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Drop-In Child Care in Newark, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 40 listed drop-in child care

Kids Art Daycare

My two kids go to Ms. H's art daycare, and we couldn't be happier. The teachers are very attentive, capturing lots of photos and...

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Building Kidz of Menlo Park

Owner has been in the game forever - I'd trust my child here over anything.

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Dallas Family Childcare and Preschool

We absolutely love Dallas Family Childcare! Our son has been attending since 2021 and though he’s in Kindergarten he is still able to attend...

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Kids Art Daycare

NORMANDY DR NEWARK, CA

5.0(5)
starting at
$1500/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
I have 16 years experience in my own daycare plus 10 years at children center. I have BA in fine art , AA in ECE, courses with Medical Terminology, Child Nutrition, Child Psychology. We provide daily fresh cook meals included dinner. We provide organic food. We have story time , yoga , reading , daily curriculum and 1 art...

Care Member says " My two kids go to Ms. H's art daycare, and we couldn't be happier. The teachers are very attentive, capturing lots of photos and serving plenty...

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Building Kidz of Menlo Park

490 WILLOW RD MENLO PARK, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
We're a small high top performing preschool that is located in the park. Our preschool specializes in the Performing Arts where children learn music, dance and theater. Your preschooler will truly love our environment and curriculum. Our philosophy is to develop the whole child in all aspects of their young lives. Children...

Care Member says "Owner has been in the game forever - I'd trust my child here over anything. "

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Dallas Family Childcare and Preschool

25867 Gushue Street HAYWARD, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$960/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
At Dallas Family Childcare and Preschool we are an inclusive program welcomes families from diverse backgrounds, making us a hub for young minds from all walks of life. We understand the importance of a secure and enriching environment for young children. Our founder's personal journey, marked by frequent relocations, inspired...

Care Member says "We absolutely love Dallas Family Childcare! Our son has been attending since 2021 and though he’s in Kindergarten he is still able to attend because of...

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ELAN PRESCHOOL

40 E CARLO ST MILPITAS, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1685/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
When one thinks of what a preschool entails, they immediately think of the curriculum or available open hours. That can be said of any school. However, at Elan Preschool, we also specialize in ensuring that your child is happy, healthy, and ready to succeed as an individual and group member. Along with reading, writing,...

Sharayu .. says "My son started when he was two and he went until he transitioned to kinder. The teachers are very available and have learned about child psychology and...

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Love the kidz daycare preschool

4464 QUEENSBORO WAY UNION CITY, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1495/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Montessori
International
+ 2 more
20 years business

Care Member says "Sofia and team has been great. My son started about 2 weeks ago and we are happy with the service they are providing. There is a lot of space for the...

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Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home - Licensed Daycare Facility

1352 HENDERSON AVE MENLO PARK, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Montessori
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home is a caring and loving environment where your child can learn and grow. At our home daycare, we focus on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure your child's development. We focus on a variety of Montessori Inspired, Project-based, and Developmental Play-based...

Karen A. says "Excellent location, the staff consistently offers high quality care of each child's needs. They stick to a tight schedule and are extremely communicative...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Day Care
Preschool
Child care
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy access and a phenomenal program,...

Care Member says "AWESOME facility. Clean, and the curriculum is fun and engaging for my hyper little one. "

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BUILDING KIDZ OF MENLO PARK

490 WILLOW RD MENLO PARK, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
We're a small high top performing preschool that is located in the park. Our preschool specializes in the Performing Arts where children learn music, dance and theater. Your preschooler will truly love our environment and curriculum. Our philosophy is to develop the whole child in all aspects of their young lives. Children...

Clarissa E. says "I initially attended another location where Sylvia was the director. We were with her for 5 years. When she opened up her Menlo Park location and we had...

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Jennifer's Family Child Care

1951 Latham Street Mountain View, CA

5.0(5)
I am a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) small licensed in-home daycare. My program is play-based, all activities will be learning concepts through hands-on exploration. I present a fun, loving, learning and positive environment for all children. I will be providing care for 6 children total (3 infants and 3 toddlers). I have plenty...

Lizbeth H. says "Jennifer truly is an amazing person and caregiver. It's so hard for me to trust anyone with my son, and even harder for my son to accept anyone but his...

