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ST. MICHAEL PRESCHOOL CENTER

401 HUDSON ST REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(2)

2 mi

starting at: $2250/mo

Waldorf

Cooperative

Outdoor/nature

Academic

International

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At the heart of our center is a profound and sincere love for each and every child. We understand that nurturing is as essential as education, and we go the extra mile to provide a warm and caring environment where children feel cherished and valued.

Care Member says "I have had two sons enrolled at St. Michael’s. My youngest is still there. The staff is so caring and goes above and beyond. Mary is very...

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Building Kidz Of San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!

39 E 39TH AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

3 mi

Cooperative

Outdoor/nature

Academic

International

Developmental (play-based)

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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 0-6. 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 "Owner is very kind. Makes me feel good dropping my little one off with her. "

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Abc Panda Child Care

1762 Lake Street San Mateo, CA

5.0(3)

3 mi

We are proud to introduce our childcare center, were we prioritize the well-being and development of your children. Our dedicated staff cares for each child with the same love and attention as if they were their own. We believe in fostering a nurturing environment that encourages learning through play. In addition to our compassionate caregiving, we also offer organic meals to ensure that your children receive the best nourishment. Our full-time care services are designed to provide a safe and engaging space for your little ones. We look forward to the opportunity to nurture and support your child's growth.

Ally L. says "We are first time parents and brought our daughter to Karla starting at 7 months. I was nervous about daycare because my daughter had never taken a bottle...

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Andino's Day Care

343 Dumbarton Ave. Redwood City, CA

5.0(10)

4 mi

With six years of experience as a nanny and seventeen years as a daycare provider, we strive to create a loving, safe, and educational environment. At Andinos Daycare our goal is to prioritize the health, learning abilities, and personal growth through playing, socializing with other children, and a bilingual setting. we offer both languages: English and Spanish. Other services we provide to prepare your child for kindergarten include breakfast, snack, lunch, art and crafts, circle time, visits to the library and our local park. transportation to and from local schools is also offered for children in preschool to elementary school. We like to think of ourselves as a home away from home for your children!

Jane S. says "I cannot thank Isabel enough and would absolutely recommend her daycare for anyone's baby or kids. Her daycare is actually the first-ever daycare my baby...

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Building Kidz of San Mateo North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

120 LINDBERGH ST SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

6 mi

Cooperative

Outdoor/nature

Academic

International

Developmental (play-based)

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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 our students. 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 "Director is super nice. Kids get a lot of outdoor time which is a plus for my expectations."

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Little Footsteps

1501 S EL CAMINO REAL SAN MATEO, CA

4.5(2)

5 mi

Developmental (play-based)

Child care

Preschool

We believe children learn and master new skills through a variety of play experiences. We acknowledge children know how to learn, we are there to support their learning experience. We understand each child is unique and learns through different approaches. Learning occurs anywhere and anytime. We purposefully observe what the children are doing while considering their developmental level. The program provides the children with the space and time to discover and develop their learning. We provide the children and youth with supportive and encouraging staff to assist.

Laura G. says "My family has been a part of the Footsteps family since my oldest son was 6 months old (he is now 15 years old). Both of my sons started in the infant...

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BUILDING KIDZ OF MENLO PARK

490 WILLOW RD MENLO PARK, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

starting at: $2200/mo

Day Care

Child care

Preschool

We're a small high top performing preschool that is located in the park. Our preschool specializes in the Performing Arts where children learn music, dance and theater. Your preschooler will truly love our environment and curriculum. Our philosophy is to develop the whole child in all aspects of their young lives. Children between the ages of 2 and 6 develop physical coordination, formulate and combine ideas, are able to learn more complex games, and begin the journey of learning about themselves and each other. Being playful while learning is the best way to help children to remember and later apply concepts they have learned. Play and performing arts are stitched throughout our daily activities. Foreign language is introduced and expanded upon throughout our preschool curriculum. Our teachers provide individual attention to support every child’s unique needs. Our preschool curriculum allows our children to thrive and introduces language, math, science, and social skills in a way that encourages learning at every child’s own pace. Our children strengthen their cognitive and social skills with fun memory games and team activities which combine creative expression with a tactile experience in a group setting. Math and science skills are developed with hands-on experiences and supported by elements of the performing arts. Language experiences are introduced with performing arts integration to support accelerated literacy and language development. Let's learn together!

Clarissa E. says "I initially attended another location where Sylvia was the director. We were with her for 5 years. When she opened up her Menlo Park location and we had...

