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Sue's Infant Care

5.0

Sue and I have been friends for 28 years. We met taking a child development class at DeAnza College. When I had a home childcare she would help me. It was great to have someone like her when I needed back up care.

- Joanna J.

Gems Academy

5.0

GEMS is the BEST play based preschool EVER!!! We absolutely love the environment Miss Ambrose has created at Gems academy. Our daughter started at Gems 3 years back during the start of the pandemic and we still count our blessings every single day. She has blossomed into a confident, kind, curious,...

- Namrata L.

Grant Park Child Care, Llc

5.0

Warm, experienced and caring owner. Very clean facility with a small ratio. We are happy with the care our child is receiving!

- Matthew K.

Victoria's Childcare

5.0

Victoria is a very energized and caring person! She has been taking care of my daughter since she was 5 months old. My daughter was 2 months premature, so I was pretty particular of who would take care of my child. My daughter loves her very much and even gets sad when she leaves the daycare. She...

- Eva Gene T.

Gems Academy Preschool And Child Care

5.0

My children enjoyed going here . They learnt so much and were always excited to go. Great value! So glad i found this place.

- Kashmira

Drop-in daycares in Stanford, CA

Sue's Infant Care

Sue's Infant Care

1468 Primrose Way, Cupertino, CA

5.0

(1)

I provide high quality care to infants from infancy to the age of two years. I have a large area in my home used solely for the care of children. I am a parent of three grown children. I am college educated in the care of young children. I provide a safe and caring home away from home for your...
5.0
"Sue and I have been friends for 28 years. We met taking a child development class at DeAnza College. When I had a home childcare she would help me. It was great to have someone like her when I needed back up care."

Joanna J.


Gems Academy

Gems Academy

1341 Elsona Ct., Sunnyvale, CA

5.0

(2)

At GEMS Academy we offer a very safe, nurturing, fun filled and interactive environment with lots of opportunities for children to explore and use their curiosities to learn and grow. We have lots of outdoor and indoor activities, music story times and more to enhance the child's love for learning....
5.0
"GEMS is the BEST play based preschool EVER!!! We absolutely love the environment Miss Ambrose has created at Gems academy. Our daughter started at Gems 3 years back during the start of the pandemic and we still count our blessings every single day. She has...

Namrata L.


Grant Park Child Care, Llc

Grant Park Child Care, Llc

1786 Newcastle Dr., Los Altos, CA

5.0

(1)

Small home-based environment and small ratio, providing a safe, comfortable and happy environment for children to play, explore and learn. Program includes Chinese, English, art, crafts, music, and indoor and outdoor free play. Willing to develop individual plan with parents to meet individual...
5.0
"Warm, experienced and caring owner. Very clean facility with a small ratio. We are happy with the care our child is receiving!"

Matthew K.


Victoria's Childcare

Victoria's Childcare

5868 St. Matthew Drive, Newark, CA

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 is a very energized and caring person! She has been taking care of my daughter since she was 5 months old. My daughter was 2 months premature, so I was pretty particular of who would take care of my child. My daughter loves her very much and even gets sad...

Eva Gene T.


Gems Academy Preschool And Child Care

Gems Academy Preschool And Child Care

1341 Elsona Ct, Sunnyvale, CA

5.0

(1)

Here at Gems Academy we build a strong academic foundation for children to succeed in Kindergarten, through the comfort of a home. It s a preschool program for kids ages 2 to 6 years. Well Rounded Curriculum with age-appropriate activities that incorporate: Fine motor skills - Eye and hand...
5.0
"My children enjoyed going here . They learnt so much and were always excited to go. Great value! So glad i found this place."

Kashmira


Happy Feet Daycare

Happy Feet Daycare

41 Snowden Avenue, Atherton, CA

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.


Primeros Cinco

Primeros Cinco

2176 Cooley Ave, Palo Alto, CA

5.0

(15)

We take child care very seriously. We are a safe, clean and loving place. I can write many paragraphs but I think it is better that you read my references. They are wonderful families that have allowed us to be present in the history of their children's lives. The first 5 years are fundamental,...
5.0
"Sister Daycare has amazing amenities: lots of space for children to move around, many toys and different activities for children, a very large playground. Everything is very clean and well maintained. Communication with Isabel, the owner of the daycare, is very...

