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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Pleasant Hill, CA

GUIDING LIGHT MONTESSORI, LLC

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 as well. Oh and the teachers were...

- Ezra F.

A To Z Discovery Childcare And Preschool

5.0

References are available upon request

- Alla A.

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

Maria's Daycare And Preschool

5.0

I'm so greatful for Maria's Day Care. I had to put my son into Day Care at 6 months old and I was so stressed out not knowing who to trust. Then I found Maria's Day care which is ran by Maria and her daughter in-law Lianne who also has credentials as a pre-school teacher. I was certain my son was...

- Adriana D.

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.

Drop-in child care in Pleasant Hill, CA

GUIDING LIGHT MONTESSORI, LLC

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.


Elefriends Preschool And Family Childcare

Elefriends Preschool And Family Childcare

51 Massolo Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA

LIC.# 073407605 Our Vision: The meaning behind the name EleFriends speaks to our vision. In nature, Elephants are creatures of community and taking care of each other. If one Ellie gets separated from its parents, the other adults watch the Ellie and treat them as their own until they are reunited...

A To Z Discovery Childcare And Preschool

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.


Jumping Lollipops Infant Care

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
"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...

Rachel K


Maria's Daycare And Preschool

Maria's Daycare And Preschool

425 Pamela Dr, Bay Point, CA

5.0

(3)

We are a licensed large family daycare license number 070209111. We are a bilingual home daycare that provides fresh healthy home cooked meals daily, along with snacks. During the morning we have preschool for the older children along with outside playtime, and arts and crafts. For the younger...
5.0
"Wonderful home and daycare. Both of my children have been attending full time sense 3 months. They are now 3 and 1. They provide wonderful home cooked meals rice,beans chicken etc. They rotate toys and have inside and outside avtivities, songs and art. Both if my...

JoAnna M


Golden Step Childcare & Preschool

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


PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

PILLAR KIDS CHILDCARE

3538 GOLDEN GATE WAY, LAFAYETTE, CA

Starting at $1800/mo

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.


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
"My son has been with Marian & Mike since he was 5months and will be 2 next month. I love the environment and everything he has learned!!!! I have and will continue to reccomend and praise them in the amazing service they provide!!!!"

Michele H


1st Choice Nanny Service

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...

Sunshine House

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...

Sunshine House

Sunshine House

4950 Pacheco Blvd, Martinez, CA


Creative Hearts

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,...

Larson's Children's Center is a childcare and educational facility located at 920 Diablo Road, Danville, California. The center can accommodate up to 45 children, and it operates from Monday through Friday 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The center offers full-time childcare services, drop-in care, and early...

Granny's Daycare

1267 Stephanie Ct, Concord, CA

As a mother to 5 and grandmother to 3, Grandma Mali know's how difficult time away from home is to both parents and children. It is her staff and mission to provide a safe, fun, nurturing and loving environment to your children while helping them grow and develop. Grandma Mali has been a licensed...

We-ble Wa-ble Family Day Care

3489 Chandler Circle, Pittsburg, CA

Hello Parents, We-ble Wa-ble Childcare Hours 7AM-7PM (Late Hours &Weekend Hours available) In-home Family Childcare ran by a Mother whose worked in The Oakland Recreation & Parks for seven years, Firefighter, and owned previous Family Childcare in San Leandro, CA. New expansion to Bay Point, CA...

Building Blocks Preschool & Family Daycare

1240 Oak Knoll Dr, Concord, CA

We are a fun loving Preschool & Family Daycare. We believe in the magic of laughter and love. Fantastic environment that is both fun and educational at the same time. We have great parents and unbelievable kids. We will offer your child a home full of friends as well as a top notch preschool...

Happy Face Family Child Care Home

1196 Heather Court, Concord, CA

My name is Maria, and my husband's name is Miguel and we are the owners of Happy Face Family Day Care. We are licensed professional Family Child Care Providers. We are located in Concord close to Monument/ Meadow Ln. In 1990 we first opened our Family Child care home licensed by the State of...

Learnin g Garden Montessori

575 Walnut Ave, Walnut Creek, CA

We provide a fun and learning environment in a safe and clean home. Our low ratio of child/teacher has given us the opportunity to be able to have a lot of one on one as well as group interaction with children. We serve children ages 2 months to 5 years old since 1994 with an excellent reputation.

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