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The Kingdom Of Children Llc
5.0
My daughter has been here for 3 years now. We have had a great experience. They keep tight security, keep my child clean, the facility clean/sanitized, a great learning curriculum, and daily nutrition plan. She's thriving in terms of her development and has delevoped great relationships with her...
- Nicole
Sunshine House Brentwood
5.0
We love everything about Sunshine House Preschool! The teachers are friendly, loving and really engaged with the children. The communication with the families is outstanding. We get weekly e-mails informing us of what the kids will be learning about and how to best prepare them for each day. The...
- Donna
Teresa's Day Care
5.0
Our daughter has been coming to Teresa since she was 4 months. She is now almost 3. She loved coming and playing the kids. It's a great environment and the cost is great. We have been very happy with all Teresa's services.
- Meg M
1st Creationz Child Care
5.0
My daughter has been going here since she was born. Calette is incredible with children. She provides a safe, fun learning experience for all. She has become a part of our family and i couldn't be more happier with her services, although my child is now in school, she still goes there on holidays...
- Lekisha M
Debi Pritzker's Home Day Care
5.0
Here are some of the reasons why we love Debi's Daycare and why I believe she is the very BEST at what she does:
* She is very open and honest
* Very easy to talk to - great communication with parents
* She is very nurturing and loving with the children
* Never disciplines or attracts a child's...
- Cheryl M
Family daycares in Santa Maria, CA
4.4
(13)
Welcome to the Family Day Home "The Kingdom of Children LLC."
My name is Maria and I am a state licensed childcare provider in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I can tell you that I'm not only the director and provider of my Family Day home, but also I have a lot of professional experience in early...
5.0
"Starting daycare with Maria is one of the best decisions we have made. First, our 15 month old son started in her care and we noticed such a positive difference in him right away. We immediately saw how much he was learning and maturing. Our second son started when...
Lisa
5.0
(4)
If you have a toddler, it's not too early to get on our waiting list. We care for children starting at 24 months, but we are a great resource for care for younger children!
Sunshine House Preschool is a local, family-owned childcare business where your voice will be truly listened to. We care...
5.0
"We love everything about Sunshine House Preschool! The teachers are friendly, loving and really engaged with the children. The communication with the families is outstanding. We get weekly e-mails informing us of what the kids will be learning about and how to...
Donna
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Teresa. I have a Licensed In-Home Day Care. I have had my day care since 1985 with my children. We started small and kept growing. We are now a Large Family Day Care Home. My young Day Care children stayed and went to school with the other children at an Elementary School. We walk...
4.0
"Hi Ms Teresa
I have six years of experience working at many daycare centers doing art craft education activities also I sing education songs. The age I love working is infants and preschool children. Yes right now I'm working but only on call. If you want meet...
Margarita B
5.0
(1)
Children 6wks - 23mths, 2 - 5, 6+
www.1stcreationzchildcare.com
1st Creationz Child Care is a small family childcare licensed in the State of California. We are located in the Los Angeles area and service children and families in the inner city as well as surrounding communities.
We are available,...
5.0
"My daughter has been going here since she was born. Calette is incredible with children. She provides a safe, fun learning experience for all. She has become a part of our family and i couldn't be more happier with her services, although my child is now in...
Lekisha M
5.0
(4)
My passion is providing a safe, loving atmosphere for children where age appropriate learning and fun and are encouraged and seamlessly woven into the fabric of the day. My ultimate goal is to support my day care families in the creation of happy, compassionate children who feel good about...
5.0
"If you are looking for a safe, fun, educational and clean environment for your baby/young child while you're at work, Debi Pritzker is your answer. My son Joshua has been at Debi's for more than 3 1/2 years, and I can't say enough positive things about our...
Sherry F
5.0
(12)
Happy Home Family Child Care (HHFCC) is Montessori Inspired educational facility whose goal is to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all children in our care. We are dedicated to guiding children develop physical, emotional, social and intellectual skills. We...
5.0
"Mrs.Otumfu runs a very nurturing, caring and professional daycare. My kids have been attending Happy Home Family care for about 3 years now. Let me say this, She's amazing! I seen quick results in my kids within a month. Her teaching tactics really help a child...
Vanessa
5.0
(1)
This is a group family daycare for children from the age of 1 to 12 years old. Anyone who wants his or her child to attend this home day care, I want to let them know that this is a friendly and safe environment. Children will also be given home education and fun activities to do. I have experience...
5.0
"I am blessed to have my son in this daycare haleema blessing daycare very helpful and professional thank you so much for everything you do to my son"
Asmaa
5.0
(5)
14 years' experience, STATE LICENSED professional, currently have 2 RARE openings available.
Open 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Able to provide the following:
Full/Part-time care.
Safe and clean environment, home located in a newly constructed subdivision.
Structured daily activities that...
5.0
"Maria is absolutely fantastic!! My daughter was one of the first kids when Maria started her daycare back in 2013. I knew Maria from a previous daycare that she taught at before she went on her own. I can't tell you how much she works with them kids. It's a very...
Joann T
4.2
(15)
Looking for Quality Child Care?
Infant Toddler Family day Care (ITFDC) is a network of professional child care educators with a commitment to the principle that learning begins at birth. We support the emotional, social and intellectual development of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and...
