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Find Trusted Drop-In Daycares Near Me in South Gate, CA

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

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Ruiz And Rivera Family Child Care

3910 Southern Ave. South Gate, CA

5.0(1)

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At Ruiz and Rivera FCC, our philosophy is provide quality care by creating a safe, clean, loving environment in order to help your child reach their highest potential. We believe children should grow and learn at their own pace and therefore we encourage both learning though play and structured learning activities including carpet time, arts and crafts, musical activities, etc. This will allow your child to develop emotionally, physically,intellectually, and socially. We are open from 7:30 am- 5:00 pm, M-F. We accept children, ages 2-14 yrs. We adjust curriculum according to the age of the child. We also offer pick up from local schools, tutoring with homework, and offer three meals per day which are breakfast, lunch and snack all included in one low price, or FREE for those who qualify through the Alternative Payment Program offered by the County of Los Angeles.

DENISE A says "My child just started today but through the entire day the teachers have kept me well informed. They've sent pictures and have just kept me in the loop!!!"

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Pratts Family Childcare

5720 Nevada Ave South Gate, CA

< 1 mi

Welcome to the Pratts Family Childcare. Since this will be your child(ren) home away from home, we try to provide a safe, caring, home like atmosphere for your child(ren) while at the same time providing a vital role in children's development and well-being through structured games, exercises and activities.
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Young Scholars University (Child Care)

2254 W. 29th Street Los Angeles, CA

4.4(7)

9 mi

At Young Scholar's University: The curriculum focuses on six areas of development: Cognitive, Communication, Emotional, Fine Motor, Gross Motor and Social Skills. Cognitive Skills: Infants are building their memories, learning to develop words and learning to recognize familiar sounds. They're exploring with their hands and mouths. In our infant room, your child will explore different textured materials, play Peek-A-Boo and complete simple wooden puzzles. Communication Skills: By developing communication skills, infants learn how to express wants and needs to others. We understand the importance of our teachers constantly communicating with your child. Our teachers read books and poems, sing songs and teach your child how to put on finger plays. Emotional Skills: Emotional development involves infants feeling safe in their environment and secure with the adults in their lives. We help your child build trust and attachments by watching your infant's signals and responding to them. Our teachers hug, cradle and walk your child around the classroom while talking about everything they see. Fine Motor Skills: Fine motor skills are developed in the small muscle groups like those in our fingers and hands. Our teachers help infants learn to grasp items and help them eat, color and complete other daily activities. We help improve pincer grasp by putting small foods in their hands, then on their tray, so they can feed themselves. They begin to wave hello and goodbye, and explore clay and other objects with their hands. Gross Motor Skills: Gross motor development is the growth of the large muscle groups, like those in the legs and arms. Gross motor skills for infants include holding up their heads, rolling over, crawling and pulling themselves up. Kiddie Academy teachers speak encouraging words to help your child roll over. We provide your infant with plenty of tummy time, and our infants dance to different kinds of music and take walks around the academy, inside and out. Social Skills: An infant's social skills consist of smiling, making eye contact, imitating facial expressions and wanting to be close to other people. Kiddie Academy is a place where your child will see many different, yet consistent and familiar faces. Our teachers model good manners and proper social skills to your infant. Your child will travel around the academy to meet others-teachers and children-and will play near friends in her age-appropriate classroom to develop the early bond

Care Member says "We are huge fans of Mecka. Our little one had just gotten adjusted to our previous daycare, so we were concerned about transitioning her, but Mecka made...

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Angel Wings Family Child Care

1725 W. 81 St ST Los Angeles, CA

3.7(3)

6 mi

Licensed Family Child Care !!!!!!! Here to Provide You With Safe and Loving Child Care !! Infants to 12 Yrs Old, Hi, my name is Ms. AJ, at Angel Wings Family Care here in Los Angeles. If you are looking for loving, safe and a happy environment for your child, well I'm the one for you. My hours are 7a - 6p. I can also provide transportation. Please give me a call at 323-834-3787. There's Curriculum, Meals & Snacks Government Funding Accepted

Sade M says "I absolutely Love ms AJ!! She goes above and beyond and cares for my daughter like she is her own. She's full of tender love and care most of all she is...

