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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Santa Clara, CA
Miss Karen's Learn & Care Preschool
5.0
Sending our firstborn off to preschool was nerve wracking for us as parents at first. But after finding Miss Karen's preschool and our daughter settling in there, we have total confidence that we made the right choice. I have nothing but great things to say about Miss Karen and her classroom, and my...
- Lynnae
Playful Otter's Daycare
5.0
We've been with Tiffany at Playful Otther's Daycare since my oldest was 8 months old, so just over 5 years.
The whole experience has been amazing. We call Tiffany the baby whisper as she has a special touch with infants.
She's also very crafty with the kids and helps them learn through play.
I...
- Aubrey M
A Learning World
5.0
My kid is very happy at Ms.Melissa's daycare. They provide hot lunch and that too with good variety of food. The teachers are wonderful and friendly.
- Sayanee
Niki Family Home Daycare
5.0
I sent my first one when she was 26 months, and my second one when he was 21 months. Both of my kids loved Niki. Niki is so nice and patient. I was worried because it was first-time daycare experience for both of my kids. Niki made the transition quite smooth. Both my kids were so happy to go to...
- Caroline X
Jennifer's Family Child Care
5.0
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 mommy. As soon as he sees Jennifer his face lights up! She does amazing with activities based on child's ages and development. The place is sooo...
- Liz H
Drop-in child care in Santa Clara, CA
4.6
(10)
I've been a childcare provider for 30+ years and have worked with hundreds of preschool and school-aged children.
I have taught at public and private preschools, public elementary schools, and family daycare centers including Santa Clara Unified schools, Bowers, Washington Open, Wilson,...
5.0
"Sending our firstborn off to preschool was nerve wracking for us as parents at first. But after finding Miss Karen's preschool and our daughter settling in there, we have total confidence that we made the right choice. I have nothing but great things to say about...
Lynnae
5.0
(1)
We are a Large Family Daycare that specializes in caring for children ages 0-5. We love helping infants and toddlers develop and reach growth milestones. We help prepare 3-5 year olds for school by working on numbers, letters, shapes and colors. We learn through singing songs, reading books,...
5.0
"We've been with Tiffany at Playful Otther's Daycare since my oldest was 8 months old, so just over 5 years.
The whole experience has been amazing. We call Tiffany the baby whisper as she has a special touch with infants.
She's also very crafty with the kids and...
Aubrey M
5.0
(1)
License # 434410075 (HOME-BASED DAYCARE). Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Drop in child care is available. (Please call for more information). Caring for ages infant to 12-years-old. Your child will feel right at home in a safe and caring environment! All state funded child care...
5.0
"My kid is very happy at Ms.Melissa's daycare. They provide hot lunch and that too with good variety of food. The teachers are wonderful and friendly."
Sayanee
Yeca's Childcare is a family-owned business that offers a playful and educational Spanish immersion curriculum to our children. Our program was founded under the philosophy that all children should be exposed to another language and that children learn best through experiences. Yeca's Childcare...
4.9
(27)
Niki Family Home Daycare: 650 759 6998.
Much More Than Home.
Loving, Warm, Caring, Atmosphere.
A Clean, Safe Environment.
Playtime, Learning, Activities Music, Dance and
Movement.
Learning While Having Fun.
Teaching Another Language Such As Farsi.
Affordable Daycare...
5.0
"The thought of leaving our 8 month old in a day care filled us with all the fear and apprehension that most first time parents go through..after reading through many reviews and blogs we found Niki Day Care. To say that we are absolutely pleased with the care and...
Arvind R
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...
5.0
"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 mommy. As soon as he sees Jennifer his face lights up! She does amazing with activities based on child's ages and...
Liz H
5.0
(3)
Safari Kid provides infant and toddler care, preschool and After School Program. Safari Kid focus is on creating opportunities for children to use their natural curiosity to lead them through discovery, imagination, questioning, learning, and growing. We celebrate kids' natural potential and desire...
5.0
"A New & Clean environment with very good curriculum and care for the kids! My Boys thoroughly enjoyed their after school program! Very friendly and well trained staff! Highly recommended preschool and after school program in Allen area."
Raghav
5.0
(1)
We are passionate about family! Each family is valued and each child is valued as an individual. I have over 35 years' experience and my partner has 15. We are committed to each child's growth building trust, joy and happiness through play, cooking, academics, field trips, parks, libraries, art,...
5.0
"My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!"
