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Broadway Childcare Preschool
5.0
We are so grateful that we found Naveen! Naveen (and her husband) are wonderful educators and exceptionally gifted in caring and nurturing children. They have been taking care of our daughter well over a year and we couldn't be happier with their daycare, or with the growth we have seen in our...
- Carola N
Starbright Daycare (German-English Bilingual)
5.0
Love Starbright Daycare. My daughter was so excited to go everyday. She loved the classroom, the outdoor space, activities, and talked about the dog everyday (she wants one now). Silke is so caring and treats you like family. Could not have asked for a better place.
- Jamie E
Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool
5.0
My son was with Iris and Juanita from 2 months of age until TK. I love, love, love these two women. Dropping him off each day was like leaving him with family members who also are early childhood experts.
They really get to know the kids, respect them (taking into account their little...
- Alejandra D
Child's Playce
5.0
As a new mom I was not only paranoid but very cautious about the daycare I chose for my son. Dana was the best decision we ever made for our family! She is nurturing, loving, kind, and so knowledgeable when it comes to raising children. Dana is not just a daycare provider but the most warm and...
- Lisa G
Sunshine Day Care
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 almost not noticeable.
Every morning...
- Shelly R
Drop-in daycares in Millbrae, CA
Broadway Childcare Preschool
Broadway, Millbrae, CA
5.0
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5.0
"Our son started at Broadway Childcare when he was 1. He was just starting to walk and was in a very precarious stage of his development, that time when curiosity far outweighs physical coordination. In addition, our son was quite a handful temperment-wise (zero...
DN
5.0
(1)
StarBright Daycare is an English/German bilingual playbased daycare in Millbrae, right behind Spring Valley Elementary! Children from 1.5 to 5 years old come and learn valuable lessons focusing on social skills, basic academic skills (numbers/letters), and experiencing learning through action. We...
5.0
"Love Starbright Daycare. My daughter was so excited to go everyday. She loved the classroom, the outdoor space, activities, and talked about the dog everyday (she wants one now). Silke is so caring and treats you like family. Could not have asked for a better...
Jamie E
Hello dear dad and mom, it is my wish that you and your son know me, my name is Diana and I am happy to share my home with you to take care of your most precious treasure, I am a woman born in Colombia, I do not speak English but I understand a little, I will have help to have an interview with you...
5.0
(3)
At Mi Escuelita Daycare and Preschool we help children learn in a developmentally appropriate environment. We believe the first 5 years of a child's life is the most important; therefore, they should have fun and benefit from a structured and yet flexible schedule! After all, even the experts...
5.0
"My son was with Iris and Juanita from 2 months of age until TK. I love, love, love these two women. Dropping him off each day was like leaving him with family members who also are early childhood experts.
They really get to know the kids, respect them (taking...
Alejandra D
5.0
(1)
Child's Playce is a licensed Family Child Care Home offering specialized care for infants and toddlers ages birth thru TK. Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm
License #: 414004954
5.0
"As a new mom I was not only paranoid but very cautious about the daycare I chose for my son. Dana was the best decision we ever made for our family! She is nurturing, loving, kind, and so knowledgeable when it comes to raising children. Dana is not just a daycare...
Lisa G
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
(3)
Medina Family Daycare is run by mother-daughter, together we strive to provide quality care for your child. Our childcare is set up like a classroom and it is in our home, we focus on ensuring that each child develops appropriately and we support their education for a smooth transition to preschool...
5.0
"Delma, Marcella, and Emma are AMAZING! My daughter has been with them since 6 months, she is now 4. She loves her teachers and is always eager to show up and does not want to leave. The daycare is very clean and tidy. Kids are kept clean and changed, they are very...
Heather A
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
"My family and I would highly recommend Karla. She is sweet and very loving; as well as she helped to set a good learning foundation for our son who is now almost 3 years old. He still remembers his friend "Ar-La" and misses his activity time with friends. As new...
Fernanda M
5.0
(4)
5.0
"Eugenia was our amazing nanny who cared for my son. Eugenia attended to him with limitless patience, love, and energy. She truly loved my son, she still loves him! We moved to another state, but she still sends him messages and asks about him often! She seems to...