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Nice Time Day Care

4612 ADENMOOR AVE Lakewood, CA

5.0(3)

9 mi

Nice Time Day Care is a licensed family day care providing childcare to families. We offer programs for wide range of ages from 3 months to 6 years. We provide various educational activities with Montessori material and provide more play time for your kids in our large backyard play area.Our goal is to ensure kids reach their development milestones in a nurturing and compassionate and peaceful environment. Safety of your kids is our No. 01 priority. Facility Number: 198400487 (Mahalekam Family)

Care Member says "Uma is so incredible with my son, she gives us a written note of when he ate, slept, pooped, so we know how each day went. She keeps him clean and dry,...

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The BESA Academy

15108 STUDEBAKER RD NORWALK, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

starting at
$995/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
International

Brooke V. says "In February 2021, when I began looking for childcare for my daughter Olivia, I quickly realized that the effects of the pandemic had shut down many...

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Precious Little Heartbeat Family Child Care Home

1238 E. 33rd St. Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

Precious Little Heartbeat Family Child Care is a 24-hours 7-days a week childcare home in the heart of Los Angeles, California. We provide high quality childcare service for up to 14 children ages 6 weeks up to 10 years old. Our child care is family owned and managed (no outside workers). We provide services to low-income families, working families, single-parents who are going to school, work, or training. Call now for interviews and tour!

Anthony P. says "Precious Little heartbeats is an amazing environment were children can engage with developmentally appropriate activities and material. Verlinda and...

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Ibrahim Family Child Care

4818 W 117th St. Hawthorne, CA

5.0(1)

9 mi

The mission of Ibrahim Family Child Care is to serve the children and families of our community by offering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children between the ages of 12 weeks to 12 years old. At our Child Care we give children a safe, stimulating, and enjoyable environment to learn, explore, and create. We believe that children learn through play, therefore we make learning fun through story time, arts and crafts, music, and many other activities both indoor and outdoor. We believe in creating an environment where children learn to care about one another through the daily practice of love, joy, and peace. At our Family Child Care your child is in good hands with experienced individuals that have worked at other child care facilities for over 10 years as well as an experienced first grade teacher.

Morgan J. says "100% recommend. My five month old has been going for the past month and she seems to really enjoy it. Whenever I pick her up, she is always smiling. I get...

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Diane's Day Care

4305 W 120TH ST APT A HAWTHORNE, CA

5.0(3)

9 mi

starting at
$245/mo
With over 30 years of combined teaching experience, we specialize in preparing children to enter school with all the tools they need to succeed. We are an in-home daycare / preschool and can provide close to a one-on-one environment for your child to prepare them for their next steps. The curriculum is based on the Crystal Stairs model and we do accept all subsidy programs. We provide potty training as needed and we do have space for infants and after school care.

Michelle G. says "They are a really great day care. They are really great with the kids. They are very convenient. They are overall all a really great day care. "

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Children's Nature Academy

6320 Passons Blvd P.O. Box 33 Pico Rivera, CA

5.0(2)

7 mi

Location: Our program is a State Licensed Facility located in the city of Pico Rivera, California. (Off Paramount Blvd between Whittier and Washington). We are qualified teachers in the field of Early Childhood Education with many years of experience teaching children fun age appropriate curriculum to develop their individual skills. Our Mission: Providing a safe program that encourages children to explore, be creative and develop life skills in an inspired nature preschool Where Learning Bee-comes Fun! At Children's Nature Academy, we believe that children are continuous learners who acquire skills through experiences using their senses within their surroundings. Nature plays an important role as we are humans with questions of where, why &amp; how. Every challenge or obstacle helps a child develop &amp; understand in order to prepare them for life as it evolves. About: We are a Program inspired by Forest School, Waldorf, Reggio &amp; Montessori. The child to teacher ratio is 7:1 providing a high quality class experience. Our curriculum is emergent constructivist, focusing on the child's interests and following seasonal themes. Our DLI (Dual Language Immersion) in Spanish is intergraded throughout the day. A child's week consists of: ESTREAM (Environment, Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts &amp; Mathematic) activities. We focus on emotions during social circle time &amp; learning stations. Enrollment: Our Pre-K Program is year round and we reach out to interested families as spots become available. The children enrolled are Pre-K 2 to 6 years old. School Age 6-10 years old after school and for school breaks (Spring, Autumn &amp; Summer). Please see our website at children's nature academy dot com (childrensnatureacademy.com) Tuition Includes: Nutritious snacks/meals, personal water cup, curriculum, events &amp; most field trips. For Interviews/Tours, information about FREE or Low Tuition please fill out an interest form on our website! LIC198020935

Molly says "I worked with Nubia when she was previously an administrative assistant at my school. She is very organized and always on top of what needs to be done. When...