Tina H
5.0
(5)
Welcome to Diane's Daycare.
My love is to provide your children with a safe, healthy, and home environment that fosters growth. I have been providing home daycare for my parents for over 20 years.
Co-parenting is my underlying philosophy behind my passion for providing daycare. I work with...
5.0
"A co-worker referred Diane to us in 2010 when my son just turned 1 year old. Transitioning from home care to Daycare was extremely hard for my son but Diane was a pillar of strength for me and my husband at the time. Being aware of the separation anxiety that my...
Pooja S
5.0
(2)
We are dedicated ourselves to teaching children more than 10 years. We are well-qualified and experienced
We are trilingual English & Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese).
We provide organic healthy and nutritious food.
We are offering a safe and clean place for the kids, as well a fun learning...
5.0
"We are so happy with Ling Ling Daycare. Lindsay is so knowledge. She answers all my questions and always give us daily update on how my son is doing. We started Ling Ling when my daughter was five months and now she is in preschool. When we pass by Lindsay to pick...
Casey C
5.0
(2)
Located in the Evergreen Area.
CPR Certified.
Licensed for Large Daycare Capacity, 14.
Hours of Operation: 6 am to 6 pm.
Accepting Ages 1-thru-12.
Transportation to most Evergreen Schools before and after.
We provide Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks.
Daily Activities:
* Singing songs.
* Story...
5.0
"Miss Kim is the most loving and caring person in the world. Not only does she do an outstanding job keeping my children healthy, active and happy, she also takes them to school and their other activities. She is part of our family now and we are blessed to have...
Jennifer B
5.0
(1)
Early Childhood Learning Academy is a Kindergarten Prep Preschool, enrolling children, 2 to 5 years old.
Our Mission:
Our goal is to provide children with early care and education and help them acquire the skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond, and to make learning a fun...
5.0
"We have been incredibly happy with ECLA as the preschool for our son. We love the small class sizes and family feel, the balance between learning and play, and are so happy with our child's exceptional academic, social, and emotional growth as a result He has made...
Jessica B
5.0
(2)
History:
My mother (Suzie) and I work together to take the best possible care of your children. We started this business back in 2005 in Virginia under her name. She has a lifetime history and experience taking care of children both personally (4 children, 6 grandchildren, and 8 great...
5.0
"My son under the care of Sam and Suzzie. They took a very good care of him. My son loved going to day care. I recommend Next Generation day care provider to every parents out there."
Navya K
Butterflies Academy is a non-profit preschool in Saratoga.
To learn more about our program and read our clients reviews, please visit our Facebook and Google pages:
Google:
https://goo.gl/mpTW34
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/butterfliesacademy/
References available upon request....
At Sabrina's Childcare ,l we believe that it is our responsibility as caregivers and educators to create an environment where children are encouraged to play and to solve problems as they develop cognitive, motor and language skills. We also nurture them socially, emotionally and physically so they...
We at Love and Laughter have immediate openings available for toddlers (FT/PT) and have open wait list for infants.
Love and Laughter is a very large, clean and hygienic facility that offers parents the security of knowing that their children are receiving the best care and development guidance. Our...
Specialties
Infant and Toddler Program
Preschool Program
Chinese Language and Culture
History
Established in 2009.
Smiles Daycare is a state-licensed, home-based bilingual (English and Mandarin Chinese) preschool and daycare located in San Jose, California. Here, your child will be...
** We have 2 Preschool spaces available.
** We have 1 Infant Space available.
Call 408-658-8532 now and tour today or email craftykidos1@gmail.com
We are open Monday- Friday from 7:45am-4:45 pm and provide extended care if needed.
During this pandemic our top priority is ensuring the...
If you are looking for more individual attention for your child, you've found it!! Our small set-up and low ratio allows us to provide individual attention to each child and a sense of belonging and family for all. We offer a mixed classroom environment so that children can benefit from interacting...
We have two beautiful centers in Los Gatos. 14969 Los Gatos-Almaden Rd hosts our Infant/Toddler and young Preschool Programs. 16035 Los Gatos-Almaden Rd hosts our older Preschool/Pre-k Programs, including before and after school care, and an active summer program! We are traditional in our preschool...
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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Santa Clara, CA
How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Santa Clara, CA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA?
When you drop your child off near you in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA?
Drop-in child care hours in Santa Clara, 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.
Ratings for Santa Clara, CA drop-in child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Drop-In Child Care in Santa Clara, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care.