Find Trusted Child Care Providers Near Me in Modesto, CA
We have 227 child care providers in Modesto, CA! Compare and hire the best child care to fit your needs.
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Here are some childcare options in Modesto:
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Care Member says "We hired Holly as a night nurse to provide some support for us starting week 2! We had several things up in the air personally and having the extra...
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Fabiola S. says "Leslie has been a great help to me in the morning with my active 3-year-old son. She has shown kindness, patience and has fit right in with our family's...
Dwain P. says "Rebecca was amazing. We hired her for a one-time event while we were visiting from out of town for a birthday party. I wish she lived in San Diego because...
Care Member says "Taylor does everything and more you need her to do! She’s is just so interactive and amazing with little ones! "
Beth J. says "Cyndal is a responsible and goal driven. She is fun and easy going. She is not afraid of hard work. "
Allison A. says "Lina is amazing! We hired her to watch our two girls age 2 and 3. Pick them up from day care and watch them for a few hours until we get home. She...
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Michael K. says "Shawna served as a nanny for my three-year-old daughter for more than one year and did an excellent job! She built a strong bond with my daughter and...
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Care Member says "I have known Nicole for many years. She is a very organized, dependable, positive and thoughtful person. She is always ready to handle any challenge...
Megan O. says "Eliana has been great so far (about 3 weeks in) taking care of our 11 month old 3 days a week in the mornings. He took to her right away - no tears! She...
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Nathan B. says "Khyli watched our Precious Baby Girl for one week. She was always on time, she was fun, and you could tell our baby loved her. She also connected with us...
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Angie B. says "We were so fortunate to have Debbie as our nanny, she has been absolutely wonderful to work with. Her creativity, patience, and positivism provided a...
Steph H. says "Ysenia is amazing with children. She is very patient, kind, rule-oriented, and education focused. My son has started talking since she's been with our...
Alissa P. says "Marbella is awesome, she's been helping us out with our two girls. She is very warm and engaging, and prompt, we really like having her."
Care Member says "Xóchitl has been helping our family with our 3 kids for several months now. We’re so happy to have found her! She’s caring, attentive, helps with light...
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Care Member says "We have had Celeste come to our home to care for our children for over a year. She is kind, patient and very nurturing with our children. She is always...
Child care centers in Modesto, CA
Edward W. says "We have a daughter that just finished her first year in the Pre-K4 program at MCS and had a great experience. We really like the student/teacher ratio and...
Evangelina P. says " I learned from trial and error. When I was a first time mom, we visited a few childcare centers for when that time came for me to pursue full time...
Spring Ducklings Home Daycare
2241 Cypress Springs Drive Modesto, CA
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- $394/mo
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228 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.29/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.6
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Modesto, CA
Child Care Providers in Modesto, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews of the 227 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Modesto, CA
How much is child care near me in Modesto, CA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $20.29 per hour as of December 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Modesto, CA?
Care.com currently has 197 child care providers near you in Modesto, CA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Modesto, CA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Modesto, CA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Modesto, CA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Modesto, CA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Modesto, CA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Modesto, CA in December, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
