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

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J&A Childcare and Preschool

2900 Miles Dr SANTA CLARA, CA

2 mi

Lynna K. says "The facility is great, and Miriam herself is an amazing owner who is excellent at communicating and keeping us up to date. We've been with her since our...

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Parvin's Day Care

626 Scott Blvd Santa Clara, CA

5.0(2)

< 1 mi

Parvin is a licensed Day Care dedicated to bringing your child exceptional quality care in a comfortable home environment. Children receive two organic meals each day and they are encouraged to learn on a daily basis. Activities include, arts and crafts, physical exercises, among other things. I have twenty plus years of experience as a school teacher. Our spacious backyard provides a safe and comfortable area for kids to have fun in the sun! We are CPR and first aid certified and do accept children from subsidized programs.

Bridget D. says "Like most parents, I was anxious about going back to work and leaving my toddler with a stranger. But, even at our first meeting, my toddler warmed right...

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Little Sprouts & Co

2487 Anna Drive Santa Clara, CA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

Little Sprouts &amp; Co. is a trusted Bay Area nanny agency dedicated to connecting families with nurturing, reliable, and experienced caregivers. We carefully screen and have a rigorous vetting process and match each nanny to meet your family's unique needs-whether you're looking for long-term support, temporary care, or help during transitions. Our mission is to give families peace of mind and children a safe, loving environment to grow and thrive. After working as professional nannies ourselves for many years, my co-founder Delaney and I saw firsthand how overwhelming the search process can feel for parents. That's why we started Little Sprouts &amp; Co.-to take the stress off families and provide a more thoughtful, personal approach than what you often see with larger, transactional agencies in the Bay Area. While experience is of course essential, we also believe the right match goes far beyond a r&eacute;sum&eacute;. We take time to understand each family's values, parenting style, and home environment, and we place just as much importance on personality fit-because the best matches are the ones where a nanny truly feels like part of the family. We're available 24/7, and we treat each search with the care it deserves. Our process is very thorough: multiple interviews, detailed reference checks, comprehensive background checks, and rigorous vetting every step of the way. In other words, we do all the hard work so you can feel confident and focus on your family, knowing every detail is being handled professionally. This is not just work for us-it's something we're deeply passionate about, and we take pride in helping families find caregivers they can trust completely. We'd be honored to help your family through this important decision.

Care Member says "A small nanny agency that made us feel like family."

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Eagle's Nest Daycare

3342 Georgetown Place Santa Clara, CA

5.0(1)

2 mi

Our focus is to partner with our kids parents in order to prepare them with love, care, and education for a healthier and successful first years of their lives. We feel incredible proud and honored to help you raise your children!

Erika T. says "We're so happy to have our son cared for by Dani and Silvia. They are amazing! Like second mothers to all the children. They are also very organized and...

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Playful Otter's Daycare

792 Laurie Ave Santa Clara, CA

5.0(1)

3 mi

We are a Large Family Daycare that specializes in caring for children ages 0-5. We love helping infants and toddlers develop and reach growth milestones. We help prepare 3-5 year olds for school by working on numbers, letters, shapes and colors. We learn through singing songs, reading books, building with blocks and playing outside. We also help with sleep training and potty training. Being a family daycare allows us to act like one big family. We play together, eat together, and learn together.

Aubrey M. says "We've been with Tiffany at Playful Otther's Daycare since my oldest was 8 months old, so just over 5 years. The whole experience has been amazing. We call...

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Miss Karen's Learn & Care Preschool

