environment where every child is encouraged to explore, create, and grow. Our program blends strong Jewish values and traditions with a rich early childhood curriculum that supports curiosity, confidence, and kindness. Through play-based learning, music, art, and hands-on experiences, children develop foundational skills while discovering the joy of Jewish life. Families appreciate our close-knit community, dedicated teachers, and individualized attention to each child’s growth.

Care Member says "Gan Torah is such a nurturing and loving environment! The staff truly care about each child and create a warm, welcoming community for both children and...

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LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

3789 PARK BLVD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

6 mi

starting at
$1800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
International
Day Care
Preschool
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Lilliput Infant/Toddler center was founded by Vicky Heler and has been family owned since 1985. Vicky moved to the US to study child psychology at Stanford and earned a PHD + several masters. She started her Infant/Toddler center when her son was one and Lilliput has been in business ever since. Now her daughter and son-in-law have opened a preschool at the same location and her daughter-in-law has stepped in as owner of the infant/toddler center. At Lilliput, children are exposed to English, Spanish and French. Lilliput provides early childhood education and care for children from various cultural backgrounds. Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm for the Preschool, 8am to 5pm for the infant center

Aurora C says "Such a good experience! We started our son when he was an infant and he has been there since. We had a family health scare and they were very helpful in...

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HOBBLEDEHOY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

2321 JANE LN MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(3)

7 mi

starting at
$1550/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Hobbledehoy provides both full-time programs and flexible part-time programs for children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old. We are dedicated to providing a fun and nurturing learning environment, focusing on the independent needs and abilities of each and everyone of our diverse student population.

Zoisa A. says "They have a great reputation. They have many kids that have stayed through the years. They have also added some great new additions. I highly recommend...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

Day Care
Preschool
Child care
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy access and a phenomenal program, you found it! Our beautiful schoolhouse includes indoor and outdoor classrooms and is situated on a tranquil 0.7 acre campus. With easy access from both the 101 and the Central Expressway, we are a convenient option for any parent in the Palo Alto area. We pride ourselves in delivering an exceptional preschool and childcare experience for children, leading to a love of learning, connection with the performing arts, and accelerated development of confidence, commitment, and character. Our philosophy is to develop the “whole child”. We focus on 6 key areas of development: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic. Our program integrates the performing arts with an age-appropriate curriculum to accelerate whole child development. Our preschool children receive weekly lessons in dance, music, theater, and Spanish. The curriculum at Building Kidz of Palo Alto South is a comprehensive arts-integrated learning program in which children develop skills and knowledge of math, reading, music, arts, social skills, self-control and self-sufficiency, morality, fine and gross motor skills, and emotional expression. Our learning modules also include engaging lessons for primary-school aged children up to fifth grade during after-school hours. This unwavering commitment to excellent instruction for families is what makes Building Kidz schools a leader in education and childcare within their respective communities, and we couldn’t be more pleased to bring that same commitment to our friends and neighbors here in Palo Alto.

Care Member says "AWESOME facility. Clean, and the curriculum is fun and engaging for my hyper little one. "

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Little Clovers Daycare

19743 Wintergreen Dr. Cupertino, CA

5.0(1)

8 mi

Little Clovers Daycare is a bilingual (Mandarin and English) licensed home childcare center in Cupertino committed to providing loving and nurturing care to children from 4 months to 3 years old. I am a professional child care provider with significant nanny experiences now opening my own daycare facility. In order to provide the individualized care that I believe young children needs, we will only care for 2-4 children at a time, well below the state ratio of 8 for small family care. At Little Clovers Daycare, we are committed to creating a positive and safe environment where your child will first and foremost be nurtured and loved. we foster age appropriated skills development to ignite your child's imagination and interests, as well as offering organic and fresh ingredients in your child's homemade daily meals and snacks. We are conveniently located near Hwy85 and Hwy280 in Cupertino, next to Wilson Park. Please call 408-807-3891 or email at littlecloversdaycarec@gmail.com for more information or schedule a visit. I look forward to providing quality childcare for your beautiful child.

Deborah T. says "Lisa was my nanny the last couple of years and I am so glad to have had her expertise in caring for my son from infancy to toddlerhood. Not only was she...

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Learning Links Palo Alto

3864 MIDDLEFIELD RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Learning Links opened in 2006 and has expanded to include locations in Burlingame, Palo Alto, and Mountain View. All three centers provide preschool for children ages 2-5, and our Mountain View location also offers childcare for infants and toddlers. Our curriculum is designed to engage students of all abilities in each activity with the goal of developing a strong desire to learn within each child. Learning Links is a program of AbilityPath, which is a Bay Area nonprofit that has supported children and adults to achieve their full potential for more than a century.

