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We have 60 drop-in daycares in Richmond, CA! Compare and find the best drop-in daycare to fit your needs.

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Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

FOOTHILL AVE RICHMOND, CA

5.0(4)

3 mi

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$1785/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Ardyce Child Care & Preschool offers a safe, nurturing environment for children. We are inclusive and expose our children to kindergarten readiness curriculum.

Care Member says "My child has been with Ardyce since he was 5 mo old and now he is 2.5 years old. Ardyce has kind and nurturing personality, while also taking a lot of...

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Papalotes Daycare, Inc.

3339 Parkgate Court Richmond, CA

3 mi

Papalotes Daycare is a total immersion family child care in Spanish that focuses on providing a comprehensive early childhood education and in which children will learn new concepts that will help optimize cognitive development. We know that when we expose children to different environments and diverse learning experiences, we allow them to explore their self-awareness and gain a sense of the world around them, so once they leave our daycare, they're fully prepared for the next stage of their young lives. We provide personalized teaching spoken entirely in Spanish for complete and permanent exposure to a second language accompanied by educational and recreational activities such as music, theater, and dance that will help the optimal development of free expression, respect for others, and enthusiasm for group activities. We prepare daily rich, balanced, and high quality meals and snacks that will be served in three parts: breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks. We offer personalized care full of love in an environment completely familiar to children between 1 and 5 years old from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Three Strands Club - Kid weekend & Holiday field trips

3400 Richmond Parkway Richmond, CA

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
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Day-Trip Sitter Outdoor Care Giver Sat Day Care 11:30 am-5:30 pm Free pick-up and Drop-off $60 per Sign-up now! Outdoor Day Care Affordable! FUN! Mask & sanitize safety observed. ************************************************************************* During the summer I offer families day care at the rate of a sitter. Instead of in-home care I provide weekly local field trips for a small group of 6 students aged 5-10 yrs. Three Strands Club is an affordable summer camp alternative for families that need support during summer break. I offer free pick-up and return transportation. The camp is designed to take a small group of 6 students on weekly day trips to recreation parks and beaches around the Bay Area. Most trips are cost free, no extra charge to families. Parents are welcome to join us on our field trips. Tell you friends and families to check out the best deal in town! Call Shari at 510-230-3567 or email at clarksa25@gmail.com.
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Elena's Daycare

905 Chanslor Avenue Richmond, CA

< 1 mi

Elena's Day care is a small bilingual (Spanish and English) licensed family based childcare serving the Richmond area. Currently I have space for kids from five months old to five years old. My hours of operation are 7:00 am to 6:00pm. I provide daily activities that teaches color, shapes, letter and basics. I believe that circle time where we read stories, play with flash cards, sing and dance is essential to children's development as well the importance of indoor play ( I have lots of age appropriate toys for all ages). At Elena's daycare children will learn independence, sharing, manner, socialization, motor skills and other development skills. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with finger print clearance, I also have experience working as a teacher and I am certified with child development classes. If interested, please contact: Maria Elena at (415)259-1037
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Little Dreamchasers Academy

2511 Highgate Dr Richmond, CA

3 mi

Little DreamChasers Academy is family daycare/ preschool that provides a fun, safe, play-based environment with structure. Kindergarten readiness, a stimulating learning environment with a focus in hands on learning experiences for children ages 6 months to 5 years old has been the ongoing goal. Daily we serve organic fresh meals (breakfast, A.M. snack, lunch, P.M. snack and dinner occasionally). 6 week summer program included!
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T and T Lil Angels Daycare

1211 Summer Lane Richmond, CA

5.0(1)