Katy S
5.0
(3)
* California State licensed.First Aid/CPR certified, fingerprint proved
* Child care health and safety program certificate
* Conveniently location close to Hwy 280/380.
* Located in south San Francisco between Gellert Blvd/ Westbound Blvd
* We provide a safe clean and healthy...
5.0
"We love Winnie! From the day we met her, we knew this was a great fit for our family and child. Winnie cared for our son from 7 months - 3 years old. She is exceptional with children of all ages. She cares for them as if they were her own. She provides a safe...
Lisa W
4.4
(7)
About my Home Daycare
My name is Reina and I got daycare license for caring children in my home and I only speak Spanish but I will get help with the interviews
My vision is to provide quality time in a clean, safe and reliable environment for families who need care outside the home.
I am a...
5.0
"My son attended Reina's Home Daycare from January 2019 to December 2019. He was 17 months when he first started and had never been in daycare before. I was worried about his transition into daycare but Reina made it simple and easy! He loved being there and at...
Kimberly J
5.0
(7)
Marie's Angels Daycare is a licensed Montessori child daycare with a maximum capacity of 8 children. Our ratio is one teacher to 6 children. The owner-teacher is a CPR certified, has a Montessori teaching and babysitting experience for almost 6 years. She has a Montessori credential of Infant and...
5.0
"I have had two of my children with Rose at different times. She was so great with our son that we returned with our daughter!
Rose is kind, loving and attentive. She teaches the children songs and games. They learn ABCs and counting. They have good, nutritious...
Canne W
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
(2)
Cuddly Bear Day Care is providing a fun and safe place in the San Mateo County Daly Daly, Ca for those who seek a safe and fun place to leave their child.
5.0
"My son goes here and he cries everyday whenever i come back to pick him up. I don't know what they do, but he loves this day care??"
Lucas A
5.0
(1)
Looking for a wonderful, safe clean family daycare? I am here to serve you. We are located in South San Francisco.
Serving infants and toddlers - full-time and part-time
Open Monday-Friday. We include nap time and comfort. Learning time will be accommodated for each child. Snacks included. Will...
5.0
"I would give Angelitos Family Day Care 1,000 stars if I could (and even then, that wouldn't be enough)! I can't say enough good things about Julie and her family. They care for the kids as if they were their own. My son never wants to leave because he's having so...
Julieth F
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
"We haven't attended the daycare but employed Norma as a part-time nanny several years ago for our newborn daughter. Norma's ease with children, endless energy and loving nature made me feel instantly comfortable as a parent. I know she will shine as the leader of a...
Robin E
5.0
(12)
We are here to nurture, take care, respect and most importantly do whatever it takes to meet the needs and wants of your child.
5.0
"Highly recommended.
The staff is extremely careful. The teaching is bilingual (English and Portuguese) and every day the children have different activities to develop. Outdoor activities and games are frequent, which in fact makes our children want to go...
Elizangela A
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
(4)
Happy Child Family Daycare is a licensed and insured, bilingual childcare provider in San Francisco. We offer early childcare programs for 3 months to 3 years old children. We teach Mandarin and English. Children are encouraged to learn from a variety of play activities, dance and music classes, and...
5.0
"My daughter joined when she was 4 months old. I was very skeptical especially since this was a new daycare in the area. But in a couple of months I was put at ease with Gloria's sense of discipline, focus on respect & empathy and emphasis on arts and crafts. Its...
Soham K
5.0
(1)
Norita's Casita Family Day Care, License #414004765, has available space for baby and toddler age.
Who We Are
*We are a Spanish Immersion Program that provides a wonderful opportunity for children to develop a second language. A place where playtime is fun and educational.
*Lead teacher...
5.0
"Norita's daycare is an amazing place. Very clean and very welcoming. My child has been coming here since he was 7 months old and I couldn't ask for a better daycare. Nora takes great care of the children, keeps them entertained with music time, reading and...
Debby O
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Millbrae, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Millbrae, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Millbrae, 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 Millbrae, 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 Millbrae, 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 Millbrae, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Millbrae, 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 Millbrae, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Millbrae, 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 Millbrae, CA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Drop-In Daycares in Millbrae, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.