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Belle Haven Home Daycare
5.0
Finding Belle Haven Home day care and Susana has been truly a blessing. My son has been going there since he was 2. He is shy. He loved Susana's daycare right from day 1. It was just second home for him. He couldn't wait to go to her every day for 3 years he was with her. Susana is very loving,...
- Amita
Ms. Ruthie's Home Daycare
5.0
My daughter enjoys been at Mr. Ruthie's Home Daycare. She gets excited every time I drop her off, not only does she has a great time there she also learns and develops her fine motor skills doing various activities such as drawing, painting, building with duplos and magna-tiles. Ruth has a regular...
- Sandra G
My Little Jade Daycare
5.0
Such clean and safe place. i loved the attention they gave my son. I love how caring they are. i recommend this place.
- Maria
Imagina Menlo
5.0
Our daughter has been at Imagina Menlo since she was four months old (now 2.5 years). We have loved their individualized support, the warm and loving personalities of the caregivers, and their play based approach. She runs around all day with friends, makes art, eats healthy snacks and lunch that...
- Sarah
Alluring Minds
4.0
Our child has been at alluringminds for a year, all of 4th grade.We are very satisfied with his improvement. Good place to send kids for after school programs. I rate very good, way to go.
- Satyamayuri
Drop-in daycares in Menlo Park, CA
5.0
(4)
Belle Haven home daycare is open since 2019 in East Menlo park. More than 15 years of experience serving children ages 18 months trough 4.9. Before serving families in my home, I worked in a Montessori Center for 10 years, studied 31 Early Childcare Education units and got a Credential training in...
5.0
"My son and I knew Susanne, the daycare owner, when he attended preschool/daycare at HeadsUp in Palo Alto. This program followed many Montessori principles and routines for the children. I removed my son because I wanted more out door sensory experience and less...
Quynh P
5.0
(2)
We are a licensed home daycare (414004870), that provides a warm, loving, safe and clean environment. We help children develop and learn through fun and creativity. Providing reliable and dependable childcare service. We accept government aid (4c's).
5.0
"We have our infant currently in Ruth's care. As a working mom, you understand how critical it is to have dependable, trustworthy care. My baby loves coming to care. During the day, I get updates and photos. Ruth has baby & toddler curriculum; fine motor task,...
Amy M
5.0
(1)
Welcome to "My Little Jade" where we learn by playing in a safe and secure environment. Our children explore and learn about their world through sensory learning: listening, smelling, tasting, feeling, and listening - everything in English and Spanish. Maximum care and attention is given to each...
5.0
"Such clean and safe place. i loved the attention they gave my son. I love how caring they are. i recommend this place."
Maria
5.0
(6)
We learn in Spanish!!!
Research shows that early childhood offers a unique opportunity to learn languages, as well as providing a critical basis for all future development and learning. Furthermore, immersion in a second language supports children to excel in linguistic, academic, social and...
5.0
"Our daughter has been at Imagina Menlo since she was four months old (now 2.5 years). We have loved their individualized support, the warm and loving personalities of the caregivers, and their play based approach. She runs around all day with friends, makes art,...
Sarah
Cedarbrook Camp - Northern California in Menlo Park, CA is a Christian camp and accredited by the American Camp Association that provides a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age...
4.0
(1)
Alluring Minds is offering Preschool and After-school programs. Our mission is to empower children to become confident and respectful lifelong learners growing in a world full of possibilities. We provide a safe loving and nurturing place to begin their journey.
Our number one priority is providing...
4.0
"Our child has been at alluringminds for a year, all of 4th grade.We are very satisfied with his improvement. Good place to send kids for after school programs. I rate very good, way to go."
Satyamayuri
5.0
(1)
My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care is a fun and loving environment for your children to learn. We will provide your children with age appropriate games and activities that will help them develop skills.
We have a beautiful schedule for each day filled with awesome activities. We have a large outdoor play...
5.0
"Reggie, Miguel, Perla, and Leonella have been absolutely incredible caregivers for over a year with our daughter, starting when our daughter was 6 months old. They are truly like her second parents. Our daughter sprints up the steps at drop off and she gets the...
Carly B
Abc Panda Child Care
1762 Lake Street, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(3)
We are center focus on the learning developing of the children with an emphasis on activities and teaching drills, even for very small children. Love and Care
5.0
"They've done a fantastic job with both our boys! Would highly recommend for anyone looking for daycare."
Patrick D
4.6
(9)
Welcome your family into my heart and my home. What i offer to you and your child is much more than just childcare. I offer an extended family, a support system that nurtures all of us.
It is often difficult for working parents to balance all the commitments and responsibilities in their lives. I...
5.0
"Victoria provided childcare for our son, Jacob, from December 2011 (3.5 months old) to August 2014 (3 years old). Jacob received excellent care with Victoria, and we received the comfort of knowing that he was in a setting as familiar as his own home.
Victoria...
Jennifer C
5.0
(3)
Barb's Home Day Care follows a fun and stimulating curriculum: circle time, arts and crafts, reading time, rhymes and rhythms, visits to local libraries and playgrounds and much more. We have a large yard for the children to play which includes a sand box. I can prepare fresh and organic food...