3 mi

The mission of T and T Lil Angels Daycare is to provide each child with a nurturing, loving, fun and safe environment where they are given the opportunity to learn and grow at their own pace as individuals. My goal is to promote early learning where the focus will be on each child's social, emotional, physical and intellectual development in preparation for school readiness while having fun and enjoying hands on activities. I am committed to providing peace of mind for parents in knowing that their child is being cared for to the very best of my ability and that each child is treated with kindness, understanding, patience and positive reinforcement while they are in my care. While at T and T Lil Angels Daycare, your child will be treated as if they are my own. They will be showered with love, patience and endless opportunities to grow and learn so when the time comes to start school they are ready, willing and eager to become life-long learners. My hours are 7:00AM to 6:00PM Monday thru Friday. Part-time, Evening and Weekends are also available should you need it. Currently I have openings for ages 3 months to 10 years old. After School Program is also available. I provide home cooked well balanced meals and two snacks. Discount is given with a sign contract and Generous Discount with two or more enrollments. My Daily Schedule: 7:00 to 8:00 Arrival/Free Play 8:00 to 8:30 Breakfast Time 8:30 to 9:30 Story Time/Music Time 9:30 to 10:30 Learning Activities (Shapes, Letters, Numbers and Colors) 10:30 to 11:00 Snack Time 11:00 to 12:00 Outdoor Play 12:00 to 12:30 Craft Time (Coloring or Painting) 12:30 to 1:15 Lunch Time 1:15 to 3:15 Nap Time/Quiet Time 3:15 to 3:45 Snack Time 3:45 to 4:45 Watch Children Movies/Education Programs 4:45 to 6:00 Free Play/Game Time and Pick Up

Torrie S says "If I had children this would be the place I would place my bundle of Joy without any hesitation. Tanya is such a caring person, very dependable, honest...

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Celina's Child Care

1766 Esmond Avenue Richmond, CA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

Hello, my name is Celina! I have been working with children for over 15 years. I have had a licensed home daycare and was a nanny for 6 years. I am CPR, First Aid, Precautions, Safe sleep certified and have had 30+ hours of training in child development. I am available from 6 am-12 am, Monday through Saturday. Please contact me if you have any other questions. Hola, mi nombre es Celina! He estado trabajando con ni os durante 15 a os y hoy tango una guarderia en casa con licencia, anteriormente he trabajado de Nani por 6 a os. Tango, certificacion de CPR, Primeros Auxilios, Precauciones, Seguro de sue o y he tenido mas de 30 horas de entrenamiento en desarrollo infantil. Estoy disponible de 6 am - 12 am, de lunes a s bado. Por favor, p ngase en contacto conmigo si tiene alguna otra pregunta.

Melissa C. says "Celina is amazing. She is warm and loving. She is hardworking & attentive. Celina cares for kids like they are her own. We moved from California over...

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Rincon De Luz

Campbell Street Richmond, CA

5.0(2)

3 mi

Rincon de luz is an Spanish immersion, play-based daycare. RDL focuses on nurturing relationships based on empathy and self expression. We believe in nurturing environment where children feel secure, respected, and cared for. Children will take part in planned, active learning experiences to build their readiness skills and imagination. We believe children should learn through experimentation, exploration and collaboration. We have created a beautiful community where families feel RDL as their second home or family! Please feel free to contact us for a visit... Please visit our Facebook page to get an idea of our daily activities... check out BPN page to read some our fantastic reviews. https://www.berkeleyparentsnetwork.org/recommend/preschool/rincon-de-luz https://www.facebook.com/rincondeluz.homefamilychildcare

Renee says "Our daughter has been here almost two years. We are delighted with the entire experience from engaging, creative, active experiences everyday to knowing that...

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7228 - GSA Richmond

1221 NEVIN AVE RICHMOND, CA

2 mi

We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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La Petite Academy of Richmond, CA

3891 Lakeside Dr Richmond, CA

3 mi

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.
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La Petite Academy of Richmond, CA

1221 Nevin Ave Richmond, CA

< 1 mi

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.
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Mohini's Home Away From Home Daycare

5845 San Jose Ave Richmond, CA

3 mi

I, Mohini Sharma became a stay at home mom when I couldn't find a suitable daycare for my children. My goal is to provide a safe, hands on, in home care daycare which encourages children to discover, learn, imagine and play at their own pace, so that parents will have peace of mind knowing their child is great hands. I have opened my home to my daycare children to allow them to have a discovery kingdom. They are not limited to just a small space within the home. They have a large open space to play, learn, and grow within the comforts of "being home". The children are exposed to all learning materials needed to start kindergarten in a fun playful environment without even realizing they are learning. I take pride in what I do; I love children, and I love the fact that I am able to make a difference in their lives! The children of my daycare are kind, compassionate, motivated, intelligent, and ready to succeed in life!
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Tiny Creations Family Day Care

3016 Parker Rd Richmond, CA

3 mi

We have been in business since 1999. We are dedicated to helping each child reach his/her full learning potential while they are in our care. We care for ages 2 months old-four years old. We offer story time, outdoor play, arts &amp; crafts. We also provide two meals and two snacks. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 510-223-2229.
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Skytown Preschool