565 Robin Dr. Santa Clara, CA

< 1 mi

I've been a childcare provider for 30+ years and have worked with hundreds of preschool and school-aged children. I have taught at public and private preschools, public elementary schools, and family daycare centers including Santa Clara Unified schools, Bowers, Washington Open, Wilson, Briarwood, Hughes, and Montague. I raised six children of my own and was an active parent participant at their schools and extracurricular activities. I have 40+ child development units, 130+ hours of professional development training, and an associate teacher's permit. I am certified in pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid. I have Live Scan fingerprinting, background check, and I'm a mandated reporter. I have extensive experience with English language learners. I am fully Vaccinated, including Covid 19. My licensed family daycare facility (license #434411459) provides a full classroom environment for a variety of learning activities including math, science, cooking, music, sensory development, small and large motor development, conflict resolution, and outdoor play. Our large classroom includes dedicated areas for reading, art projects, playhouse and dress-up, building, puzzles, science, and cooking, as well as outdoor spaces for biking, water play, climbing, and sports activities. We go on walking field trips to nearby parks and libraries. I prepare a daily educational curriculum with activities centered around a theme. For example, Letter Jj Day, Counting &amp; Sorting Day, Patterns Day, Cooking Day, Sewing Day, Color Green Day, Feelings Day, Nature Walk Day, Book Day, Measuring Day, Bubbles Day, Exercise Day, Opposites Day, Rhyming Day, Gardening Day, etc. I provide breakfast, drinks, snacks, teeth brushing, and laundry services. Children bring their own lunches. Each child is provided for individually based on his or her dietary needs. A report is sent home each day outlining foods eaten, nap times, and the activities that each child participated in. I am open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. I accept full-time, part-time, and drop-in students ages 1 year and up. Children do not need to be potty trained. The children in my program are a very large part of each others lives, as well as mine. It is very much like a family. Please call or email with questions or to arrange a preschool tour!
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Growing Seeds Daycare

2387 Fordham Dr Santa Clara, CA

2 mi

Growing Seeds Daycare strives to provide a safe, stimulating, and caring environment for children. We want children to blossom physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually while playing, exploring, and learning Spanish. Our Staff is highly trained and experienced. CA Licensed, First Aid/CPR &amp; Health/Safety certified TB tested and Background Check Cleared Lic.# 434415721 M-F 7:30 am-5:30 pm
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Play To Learn Daycare

3484 Flora Vista Ave Santa Clara, CA

2 mi

Play To Learn Daycare is a place where children will be nurtured, safe and supplied with developmentally appropriate learning experiences. By giving attentive care, we recognize each child's uniqueness and interests, so that we are able to expand upon their knowledge in all areas of development. Intentional play is playing with a purpose. Children are encouraged to learn by exploring topics that interest them. This yields chances for them to practice flexible thinking and come up with insightful solutions to problems. A positive guidance approach is used here, recognizing and accepting children's feelings then encouraging appropriate expression. We partner with parents to provide open communication that creates better care for all children. Our program emphasizes creativity and independence. We believe that caring for children in a sensitive, supportive way is work of great importance.
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Manitas Pintadas Home Child Care

1015 Live Oak Dr Santa Clara, CA

2 mi

Manitas Pintadas has been providing excellent childcare and educational services. I have over 14 years of experience with children of all ages between 4 month and 6 years. At Manitas Pintadas children will find their second home, where they will be treated with love and care. Spanish Immersion Manitas Pintadas strongly believes that teaching a child a second language is a remarkable gift and a door to future opportunities in a global economy. We are strong advocates that a child should be exposed to and taught another language to encourage additional learning, develop better brain function, and increase cognitive and language skills. Most linguist experts are in agreement that the earlier a child is introduced to a second language, the greater the chances are that the child will become truly proficient in the language and speak like a true native. Additionally, extensive research on this subject shows that through the developing of this ability to communicate with more people, children may get other benefits from early language education. Our Mission Provide the children under our care with the tools they need to reach their maximum potential in their language, cognitive, physical and socio-emotional skills.
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Yeca's Child Care

1981 Menzel Place Santa Clara, CA

< 1 mi

Yeca's Childcare is a family-owned business that offers a playful and educational Spanish immersion curriculum to our children. Our program was founded under the philosophy that all children should be exposed to another language and that children learn best through experiences. Yeca's Childcare incorporates all aspects of academic achievement: social, cognitive, physical, language and emotional growth. We understand that this is your  child s home away from home and we look forward to providing the best education, care and safety during his/her time at our campuses. We also strive to create healthy food menus for our children and strong partnerships with families to support learning and development of their kids. Your child will enjoy many educational and playful age-appropriate activities in our classrooms and outside play areas, along with participation in field trips to parks, and libraries throughout the year. We believe that each child is a little explorer in his/her own way. Therefore, we encourage hands-on supervised experiences as the best tool for your child to discover and learn in an effective manner.

