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PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE
5.0
Our family is so happy we found Pillar kids! The staff are warm and approachable and have made a beautiful environment to play and grow. Our child started when he turned 18 months and became bonded with his teacher and classmates quickly. We're grateful to have a comfortable space to come work...
- Care member
A To Z Discovery Childcare And Preschool
5.0
References are available upon request
- Alla A.
Golden Step Childcare & Preschool
5.0
My 3yr old currently attends Golden Step Preschool and our 2yr old will be joining in February 2023. We are so impressed with how thoughtful Nana is with her program. From learning to activities, Blake is always consumed with interesting and fun things to do. With joining just over a year ago, we...
- Jesseca N.
Jumping Lollipops Infant Care
5.0
Choosing a daycare provider for my son was one of the most stressful decisions, but I'm so happy we chose Miss Delaram and Jumping Lolipops. She genuinely cares for the kids, and provides hourly updates that made the transition to daycare so much easier. She's always been so responsive for any...
- Rachel K
Square.Care Oakland
5.0
SquareCare is a phenomenal daycare program. As a mom of two, I've done a lot of research across different programs and childcare providers, and can confidently say the caliber of the caregivers at SquareCare is the best. My husband and I learned so much from Mitzy about how to inspire confidence in...
- Andreea A.
Drop-in child care in Lafayette, CA
5.0
(2)
Pillar Kids is a safe, clean, fun environment for children to create, investigate, and build relationships. Pillar Kids caters to the unique needs of your child, with low educator-to-child ratios that allow for intentional, individualized learning.
We support children’s learning through our...
5.0
"Our daughter has been at Pillar Kids since early 2023 and we are absolutely loving our experience there. She is thriving and we credit so much of her development to the instruction and community at Pillar. We are grateful for the personal attention, small class...
Christina O.
A To Z Discovery Childcare And Preschool
Las Ramblas Drive, Concord, CA
5.0
(1)
License # 073408390
Best in American and European Childcare traditions
Full time, part time, drop in, back up care
Excellent local references
Loving and attentive care for infants; daily reports to parents
Interactive preschool program with weekly themes
Bi-lingual and stimulating environment...
5.0
"References are available upon request"
Alla A.
Golden Step Childcare & Preschool
3710 Hobby Ct, Concord, CA
5.0
(5)
My name is Nahid (Nana) director of Golden Step Childcare and I'm a licensed in-home family childcare provider in Concord by the State of California, CPR, First Aid Certified. We are in a very good location with a safe environment, we are close to Concord Community Park and Bart Station. At Golden...
5.0
"Our family loves this day care. Our son Zane has been going here for a few months and is always happy when we get there and happy when we pick him up. Great activities, food for the kids, and lots of learning new things."
Lowell W
Jumping Lollipops Infant Care
3001 Woodlawn Dr., Walnut Creek, CA
5.0
(4)
I am a certified preschool teacher with years of experience in Art and working with children in many different areas. I opened my own preschool with the mission of creating an environment that ONLY focuses on transparency and giving love to the kids and their families. Unlike other daycares that...
5.0
"I am so glad we found Jumping Lollipops and met Miss Delaram, she is amazing with all the babies. We looked for about 3 months for a safe, secure, fun, educational and happy environment for our little one. It was tough and emotional for us to trust anyone with...
Sadia A.
5.0
(2)
Square.Care Oakland is a Bilingual (English Spanish) play-based child care that focuses on educating children through exploration of the environment using natural developmentally appropriate materials. All materials are disinfected, clean, and safe. Our curriculum focuses on language development,...
5.0
"SquareCare is a phenomenal daycare program. As a mom of two, I've done a lot of research across different programs and childcare providers, and can confidently say the caliber of the caregivers at SquareCare is the best. My husband and I learned so much from Mitzy...
Andreea A.
Marian's Family Daycare & Preschool Program
Mayfair Ave., Concord, CA
5.0
(4)
Marian's Family Daycare is an in home daycare and preschool program, offering a nurturing and loving environment for children ages 6 months through 5 years. I hold a state of California Teacher Permit and have been in business since 1981.
We are Licensed Family Childcare Professionals operating...
5.0
"I highly recommend Marian's Family Daycare. We enrolled my when my daughter was 1.5 & at first I was slighlty skeptical of a home daycare but wanted a more nuturing, individualized environment for my (we were coming for a large day care center). Marian has met &...
Karen A.
5.0
(2)
Patty’s Family Daycare and Preschool.
Goal is to ensure that each child feels nourished and well cared for children in different age-appropriate activities to stimulate their curiosity and developing minds, as well as developing their first gross motor skills. We love to make sure they are engaged...
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Patty's daycare and could not be happier with the care our child receives from her and her employees! We started sending our child to Patty's for full-time care when he was 6 months old. We were quite anxious as he is our first child and did not...
Jacob K.
