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Part-Time Daycares in Los Altos, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed part-time daycares

REDWOOD CHURCH PRESCHOOL

This has been such a nurturing and safe environment for both daughters. I know my children are cared for by the staff as if they were their...

- Julia M.

HOBBLEDEHOY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

They have a great reputation. They have many kids that have stayed through the years. They have also added some great new additions. I...

- Zoisa A.

SAFARI KID - SANTA CLARA

My daughter has been going safari kid for last 7 months. She loves going there. She is learning too fast. All the teachers are very helpful,...

- SEEMA M.

Part-Time Daycares Near Los Altos, CA

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CCLC School Age at Santa Rita Elementary

700 Los Altos Avenue Los Altos, CA

We have activities planned daily for art, science, cooking, sports, etc., as well as, free choice time for the children to choose what activites they would like to do. We provide homework time so the children can work on and get help with their homework. An afternoon snack is included in the monthly tuition.
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Special needs
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
Yikes Tikes! provides a high-quality, inclusive early learning environment for children ages 2 to 4.9 years old. Our state-of-the-art program takes its inspiration from the Reggio Emilia approach to preschool education, which gives parents, teachers, children equal voice in the learning experience to set the stage for lifelong...
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REDWOOD CHURCH PRESCHOOL

901 MADISON AVE REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
We offer full-time and part-time preschool for children ages 2-5 years. Our full-time preschool is open from 7:30-5:30 Monday through Friday. Our Part-time preschool is either 3 full-time days or 5 part-time days from 7:30-12:30. We are happy to set up a tour of our preschool at your earliest convenience

Julia M. says "This has been such a nurturing and safe environment for both daughters. I know my children are cared for by the staff as if they were their own. The...

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HOBBLEDEHOY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

2321 JANE LN MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1550/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
Hobbledehoy provides both full-time programs and flexible part-time programs for children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old. We are dedicated to providing a fun and nurturing learning environment, focusing on the independent needs and abilities of each and everyone of our diverse student population.

Zoisa A. says "They have a great reputation. They have many kids that have stayed through the years. They have also added some great new additions. I highly recommend...

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SAFARI KID - SANTA CLARA

4995 STEVENS CREEK BLVD SANTA CLARA, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$900/mo
Montessori
Academic
International
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
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Welcome to Safari Kid Santa Clara. Safe, loving, fun, eclectic and most importantly CUSTOMIZED for your special needs, We offer part time Prek, TK, After School, Summer camp programs. Our philosophy takes the best of educational systems and combines with our very own to make it truly unique experience for your child. Safari Kid...

SEEMA M. says "My daughter has been going safari kid for last 7 months. She loves going there. She is learning too fast. All the teachers are very helpful, very kind and...

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Ocean Family Childcare (homebased preschool)

LAKEBIRD DR SUNNYVALE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1690/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Preschool
+ 1 more
We are a homebased preschool. Our staff holds a bachelor degrees in education and have over 10 years of experience with children. Our program offers plenty of outdoor time, no screen policy and daily updates for our families! At Ocean Family Childcare, we aim to provide a safe indoor and outdoor environment for young children...

Care Member says "The teachers take care of my child like their own. They spend a lot of time in creating a curriculum and designing activities for the kids with a lot of...

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Andino's Day Care

343 Dumbarton Ave. Redwood City, CA

5.0(10)

State license verified

With six years of experience as a nanny and seventeen years as a daycare provider, we strive to create a loving, safe, and educational environment. At Andinos Daycare our goal is to prioritize the health, learning abilities, and personal growth through playing, socializing with other children, and a bilingual setting. we offer...

Jane S. says "I cannot thank Isabel enough and would absolutely recommend her daycare for anyone's baby or kids. Her daycare is actually the first-ever daycare my baby...

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Little Clovers Daycare

19743 Wintergreen Dr. Cupertino, CA

5.0(1)
Little Clovers Daycare is a bilingual (Mandarin and English) licensed home childcare center in Cupertino committed to providing loving and nurturing care to children from 4 months to 3 years old. I am a professional child care provider with significant nanny experiences now opening my own daycare facility. In order to provide...

Deborah T. says "Lisa was my nanny the last couple of years and I am so glad to have had her expertise in caring for my son from infancy to toddlerhood. Not only was she...

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REDWOODS INTER. MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN

2000 WOODSIDE RD REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2400/mo
Academic
Montessori
International
Child care
Located very close to the heart of Silicon Valley, The Redwoods International Montessori School, (TRIMONT) absorbs the vibrant culture of its international inhabitants. TRIMONT is a sanctuary of child centered calm in the midst of an ever changing, bustling and innovative world. The vision of TRIMONT is to enrich the lives of...

Matt D. says "This is the best 2-year-old to TK school we've found in the area, after touring multiple and sending our two oldest children to two 2 other schools. It is a...