Chandra S. says "My experience has been tremendous with learning links. During the past 1 my son has only shown excitement to go to school, and I have seen a steady...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South - OLD DASHBOARD

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

starting at
$1850/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy access and a phenomenal program, you found it! Our beautiful schoolhouse includes indoor and outdoor classrooms and is situated on a tranquil 0.7 acre campus. With easy access from both the 101 and the Central Expressway, we are a convenient option for any parent in the Palo Alto area. We pride ourselves in delivering an exceptional preschool and childcare experience for children, leading to a love of learning, connection with the performing arts, and accelerated development of confidence, commitment, and character. Our philosophy is to develop the “whole child”. We focus on 6 key areas of development: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic. Our program integrates the performing arts with an age-appropriate curriculum to accelerate whole child development. Our preschool children receive weekly lessons in dance, music, theater, and Spanish. The curriculum at Building Kidz of Palo Alto South is a comprehensive arts-integrated learning program in which children develop skills and knowledge of math, reading, music, arts, social skills, self-control and self-sufficiency, morality, fine and gross motor skills, and emotional expression. Our learning modules also include engaging lessons for primary-school aged children up to fifth grade during after-school hours. This unwavering commitment to excellent instruction for families is what makes Building Kidz schools a leader in education and childcare within their respective communities, and we couldn’t be more pleased to bring that same commitment to our friends and neighbors here in Palo Alto.

Megha G. says "I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"

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Safari Kid Redwood City

1709 WOODSIDE RD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)

6 mi

starting at
$2450/mo
Montessori
Academic
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Day Care
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At Safari Kid, we believe childhood should be celebrated! Our proprietary preschool curriculum takes inspiration from a mix of both traditional methods (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf) and reflects current brain research on early childhood development. This has resulted in a focus on the whole child, in which we offer the perfect balance of learning and play. Our daycare and preschool programs are carefully developed to ignite curiosity and encourage lifelong learning, but it doesn’t end there! We also offer a well-rounded after-school program for children in kindergarten through 8th grade, which provides a combination of valuable academic support and engaging extra-curricular enrichment. Allow us to help turn your child’s Potential into Possibilities at Safari Kid San Mateo.

Lauren M. says "We have been with Safari Kids for 2 years now and have had nothing but a wonderful experience! The teachers are all very kind and supportive of every...

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Kiddie Academy of Mountain View

205 E MIDDLEFIELD RD MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(1)

9 mi

Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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HAPPY CAMPERS PRESCHOOL DAYCARE

1776 LAUREL ST SAN CARLOS, CA

5.0(5)

9 mi

starting at
$2150/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
We're a fantastic preschool/pre-k program with easy access to Hwy 101 and CalTrain. Our open-concept facility is bright, clean, and safe, with a playground perfect for children ages 5m - 5 years. You will feel reassured that your child is in great and experienced hands, with long-standing teachers trained in early care and education. All staff are CPR certified and First Aid Trained. We provide a superior connection between home and child care, making easy connections throughout your child's day. Staff share many photos/videos to ensure you have a front-row seat to all your child is experiencing. Happy Campers is 100% dedicated to the education of early learners. We are determined to meet children at their level while providing fun challenges that support learning in Language Arts, Mathematics, Diversity, Social and Emotional Development, Creative Development, Science, and Physical Development. Our current hours of operation are 8:00-5:30. However, we are expanding our hours to 7:30*-5:30 soon. *An additional fee will be required for the earlier start time. Furthermore, this research-based curriculum aligns with all California State Early Learning Standards. We welcome the opportunity to make your preschooler a Happy Camper!

Janice C. says "Audra runs an absolutely amazing preschool. She cares deeply about the kids and her staff. I have 3 kids and we have been going there for the last 6...

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CLC PRESCHOOL

815 ALLERTON ST REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)

8 mi

starting at
$1500/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 1 more
We are an inclusive program for ALL students. Our program is a play-based preschool with a strong focus on school readiness. All our educators have their bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and we strive to teach our students independence, social skills, and academics all while they’re playing and having fun! Our play-based philosophy with weekly themes and flexible schedules along with affordable tuition is the most competitive in the area! Schedule your tour today!

Care Member says "I cannot say enough about the exceptional experience we've had with CLC Preschool. From day one, it was clear that the entire team, led by the wonderful...

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Child Care Centers in Portola Valley, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Tiny Town Daycare

Our experience with Andrea has been wonderful! The entire care team Andrea & Sulleney are caring, professional, and genuinely love what they...

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The Children's Place

As a dad, I’ll admit I was nervous when my son first started at The Children’s Place. He was shy and unsure of himself, and I wasn’t sure...

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LITTLE PRODIGY PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE CENTER

We are really grateful to LPP for taking such good care of our girls. All the teachers connect with the kids really well and they’re able to...

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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Portola Valley, CA

Child care centers near you in Portola Valley, 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 Portola Valley, 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 Portola Valley, 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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