5714 Solano Ave Richmond, CA

3 mi

Skytown Parent Cooperative Preschool is a magical place focused on developing self-confident, self-aware, compassionate and empathetic human beings... and we like to have fun! We serve kids between the ages of 1.5 and 5 years old. Skytown is closed during relocation but plan to re-open in fall 2019. We will be accepting applications after licensure.
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ADVENTURE KINDERLAND AKADEMY

12411 SAN PABLO AVE RICHMOND, CA

5.0(2)

3 mi

We pefer a play-focused learning approach, where creativity is king and children step into a fun learning space each day. Our indoor play-structure has slides, climbing thingies, monkey bars, tunnels, and a ball-pit. Outside we have fashioned a small oval track where you kid will run laps, or ride a trike, bike, bigwheel or any of our crazy collection of vehicles. Our garden area will soon be blooming with plastic shovels and watering pails and little gardeners watching their kale sprout this Spring.

Ket T. says "I have used their services in the past. Very positive experience. Very clean and safe environment. Really enjoyed it. Very professional and safe which is...

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Pangea Forest School

401 Key Blvd Richmond, CA

5.0(4)

3 mi

Small Preschool in Richmond! We are a hybrid indoor/outdoor program. See pangeaforestschool.com for more info. Compassionate and experienced caregivers and teachers. Influenced by Montessori, RIE, Reggio Emilia and Waldorf. A mix of classic and modern toys and manipulatives. Daily field trips to parks and libraries in the East Bay Located close to I-80. Easy to Access both Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge. Zero screen time! Comprehensive language development including signing, singing, and stories. Daily Updates with Pictures.

Blair F. says "If you are lucky enough to have Joy as your daycare provider, then you scored!! Joy cared for our son full time, 5 days a week from the time he was 4...

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Tanya Brown's Family Daycare

1211 Summer Lane Richmond, CA

5.0(2)

3 mi

The mission of Tanya Brown's Family Daycare is to provide each child with a nurturing, loving, fun and safe environment where they are given the opportunity to lean and grow at their own pace as individuals. Your child will be treated as if they are my own. They will be showered with love, patience and endless opportunities to grow and learn so when the time comes to start school they are ready, willing and eager to become life-long learners. I want to work with you to ensure that you, as well as your child's needs are met. My policy is for you and your child to be happy.

T.Spikener says "Tanya Brown began caring for my daughter, April of 2013. I had just pulled her out of a very bad daycare situation, and needless to say, I was very...

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SUPREME KIDS ACADEMY

3065 RICHMOND PKWY RICHMOND, CA

5.0(2)

4 mi

Anana D. says "My 5 yr old just graduated from their pre k program. Tera combined her other day care - Jungle Book with Supreme Kids. Both of my kids started out at...

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PATTY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL

801 PARK CENTRAL ST RICHMOND, CA

5.0(1)

4 mi

Audrey B. says "The owner Cindy was absolutely wonderful and responsive. Both my kids attended preschool here <5 years apart> and they were sweet, caring, and provided...

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The Discovery Hut

1325 Carlson Blvd. Richmond, CA

3 mi

PART TIME space available 8am-6pm $895/ Bi-MONTHLY Easy commuter drop off for Richmond, El Cerrito, Berkeley, Kensington, San Pablo, Pt. Richmond, El Sobrante & Pinole parents. Quality, clean, sweet, structured environment. Each day, children are provided 2 healthy homemade organic meals (breakfast and lunch), plus 2-3 healthy snacks. Ms.Liz helps children participate in outdoor play, gardening, sensory activities, P.E., reading and language, science, math, arts and crafts, and more. The Discovery Hut has one main teacher/owner, Ms.Liz, who specializes in working with infants and toddlers. Your child will be cared for as well as set up for success here at The Discovery Hut.
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Recent drop-in daycare reviews from local parents in Richmond, CA

Drop-In Daycares in Richmond, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Ardyce Childcare & Preschool

My child has been with Ardyce since he was 5 mo old and now he is 2.5 years old. Ardyce has kind and nurturing personality, while also...

- Care member

T and T Lil Angels Daycare

If I had children this would be the place I would place my bundle of Joy without any hesitation. Tanya is such a caring person, very...

- Torrie S

Celina's Child Care

Celina is amazing. She is warm and loving. She is hardworking & attentive. Celina cares for kids like they are her own. We moved from...

- Melissa C.

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

Drop-in daycare near you in Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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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