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Recent daycare reviews in San Mateo, CA
My Dream Home Daycare
5.0
I highly recommend Andrea's My Dream Home Daycare! Our daughter has been attending her daycare for 9 months now. Unfortunately, we have to pull her since we will be moving away. We are going to miss Andrea and her daycare so much! I know our daughter will too. Andrea has been a wonderful Daycare...
- Lauren R
Buddies World Day Care
5.0
My son has been going to this daycare since he was a year old and he enjoys being there. Both Aline and Lucas were very patient during his transition and have treated him like a family. My little one learnt so many words and is so active and looks forward to going each day. He likes food prepared by...
- Krishna
Creative Minds Child Center, Inc.
5.0
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 and was with me every day since birth. However, the transition to daycare with Karla was stress free and so reassuring. Karla is so caring,...
- Ally L
Daycares in San Mateo, CA
5.0
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Are you looking for an outstanding home day care / Preschool for your child? I am Mrs. Videh B., licensed day care provider since 2003. I have been "homeschooling" preschoolers in a home atmosphere of...
5.0
(1)
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The Sunshine Daycare is a licensed home daycare/preschool (lic. # 414001557) located in a quiet neighborhood in San Mateo close to hwys 92 and 101. The daycare has been in operation since 2000. We offer the...
5.0
(3)
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Medina Family Daycare is run by a mother and daughter, together we strive to provide quality care for your child. Our childcare is set up like a classroom and it is in our home, we focus on ensuring that each...
5.0
(8)
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Hello, my name is Andrea, I have 8 years of experience in child care, I have worked for nine years as a nursing assistant in my country.
My goal is for your children to be happy, receive the attention they...
Recent Review:
5.0
I highly recommend Andrea's My Dream Home Daycare! Our daughter has been attending her daycare for 9 months now. Unfortunately, we have to pull her since we will be moving away. We are going to miss Andrea and...
Reviewed by Lauren R
5.0
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Description:
We are here to nurture, take care, respect and most importantly do whatever it takes to meet the needs and wants of your child.
Recent Review:
5.0
My son has been going to this daycare since he was a year old and he enjoys being there. Both Aline and Lucas were very patient during his transition and have treated him like a family. My little one learnt so...
Reviewed by Krishna
5.0
(3)
Description:
We are center focus on the learning developing of the children with an emphasis on activities and teaching drills, even for very small children. Love and Care
Recent Review:
5.0
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 and was with me every day since birth. However, the...
Reviewed by Ally L
5.0
(2)
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Child care provider for infant and toddlers. I will be using music, singing and dancing to make the experience of the kids fun and artistic, lots of arts and crafts all in Spanish and English and in a caring...
3.0
(2)
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Little Miracles Play House is home-based childcare provider located in San Mateo, CA. Owned and operated by Jamie Von Bromssen, the facility can accommodate a maximum of 14 children and offers daycare and...
3.0
(1)
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Daycare with a Montessori Preschool curriculum with Montessori certified teachers.
26 years in business, 16 years at the present site which is accessible to Hi 101 and 92
Breakfast, hot lunch and two snacks...
5.0
(1)
MagicEducation
2314 Norfolk, San Mateo, CA 94403
Description:
Magic Education is a small but refined after school serving children from ages four and a half to ten. Our school has both camp programs, and after-school care as well as summer school programs. We will focus...
5.0
(2)
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Kids Konnect offers fantastic childcare in San Mateo for children aged 2-6. After opening two successful preschools in Pacifica and Oakland we're saying hello to San Mateo!
Our emergent play-based curriculum...
4.8
(5)
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I am willing to offer you the service of my Daycare (Feeling Good) in case you work or live around the San Mateo Area. He/She will be provided with great care and learning Spanish (optional) at the same time,...
5.0
(1)
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Tierra Verde Spanish Immersion Daycare in San Mateo, CA is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and...
3.0
(2)
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Serendipity School in San Mateo, CA is dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways.The center has a comprehensive...
5.0
(1)
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Full of Wonder based in San Mateo, CA is a place especially designed to provide an engaging, safe, and healthy environment for children ages two through five. The center aims to help children develop problem...
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RUSSIAN Immersion Licensed FAMILY DAYCARE "Edutainment", invites children from 2 years old to join the early development bilingual environment.
"Edutainment" is a great option for kids who have at least one...
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Footsteps Child Care is excited to open our first program in San Mateo! Located conveniently off of El Camino, Little Footsteps will serve 18 two-young three year olds and 24 older three-Pre k children. We...
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Our home daycare which is play base. Making your child day happy and productive in a creative learning environment is our mission to keep them safe. We pay special attention to the cleanliness and cheerfulness...
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Kids World Daycare/Preschool is home based daycare for kids ages 2+. We follow Experience Learning Curriculum for overall development of kids with age appropriate activities.
Description:
I started Bright Beginnings Toddler Program in my home in 1984. In 1991 I expanded the program to also include preschool and moved our site to its present location on Hobart Avenue. As a mother of two girls, I...
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FAQs for finding daycares in San Mateo
In 2023 what type of daycare can I find near me in San Mateo, CA?
There are a variety of daycares in San Mateo, CA providing full time and part-time care. Some daycares are facility-based and some are in-home daycares operated out of a person's home. They can also vary in the degree of education and curriculum they offer. Additionally, some daycares offer bilingual programs for parents that want to immerse their children in multiple languages.
How can I find a daycare near me in San Mateo, CA?
If you are looking for daycare options near you, start several months in advance of when you need care for your child. Care.com has 604 in San Mateo, CA as of February 2023 and you can filter daycares by distance from San Mateo or your zip code. From there, you can then compare daycare rates, parent reviews, view their specific services, see their hours of operation and contact them through the website for further information or to request an appointment.
What questions should I ask a daycare provider before signing up?
As you visit daycare facilities in San Mateo, CA, you should ask the providers what their hours are so you can be prepared to adjust your schedule for drop-off and pick-up. Ask what items you are responsible for bringing for your child and what items you may be required to provide that will be shared among other children or the daycare staff. Also, make sure to check directly with the business for information about their local licensing and credentials in San Mateo, CA.