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Alarid-salas Family Childcare

3138 Sheffield Avenue Los Angeles, CA

3.8(6)

9 mi

Alarid-Salas Family Childcare is owned and operated by a Licensed Family Childcare Provider for over 20 years and has a Master Teacher certificate in Early Child Development. Childcare is provided Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. We provide a safe, respectful, happy environment for children ages 0-4. We offer at no charge two nutritional meals, and snacks throughout the day. We have plenty of open space (fenced front and backyard). We encourage children to explore and as part of our daily learning activities which include language, social skills, math, science, art, and other age-appropriate opportunities for young children to experience. Children are our priority and working together with parents is the key to our efforts in making sure their children are growing in a healthy, safe, and caring environment. Our childcare is located in Los Angeles (El Sereno) which borders South Pasadena, and Alhambra, California. We are 10 minutes away from County USC Medical Center, and Cal State University. We are bilingual and speak Spanish. We are following the rules and guidelines recommended by the CDC regarding Covid-19. Children ages 3-5 practice safe distancing and encouraged to wear a mask.

Olga M. says "Without reservation I rate Marie Salas daycare with the highest marks with regards to her care for my daughter who entered school in an advanced level...

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Tiny House Daycare

14564 Blaine Ave Bellflower, CA

5.0(6)

6 mi

I am a fun, creative infant and toddler daycare specialist at Tiny House Day Care. I focus mainly on the play and wonder of children. Each day we do a fun and creative craft. We also do circle time to expand our brains by learning how to count, shapes, and colors. I am CPR certified with Red Cross. I am also fingerprinted and background checked through the FBI data system. I keep my ratio small as to get better connected with your child and better attend to your child&quot;s specific needs.

Vanessa says "I would highly recommend Tiny House Daycare. My daughter started there when she was 18 months. Ms Judy took very good care of her and taught her so much....

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Reaching For The Sky Daycare

19313 Tajauta Ave. Carson, CA

5.0(13)

7 mi

Reaching For The Sky is committed to providing a high quality early education program for young children; ages Infants through 6 years old. Our program provides learning opportunities for children to develop social, emotional and cognitive thinking skills. Our staff is committed to forming strong partnership with parents to ensure the child's academic success.

Marshae L. says "Stop looking for a daycare and send your kids here. Ms. Felicia is amazing and kids take to her naturally. She is a great communicater and keeps her...

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LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

18419 AVALON BLVD CARSON, CA

5.0(1)

7 mi

Little Angels mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, creative, stimulating, and sanitary environment in which our children can grow spiritually, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Little Angels Preschool is dedicated to providing quality services that support and contribute to the success and wellbeing of our children and their families. We, strongly believe that the first few years of a child’s life are very important. With that in mind, we are committed to providing stimulating and enriching activities in our daily schedule in order to assist our children in that development process. We believe that students of Little Angels Preschool need to have a balanced schedule. During our schedule, children should have enough time allocated for educational activities, relaxation, and rest. A child’s primary years are the most critical; we honor the child’s individual developmental pace, and foster respect and compassion for others, as well as the environment. We strongly believe that one of the most powerful influences in teaching young children is the example set by adult behavior. We are proud to be part of this team effort in building a better future for all our children from 2 years to 6 years of age.

Tonie H. says "My daughter has been there since she was 2 it’s a great school she used to be shy now she is very comfortable around other people!"

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Teena Child Care Home

9711 Stamps Ave Downey, CA

5.0(20)

5 mi

Licensed Family Daycare Hello parent, My Daycare is the place where the kids don't want to leave :) My name is Teena, I'm licensed daycare provider for children, age newborn till 12 years of age. I am open from 6:00 am till 8:00pm but I am willing to work after 8:00pm if you request it, and I'm open seven days a week. I'm located in Downey I provide fun ,safe and happy Environment I have bachelor Degree on Finance,i have also taken several class in early childhood development. Just to increase my knowledge in children age and I stage I'm CPR first aid certificate. I was also a preschool teacher for many years. My background check and fingerprints along with a TB test is on file with the department of community care Licensing .I have two wonderful assistant who poses tons of energy .They also have a background check and TB test. thank you Teena ! Location: Downey,CA 90241.

