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Recent nursery preschool reviews in San Mateo, CA

Medina Family Daycare

5.0

Teacher Delma and Teacher Marci are amazing! The toughest part of being a parent is letting someone else do the nurturing while we go to work. With Delma and Marci, I had peace of mind that my sons were well cared for, eating healthy home cooked meals, and learning through hands on activities. My...

- Jackie P

Sunshine Day Care

5.0

Wow! Sunshine daycare is an amazing environment for your little one. Karla and her team are so attentive, loving, caring and just wonderful people. Karla took our son in after we had to move him from a different daycare. He transition to her daycare was easy and almost not noticeable. Every morning...

- Shelly R

Buddies World Day Care

5.0

My son has been going to this daycare since he was a year old and he enjoys being there. Both Aline and Lucas were very patient during his transition and have treated him like a family. My little one learnt so many words and is so active and looks forward to going each day. He likes food prepared by...

- Krishna

Abc Panda Child Care

5.0

We are first time parents and brought our daughter to Karla starting at 7 months. I was nervous about daycare because my daughter had never taken a bottle and was with me every day since birth. However, the transition to daycare with Karla was stress free and so reassuring. Karla is so caring,...

- Ally L

Norma's Little Hands Daycare

5.0

Norma was our full-time nanny, caring for our twin boys for over 2 years, until they started elementary school this fall. Norma has our highest recommendation - she's a warm and loving caregiver and our boys adore her. We're always impressed with how she keeps up with our energetic twin boys and...

- Dev Y

Nursery preschools in San Mateo, CA

Medina Family Daycare

Medina Family Daycare

849 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $425/wk

5.0

(3)

Medina Family Daycare is run by mother-daughter, together we strive to provide quality care for your child. Our childcare is set up like a classroom and it is in our home, we focus on ensuring that each child develops appropriately and we support their education for a smooth transition to preschool...
5.0
"Delma, Marcella, and Emma are AMAZING! My daughter has been with them since 6 months, she is now 4. She loves her teachers and is always eager to show up and does not want to leave. The daycare is very clean and tidy. Kids are kept clean and changed, they are very...

Heather A


Sunshine Day Care

Sunshine Day Care

2056 Trinity St, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $3000/mo

5.0

(1)

The Sunshine Daycare is a licensed home daycare/preschool (lic. # 414001557) located in a quiet neighborhood in San Mateo close to hwys 92 and 101. I have been operating my daycare out of my home for the last 22 years and have 33 years of childcare experience. I work together with employee who has...
5.0
"Wow! Sunshine daycare is an amazing environment for your little one. Karla and her team are so attentive, loving, caring and just wonderful people. Karla took our son in after we had to move him from a different daycare. He transition to her daycare was easy and...

Shelly R


Buddies World Day Care

Buddies World Day Care

444 Studio Circle, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $500/wk

5.0

(12)

We are here to nurture, take care, respect and most importantly do whatever it takes to meet the needs and wants of your child.
5.0
"Great place to keep your children safe and happy. Ms Aline is flexible, educating and caring! Also my daughter loves her food:)"

Laura


Abc Panda Child Care

Abc Panda Child Care

1762 Lake Street, San Mateo, CA

5.0

(3)

We are center focus on the learning developing of the children with an emphasis on activities and teaching drills, even for very small children. Love and Care
5.0
"My family and I would highly recommend Karla. She is sweet and very loving; as well as she helped to set a good learning foundation for our son who is now almost 3 years old. He still remembers his friend "Ar-La" and misses his activity time with friends. As new...

Fernanda M


Norma's Little Hands Daycare

Norma's Little Hands Daycare

44 Lodato Ave. Apt. 204, San Mateo, CA

Costimate: $375/wk

5.0

(2)

Child care provider for infant and toddlers. I will be using music, singing and dancing to make the experience of the kids fun and artistic, lots of arts and crafts all in Spanish and English and in a caring and loving manner. It is my goal to make the kid's experience very safe, loving and fun at...
5.0
"Norma was our full-time nanny, caring for our twin boys for over 2 years, until they started elementary school this fall. Norma has our highest recommendation - she's a warm and loving caregiver and our boys adore her. We're always impressed with how she keeps up...

