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Marie's Angels Daycare

5.0

I have two children at Rose's daycare and they both love it there! My eldest was one of the first to join 3 years ago. There was no doubt in my mind when my second son was born that he would also be under her care. She is passionate about teaching and is evident as the kids continue to sing, dance,...

- Clarisse C

The Learning Tree Daycare

5.0

Jessica is a very talented, patient and kind caregiver. She has been the full time nanny to my daughter (and another little girl) since age 3 months. My husband and I have total trust in Jessica's ability to care for our daughter. She is responsive, flexible, and easy to work with. I highly...

- Julie K

Gwiggles Preschool Llc

5.0

My son has been attending Gwiggles Preschool since November 2018 and he loves it there!! We have been VERY impressed with the teachers Tessa and Tina. They are just amazing with the kiddos and our son has grown so much since joining. They helped him to become potty trained, taught him to try...

- Kristin K

Lola's Child Care and Preschool

5.0

Lola had been helping our family for over a year before she started her own daycare. She had been picking up our kids (11 and 8 years old) from school, driving them around to various activities and spending time with them 2-3 times a week. They went to parks and museums on occasion, but our normal...

- Maria P

Reina's Home Daycare

5.0

Reina is super attentive, kind, and professional. I was very skeptical at first, but im so glad I found her. I couldn't be any more happier and grateful for all she has done for my daughter. Reina is a world-renowned Michelin Star culinary master chef in the eyes of my daughter. Reina made sure my...

- Jacqueline O

Drop-in child care in Daly City, CA

Marie's Angels Daycare

Marie's Angels Daycare

61 Crestwood Dr 22, Daly City, CA

Starting at $330/wk

5.0

(7)

Marie's Angels Daycare is a licensed Montessori child daycare with a maximum capacity of 8 children. Our ratio is one teacher to 6 children. The owner-teacher is a CPR certified, has a Montessori teaching and babysitting experience for almost 6 years. She has a Montessori credential of Infant and...
5.0
"I have two children at Rose's daycare and they both love it there! My eldest was one of the first to join 3 years ago. There was no doubt in my mind when my second son was born that he would also be under her care. She is passionate about teaching and is evident as...

Clarisse C


A Childs World

376 Northgate Ave, Daly City, CA

Costimate: $332/wk

A Child's World located at 376 Northgate Avenue, Daly City, California, offers childcare and learning. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and prekindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from...

The Learning Tree Daycare

The Learning Tree Daycare

318 Magnolia Ave., South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(2)

We are an intimate close knit family daycare locate in the heart of South San Francisco. We offer curriculum and preparation for pre-school and kindergarten. Part of their curriculum will include Spanish Immersion Circle time, which will include topics and activities that will teach them skills that...
5.0
"Jessica is a very talented, patient and kind caregiver. She has been the full time nanny to my daughter (and another little girl) since age 3 months. My husband and I have total trust in Jessica's ability to care for our daughter. She is responsive, flexible, and...

Julie K


Gwiggles Preschool Llc

Gwiggles Preschool Llc

701 China Basin St., San Francisco, CA

Starting at $650/wk

5.0

(5)

Hello! Gwiggles currently has availability for children ages 3 - 5.5 years old. Our hours and rates are as follows: Full time (Mon - Fri 8:30am to 5:30pm) $650 a week Pick up and drop off times are flexible. Temporary and Drop in care is available on a limited basis. Families who enroll...
5.0
"Being first-time parents while living in San Francisco is tough. The cost-of-living is high, and with one-person taking anywhere from 6-weeks to 6-months off from work can be financially challenging. Trying to find good-child care is equally as challenging....

Frances


Lola's Child Care and Preschool

Lola's Child Care and Preschool

23 Rivas Avenue, San Francisco, CA

Starting at $1800/mo

5.0

(2)

We believe that children grow, learn, and thrive by following their own unique style of discovery. It is our goal to provide an environment that engages children with developmentally-appropriate activities and materials. In our program, children will feel supported as they engage with new ideas and...
5.0
"Lola had been helping our family for over a year before she started her own daycare. She had been picking up our kids (11 and 8 years old) from school, driving them around to various activities and spending time with them 2-3 times a week. They went to parks and...

Maria P


Reina's Home Daycare

Reina's Home Daycare

501 ELM CT., South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $12/hr

4.4

(7)

About my Home Daycare My name is Reina and I got daycare license for caring children in my home and I only speak Spanish but I will get help with the interviews My vision is to provide quality time in a clean, safe and reliable environment for families who need care outside the home. I am a...
5.0
"Reina took care of my 3 month old son for two weeks and I couldn't be more appreciative. She was super attentive and sent me detailed reports every day re: sleep, eating and diaper changes. I was worried about having someone care for him as he was a little colicky...