Jessica M. says "Teenas day care is exactly what I've been looking for. My kids have been with her since they were two weeks old and now they are ten years old! They...

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HOLY TRINITY PRESCHOOL

3908 WOODRUFF AVE LONG BEACH, CA

5.0(4)

10 mi

starting at
$545/mo
Holy Trinity Preschool program is to nurtures and guides the growth of each individual in a supportive environment which encourages a child’s love of learning,builds self - confidence,and provides a balance academic readiness activities and exploration to challenge bright and curious minds .

Cherline .. says "At the time we were looking for a preschool, my mom actually met Mrs Cruz at a church activity and she introduced herself and the preschool. And we’re...

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ST. JOHN'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL

417 N 18TH ST MONTEBELLO, CA

5.0(3)

7 mi

St. John's Preschool is one of the newest and most affordable in the city. We are sure you will like our facility in the heart of Montebello near the City Hall. St. John's offers your child excellent care, education and a Christian foundation. We want students to connect with the Lord through daily bible reading and prayer. At St. John's you will have peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe and nurturing environment where we focus on the Developmental Stages of Growth. Through Curriculum that is aligned with the State of California Standards, we plan activities which will enhance your child's ability to problem solve, create, and interact in different social situations.

Karla C. says "We have been there for 3 years now. My kids love it. It's a good school. They help my kids a lot . "

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Salzar Family Child Care

8430 Imperial Hwy Downey, CA

5.0(1)

4 mi

Hi, My name is Maria and I offer 24 hours 7 days a week, ages 0-12. I have 12 years of experience with young children and I am a pre-school teacher.

Mayra S. says "We absolutely love Maria. She is such a wonderful sitter that watched our little boy for about 2 years. I always felt like he was in a safe place and loves...

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Mighty Kids Christian Academy

3303 Silva St Lakewood, CA

5.0(2)

8 mi

Mighty Kids Christian Academy is a Christian home daycare, and we welcome children from 0-12 years of age. We pride ourselves with the quality of care we provide. Our days are filled with worship, fun, play and learning. The children's safety and well-being are our number one priorities. As parents ourselves we understand the importance of how much better children develop when placed in a loving and safe environment, so your children will become our children while under our care and will be given the same care and respect that we give each other in our family. Call and schedule a visit today to come and meet our family as well as our home.

Michelle B. says "Thank you!!! I had last minute needs met for my one year old twin boys :) Very clean, they were well cared for, and I am sooo very thankful."

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Alkhatib Family Child Care

11000 Woodruff Ave Downey, CA

5.0(3)

4 mi

Family Daycare (Licensed). We offer a 24-hour daycare service from 0 to 12 years old. We provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for your children. Experience in dealing with challenging behaviors. I have certificates in Child Development and Special Needs from Cerritos College, plus I have four certificates from the California Department of Education (DRDP-15 Infant/Toddler). I have been teaching preschool for several years. A certificate of first Aid and CPR, a background check for myself and each member of my family, as well as a Tuberculosis screening test are on file with the Community Care Licensing Department. We are honored to have you come to NISRIN.

Sherine H. says "It's good place for kids to get love, kindness, and fun like a home. I'm really recommend for everyone to go and see if you looking for somewhere to keep...

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Recent drop-in daycare reviews from local parents in South Gate, CA

Drop-In Daycares in South Gate, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Ruiz And Rivera Family Child Care

My child just started today but through the entire day the teachers have kept me well informed. They've sent pictures and have just kept me...

- DENISE A

Young Scholars University (Child Care)

We are huge fans of Mecka. Our little one had just gotten adjusted to our previous daycare, so we were concerned about transitioning her,...

- Care member

Angel Wings Family Child Care

I absolutely Love ms AJ!! She goes above and beyond and cares for my daughter like she is her own. She's full of tender love and care most...

- Sade M

FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in South Gate, CA

Drop-in daycare near you in South Gate, 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 South Gate, 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 South Gate, 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 South Gate, 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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