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Recent family child care reviews in San Mateo, CA

Little Steps

5.0

Ivonne and the team at Little Steps are so wonderful! Ivonne made us feel incredibly comfortable with the transition into child care not only by maintaining a clean safe environment for the children but by providing us with pictures throughout the day and a report card listing the times for bottles...

- Dani K

My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care

5.0

Reggie, Miguel, Perla, and Leonella have been absolutely incredible caregivers for over a year with our daughter, starting when our daughter was 6 months old. They are truly like her second parents. Our daughter sprints up the steps at drop off and she gets the biggest smile on her face when they...

- Carly B

Bambi Daycare

5.0

Maria is so great with our son. We've been taking him since he was 3 months old, and from his first day with her she has shown him love, care, and has helped him develop. We are so fortunate to have found her.

- Kelli O

Winnie's Family Childcare

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 environment for children to learn,...

- Lisa W

Barb's Home Day Care

5.0

We feel so blessed to have found Barb and her caring team. Our son started as a 4mo old infant and Barb was so caring and gentle with us new parents during that tough first week. She sent us pictures and updates that helped us feel confident that he was cared for and loved. Throughout the last year,...

- Alex H

Family child care in San Mateo, CA

Little Steps

Little Steps

1829 Jefferson Ave., Redwood City, CA

Starting at $2200/mo

5.0

(11)

We provide excellent quality care, for the most important people in this world, our children. I've worked with children for more than 10 years, from infants to adolescents. I believe that quality care helps the kids develop through their entire lives. I have an Associate Degree in Early Childcare...
5.0
"I am so grateful that I found a really good day care for my son, The first time I went to the day care,I was really Impressed to see the house so clean and they have a beautiful garden.They also give the kids very good healthy food. When I dropped off my son, I...

Solange G


My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care

My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care

1630 Anamor St, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $450/wk

5.0

(1)

My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care is a fun and loving environment for your children to learn. We will provide your children with age appropriate games and activities that will help them develop skills. We have a beautiful schedule for each day filled with awesome activities. We have a large outdoor play...
5.0
"Reggie, Miguel, Perla, and Leonella have been absolutely incredible caregivers for over a year with our daughter, starting when our daughter was 6 months old. They are truly like her second parents. Our daughter sprints up the steps at drop off and she gets the...

Carly B


Bambi Daycare

Bambi Daycare

416 Third Avenue, Redwood City, CA

Costimate: $389/wk

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


Winnie's Family Childcare

Winnie's Family Childcare

1 Appian Way, South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $2150/mo

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
"My daughter used to go to Winnie when she was one year old. She loved going there everyday and didn't want to leave when I picked her up. Winnie was very nice and patience with my daughter. Winnie's child care can provide snack and lunch which is definitely a big...

Stephanie


Barb's Home Day Care

Barb's Home Day Care

468 Fourth Ave, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $425/wk

5.0

(3)

Barb's Home Day Care follows a fun and stimulating curriculum: circle time, arts and crafts, reading time, rhymes and rhythms, visits to local libraries and playgrounds and much more. We have a large yard for the children to play which includes a sand box. I can prepare fresh and organic food...
5.0
"There is a special place in a parent's heart for the people that treat their children with love - Barb and her team will forever have a special place for our family. We took our son to Barb's daycare when he was 6 months old and could not have been more grateful...

Adalina


Sequoia Children's Center

Sequoia Children's Center

1234 Brewster Ave, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $1960/mo

4.3

(6)

We are a fully accredited and licensed Children's Center offering care and early education for ages 6 months to 5 years. Programs offered: infant and wobblers, young toddlers, preschool for 2s, preschool for 3s, preschool for young 4s, and Pre-Kindergarten for children who are 4 by Dec. 1. We employ...
5.0
"Our son has been at Sequoia since he was 12 months and is now 17 months. I can't say enough good things about the two teachers he has had so far. Amy and Helen have been AMAZING!! They clearly adore our son and all of the kids they care for, and I feel so...

Laura M


Angelitos Family Child Care

Angelitos Family Child Care

2501 Tipperary Ave, South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $450/wk

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


Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

Mi Escuelita Daycare Preschool

963 Lurline Dr, Foster City, CA

Starting at $95/day

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


Michaela's Family Daycare

Michaela's Family Daycare

1240 Kedith St, Belmont, CA

Starting at $1500/mo

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 wonderful! My rambunctious toddler loved all of the outdoor play and hands-on activities Michaela provided. Her gentle style served as a great model for me as a parent to instill at home. She also helped us through potty-training! I am forever grateful...