Kool School Day Care

983 Laurie Ave Santa Clara, CA

3 mi

A small childcare service in Santa Clara, CA ran by an experienced caregiver who prides herself on providing individualized care within a clean, safe, and loving environment.
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Precious Kids Home Daycare And Preschool

2944 Millar Ave Santa Clara, CA

5.0(2)

2 mi

Precious Kids Home Daycare &amp; Preschool is a Licensed Small Family Daycare with a Low-1:6 Ratio. With over 25 years' experience, I specialize in the care and teaching of children from Newborn to age 4. MY EXPERIENCE: -I received my Early Childhood Education Teacher Certification from De Anza College. -I have worked in infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms -I have experience working with all ages of children -I have raised 4 children, ages 12, 14, 25, and 26, and have been an active parent participant at their school as well as all their extracurricular activities. -I am a mandated reporter, have Live Scan fingerprinting, and an extensive background check. -My Daycare license # is 434414782. MY MISSION: I provide a safe, nurturing environment filled with love, patience and understanding. I am emotionally available to each child creating a child focused space where learning is fun. Through Play-Based Learning authentic learning emerges...I nurture the love of learning by inspiring children to problem solve and expand curiosity, giving each child sufficient time to express, learn and explore. Together, we learn about sharing, cooperation and empathy. I strive for a collaborative relationship between parents and myself promoting cohesiveness between home and school furthering the healthy growth and development of all children in my care. The philosophies I follow are: Play-Based Learning ,The Montessori Method, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia Approach, RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) MY PROGRAM INCLUDES: -Organic/Non-GMO Meals and Snacks. -Play Based Learning. -Potty Training -Free Monthly Parents' Night Out. -Positive Discipline. PRESCHOOL- Mother Goose Time Preschool Curriculum fosters a child's social-emotional, physical and cognitive development through Play Based Learning. (Especially designed for Children in the Home Daycare Setting.) All materials are crafted to inspire the children to experience learning through creative expression, play and open-ended discovery.(Aligned with all state of California Preschool, Head Start, NAEYC, Common Core Standards) For more info visit: http://www.MotherGooseTime.com or Call (800) 523-6933 INFANT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Tummy time, cuddling, rolling, sitting, reaching, grasping, crawling, standing, walking, climbing, kicking, cooing, talking, laughing, reading, singing, playing &amp; napping PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Free play, circle &amp; story time, music, singing, dancing, dramatic play, STEM Concepts, and art

Rosalie T. says "Rosalie is a natural with infants and toddlers!"

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Hummingbird Kidz Home Day Care

1700 Triton Ct Santa Clara, CA

< 1 mi

Welcome to Humming Bird's Nest, the place of exploration and curiosity, a world of creative learning that will become your child's second home. We are a licensed home daycare focused on promoting high-quality learning for young children. We have daily programs tailored for ages 6 months to 5 years including preschool and prekindergarten. Our activities are created to enhance the individual development of each child by providing hands-on activities, creative art, music, science, language, and pretend play. We provide a loving and self paced comfortable environment for your kids to flourish into happy and confident children. Our services include infant, toddler, preschool and prekindergarten care.
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Mary Kay's Loving Care

3501 Aberdeen St Santa Clara, CA

3 mi

Mary Kay's Loving care has full-time spots open. I currently have 1 infant (under 2) and 1 toddler (over 2) spaces available as well as one part time (Monday and Thursday) space available. Our family owned facility has been in business since 1981 providing Santa Clara/San Jose families a wonderful fun loving home/preschool environment for their little ones to be while mom and dad must be away from them. Some of our many programs include: *Daily arts and crafts *Free meals (breakfast, lunch and a minimum of two snacks daily, all healthy and mostly organic homemade meals served) *Individual preschool/kindergarten prep workbooks for each child *Circle time *Music (sing and dance) *Potty training *Computer time (age appropriate educational games and limited) *Flash cards (ABC's, 123's, colors, shapes, sight words, etc) *Story time *Food crafts. For more information or to set up a tour please feel free to contact me at 408-988-2357; 7:30 a.m.-530 pm or via cell/text at 408-915-9084 anytime. Offering for a limited time $100 off of the first month of daycare. I look forward to hearing from you soon, Robyn C. #4307518565
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Little Ones Day Care

Warburton Ave Santa Clara, CA

< 1 mi

Professional licensed child care. M-F, 8AM-5PM. Snacks included
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Santa Clara Joy Family Daycare

849 Leith Ave Santa Clara, CA

3 mi

High quality home daycare and infant daycare in Santa Clara, Sunnyvale and North San Jose. We provide childcare services in Santa Clara, Sunnyvale and North San jose area for over 10 years. We have bilingual program, we teach English, Chinese. Experienced teachers. Organic foods, Hot lunch.
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Spark Children (Home Childcare & Preschool)

