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Drop-In Daycares in Alameda, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Thomas Family Child Care

We had an excellent experience with Shereé Thomas daycare. This was my first experience with a home based daycare and it was a great one....

- Marian Q.

Pequenas Burbujas Day Care

I sent my daughter here as an infant and she absolutely loved it. Everyone here is wonderful with the children and make them feel at home. I...

- Maria T

Thomas Family Child Care

I had a really hard time finding care in Alameda that I felt comfortable with. You have to trust your gut when you meet with care givers....

- Angel P.

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Thomas Family Child Care

833 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

My name is Sheree Thomas and I am the child care provider for Thomas Family Child Care in Alameda, CA. Thomas Family Child Care is now enrolling for the Spring and Summer. I have space for three children between the ages of 20 months - 4 years old. What I can offer: I will provide a safe environment filled with love and...

Marian Q. says "We had an excellent experience with Shereé Thomas daycare. This was my first experience with a home based daycare and it was a great one. Shereé is very...

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Pequenas Burbujas Day Care

609 Sheffield Rd. Alameda, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Pequenas Burbujas Daycare provides service for children 3 months to 5 year olds. We have full time spaces for children over 2 years old and we provide 10 hours max of care a day. We open at 6am and close at 6pm and we provide only homemade foods and healthy snacks. Our priority is the well being of your child. If you have any...

Maria T says "I sent my daughter here as an infant and she absolutely loved it. Everyone here is wonderful with the children and make them feel at home. I was nervous...

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Thomas Family Child Care

1732 Buena Vista Ave Alameda, CA

5.0(1)
My name is Sheree Thomas and I am the child care provider for Thomas Family Child Care in Alameda, CA. Thomas Family Child Care is now enrolling for the fall. I have space for four children between the ages of 12 months - 4 years old, and two spots for school age children. What I can offer: I will provide a safe environment...

Angel P. says "I had a really hard time finding care in Alameda that I felt comfortable with. You have to trust your gut when you meet with care givers. When I met Sheree...

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Forest Garden Day Care

81 Sea Bridge Alameda, CA

5.0(1)
A place in Alameda where you can rest assured that your children are in good hands while you are away at work. In our home day care, we encourage children of all ages to practice their cognitive, social, and motor skills, while making sure they continue to learn while playing.

Lucia says "I currently have my 7 month old baby girl at Forest Garden Day Care and we love it! Emma (owner) and Norie are very hands on, caring, and trustworthy. My...

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Gloria's Daycare

106 Jervis Bay Alameda, CA

4.6(9)

State license verified

Childcare service in a friendly family environment. I have been providing childcare services since 1991. I'm CPR/First Aid Certified. I'm bilingual in Spanish. My hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday-Friday. I'm very flexible when parent need accommodations. I care for children from 3 months old to 4 years old.

Julia G. says "Gloria has been caring for my almost 2 yo son since he was just 6 months old. He gets so excited to spend the day with her and the other children and I...

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Weebit Preschool And Daycare

2845 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

State license verified

We are excited to announce that enrollment for the 2025-2026 program year is now open. With two of our TK graduates moving on, we have two spots available for children ranging from infants to preschool age. We invite you to schedule a tour and learn more about our nurturing environment and thoughtfully designed curriculum....
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Brittany's Tiny Tykes Daycare

4046 Tripoli Drive Unit B Alameda, CA

I am a licensed child care provider in Alameda and will be providing full-time and drop-in care. In addition to be licensed by the state, I am also a certified Coast Guard Family Child Care home. We are a Coast Guard family and live in the Coast Guard community in Alameda. Our home is safe, clean and full of fun activities for...
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Le Petit Z Montessori Preschool

838 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA

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Le Petit Z Creating Moments Of Wonderment Remember the last time you looked at something in wonderment? It was something so unique and interesting that it stopped you in your tracks. We aim to create those moments of wonderment each day in our daily activities and curriculum. It is wonderment that makes a child associate...
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Beth Arruda

3220 Fir Ave Alameda, CA

I am a 53 old woman, mother of 3 and I absolutely love children.
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Thulasana Home Daycare

544 Central Avenue Alameda, CA

3.5(6)

State license verified

In setting up my daycare, it was important that it be a fun, nurturing and stimulating environment, filled with exploration and creativity. Our program also is designed as such, with the infant/toddler in mind. The emphasis is on emotional, mental, physical and social development. This is achieved by full immersion in art,...