Jenna N


Kids Konnect Preschool

Kids Konnect Preschool

1968 Old County Rd, Redwood City, CA

Costimate: $389/wk

5.0

(2)

We offer children age 4 months to 5 years a stimulating environment to learn and develop through a play-based curriculum at our infant center and preschool in Redwood City! We're open every weekday from 7am - 6pm and with various tuition options, we will be able to help build a care plan ensuring...
5.0
"My son has been at Kids Konnect Redwood City for the past 15 months. We weren't sure how the transition would go with him being home during the initial COVID shutdowns, but he has thrived. I appreciate how play based it is. He went from refusing to color/ do most...

Katie


Kiddie Garden Preschool

Kiddie Garden Preschool

1305 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA

Starting at $1125/mo

5.0

(2)

Kiddie Garden Preschool is a Christian Preschool located in downtown Redwood City. We offer full and part-time care at affordable rates. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We offer a year-round program with rolling enrollment. Our Preschool program cares for...
5.0
"I was a Teacher Aide at this preschool! Because of a dip in enrollment I was laid off. However, I must say that I loved working at Kiddie Garden Preschool!! Every day is started with time in chapel...singing spiritual songs and learning about God's love! The...

Ester S


Learn, Laugh And Play Daycare

Learn, Laugh And Play Daycare

111 Highland Ave E, Burlingame, CA

Starting at $375/wk

I am looking for a family to join my in-home daycare. I am a mother of one loving child, and I do understand the importance of leaving your child with someone that will care and keep them safe. Learn, Laugh & Play Daycare is a year-round home- base daycare in Burlingame. We are open from 8:00am...

Little Ark Daycare

Little Ark Daycare

Parkview CT., Pacifica, CA

Starting at $1600/mo

Welcome to LITTLE ARK DAYCARE! Our family home daycare provides a safe, active, nurturing and playful learning environment, which allows each child to develop at his/her own pace. We encourage children to explore, discover, and create. Our program is based on playful activities that...

The Children's Cottage

The Children's Cottage

710 Del Monte Ave, South San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $338/wk

My program provide from birth to 5 years old. I believe my job as a family child care provider is to support the role of families in children's lives. I strive to enhance the physical, cognitive and emotional growth of each and every child in my care through a wide variety of activities. The...

Little Dreamers Child Care

Little Dreamers Child Care

473 Alta Vista Drive, South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $1500/mo

Full-time or part-time child care schedules available. Schedule is key! I have a full day of fun and play planned everyday to keep the children busy and keep their minds thinking. We have plenty of outside time in my large and safe backyard. No pets. Little Dreamers Child Care envisions a world...

Rollingwood Child Care

Rollingwood Child Care

2691 Fleetwood Dr, San Bruno, CA

Starting at $475/wk

Rollingwood Child Care is a child care and development center located in Rollingwood area of San Bruno, California. It is a state licensed center and accepts children like infant, toddler and preschooler. I have been in a child care profession for over 9 years including teaching in elementary...

Miss Ana

474 Emerald Ave., San Carlos, CA

Costimate: $340/wk

As a dance teacher, I am privileged to be part of the artistic development of the student I have designed a very nice program in a daycare format , we offer a blend of activities that will prepare them for future preschool classes along with dance, music, art and much more, all enhancing the...

Little Rainbow Family Daycare

Little Rainbow Family Daycare

306 Buckeye St, Redwood City, CA

Costimate: $389/wk

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

Christina's Learn And Play Daycare

Christina's Learn And Play Daycare

459 Holly Ave, South San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $227/wk

Christina's Learn and Play Daycare is a licensed family home daycare. Offering a year round, full day program. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7am - 6pm. Christina's Learn and Play Daycare provides breakfast, lunch, a morning snack, and an afternoon snack. Christina's Learn and Play...

Happy Face Family Childcare

Happy Face Family Childcare

326 Armour Ave, South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $1800/mo

At Happy Face Family Childcare, we provide healthy homemade meals and snacks. Neat, safe & warm children environment. Large space for indoor and outdoor play, help with potty training. CPR and First-Aid certified, healthy and safety training. We teach English, Mandarin and Cantonese. Children are...

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Ratings for San Mateo, CA family child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Family Child Care in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed family child care.