1971 Stanley Ave Santa Clara, CA

< 1 mi

We are a bilingual (English &amp; French) childcare and preschool located in the heart of Santa Clara City, CA. (License # 434414411.) It is said that children were born creative. Our role is to help them hold on to the creative spark they were born with. Spark Children is doing this by encouraging the open-ended exploration of their world, presenting them with art materials and activities that are developmentally appropriate, and talking to them about their art in a way that engages and inspires them. SparkChildren values diversity! We teach children to celebrate diversity and to be proud of themselves and their family traditions, to respect and value people regardless of the color of their skin, their physical abilities, or the language they speak. We are dedicated to fostering an environment filled with development learning and CREATIVE exploration. When parents place their trust in SparkChildren for the care of their child, we promise to provide the very best care and education possible and to uphold a foundation of excellency. Your child will participate in activities such as: *Arts &amp; Crafts. *Circle Time. *Counting. *Monthly Themes. *Outdoor Play (yoga, gymnastics). *Singing, Dancing, Instruments. *Free Play. *Science Experiments. *Role Play. *Special Birthday Celebrations. As a parent you will enjoy: *An open-door policy. *Progress / Development reports. *Parents' night out *Parent / Educator meetings. *Saturdays availability for Military Families. *Peace of mind. *A compassionate educator dedicated 100% to you and your little one! Healthy meals with a European twist served daily: nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks. For appointments please contact us at info@sparkchildren.com or by phone #(415) 990-4840. Thank you!
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Olea Family Childcare

1065 Buchanan Ct. Santa Clara, CA

2 mi

We are a new bilingual (English and Mandarin Chinese), child-oriented play-based program accepting children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday. I am a former Head Start teacher with valid Early Childhood Education teaching permit from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. My family childcare meets all state licensing requirement and is partnered with 4C's Early Head Start, a federal education program that focuses on providing high-quality care for young children. As an early childhood educator, I am dedicated to the children and families I work with. I strive to provide an environment that nurtures children's physical, cognitive, social-emotional and other developmental needs. My goal is to incorporate developmentally appropriate activities and lessons throughout our days, while also allowing the children to learn through play, socialization, and exploration. If a child shows special interest in a certain topic, I will follow the child's initiative, and adapt or change our curriculum to support the child's learning. Our ratio will never be more than 6 children to 1 teacher, so we will have consistent, close interactions with everyone in our class. Our program has a dedicated infant teacher, classroom and infant nap room. The infant classroom provides a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for our younger ones, with plenty of space to move around and to develop those essential skills. When a child is developmentally ready to participate in the activities in the toddler/preschool classroom, a transition plan will be implemented to help the make the process as smooth as it can be for both the child and the parents. The toddler/preschool classroom is set up in defined learning areas, such as block, dramatic play, literacy, manipulative/science, and art/writing areas. All areas are open to children throughout the day, except during meal and nap time. Children are encouraged to participate in circle time and group activities, but will not be forced to join in if the child really doesn't want to. We serve breakfast, lunch, and snack. All food will be fresh and homemade when permitted. We serve milk and water at every meal. Juice will not be served as we will provide children with fresh whole fruits.
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Vedant Tutoring

3062 Millar Avenue Santa Clara, CA

2 mi

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Specializes in Test Prep and High School curriculums. Subject includes: Test Prep ACT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT High School Math including Advance Placement Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Statistics, Geometry High School Science including Advance Placement Chemistry, Physics
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Tomorrow's Promise Christian School

820 Kiely Blvd Santa Clara, CA

2 mi

Our experienced staff teaches a developmentally appropriate curriculum in our hands-on Christian environment. Potty training available. LIC# 434408884.

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Recent drop-in daycare reviews from local parents in Santa Clara, CA

Drop-In Daycares in Santa Clara, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

J&A Childcare and Preschool

The facility is great, and Miriam herself is an amazing owner who is excellent at communicating and keeping us up to date. We've been with...

- Lynna K.

Parvin's Day Care

Like most parents, I was anxious about going back to work and leaving my toddler with a stranger. But, even at our first meeting, my toddler...

- Bridget D.

Little Sprouts & Co

A small nanny agency that made us feel like family.

- Care member

FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Santa Clara, CA

Drop-in daycare near you in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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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