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Daycares in Santa Cruz, CA

SPROUTS SC

SPROUTS SC

250 CALIFORNIA ST, SANTA CRUZ, CA

Starting at $60000/mo

5.0

(3)

Sprouts Aftercare is a Licensed after school program located in Santa Cruz, California.  Sprouts works with the community and families to provide a fun, safe and creative space for students to enjoy during their time away from school.  We believe that exposing children to new experiences and...
5.0
"They are wonderful! They're really excellent with communication, they are reliable and kind! Highly quality care service!"

EVELYN D.


Common Threads Montessori

Common Threads Montessori

208 Rankin St, Santa Cruz, CA

Common Threads Montessori based in Santa Cruz, CA strives to support the mind, body, and spirit growth of the whole child. The school uses a blend of high-quality materials including Montessori and "open-ended manipulatives" for children ages three through six years old.

Secret Garden Too

Secret Garden Too

3205 Salisbary Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

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.

Kinder Cottage

3834 Gross Rd, Santa Cruz, CA

5.0

(1)

The Kinder Cottage in Santa Cruz, California provides childcare and preschool education for two to six year old children. Their age-appropriate and play-based curriculum allows the children to express themselves and stimulates their cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They also...
5.0
"We love Kinder Cottage! The teachers are all so loving yet matter of fact. The children have free choice, with outdoor access almost all day. My son was very happy there."

Sarah H.


Coryell Autism Center

Coryell Autism Center

111 Errett Circle, Santa Cruz, CA


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650 Corcoran Ave, Santa Cruz, CA


Yoli Gallardo

3960 Reposa Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA

I have been a care taker for many years, first with my own parents. I later worked for ComForcare for about 5 years and had much experience with a huge diversity of patients with different needs, but mainly elder people who needed help with their medication, getting ready for their day, some light...

Children's Preschool Santa Cruz

420 Melrose Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Children's Preschool Santa Cruz provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Santa Cruz, California, for preschool kids. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best...

Casey's Care

137 Chestnut Street 110, Santa Cruz, CA

Hello! I am a stay-at-home mommy to a funny, happy 2-year-old, and I am available to care for another infant/toddler in my home on a part-time basis. My hours and rates are flexible, and include nights and weekends! I am located in a very nice neighborhood in downtown Santa Cruz. My son and I take...

Coastal Community Preschool

900 High St, Santa Cruz, CA

The Coastal Community Preschool provides childcare for two to pre-kindergarten-age children in Santa Cruz, California. Their facilities and curriculum provide an age and developmentally appropriate environment for social, physical, and cognitive growth in which each child has opportunities to learn,...

Teddy Bear Junction Child Care

1445 Harper St, Santa Cruz, CA

The Teddy Bear Junction Child Care in Glendale, California offers a preschool program for children from two and a half to five years old. Their curriculum aims to stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth through self-initiated and self-paced activities. They aim to...

Little Acorns Montessori

1215 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Little Acorns Montessori is a state-licensed child care center that offers early childhood education programs geared towards infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Located in Santa Cruz, California, the company admits children ages six months old to six years old. The company’s curriculum focuses on...

Mrs Bus Stop Preschool

3215 Axford Rd, Santa Cruz, CA

Mrs. Bus Stop Preschool is a child care facility that offers educational day care programs for preschool children. Located in Santa Cruz, California, the company admits children ages two to five years old. The company’s curriculum features a wide range of activities that include music, dance,...

Calvary Child Care Center

532 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA

Calvary Preschool is a private, non-profit, non-sectarian preschool located at 532 Center Street, Santa Cruz, California. It provides high-quality childcare and preschool in a warm and caring environment at affordable rates. The school also offers free childcare for especially needy children,...

Santa Cruz Learning Center

720 Fairmount Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz Learning Center is a registered child care provider in the state of California. Their center at 720 Fairmount Ave, Santa Cruz, CA emphasizes the role of proper guidance in a child's development and general well-being, that's why they utilize a child-centered approach that pays attention...

Pitter-patter Daycare

1385 7th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Located in the Live Oak neighborhood of Santa Cruz Pitter-Patter Daycare is close to two beautiful parks Frederick Street Playground overlooking the harbor and the sandy Jose Avenue Playground. The relaxed family neighborhood of Live Oak offers a comforting familar feel for children in my care. Your...

Cribs Daycare

530 Tabor Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

Cribs Daycare in Santa Cruz, 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 kids of all ages.

Nuevo Dia Child Development Center

135 Leibrandt Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Nuevo Dia Child Development Center is a licensed child care company that serves families living in Santa Cruz, California. Nuevo Dia Child Development Center mainly handles preschool children between the ages of three to five years old. The company implements a structured curriculum focused on...

Campus Kids Connection Inc-Bostwick Children's Center located in Santa Cruz, CA is a fun and stimulating preschool for children ages 24 months to entering kindergarten. Daily activities include art projects, circle time, dramatic play, science, lunch and snacks, quiet nap time, outdoor exploration,...

Santa Cruz Toddler Care Center, Inc

1738 16th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

The Santa Cruz Toddler Care Center in Santa Cruz, California offers child care and preschool for one to three year old children. Their age-appropriate curriculum encourages healthy socialization, artistic activities, and creative play, which will satisfy and set the foundation for optimal growth and...

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