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Tiny Town Daycare

2150 Pulgas Ave East Palo Alto, CA

5.0(3)

9 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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My Sweet Home Daycare

434 Patricia Ave San Mateo, CA

5.0(2)

6 mi

I believe at the early development stage children learn well through play and activities. At My Sweet Home Daycare we will strive to create a safe and nurturing environment optimum for your child s growth and learning experience. We will also do our best to assist your child in developing important values such as good manners, caring/sharing, patience, responsibility for self and others, as well as communication and teamwork.

Anita S. says "Juliana is caring and thoughtful. My daughter enjoyed being at My Sweet Home Daycare. Juliana celebrated her 1st and 2nd birthday at her Daycare, before...

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Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

4232 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA

4.0(2)

10 mi

Our school is a Bilingual Montessori Preschool for age 2 years old to 6 years old, with a focus on each child s whole development: small/large motor skills, independence, focus, self-discipline, team work, socialization skills, grace/courtesy, environmental awareness, creative expression, innovative thinker, and academics.

Care Member says "This preschool has been the best decision ever for my kids. It is a little further away, but the education quality is worth the drive. They're learning...

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LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

3789 PARK BLVD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

10 mi

starting at: $1800/mo

Developmental (play-based)

International

Cooperative

Day Care

Child care

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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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CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL- REDWOOD CITY

1835 VALOTA RD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(7)

4 mi

starting at: $2200/mo

International

Montessori

Academic

Day Care

Child care

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Casa dei Bambini School is an International & Multicultural private school. Our school has been serving the Silicon Valley community since 1987. What sets our school apart from all other schools is our model and our vision for what young children's preschool and kindergarten experience can be. Great locations in Palo Alto & Redwood City, highly educated, dedicated, and intentional faculty combined with the best application of Montessori theory and pedagogy have made us known here and abroad. We offer a content-rich curriculum. Daily Enrichment classes: Gymnastics, Music, French & Spanish helps our students see themselves as essential World community members.

Care Member says "We moved our 3.5 year old to Casa dei Bambini mid-year last year and I am grateful everyday. The staff are kind, caring and excellent teachers. The...

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Bambi Daycare

416 Third Avenue Redwood City, CA

5.0(3)

4 mi

A safe environment, with a lot of love and special care. I'm qualified and certified with all training and certifications to be a qualified child care person.

Kelli O. says "Maria is so great with our son. We've been taking him since he was 3 months old, and from his first day with her she has shown him love, care, and has...

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CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL

457 COLLEGE AVE PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(4)

9 mi

starting at: $2200/mo

International

Montessori

Academic

Kindergarten

Day Care

+ 2 more

Care Member says "Casa is the best there is - look no further. We have sampled other schools, and from our experiences and from friends, there is just no place like Casa...

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CREATIVE LEARNING PRESCHOOL

3399 CSM DR SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

4 mi

Outdoor/nature

International

Academic

Kindergarten

Day Care

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Creative Learning Preschool is located in San Mateo, CA. Our address is 3399 CSM Dr. San Mateo CA 94402 We care for students from ages 2-6. The teacher to student ratio is low-5 to 1. Our curriculum is play and fundamental education based: early reading, word recognition, geometrical shape building while also including nature exploration, outdoor exercise, music and art activities. We offer parents TWO day FREE classes for their preschoolers. We are open from 8:00 am -6:00 pm ( M-F) This is our website https://www.createpreschool.com/ Please email us (creativepre@yahoo.com) or call us at 650-762-4748 to reserve a spot and set up an in person visit

Miguel H. says "Our 3yo attended CREATIVE LEARNING PRESCHOOL for about 5 months. It was the perfect fit. We noticed a boost in his confidence, social skills and...

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REDWOODS INTER. MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN

2000 WOODSIDE RD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)

4 mi

starting at: $2400/mo

International

Montessori

Academic

Child care

Located very close to the heart of Silicon Valley, The Redwoods International Montessori School, (TRIMONT) absorbs the vibrant culture of its international inhabitants. TRIMONT is a sanctuary of child centered calm in the midst of an ever changing, bustling and innovative world. The vision of TRIMONT is to enrich the lives of children on a daily basis, develop a love for learning and discovery in an integrated social and academic environment. Each child has unique abilities, and we aspire to partner with families to ensure that each child will receive the tools he/ she needs to attain their full potential. Montessori is a method of observing and supporting the natural development of children. This approach allows our children to develop creativity, problem solving, social and time management skills. Simultaneously they become observers of their world and learn to contribute to their society and their environment. TRIMONT also emphasizes that we are all part of a global family and learning about other countries, cultures and people is important.

Matt D. says "This is the best 2-year-old to TK school we've found in the area, after touring multiple and sending our two oldest children to two 2 other schools. It is a...