Cristina D.


Bambi Daycare

Bambi Daycare

416 Third Avenue, Redwood City, CA

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.


Lola And Friends Childcare Services

Lola And Friends Childcare Services

1756 Plaza Ct, Mountain View, CA

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.


Tiny Town Daycare

Tiny Town Daycare

2150 Pulgas Ave, East Palo Alto, CA

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


The Little Spanish Rabbit

The Little Spanish Rabbit

1133 Stoneylake Ct., Sunnyvale, CA

5.0

(1)

The little Spanish Rabbit Family Owned childcare program that is safe and nurturing *CPR/First Aid Certified Staff *Licensed by the State of California *High Qualified and Experienced Staff *Fresh home cooked meals *Warm and Caring Atmosphere *Clean and Safe environment *Bilingual...

Galileo Studio

Galileo Studio

227 N Murphy Ave, Sunnyvale, CA

5.0

(1)

Bi-Lingvo (Russian/English) Home Daycare for kids (2-7 yo) in downtown Sunnyvale emphasizes education with a Montessori approach.
5.0
"Great daycare for Russian speaking kids! Children learn a lot (math, science, reading and writing in Russian, art classes, yoga, and many more), and they spend a lot of time outside as well. Combined with hot lunches which includes soups and other Russian...

Liz S.


Smart Kidz

Smart Kidz

8242 Juniper Ave, Newark, CA

5.0

(1)

- Fun, Giggle, Safe, Creative, Learn, Clearn - Competitive Prices, Flexible Hours (Full/ Part Time) - Well-trained Educated Teachers - Speak English, Burmese, Chinese Languages - 0-14 years old age - Extended Care Available - Sibling 10% Discount - Homework Help
5.0
"This is not only a daycare but also educational. Because my son 3 years old is going there for preschool and is improving lot more in learning activities, words, numbers and colors etc. He learned to speak very faster than I expected and showing what the respect...

Wendy C.


Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

4232 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA

4.0

(2)

Our school is a Bilingual Montessori Preschool for age 2 years old to 6 years old, with a focus on each child s whole development: small/large motor skills, independence, focus, self-discipline, team work, socialization skills, grace/courtesy, environmental awareness, creative expression, innovative...
3.0
"Ok places. Kids mix ages stay in one room. Playground too small too close to main traffic. Not sure if the air affects kid health while playing outside."

Melisa


Mi Escuelita

Mi Escuelita

1112 Hollyhead Lane, Cupertino, CA

Mi Escuelita offers a unique Bilingual curriculum to bay area children, in order to give them an advantage during early childhood development. Children and infants are welcome to join Mi Escuelita and will get the benefits of developing foreign language skills early on. Early exposure to Spanish...

First Stepps Childcare

First Stepps Childcare

2040 W Middlefield Rd, Mountain View, CA

This is a licensed family Childcare home with over 1800 sq feet of space for your child to explore safely and freely. We offer healthy food menus with a variety of tastes. Activities and much more. We are conveniently located for any Googlers who work nearby. I provide breakfast, lunch and snacks...

Little Stars

Little Stars

1645 Benton Court, Sunnyvale, CA

LITTLE STARS DAY CARE LICENCE #434410412 LITTLE STARS Family day care offers a fun and loving environment for your child. It is run by experienced and qualified teachers. LOCATION: It is conveniently located in a quiet residential area in Sunnyvale , just few minutes away from Lawrence expway....

Over The Rainbow

Over The Rainbow

2132 Sierra Ventura Drive, Los Altos, CA

We believe that providing loving, attentive and educational care in first 5 years of a child's life is the stepping stone for a bright & happy future. By providing high quality childcare in an intimate and family oriented center, we form a bond with each child in our care. We truly love helping...

Little Rainbow Family Daycare

Little Rainbow Family Daycare

306 Buckeye St, Redwood City, CA

School Pickups & Dropoffs ! now we have this service available.

Balmandir

Balmandir

22356 Hartman Dr, Cupertino, CA

Infant/toddler care.We provide loving quality care & a family environment . Lots of Pre-school activities. Licensed. Qualified staff,big yard, hot lunch,ft/pt after school program , small ratio, closed to 280/85. more info.visit website: balmandircupertino.com

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