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The Secret Garden Preschool

221 Thunderbird Drive APTOS, CA

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.
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Learning Montessori

106 Madeline Dr Aptos, CA

Learning Montessori is a preschool serving 5 months to 5 years old children. We offer a nurturing and caring environment. We teach Emotional Intelligence-EQ and the Montessori method combined. We care for the well being of each child. We also teach positive discipline for parents.
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Rose Blossom Nursery School

6401 Freedom Blvd Aptos, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
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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...
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.

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.

Kruz Kidz

2701 Cabrillo College Dr Aptos, CA

Kruz Kidz in Aptos, CA provides Discovery and Adventure experiences for kids entering 1st grade through 6th. They offer 23 different camps from science, sports, art, cooking, dance, and more with field trips, fun skits, and Wacky Wednesdays. They provide an enriching, safe, and fun environment where the children can refresh,...

Children's Enrichment Center

2701 Cabrillo College Dr Aptos, CA

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.

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.

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...

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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Tina's Family Daycare

5043 Wilder Drive Soquel, CA

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I taught preschool for 20 years and was a nanny for 6 years. I opened my family day care in January 2014. It is the best of both worlds. It is home-based, filled with love and education. We do art, music, read stories, sing songs, learn sign language, do cooking projects, dramatic play, dancing, Play in the fenced backyard and...

Sarah D. says "As a Mama who was very reluctant to go back to work, Tina was/is our absolute dream come true. Her years of experience, teamed with with her intuition and...

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Montessori Community School

123 SOUTH NAVARRA DRIVE SCOTTS VALLEY, CA

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...
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Building Kidz of Scotts Valley

106 Vine Hill School Road SCOTTS VALLEY, CA

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...
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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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Mercedez Hernandez Daycare

184 Pajaro Circle Freedom, CA

I provide a fun, loving and bilingual home daycare environment for infants to school age children. Your child will feel respected, included, important, accepted and safe under my care. Children are provided with indoor and outdoor play areas. Together we will explore & build skills through play, paint, water, blocks, books,...
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Mount Madonna Preschool

445 Summit Road WATSONVILLE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1689/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Child care
Preschool
+ 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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Building Kidz

106 Vine Hill School Rd Scotts Valley, CA

Welcome to Building Kidz of Scotts Valley Preschool and Kindergarten The school is part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses whose mission is to deliver a world class preschool experience resulting in children that love learning, connect with the performing arts, and demonstrate accelerated development of their...
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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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Giggles-N-Wiggles

1855 41st Ave Space F12 Capitola, CA

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Secret Garden Too

3205 Salisbary Dr Santa Cruz, CA

State license verified

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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Daycare centers near you in Aptos, CA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Aptos, CA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Aptos, CA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Aptos, CA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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