Dev Y


Edutaintment

Edutaintment

801 Sextant Cr, San Mateo, CA

Starting at $93/day

RUSSIAN Immersion Licensed FAMILY DAYCARE "Edutainment", invites children from 2 years old to join the early development bilingual environment. "Edutainment" is a great option for kids who have at least one Russian-speaking parent to retain their Russian skills beyond the toddler years. Program...

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

121 22ND AVENIDA, San Mateo, CA

Costimate: $372/wk

We are an immersion program - daily care and activities will be provided in Spanish, and children will be encouraged to speak Spanish in return. Learning a second language at a young age encourages your child's intellectual and social development. I believe that learning a new language at a young...

Playful Learning Preschool/daycare

Playful Learning Preschool/daycare

627 Harrow Ave, San Mateo, CA

Costimate: $363/wk

Our home based preschool/daycare operates much like a traditional daycare with a touch of home. We are a play based daycare focusing on the growth of the whole child ; social, emotional, physical and cognitive. We currently have openings for children ages 3 months-4 years old. We are open...

Starbright Daycare (German-English Bilingual)

Starbright Daycare (German-English Bilingual)

340 Marcella Way, Millbrae, CA

Starting at $900/mo

5.0

(1)

StarBright Daycare is an English/German bilingual playbased daycare in Millbrae, right behind Spring Valley Elementary! Children from 1.5 to 5 years old come and learn valuable lessons focusing on social skills, basic academic skills (numbers/letters), and experiencing learning through action. We...
5.0
"Love Starbright Daycare. My daughter was so excited to go everyday. She loved the classroom, the outdoor space, activities, and talked about the dog everyday (she wants one now). Silke is so caring and treats you like family. Could not have asked for a better...

Jamie E


Child's Playce

Child's Playce

196 Surf Street, Pacifica, CA

Starting at $2420/mo

5.0

(1)

Child's Playce is a licensed Family Child Care Home offering specialized care for infants and toddlers ages birth thru TK. Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm License #: 414004954
5.0
"As a new mom I was not only paranoid but very cautious about the daycare I chose for my son. Dana was the best decision we ever made for our family! She is nurturing, loving, kind, and so knowledgeable when it comes to raising children. Dana is not just a daycare...

Lisa G


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


Broadway Childcare Preschool

Broadway Childcare Preschool

Broadway, Millbrae, CA

5.0

(10)

5.0
"We couldn't recommend Niveen enough! Our son has been with her since he turned 1, and he's nearly 2 now. She is the warmest, most loving person and gives the kids tons of hugs, nurture and care. We feel like she is an extension of our family and trust her...

SY


The Learning Tree Daycare

The Learning Tree Daycare

318 Magnolia Ave., South San Francisco, CA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(2)

We are an intimate close knit family daycare locate in the heart of South San Francisco. We offer curriculum and preparation for pre-school and kindergarten. Part of their curriculum will include Spanish Immersion Circle time, which will include topics and activities that will teach them skills that...
5.0
"Jessica is a very talented, patient and kind caregiver. She has been the full time nanny to my daughter (and another little girl) since age 3 months. My husband and I have total trust in Jessica's ability to care for our daughter. She is responsive, flexible, and...

Julie K


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


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
"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...

Lisa W


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


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 such a lifesaver for our family! We were very nervous about starting daycare (our child was born early in the pandemic), but we were immediately at ease after he started at Michaela's. We love that she does so many fun sensory activities with the...

Julie M


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
"Love that she is available from 7:15 am. Very organized and wonderful daycare."

Kayla


Irene's Family Child Care

528 Palm Ave., South San Francisco, CA

Costimate: $338/wk

4.0

(4)

Irene's Family Child Care License # 414002155 is now enrolling children. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 7:30 A.M to 5:30 P.M. It's located near to Grand Ave. and Magnolia Ave. in South San Francisco. Ph. 650 871-1724 I have: FBI background checks, fingerprints. I am certified in...
5.0
"Irene is an excellent childcare provider. I am so thankful that I found her! She was prompt in responding to my inquiry (the evening of the same day). It was July and I was looking for a place for my son to start in August as I am a Learning Specialist and...

Niku B


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Ratings for San Mateo, CA nursery preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Nursery Preschools in San Mateo, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed nursery preschools.