Priya N. says "Our son was with Happy for over one year, and she was beyond wonderful. We feel so lucky that we found her. We always trusted her to treat him with love,...

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SMALL SIZE BIG MIND - Pan Am Way

2450 PAN AM WAY ALAMEDA, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$475/mo

Jeanette N. says "Both my kids have gone here since they were babies and one has just aged out and is ready for kindergarten. While its a play based daycare they do have...

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Rainy Day Childcare

3001 Madison Street Alameda, CA

Emergency, Backup or Short-Term Childcare in your home or mine. Daytime, weekends and overnight too. I may care for sick children in your home if I have no other children that day. ABOUT ME: I am a single mom of 2 young school aged boys. I have many years experience in caring for children, both my own and others. I am not...
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Sojourn Legacies

1355 Ballena Blvd. Apt. B Alameda, CA

Sojourn Legacies provides personal, customized education and coaching services for adults to create an Ethical Will/Legacy Letter. We draw on a tradition of storytelling and writing to transmit values, life lessons, beliefs and hopes to give or leave to family and friends in a legacy document of the written word.
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Alameda Bilingual Preschool

2152 Buena Vista Ave. Alameda, CA

Alameda Bilingual Preschool is a new preschool/daycare that will be opening this September 2013 in Alameda, CA. This school will operate from Monday to Friday starting at 8:00 am and closing at 6:30pm (very extended hours) accommodating the needs of many working families who will join this wonderful program. The Director is a...
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Bright Star

2526 Buena Vista Ave Alameda, CA

Chinese and English Childcare with Organic Food Bright Star is a bilingual Childcare in Alameda that your kids would learn Chinese and English there. It is opened by a teacher who had been teaching children for 20-years. The teacher had taught Chinese in an Elementary School in China for 15 years and she was then a preschool...
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Synergy Home Care

2233 Santa Clara Ace Alameda, CA

Synergy Home Care, provides Care for Children with Illiness. Our trained care givers are educated continually with Children who have Cancer, Blood Diease, MS, and many other dieases. Synergy Home Care comes to your home. Synergy's Community Rep will meet with family and give a free assesment and together the Families and Our...
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New Beginning Daycare

14326 Cypress St San Leandro, CA

5.0(3)
New Beginning Daycare is offering exceptional childcare services to families with children under 5 years of age. We offer a preschool curriculum that is bilingual (Spanish) for those over two years of age. We also offer flexible schedules, home cooked meals, sibling discounts, and many more. Please send us your contact...

Louise S says "We have known the owner of this facilty for a very long time and have used this childcare faciltiy in the past. I love the interaction our child had with...

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Little Sprouts Family Child Care

150 Berry ST San Francisco, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Hi parents, Little Sprouts is a licensed bilingual family daycare in Mission Bay neighborhood. We care for ages 3 months to 4 years old children. Little Sprouts Daycare offers a loving, nurturing, clean, and safe environment for your growing little ones. The happiness, growth, and development of our kids are important for us....

Sylvia H. says "Sharon has provided our daughter (now 2 years old) with the best level of care that any parent can hope for - we could not be any happier! We have the...

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My Happy Place

928 Persia Ave San Francisco, CA

5.0(4)

Andy P says "We were extremely fortunate to have had MHP's owner (Eugenia) care for our oldest child (now 4.5 years old) for two years as part of a nanny share agreement...

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Diamond Little People Academy, Llc

955 12th Street Oakland, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Greetings! We are excited to announce our large family child care program, enrolling toddlers and preschool ages (www.diamondlittlepeople.com)! We have been honored to open a program, offering a new place for your child to experience a fun, safe, and inspirational environment! Children thrive by learning through play...

Marisa M says "The caregivers at DLPA are always happy to see my child when she arrives. They are loving, artistic, organized, fun and silly. I'm constantly impressed...

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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Alameda, CA

Drop-in daycare near you in Alameda, CA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.

Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Alameda, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Alameda, CA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.

When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Alameda, CA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!

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