5.0
"I highly recommend ITFDC, particularly nahid hosseinjani! She was fantastic, flexible and really showed genuine love and care for our little boy from when he was an infant to 3 years old. We will miss here terribly now that he's grown and we moved. Between her and...
Anthony
5.0
(8)
Family day care in Newton center, close to the Newton Free Library. Two adults take care of six children, speaking Chinese and English. Five nutritious meals included each day. 10 years experience. Provider has an early education degree.
5.0
"If you are looking for a wonderful provider and special place to send your child or little one, Amy's daycare is the place!!! My grandson was there from infancy until he became school age, and my grandaughter is presently there now. The physical care and the...
Barbara
5.0
(4)
If interested, please call 559-970-3696. My name is Laurie and I was a Licensed Home Daycare Provider in California before my family moved here in 2015 at which time, I worked at a Daycare Center. I realized that I wanted to go back to caring for children in my home so that they could receive the...
5.0
"My son has been with Laurie since he was 4 months old. Laurie is a very warm, nurturing, and experienced caregiver. I have learned so much from her as a new mother, and have had complete peace leaving my child in her care. Laurie gives individual attention to each...
Clare H
5.0
(4)
I'm the owner and educated care provider for this family child care. I have over 11 years of experience caring for young children including a practicum at University City children's center, Elegant Child Campus, a private nanny for 2 families and I run an in-home care for 5+ years. I am caring for...
5.0
"Excellent day care. One on one attention for each child. My son has been there since day one. So much better then big daycares. Love love love it."
LAUREN S
5.0
(5)
-Family Child Care, Preschool & After-school care in Pleasanton.
-State Licensed Family Child Care.
-Timings are 8 am till 6 pm.
- Close to Vintage Hills Elementary school.
-Warm, welcoming and safe home environment.
-Hot vegetarian lunch (option). snacks, organic milk & fresh fruits served....
5.0
"My son was is Learn & Grow for about 20 months ( untill he was ready to explore bigger crowd of kids). We started when my son was 2 years and 3 months with Ms. Jigna. I opted for my son to have breakfast and lunch at preschool itself. Ms.Jigna offered very healthy...
Nirmala S
4.6
(17)
I have over 20 years of experience working in the childcare environments, Corporate, non-profit, and family day care. I loved what I did in the education/child care field; but wanted to take what I truly enjoyed doing down to a smaller scale. When the opportunity came in 2013, I said good-bye to the...
5.0
"We all want our children to feel safe and loved. Danika is EXCEPTIONAL. I cannot recommend her childcare enough! She made my son feel loved. She was attentive to his individual needs. She worked through his individual challenges. She provides a CLEAN and loving...
Megan K
5.0
(1)
A loving and fun in home daycare/preschool is looking for new friends (age 2 mon- 4 years) to add to our daycare family!
We offer:
- A safe,loving,fun and educational preschool environment
- Smoke free home
- All meals/snacks and activities are included...
5.0
"This woman is a Pro! Flexible, affordable, and secure. She's located in a great neighborhood. Never had any problems with her. Kind, understanding and patient. I tip my het to this lady who can watch kids first and second shift hours when these other at home day...
Jessica O
5.0
(7)
Teddy Bear is a large, licensed, quality, and child care in a comfortable home setting. I am looking for some new friends from 12 months to 4 years of age to come and be part of Teddy Bear Day Care family!!
I offer the following:
Monday - Friday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Breakfast & Lunch...
5.0
"Trying to find a reputable daycare being a first time Mother is scary and hard. I searched and went to "Top Rated" daycares and didn't get a good feeling about them when I went. Then I found Mrs. Sonita! She is hands down the best I have found and so good with...
Ashley R
5.0
(14)
Mother Goose Day Care is a state licensed family child care center, which provides a loving, caring, and nurturing environment, while focusing on learning and play! Well-established local business, centered loosely around a play based style of learning. All children aged newborn through elementary...
5.0
"I have know the owner of this childcare for over 10 years. She has cared for all three of my children in such a kind and loving way ....going out of her way to help out on many occasions. My family considers Kim an extension of our family because that is how she...
Marnie F
5.0
(2)
One baby opening.
I want to thank you for considering Montilla's Family Child Care for your childcare needs. I offer a loving, safe, and educational environment for your child to grow, learn and play.
I can understand how difficult it can be for working parents to balance all of their...
5.0
"Excellent care for my children! This is truly a loving and enriching environment for kids. I highly recommend Montillas Family Child Care."
Mari B
5.0
(5)
EversCare is an unlicensed in-home daycare that has been in business since February, 2021 located in Leeland Station. We are registered with the IRS and provide our families with end-of-year tax statements.
At EversCare, I operate on a 1:4 ratio to ensure the children are receiving the highest...
5.0
"Our 2 year old son went to EversCare for 8 months and it was the best out-of-home care we have ever experienced with any of our kids! Ms. Alley is meant to look after children - she's loving, nurturing, very organized, and her home is a perfect safe haven for kids...
Danie K
5.0
(1)
We are passionate about family! Each family is valued and each child is valued as an individual. I have over 35 years' experience and my partner has 15. We are committed to each child's growth building trust, joy and happiness through play, cooking, academics, field trips, parks, libraries, art,...
5.0
"My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!"
Tina H
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Santa Maria, CA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Santa Maria, CA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Santa Maria, CA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Santa Maria, CA is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Santa Maria, CA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Santa Maria, CA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Santa Maria, CA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.