Susan V


Happy Child Family Daycare

Happy Child Family Daycare

730 Paris Street, San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $400/wk

5.0

(4)

Happy Child Family Daycare is a licensed and insured, bilingual childcare provider in San Francisco. We offer early childcare programs for 3 months to 3 years old children. We teach Mandarin and English. Children are encouraged to learn from a variety of play activities, dance and music classes, and...
5.0
"My daughter started at happy child family day care at 3.5 months. What I loved about her daycare vs others we viewed was that the facility was clean and uncluttered. It was a calming place for my daughter to grow. Gloria and her mom are incredibly caring and...

Corinne W


Sweet Arts LLC

Sweet Arts LLC

1643 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $363/wk

We are an art studio for kids! Stay for as little as a 30-minute session, or join us for seasonal art camp, or a Saturday Date Night. Book us for a Sunday party! Tuesday & Thursday: Story & Art Time for age 3 and under (45 minutes) - 10:30 am / 2:30 pm $30 Mon-Fri: After School Art Program...

Cativar Daycare

Cativar Daycare

480 San Anselmo Av South, San Bruno, CA

Starting at $500/wk

Lic#414005042 We are a licensed in-home daycare serving parents with children 6 weeks to 5 years old. We offer: Full-time, part-time and drop-in Homemade food prepared with fresh and local ingredients (vegan option available for each meal) A warm safe and home-like environment with...

JamaJaz Family Day Care

San Pablo Avenue, San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $475/wk

Mission Our ultimate goal is to create a loving atmosphere and stimulating environment for your child. We welcome your constructive criticism and suggestions on how we may better serve you and your child. Staff Our staff is highly experienced, CPR trained, and efficient. Our staff will ensure...

Shining Stars Academy

Shining Stars Academy

2935 24th Avenue, San Francisco, CA

Starting at $1950/mo

Shining Stars Academy welcomes children of all backgrounds, ages 12 months-5 years old. We are a large Family Child Care with a fully equipped, safe playground for outdoors. Our preschool is located in Sunset, San Francisco in a safe, family-friendly neighborhood with free parking always available...

Magic Kingdom Of Learning

Magic Kingdom Of Learning

701 27th Avenue, San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $344/wk

Magic Kingdom of Learning is now ENROLLING infants and toddlers. Please come and join us for Pre-K and K programs. September Discounts Available due to a lot of kids graduating, so come and enroll with us and claim a discount! Our daycare offers: - Big and clean / disinfected and the...

Little Prodigy Daycare

Little Prodigy Daycare

455 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA

Starting at $2100/mo

Little Prodigy Daycare started April 2014. I have previously worked at a home-based daycare and loved the experience. When I had my first daughter, I realized I wanted to stay home and be with her, so opening a daycare came to mind and that is how we started. I started studying early childhood...

Little Dreamers Child Care

Little Dreamers Child Care

473 Alta Vista Drive, South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $1500/mo

Full-time or part-time child care schedules available. Schedule is key! I have a full day of fun and play planned everyday to keep the children busy and keep their minds thinking. We have plenty of outside time in my large and safe backyard. No pets. Little Dreamers Child Care envisions a world...

The Children's Cottage

The Children's Cottage

710 Del Monte Ave, South San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $338/wk

My program provide from birth to 5 years old. I believe my job as a family child care provider is to support the role of families in children's lives. I strive to enhance the physical, cognitive and emotional growth of each and every child in my care through a wide variety of activities. The...

World of Learning and Fun

World of Learning and Fun

2279 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA

Starting at $120/day

World of Learning and Fun has been in the business for over 30 years since 1981 with an active, loving atmosphere. World of Learning and Fun is a large and newly equipped daycare with a homelike setting where children feel motivated, comfortable, safe, and free to take on life's experiences. WLF...

Rising Star Family Childcare

Rising Star Family Childcare

33 Seneca Ave, San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $400/wk

We are a licensed bilingual family childcare. We speak Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin) and English who can help your children expand their language ability and cultural diversity and support bilingual learning. Our curriculum is play-based, and we offer children many kinds of learning...

Shining Star Bilingual Montessori

Shining Star Bilingual Montessori

610 20th Street, San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $357/wk

Our school is located in the Dogpatch neighborhood of San Francisco. It is the only authentic Montessori preschool and one of the best bilingual Montessori preschool in the Potrero Hill area. Our unique educational program for young learners encourages exploration, both independently and in a group...

Simple beginnings

Simple beginnings

1400 7th Str, San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $359/wk

Welcome to Simple Beginnings! A family daycare in the Potrero Hill neighborhood in San Francisco I value simplicity and independence. Children thrive best in a safe and caring environment where they are allowed to express themselves freely. My own children are part of the program as well, so the...

Zulia's Daycare

Zulia's Daycare

2635 San Jos Ave., San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $400/wk

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Daly City, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care.