5.0
"There is a special place in a parent's heart for the people that treat their children with love - Barb and her team will forever have a special place for our family. We took our son to Barb's daycare when he was 6 months old and could not have been more grateful...
Adalina
5.0
(2)
At Happy Feet Daycare, we offer Spanish bilingual instruction during the entire day. Head teacher has over 20 years of experience working with children and their families, and have a great parent referral list available upon request.
5.0
"Happy Feet is a wonderful place! Our daughter loves it and we're so blessed to have her there! Totally recommend to anyone looking for quality care for their little one(s)."
Dorian D
5.0
(1)
The Sunshine Daycare is a licensed home daycare/preschool (lic. # 414001557) located in a quiet neighborhood in San Mateo close to hwys 92 and 101. I have been operating my daycare out of my home for the last 22 years and have 33 years of childcare experience. I work together with employee who has...
5.0
"Wow! Sunshine daycare is an amazing environment for your little one. Karla and her team are so attentive, loving, caring and just wonderful people. Karla took our son in after we had to move him from a different daycare. He transition to her daycare was easy and...
Shelly R
5.0
(2)
I want to provide quality childcare in a safe, and loving environment. I have over 15 years experience in early childhood education with a BA in child development from SF State. I look forward to bringing my knowledge to new children.
5.0
"Michaela is such a lifesaver for our family! We were very nervous about starting daycare (our child was born early in the pandemic), but we were immediately at ease after he started at Michaela's. We love that she does so many fun sensory activities with the...
Julie M
5.0
(11)
We provide excellent quality care, for the most important people in this world, our children. I've worked with children for more than 10 years, from infants to adolescents. I believe that quality care helps the kids develop through their entire lives. I have an Associate Degree in Early Childcare...
5.0
"I have known Ms. Reyes for 4 years, she is very dedicated to her work, loves children and is very responsible with them, fortunately she speaks English and Spanish, which gives our children the opportunity to learn a second language, if If I were you, I would hurry...
Mariaisabel V
5.0
(3)
A safe environment, with a lot of love and special care. I'm qualified and certified with all training and certifications to be a qualified child care person.
5.0
"My daughter goes to Bambi Daycare. I looked at a few family daycares before deciding to bring my daughter here. I made the right choice, my daughter loves it. Maria is so good with her. She does so many activities with my daughter like art,cooking,reading,music and...
Alma C
5.0
(1)
Hello and Welcome!
We started Lola and Friends Childcare Services (L.A.F.) as a way to provide the same kind of warm and loving support we received from this community back when our daughter was much younger and we were new residents in Mountain View. We truly believe in the African proverb that...
5.0
"We have been signed up with Lola and Friends since the end of 2019 and cannot recommend Johanna highly enough. Even before our son started there she put the time in to get to know us as a family unit, to understand our priorities and make sure we all communicate...
Zachary B
5.0
(3)
Currently Opened & Open Spots!!
Tiny Town Daycare is a in home child care center located in East Palo Alto. We provide care for children ages from 5 months to 3 years of age. We provide them with the skills they need. Our facility offers a safe, fun and nurturing environment with daily routine and...
5.0
"Andrea was one of the caregivers at my son's daycare, and he absolutely loves her- he often babbles on and on about her on the drive home, so I know she's made such an impression.
She finds that perfect balance between education and fun, creating a safe, engaging...
Libby S
MagicEducation
2314 Norfolk, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(1)
Magic Education is a small but refined after school serving children from ages four and a half to ten. Our school has both camp programs, and after-school care as well as summer school programs. We will focus on every aspect of child's growth. We tailor our attention to each child's cognitive,...
5.0
"When you walk in, you are greeted warmly and politely and are helped immediately! Safety is of utmost importance at this facility so families should always feel safe and that their children are in good hands."
Coco X
5.0
(3)
As A singe family daycare we teach our kinds the ABC ,to color , we sing . we accept new born . we are in roll in the Quality count of San Mateo . we have a Playground and we are bilingual .
5.0
"Absolutely the best! Angelica is warm, caring and bubbly. My daughter has been going to her since she was 4 months and I know she loves going. It is hard for a first time mom to trust someone with your child but I definitely felt comfortable with Angelica right...
Liz C
5.0
(2)
Child care provider for infant and toddlers. I will be using music, singing and dancing to make the experience of the kids fun and artistic, lots of arts and crafts all in Spanish and English and in a caring and loving manner. It is my goal to make the kid's experience very safe, loving and fun at...
5.0
"Norma was our full-time nanny, caring for our twin boys for over 2 years, until they started elementary school this fall. Norma has our highest recommendation - she's a warm and loving caregiver and our boys adore her. We're always impressed with how she keeps up...
Dev Y
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Menlo Park, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Menlo Park, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Menlo Park, 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.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Menlo Park, CA accept?
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 Menlo Park, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Menlo Park, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Menlo Park, 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.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Menlo Park, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Menlo Park, 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!
Ratings for Menlo Park, CA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Drop-In Daycares in Menlo Park, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.