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Drop-In Child Care in San Bruno, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 28 listed drop-in child care

THE EARLY YEARS

Please check out this place for your preschool needs. The staff and teachers are wonderful and actively engage the children and their...

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Building Kidz of San Mateo North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

Director is super nice. Kids get a lot of outdoor time which is a plus for my expectations.

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KERRIGAN, DANA ELIZABETH

Dana provides incredible care for our child. She is so enthusiastic and passionate about what she does. Her home set up caters for a...

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Cativar Daycare

480 San Anselmo Av South San Bruno, CA

State license verified

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 age-appropriate toys and...
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Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
International
Child care
Experienced child care provider with over 10 years in the business. We offer child care services for infant to toddler children (up to 5 years old). We cater to families in the Bay Area Peninsula, and located in San Bruno. We offer breakfast and lunch for the children, and are fully equipped with an indoor play area....
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THE EARLY YEARS

371 ALLERTON AVENUE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Our program blends structured learning with child-led exploration. Our thoughtfully designed classrooms, sensory materials, and age-appropriate activities help children develop early language, motor, and problem-solving skills. We stand out for our evidence-based curriculum and individualized attention, ensuring every child...

Care Member says "Please check out this place for your preschool needs. The staff and teachers are wonderful and actively engage the children and their families for...

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Building Kidz of San Mateo North - CALL FOR FALL PROMO

120 LINDBERGH ST SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in our students. Our...

Care Member says "Director is super nice. Kids get a lot of outdoor time which is a plus for my expectations."

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KERRIGAN, DANA ELIZABETH

238 COUNTRY CLUB DR S SAN FRAN, CA

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Located in what feels like the countryside of South San Francisco, I am conveniently located 5 minutes from 280 and 101. I have been running the daycare for 2 years and have over 18 years of working with children under my belt. My daycare room is full of natural light and I have a large outdoor space with a play castle and play...

Care Member says "Dana provides incredible care for our child. She is so enthusiastic and passionate about what she does. Her home set up caters for a multitude of...

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Lola's Child Care and Preschool

23 Rivas Avenue San Francisco, CA

5.0(2)
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
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 learning. We are a bilingual...

Maria P. says "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,...

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Sunshine Preschool Center

650 ANDOVER ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Sunshine Preschool Center provides a safe, nurturing, child-centered environment. Our goal is to provide your children with a place where they can socialize, learn, and grow. Additionally, we aim to help the children develop high self-esteem and leave them with a true sense of themselves. You can trust us to be patient and...

Jean Y. says "They are very flexible, and the teacher is really great with my daughter and they are really great about scheduling and work with my daughter with where she...

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Gwiggles Preschool Llc

701 China Basin St. San Francisco, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Hello! Gwiggles currently has availability for children ages 1.5 - 5.5 years old. We have a location for children under 3.5 years old, and a separate location for children over 3.5 years. Our hours and rates are as follows: 3.5 and older Full time (Mon - Fri) 8:30am to 5:30pm $675 a week 3.5 and under Full time (Mon -...

Kristin K. says "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....

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CREATIVE LEARNING PRESCHOOL

3399 CSM DR SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 2 more
Creative Learning Preschool is located in San Mateo, CA. Our address is 3399 CSM Dr. San Mateo CA 94402 We care for students from ages 2-6. The teacher to student ratio is low-5 to 1. Our curriculum is play and fundamental education based: early reading, word recognition, geometrical shape building while also including...

Miguel H. says "Our 3yo attended CREATIVE LEARNING PRESCHOOL for about 5 months. It was the perfect fit. We noticed a boost in his confidence, social skills and...

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Small Blessing's Daycare

290 Malosi Street 219 b SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
In-Home daycare
Small Blessing's is a small in home-daycare right here in San Francisco, located in the new building 290 Malosi in the Visitacion Valley district. I, Jocelyn Lainez-Robles (the owner) strive to serve my community as best as possible and give children a rich filled child care. All are welcomed no matter where you come from. My...

Care Member says "Responsible, attentive, and very attentive to the children. The teachers are very kind."

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ESPINOZA, YADIRA

1206 31ST AVE SAN MATEO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Sandy's Child Care is a Spanish bilingual play-based program where children get to explore the world through child-centered learning. It is a "yes" space, where children are encouraged to pursue their interests and curiosities. In addition to free play and activities guided by the children's interests, we also offer more...

Care Member says "Yadira communicates very well about child behavior and other developmental needs. Teaches action songs, numbers and alphabets There are activities based...

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Potrero Space Preschool

824 CAROLINA ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2700/mo
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
Mandarin immersion project-based curriculum preschool in Potrero Hill. We offer full-time and part-time options and meals are included. Potty training is not required. We have a large on-site outdoor play space.

Care Member says "We recently enrolled our two-year-old daughter at Potrero Space Preschool a month ago, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision. From day one, it...

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MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.

254 LAGUNA HONDA BLVD SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$3650/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 1 more
Meaningful Beginnings Daycare Center is a premier childcare provider in San Francisco, offering high-quality early education and care for children aged 0-5 years. Our services include full-time, part-time, and drop-in care, designed to meet the diverse needs of modern families. We are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive...
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The Learning Tree Daycare

318 Magnolia Ave. South San Francisco, CA

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 they are already developing...
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Gong's House Family Daycare

1744 Pierce Street SAN MATEO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2450/mo
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
At Gong’s House Family Daycare, we provide a warm, safe, and nurturing bilingual environment where children can grow and thrive. Our program blends play-based and Montessori-inspired learning to encourage curiosity, creativity, and independence. With healthy meals, a structured daily routine, and individualized attention, we...

Care Member says "We feel so fortunate to have found this wonderful home-based daycare for our daughter. It’s a true gem, a warm, nurturing environment where she is...

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Neo Immersion Montessori School

830 Rosita Rd Unit C18 PACIFICA, CA

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Cultivating Global Young Minds—A Montessori Education Journey Beyond The Classroom for 2.5-6 Year Old Neo Immersion Montessori School offers a unique bilingual experience in English and Mandarin-Chinese, designed for early childhood children ages 2.5-6 years old. Located in the city of Pacifica, the school integrates Dr. Maria...
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Creative Bug Preschool

Stern Grove San Francisco, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Preschool
Creative Bug Preschool is a private forest school for children between the ages of two and six, focused on providing exceptional individualized care for each participant. Creative Bug emphasizes the importance of learning through exploration and expression, which is achieved through a variety of art-based lessons,...
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Everbloom

555 Florida Street San Francisco, CA

Now Enrolling ages: 2-6 Summer Camp and Tutoring Program for ages: 6-8 Hours of operation 8:00AM - 5:30 PM (extended hours upon request) Hourly drop ins are available Monthly Date Night Mission: 90% of the brain is developed by the age of 5. The experiences your child has within these impressionable years will form the...
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Cida Sousa Family DayCare

519 GELLERT BLVD DALY CITY, CA

starting at
$1800/mo
Montessori
Academic
In-Home daycare
We’re an award-winning early education family daycare located close to HWY101,280, and HWY1. Your child will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.
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World of Learning and Fun

2279 17th Ave San Francisco, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
Faith based
Child care
+ 1 more
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 always has low teacher - child...
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When you drop your child off near you in San Bruno, 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 San Bruno, 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 San Bruno, 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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