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Daycares in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews of the 106 listed daycares

Little Footsteps

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...

- Laura G.

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 Childcare

She took care of both of our children. Very trusting. We trusted her with our children, she did a really good job not just at taking care of...

- Patrick D.

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Little Footsteps

1501 S EL CAMINO REAL SAN MATEO, CA

4.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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...

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 San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!

39 E 39TH AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
🌟 **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...

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

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Patrick D. says "She took care of both of our children. Very trusting. We trusted her with our children, she did a really good job not just at taking care of them but...

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Building Kidz of San Mateo North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

120 LINDBERGH ST SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
🌟 **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...

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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Gong's House Family Daycare

1744 Pierce Street SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2450/mo
Cooperative
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
At Gong’s House Family Daycare, we provide a warm, safe, and nurturing bilingual environment where children can grow and thrive. Our program blends play-based and Montessori-inspired learning to encourage curiosity, creativity, and independence. With healthy meals, a structured daily routine, and individualized attention, we...

Care Member says "We feel so fortunate to have found this wonderful home-based daycare for our daughter. It’s a true gem, a warm, nurturing environment where she is...

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JACOBO, MARISELA A.

741 PATRICIA AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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Norma's Little Hands Daycare

44 Lodato Ave. Apt. 204 San Mateo, CA

5.0(2)
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 and loving manner. It is my goal to make the kid's experience very safe, loving and fun at all times.

Dev Y. says "Norma was our full-time nanny, caring for our twin boys for over 2 years, until they started elementary school this fall. Norma has our highest...

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Abc Panda Child Care

1762 Lake Street San Mateo, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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...

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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Medina Family Daycare

849 Patricia Ave San Mateo, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Medina Family Daycare is run by a mother and daughter duo, Delma and Marcela. Together, we have served our community for over 16 years. Our daycare is in our home, we have a classroom set up, outside play space and many activities indoors. We believe that children learn best through play, we have set up our home to be an...

Care Member says "They put my mind at ease. It was so nerve-racking having someone else watch my son for the first time but dropping him off at Daycare felt like dropping...

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My Sweet Home Daycare

434 Patricia Ave San Mateo, CA

5.0(2)
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,...

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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MagicEducation

2314 Norfolk San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
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 on every aspect of child's growth. We tailor our attention to each child's cognitive, emotional, social and physical...

Yun X. says "When you walk in, you are greeted warmly and politely and are helped immediately! Safety is of utmost importance at this facility so families should always...

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Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare

Kent Street San Mateo, CA

5.0(3)
Michelle's Family Daycare started off in 2001 as a Daycare home that, over the years, has grown into a preschool program in which children develop social skills, bilingual skills, leadership skills and prepares your child for kindergarten. With a 4 child : 1 provider ratio, we create a caring and stable environment for your...

Mega B. says "It seems like any parent I talk to that sends their child to daycare has "that one thing..." that they just don't like about where their kid goes... Well,...

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Safari Kid San Mateo

521 E 5TH AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2280/mo
Academic
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
+ 3 more
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...

Danielle B. says "My son has been going since he was 18 months and he is super happy with the daycare and looks forward to going in every day. He learns a lot and has fun...

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CREATIVE LEARNING PRESCHOOL

3399 CSM DR SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
International
Preschool
Child care
+ 2 more
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...

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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Kids Konnect Preschool and Daycare

2145 Bunker Hill Dr San Mateo, CA

3.0(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 for pre-kindergarten, and preschool children is highly rated by our parents and allows us to ensure every child reaches...

Joe P says "We've moved our two children to Kids Konnect and was the best move we've ever made! Much faster progress for my 4 year old and everyone was so welcoming."

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ABC Richa Day Care

1432 New Bridge Ave San Mateo, CA

4.0(9)

State license verified

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 education, play, structure and plenty of love and attention for infants and toddlers. I provide age-appropriate...

Care Member says "My younger daughter goes to Videh aunty’s daycare since last 18 months. My daughter has received exceptional care and growth. Their house is nicely...

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Serendipity School

3172 Clearview Way San Mateo, CA

3.0(2)
Child care
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 program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate...

Sarah says "We couldn't imagine being anywhere else. We are so thankful to be part of the Serendipity community. It truly feels great fully trusting the teachers with my...

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Feeling Good Daycare

1623 Van Buren St San Mateo, CA

4.0(5)
In-Home daycare
Child care
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, then pick him/her up whenever you are free. I am currently caring a child of 11 months old. Please contact me if you are...

Asi A. says "I wasnt able to get child care from her however she is so very sweet and helpful. I had called her because I needed a daycare for me 2 month old infant....

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Day ABC Panda Care

2316 Kent St San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)

Susan W. says "This is an excellent day care. I love being able to drop of my 4 month old and know that he is in loving arms. My son gets much more attention than he...

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Little Miracles Playhouse

San Mateo San Mateo, CA

3.0(2)
In-Home daycare
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 emergency care.

Jamie V. says "Hello, my daycare Little Miracles Playhouse never took care of this womens child. I also would like to add that I worked for this women for 4 months and...

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in San Mateo, CA

Daycare centers near you in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, 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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