My Little Carousel
5311 Belvedere Street, OAKLAND, CA
5.0
(5)
My Little Carousel is expanding the capacity for large licence and new location, Near Maxwell Park neighborhoods Fairfax in Oakland CA 94601
5.0
"They are fantastic family who’s lovingly taken care of our kiddo for three years. They actively teach the kiddos and he comes home happy everyday."
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1st Choice Nanny Service
Walnut Creek 94597, Walnut Creek, CA
Thank you for visiting 1st Choice Nanny Service! We provide quality in-home child care and nanny service to meet your family's needs. We take the time to meet with each family and nanny personally to ensure we match the right family with the right nanny. We also thoroughly screen each nanny...
Social Circle
1261 Locust Street 163, Walnut Creek, CA
Does your child struggle with what to say and when to say things? Do they have trouble making friends? Do they have anxiety in everyday public situations? If so then Social Circle is the place for you!
Social Circle is a safe place where your child can truly shine! We are licensed professionals...
Sunshine House
3585 Port Chicago Hwy, Concord, CA
If you have a toddler, it's not too early to get on our waiting list. We care for children starting at 24 months, but we are a great resource for care for younger children!
Sunshine House Preschool is a locally owned childcare business where your voice will be truly listened to. We care about our...
Fox & Bear DayCare
1129 Hearst Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Full time Italian language immersion, art projects, gymnastic classes, library programs, park play time, seasonal healthy meals and a lot of fun at home.
Sunshine House
4950 Pacheco Blvd, Martinez, CA
Carabao Kids Family Child Care
4324 Brookdale Ave, Oakland, CA
Hi! My name is Connie Huang and I am the owner and provider for Carabao Kids. Est. in 2016, Carabao Kids is a home-based daycare that provides a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for families to thrive together. We are currently focusing on infant care.
We strive to provide the best...
Creative Hearts
914 Piute CT, Walnut Creek, CA
We follow an earth schooling curriculum similar to that of Waldorf education, the learning process is essentially threefold, engaging head, heart, and hands-or thinking, feeling, and doing. We ask questions and treat each little like a child who knows the answers and wants to think for themselves,...
Orinda Afternoons
103 El Toyonal, Orinda, CA
5.0
(1)
Orinda Afternoons is a family daycare in the hills of Orinda, providing the highest quality care for children ages zero to three. Orinda Afternoons provides a warm and professionally staffed care environment - complete with a dedicated playroom and art studio, climbing gym, sandbox, thriving organic...
5.0
"We love Orinda Afternoons! It gave my kids exactly the kind of summer that I dreamed of giving them. They got to spend the day in the great outdoors with a handful of other kids, which was exciting without being overstimulating. Bekki is wonderfully attentive to...
Dana S
Boulevard Little People Academy
470 Boulevard Way, Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
The Boulevard Academies consist of two amazing facilities running a program that enhances every child by learning through play; enabling growth physically, academically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. Both academies focus on nurturing quality care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, in...
5.0
"Provided quality care to the many hundreds of familie served in the Grand-Lakeshore-Piedmont area."
Deltrina J.
Bella's Babies INC
5909 Camden St, OAKLAND, CA
5.0
(2)
We are a PLAY BASED early childhood education center.
5.0
"My daughter is now 4.5 and has been attending Bella's Babies since she was 4 months old. We absolutely love it! The center recently moved to a new, larger location; the space is awesome, with separate spaces for bigger kids and babies, different play rooms, and a...
Madeline E.
GUIDING LIGHT MONTESSORI, LLC
2041 OAK PARK BOULEVARD, PLEASANT HILL, CA
5.0
(1)
Located in Pleasant Hill, Guiding Light Montessori offers a location that is convenient for families from Martinez to Walnut Creek. It is a place where children truly can become the “guiding light." They will be able to explore and ignite their curiosity and imagination in a prepared environment....
5.0
"I've had two children attend GLM and they've both loved it. Justina is warm, caring, and creates an amazingly supportive and encouraging learning environment. My kids were both kindergarten ready (and then some). They made deep friendships with the other children...
Ezra F.
Sustainable Summer Break
2831 Harrison St., Oakland, CA
5.0
(1)
Are you looking for summer childcare that is educational and tons of fun?
Sustainable Summer Break is group childcare for children in grades 1-4 in week-long sessions from 9am-3pm, Monday through Friday in the Oakland/Berkeley area. There will be 6 kids in each session, with 2 nannies. For full...
5.0
"While helping my brother with his three kids, I have the experience to accomplish anything. I am able to multi-task no matter how many children. I am local, own transportation, and very loving when it comes to the little ones. =) I am very fun and love to do arts...
Lacy G.
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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Lafayette, CA
How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Lafayette, CA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Lafayette, CA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.
What should I expect when I drop my child off at a drop-in child care center near me in Lafayette, CA?
When you drop your child off near you in Lafayette, CA, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!
Are there any special considerations I need to be aware of when using drop-in child care near me in Lafayette, CA?
Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Lafayette, CA you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.
What times are available for drop-in child care in Lafayette, CA?
Drop-in child care hours in Lafayette, CA will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.