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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 before they are hired through our...
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Jumping Lollipops Infant Care

3001 Woodlawn Dr. Walnut Creek, CA

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 have millions of hidden fees (!)...
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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 with 18 years of combined...
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Creative Hearts

914 Piute CT Walnut Creek, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
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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, We explore learning through...
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Preschool
In-Home daycare
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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Golden Step Childcare & Preschool

3710 Hobby Ct Concord, CA

State license verified

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 Step Childcare & Preschool...
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Peace Flower Montessori

2120 Omega Road San Ramon, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Peace Flower Montessori is a diverse educational community built on Montessori philosophy. At Peace Flower, teachers attend to the student's individual needs so that they achieve personal and academic excellence and become lifelong learners who respect themselves, others and their environment. Teachers have more than 12 years...
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Keishna's Kiddie Corner

8220 GOLF LINKS RD OAKLAND, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
In-Home daycare
Day Care
Child care
We are a 24/5 education-centered childcare and transportation service located near the Oakland Zoo. Our facility provides a secure, nurturing, and enriching environment for children from infancy through age 13. We strive to create a setting where each child feels safe, valued, and supported—offering parents the reassurance that...
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Marian's Family Daycare & Preschool Program

Mayfair Ave. Concord, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
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 in Concord. We provide a...
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Carabao Kids Family Child Care

4324 Brookdale Ave Oakland, CA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Child care
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 care and attention to each...
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Sunshine House

3585 Port Chicago Hwy Concord, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 family of teachers and we...
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Sunshine House

4950 Pacheco Blvd Martinez, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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Supporting Bright Futures

Blue Rock Court Oakland, CA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Child care
Our goal at Supporting Bright futures In Home Daycare is to provide all of the children with a comfortable, nurturing, and educational environment in which each child can develop at his or her individual pace. We focus on play, social development, and academic readiness. We encourage good self-esteem and fun, both of which we...
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Larson's Children's Center

920 Diablo Rd Danville, CA

Preschool
Child care
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 childhood education programs in...
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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 provider since 2004 and has...
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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 with their family. This was...
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Happy Face Family Child Care Home

1196 Heather Court Concord, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
In-Home daycare
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 California. License #073401853 I...
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Orinda Afternoons

103 El Toyonal Orinda, CA

State license verified

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 garden and play structure....
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Sustainable Summer Break

2831 Harrison St. Oakland, CA

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 itinerary and information, please...
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Teddy Bears Children's Center

210 Porter Dr 210 San Ramon, CA

Preschool
Child care
Teddy Bears Children's Center is a state and City of San Ramon licensed preschool serving ages 18 months through 6 years. We provide a happy, growth oriented environment bolstered by consistency. The majority of our staff has been with us for more than 10 years with several approaching 20 years. Teddy Bears Children's Center has...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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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