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Learn And Play Montessori School - Dusterberry (Fremont)

4511 PERALTA BLVD FREMONT, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1695/mo
Cooperative
Academic
International
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
+ 5 more
Schedule Your Tour Today: https://www.learnandplaymontessori.com/dusterberry-fremont/school-tours/ Preschool, daycare (childcare), and kindergarten near you. Best-in-class, STEM-focused, the Montessori way. Enrolling now. Your child deserves Montessori! Our best-in-class preschool in Sunnyvale, California, is for children...

Care Member says "This is the first ever daycare our kid went to and we are so glad we were able to get him in here. The teachers very friendly and caring. 2months in,...

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Learning Nest Montessori Preschool

2321 JANE LN MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Montessori
Child care
Day Care
At Learning Nest Montessori Preschool, we are passionately committed to cultivating a rich, nurturing environment where each child is empowered to explore, discover, and thrive at their own pace. Our thoughtfully designed Montessori-inspired curriculum is centered around fostering a deep love of learning, nurturing creativity,...

Shubhra G. says "They have a very dedicated staff. Very clean. Also very structured, kids are always busy. We are very happy there."

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SPARKLE MONTESSORI INC.

37211 FREMONT BLVD FREMONT, CA

5.0(3)
starting at
$1450/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Faith based
International
Developmental (play-based)
+ 6 more
Sparkle Montessori Preschool: Nurturing Young Minds from 18 Months to 6 Years Old At Sparkle Montessori Preschool, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and enriching environment for children aged 18 months to 6 years old. Our carefully designed programs cater to the unique developmental needs of each age group, fostering...

Care Member says "A wonderful daycare with excellent teachers who offer enriching learning experiences and fun activities for the kids. The school also provides balanced...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South - OLD DASHBOARD

569 SAN ANTONIO RD PALO ALTO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy access and a phenomenal...

Megha G. says "I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"

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HOBBLEDEHOY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

2321 JANE LN MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1550/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Hobbledehoy provides both full-time programs and flexible part-time programs for children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old. We are dedicated to providing a fun and nurturing learning environment, focusing on the independent needs and abilities of each and everyone of our diverse student population.

Zoisa A. says "They have a great reputation. They have many kids that have stayed through the years. They have also added some great new additions. I highly recommend...

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Xiaoxia's Daycare

36619 Capistrano Dr. Fremont, CA

Licensed Family Daycare & Afterschool care in Fremont. Registered with 4C's - Child Care Coordinating Council of Alameda County. Certified in CPR and First Aid. Accept children for 0-12 years old. Monday- Friday 8:30-18:30 Experience, patient, professional teacher with more than 20 years experience. Bilingual program...
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FIRST SCHOOL

625 HAMILTON AVE PALO ALTO, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
At First School our experienced family of teachers nurture our community of children with engaging curriculum including social and emotional and play based learning. Our ratio of 1 to 5 allows each teacher to work closely with children as they grow and learn from each other in a mixed classroom setting while working within their...
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Little Explorers Daycare

3226 ALDER AVE FREMONT, CA

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
+ 5 more
Hosted by a loving, experienced care provider, our home-based daycare creates a safe and comforting environment where your child is more than just a number—they are family. Here, each child receives personalized attention that supports their individual needs and pace of growth. We focus on holistic development—nurturing not...
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Genuis Kids - Mowry Campus

3645 MOWRY AVE FREMONT, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We are a child care center and learning center. We offer programs for children ages 18 months to 5years, including toddler care, preschool, prekindergarten, and transitional kindergarden. Genius Kids' curriculum is designed to be fun, stimulating, and academically based. It focuses on developing a child's unique personality...
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Ladybugs Family Daycare

4753 Baffin Ave FREMONT, CA

starting at
$450/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
In-Home daycare
About Us Welcome to our home-based daycare, where children thrive in a safe, loving, and nurturing environment. With over 32 years of childcare experience, we provide reliable, high-quality care that supports every child’s growth and development. Our program is play-based, encouraging children to learn through exploration,...

Care Member says "Both of my daughters have been attending Lady Bugs Family Daycare since they were just three months old, and I couldn’t be happier with the care they’ve...

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Genius Kids

3645 Mowry Avenue Fremont, CA

Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Award winning learning center, day care and franchise with over 30+ locations in the Bay Area offering FT and PT care to infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, kindergarten and after school. Our focus is building confidence and public speaking, with an accelerated learning program where children are reading fluently by age 2.9...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Newark, CA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

When you drop your child off near you in Newark, 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!

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 Newark, 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.

Drop-in child care hours in Newark, 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.

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