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Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home - Licensed Daycare Facility

1352 HENDERSON AVE MENLO PARK, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

starting at: $1900/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

Academic

In-Home daycare

Preschool

Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home is a caring and loving environment where your child can learn and grow. At our home daycare, we focus on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure your child's development. We focus on a variety of Montessori Inspired, Project-based, and Developmental Play-based activities to promote an environment of learning and curiosity. Your child will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. Our daycare operating hours are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, and are open M - F. Before/after care available.

Karen A. says "Excellent location, the staff consistently offers high quality care of each child's needs. They stick to a tight schedule and are extremely communicative...

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Little Flowers Daycare

3805 CASANOVA DR SAN MATEO, CA

3 mi

starting at: $1660/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

In-Home daycare

We are a Day Care that prides itself in taking care of children as a part of our family, with love, respect and a lot of consideration, we also work with parents as a team, for the better development of children and to ensure a smooth transition from home to daycare to Pre-K/Kindergarten. Our Day Care that has the design of a school where we have the materials for complete development while still making the children feel at home.

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Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

963 Lurline Dr Foster City, CA

4 mi

At Mi Escuelita Daycare and Preschool we help children learn in a developmentally appropriate environment. We believe the first 5 years of a child's life is the most important; therefore, they should have fun and benefit from a structured and yet flexible schedule! After all, even the experts agree that children learn mostly through play. These carefree years are so short, and soon the children will be exposed to a much more structured form of learning. Our goal is to provide a safe, caring, loving and educational place for children where they can learn and grow physically, emotionally, intellectually and socially at their own pace.

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BRIGHT ANGEL MONTESSORI ACADEMY

695 BAY RD MENLO PARK, CA

7 mi

Montessori

Kindergarten

Day Care

Preschool

Child care

We strive to create an aesthetic and state-of-the-art setting that is conducive to your child’s learning. The innovative curriculum reflects a focus on the traditional Montessori content areas of language, mathematics, sensorial, and practical life. Language activities range from naming ordinary objects to writing down observations, acting as a foundation for developing writing and reading skills. Mathematics tasks involve learning to count and sort objects, experiencing the wonder of math from the quantitative to the numerical perspective. Sensorial materials focus on the exploration of geometric concepts such as diameter, size, and shape, increasing the practical understanding of our world. Practical life experiences offer daily-living exercises that are designed to strengthen hand-eye coordination and motor skill development. Culture and geography exposure introduces children to the rich diversity of the world in which we live through celebrating holidays and seasons. Art activities provide children with venues for self-expression while studying the techniques and styles of various master artists and time periods. Music & movement lessons give children early exposure to the performing arts, which has long been shown to have significant effects on intellectual development. Mixed-age group classes offer a setting where children can learn naturally via peer observation, modeling, and role-reversal.

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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in San Carlos, CA

Daycares in San Carlos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

ST. MICHAEL PRESCHOOL CENTER

I have had two sons enrolled at St. Michael’s. My youngest is still there. The staff is so caring and goes above and beyond. Mary is very...

- Care member

Building Kidz Of San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!

Owner is very kind. Makes me feel good dropping my little one off with her.

- Care member

Abc Panda Child Care

We are first time parents and brought our daughter to Karla starting at 7 months. I was nervous about daycare because my daughter had never...

- Ally L.

FAQs for finding daycares near you in San Carlos, CA

What are the benefits of daycare near me in San Carlos, CA?

Daycare centers near you in San Carlos, 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.

What services do daycare centers offer near me in San Carlos, CA?

Daycares near you in San Carlos, 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.

What should I look for in a daycare center near me in San Carlos, CA?

Finding the right daycare center near you in San Carlos, 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.

What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in San Carlos, CA?

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in San Carlos, 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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ST. MICHAEL PRESCHOOL CENTER

Building Kidz Of San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!

Abc Panda Child Care

Andino's Day Care

$1,000 off Premium Discount

Building Kidz of San Mateo North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

Little Footsteps

BUILDING KIDZ OF MENLO PARK

Tiny Town Daycare

My Sweet Home Daycare

Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

LILLIPUT PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER

CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL- REDWOOD CITY

Bambi Daycare

CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL

CREATIVE LEARNING PRESCHOOL

REDWOODS INTER. MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN

Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home - Licensed Daycare Facility

Little Flowers Daycare

Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

BRIGHT ANGEL MONTESSORI ACADEMY

Recent daycare reviews from local parents in San Carlos, CA

ST. MICHAEL PRESCHOOL CENTER

Building Kidz Of San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!

Abc Panda Child Care

FAQs for finding daycares near you in San Carlos, CA

What are the benefits of daycare near me in San Carlos, CA?

What services do daycare centers offer near me in San Carlos, CA?

What should I look for in a daycare center near me in San Carlos, CA?

What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in San Carlos, CA?

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