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Guardería Happy Geniuses

Avenida 392 N Rengstorff Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Happy Geniuses is a licensed daycare specialized in quality child care from 0-5 full time service only. We are certified child care providers with experience in child care. our daycare provides Breakfast, Lunch, and snacks. Our daycare is spacious, safe, clean, and we have a big yard for recreational purposes. For more...

Care Member says "Our toddler has been at Happy Geniuses for a few months now, and it's absolutely wonderful :) He's so happy to go to daycare every day and has so much...

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Jennifer's Family Child Care

1951 Latham Street Mountain View, CA

5.0(5)
I am a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) small licensed in-home daycare. My program is play-based, all activities will be learning concepts through hands-on exploration. I present a fun, loving, learning and positive environment for all children. I will be providing care for 6 children total (3 infants and 3 toddlers). I have plenty...

Lizbeth H. says "Jennifer truly is an amazing person and caregiver. It's so hard for me to trust anyone with my son, and even harder for my son to accept anyone but his...

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"ET" Kids!

5083 Country Lane San Jose, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Preschool
+ 1 more
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, music, and honesty! We provide...

Tina H. says "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!"

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Precious Kids Home Daycare And Preschool

2944 Millar Ave Santa Clara, CA

5.0(2)
Precious Kids Home Daycare & Preschool is a Licensed Small Family Daycare with a Low-1:6 Ratio. With over 25 years' experience, I specialize in the care and teaching of children from Newborn to age 4. MY EXPERIENCE: -I received my Early Childhood Education Teacher Certification from De Anza College. -I have worked in...

Rosalie T. says "Rosalie is a natural with infants and toddlers!"

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Learn And Play Montessori School - Sunnyvale

1055 SUNNYVALE SARATOGA RD SUNNYVALE, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1875/mo
Montessori
Academic
International
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Schedule Your Tour Today: https://www.learnandplaymontessori.com/sunnyvale/school-tours/ Preschool, daycare (childcare), and kindergarten near you. Best-in-class, STEM-focused, the Montessori way. Enrolling now. Your child deserves Montessori! Our best-in-class preschool in Sunnyvale, California, is for children ages 18...

Care Member says "Learn and Play Montessori School in Sunnyvale is wonderful! This is our child's first preschool and it's the only one they walked into for the tour and...

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EMC 2 Kids Academy

4953 STEVENS CREEK BLVD SANTA CLARA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Academic
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
+ 2 more
Are you looking for Part Time Bilingual (Spanish / English) Child Care, Pre-K, Kindergarten, After School Care, and Supplemental program, EMC2 Kids Academy is now accepting applications for their amazing Santa Clara location! Located on Steven Creek Blvd just down the street from the new Apple HQ and in the heart of the tech...

ana C. says "We found Emc 2 kids last summer when my daughter needed care. She attended a walk in center at the time, and I was really not happy with them. I was very...

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Building Kidz of Sunnyvale

878 Lakewood Drive SUNNYVALE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
FALL PROMOTION 2025 - $125 OFF registration fees plus $300 off tuition for a limited time! Contact us! Here at Building Kidz of Sunnyvale in Lakewood Village, we are excited to server the local Sunnyvale community. If you are looking for a preschool near you, your search is over! Our facility is licensed for children ages 2-6...

Care Member says "Location is easy to get to, facility is clean. "

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Gems Academy Preschool And Child Care

1341 Elsona Ct Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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 coordination, use of small hand...

Gaurav M. says "We've had such a wonderful experience with Gems Academy Child Daycare. Our son has been attending for over two years, and he still wakes up excited to go...

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Gems Academy

1341 Elsona Ct. Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

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. Run by a very caring and...

Namrata L. says "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...

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WORLD OF DISCOVERY PRESCHOOL

13200 SHADOW MOUNTAIN DR SARATOGA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1470/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We believe in empowering children by offering them opportunities to make decisions and solve problems. By offering an engaging curriculum and nurturing confidence, it is our aspiration that each child will develop a positive outlook towards school, a better appreciation of the world around them and acquire a lifelong love for...

Clarissa S. says "I came across this wonderful place in 2017, and both my sons have developed a strong affection for WOD. At present, my younger child is actively...

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LITTLE STAR BASICS LEARNING CENTER

3530 HOMESTEAD RD SANTA CLARA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Little Star Basics is passionate about your child's early education and their social, cognitive, emotional, and physical developments. We believe that child's formative years are most critical in laying their character foundation for kindness, honesty, diligence, and resilience. With that in mind, we strive to encourage each...

Anna Y. says "So many factors that make them good!!! The staff is very great and supportive. They are loving and gentle! My friend referred us! "

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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Los Altos, CA

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Los Altos, CA can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Los Altos, CA provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Los Altos, CA, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Los Altos, CA can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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