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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Elk Grove, CA

Little Heartbeats Daycare

5.0

My daughters attended Ms. Elza's daycare for over a year before starting preschool. We were very happy with our experience, the girls were always excited to go in the mornings and felt very welcomed. Ms Elza provides a variety of activities so every day is exciting and different, but the routines...

- Tanya K.

Jo's Smile Childcare

5.0

Smile Childcare is fantastic and I highly recommend! She has looked after our baby girl full time from 5 months old until 11 months old and we feel like we struck gold with her. Jo is very caring, dependable, and proactive. She has many years of experience and any family that has the chance to hire...

- Care member

Jo's Smile Childcare - Offering Personal In-home Licensed Daycare

5.0

Jo's Smile Childcare offers a warm and stimulating environment tailored to our 12-month-old daughter and 2-year-old son. In this cozy setting, Jo creates sensory-rich spaces for infants and engaging areas for toddlers, fostering development and joy. Her dedication to personalized care is evident in...

- Care member

Emmanuel Childcare - 8am - 5pm

5.0

My child was learning and growing at Emmanuel childcare. So happy everyday at Emmanuel Childcare. Lula is amazing and i am 100% sure she can never compromise our children safety i definitely recommend this day care.

- Care member

Drop-in child care in Elk Grove, CA

GOLDEN VALLEY ACADEMY

GOLDEN VALLEY ACADEMY

7725 SHELDON ROAD, ELK GROVE, CA

Starting at $1080/mo

Golden Valley Academy offers a loving home like environment where children can learn and grow. We offer the best in Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness Programs for ages 2-5 and provide Before/After School care for Kindergarten- 6th grade children. Qualified and Experienced Staff Flexible...

TOTS OF LOVE - ELK GROVE WEST

TOTS OF LOVE - ELK GROVE WEST

3151 DWIGHT ROAD, SUITE 400, ELK GROVE, CA

Starting at $235/mo

At Tots of Love our focus is on creating fun, safe, and meaningful learning experiences for the students in our care. We focus on providing children opportunities to explore and play in educationally enriched environments, with our skilled teaching staff supporting and guiding students as they...

Arista Preschool of Elk Grove

Arista Preschool of Elk Grove

9441 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA

Arista Preschool believes that each child is a unique individual who deserves a secure, nurturing and stimulating environment in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, and socially. We strive to provide the highest quality early childhood learning experiences in a structured, yet...

Tata's Friends Preschool And Childcare

Tata's Friends Preschool And Childcare

8817 Barn Owl Court, Elk Grove, CA

Hello parents! I currently have two school age spots open for before/after school and off track students. I offer a loving, clean and safe in home childcare and, because I keep my child ratio low, I am able to provide a personal and attentive childcare atmosphere. For 2 years I was a teacher...

River City Early Learning Center

River City Early Learning Center

3050 Babson Dr., Elk Grove, CA

We provide a fun, loving environment for the children. Our center starts at six weeks old to twelve years old. We provide before and after school care and off track/break care. For full time children, we provide breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. We also offer 5, 3, or 2 days a week...

Art of Montessori

Art of Montessori

8930 Sierra Street, Elk Grove, CA

Sacramento's only Reggio-Inspired Montessori preschool. Where innovation, creativity and authenticity meet.

Peekaboo Daycare located in Elk Grove, CA offers Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, After School Care, and Full or Part-time Care programs. Drop-in Care is likewise welcome. The center provides various activities such as puzzles, blocks, colors and numbers, beginning recognition of letters, sorting,...

Little Heartbeats Daycare

Little Heartbeats Daycare

Countryside Way, SACRAMENTO, CA

Starting at $200/mo

5.0

(8)

Welcome to Little Heartbeats Daycare! We are a state licensed in-home daycare located in Sacramento, CA. -CPR & First Aid, Preventative Health & Safety Certified -10+ years of experience with children of all ages -Located right off the freeway for easy drop off/pick up -Clean and safe...
5.0
"She was super helpful and understanding of my child's needs. She was great to work with. My son, every time he came home, he always had fun and told me all the good things he was doing at Elza's!"

Joseph S.


Jo's Smile Childcare

Jo's Smile Childcare

4000 Valley High Drive, SACRAMENTO, CA

Starting at $675/mo

5.0

(4)

**New Openings for 1-5 year olds** Welcome to Jo's Smile Childcare! Jo's Smile Childcare is an In-Home Licensed Daycare that is located in Sacramento, CA. We accept young children from ages 0-7 years of age. We offer quality and affordable childcare through our work with private pay clients...
5.0
" I highly recommend Jo for all your childcare needs! From changing and feeding my 2 year old son as an infant, to teaching him shapes and colors as a toddler; Jo truly does it all! My son absolutely adores her and just within the 1st the few months of childcare...

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5.0

(13)

Welcome to Jo's Smile Childcare! Jo's Smile Childcare is an In-Home Licensed Daycare that is located in Sacramento, CA. We accept young children from ages 0-7 years of age. We offer quality and affordable childcare through our work with private pay clients and we also accept Child Action....
5.0
"Jo's Smile Childcare has been a remarkable find for our family. Jo's nurturing approach and personalized attention have greatly impacted my 18 month old son's development. He's not only potty-trained and speaking more clearly but also learning shapes and colors in...

Danielle L.


Emmanuel Childcare -  8am - 5pm

Emmanuel Childcare - 8am - 5pm

8706 LA CROSSE WAY, SACRAMENTO, CA

Welcome to Emmanuel Child Care! Over 13 years of Experience. At Emmanuel Child Care, we provide nurturing, day time care for your little ones from 8 AM to 5pm, offering a safe and stimulating environment while you focus on your commitments. Our program emphasizes art and activity-focused...
5.0
"My child was learning and growing at Emmanuel childcare. So happy everyday at Emmanuel Childcare. Lula is amazing and i am 100% sure she can never compromise our children safety i definitely recommend this day care."

Care member


Sweetz Lovable Childcare 24/7

Sweetz Lovable Childcare 24/7

7235 French Rd, Sacramento, CA

Hello, If you are in need of quality childcare in the South Sacramento area I may be able to help! *6wks-12yrs *I have excellent educational background and experience with children *Childcare is open 24/7 -Days, Evening, Weekends(per early arrangements), Overnight, Drop-In, Emergency...

Little Blue House Preschool and Early Learning

Little Blue House Preschool and Early Learning

6350 34th Avenue, Sacramento, CA

Little Blue House Preschool and Early Learning, LIC 343 620 961. I am located in South Sacramento near Fruitridge and 65th. I am a licensed child care provider; however, I do not babysit. I am an Early Childhood Educator. I have a Master's Teacher's permit granted by the state of California. I also...

Mather Preschool

Mather Preschool

10265 ROCKINGHAM DR STE 150, Sacramento, CA

Our mission is to promote equity in education from birth by providing a high-quality education for young children from diverse backgrounds, encompassing cognitive, emotional, social and physical development, in a safe and caring environment in alignment with (QRIS) national standards. Mather...

Tiny Toes Home Daycare

8550 Florin Rd, Sacramento, CA

Tiny Toes Home Daycare Providing Professional Childcare Services Open 24 Hours Mon-Sun. We provide a safe, clean, respectful and productive environment for your child. Services Provided: Lots of interactive learning Daily reading time Arts & Crafts Teach English/Spanish Reading (Your...

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