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Part-Time Daycares in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed part-time daycares

EDISON MONTESSORI SCHOOL

My son started right before he turned 3. Was not potty trained, they assisted with that. Pre-covid, they had double the amount of students...

- Wei L.

Kiddie Garden Preschool

This place is wonderful. Sweet, caring and loving teachers. My kids have been going here for almost two years and they love it. They have a...

- Mashallah S.

Nora's Family Daycare

My husband and I met with Nora for an informal interview and to visit their home and meet their family with our 4.5 month old daughter. Nora...

- Melissa A.

Part-Time Daycares Near Palo Alto, CA

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Little Learners Preschool

785 Walnut Street San Carlos, CA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Our small school environment and experienced staff will provide your child with the opportunity to grow in all areas of their development. Our goal is to promote positive self-esteem as your child continues to develop physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively. We are dedicated to helping your child thrive by providing...
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Little Scholar Preschool and After School

5472 Central Ave Newark, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We offer preschool (2-6 years old) and after-school program. Why Little Scholar Preschool? 1.) STEM Based Curriculum 2.) Cost Effective - We believe quality education should not be expensive 3.) We are open on Saturdays- As parents we understand time challenges 4.) Least number of holidays compared to any...
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Little Builders Preschool & Daycare

127 Hemlock Avenue Redwood City, CA

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
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Little Builders is a Spanish immersion family preschool and daycare in Redwood City since 2014. We accept 18 months - 5 years old. The first year we are limited to 6 students and enroll full time students only. We believe that immersing children in real life activities through play is highly beneficial for their physical and...
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Project Imagine Academy

210 Alameda De Las Pulgas Redwood City, CA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
A branch of Little's Athletics & Education, we are a home-based young 5 prekindergarten and preschool program for children on the Bay Area Peninsula. We provide high-quality instruction that is built on positive relationships, children's interests, passions, and imagination. Our vision is to create an environment where...
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Mountain Camp Woodside

302 Portola Rd Portola Valley, CA

Mountain Camp Woodside is a traditional summer camp that offers both a Day Camp (for grades K-10th) and sleep-away Resident Camp (for grades 2nd 10th) programs and is nestled in the heart of beautiful Portola Valley, California on the 63-acre campus of the Woodside Priory School. Mountain Camp Woodside s minimal technology,...

EDISON MONTESSORI SCHOOL

303 TWIN DOLPHIN DRIVE, # 104 REDWOOD CITY, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Edison Montessori School was established in 1982. We accept children ages 2 years old - 6 years old with annual program. We are open year around. We offer part time and full time schedules 4 or 5 days a week. We are located in the Provident Credit Union across the street from the Pullman Hotel. Our teachers have been with...

Wei L. says "My son started right before he turned 3. Was not potty trained, they assisted with that. Pre-covid, they had double the amount of students and he was in the...

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Kiddie Garden Preschool

1305 Middlefield Road Redwood City, CA

5.0(2)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
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 children, ages 2 through 5. We...

Mashallah S. says "This place is wonderful. Sweet, caring and loving teachers. My kids have been going here for almost two years and they love it. They have a really...

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Nora's Family Daycare

111 N TAAFFE ST Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(2)
About us: We are a family owned small Family Daycare for ages 0-5. We are a Husband and Wife team and combined we have 15+ years experience working with children. We are Licensed, background cleared, TB tested and I am CPR certified. Our Mission: We are committed to providing your child with quality care by encouraging...

Melissa A. says "My husband and I met with Nora for an informal interview and to visit their home and meet their family with our 4.5 month old daughter. Nora and her...

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Lil Treasures Daycare

1500 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

At Lil Treasures we provide children with a variety of Montessori inspired activities that are carefully designed to encourage an environment of learning and creativity, children are encouraged to make creative choices with the hands-on, age appropriate activities provided to them. We believe that children thrive in an...

Jeremy L. says "Mayra is amazing and has been a great caregiver to our daughter for the last two years. Our 2.5 yr old has learned so much. I wish mayra would move to...

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IHsuan L

672 Gail Ave Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(3)
I've only recently took babysitting as a job. I've worked with children ages 5-12 for summer camps. I enjoy playing with the children of my friends and family. Currently I am taking care of a two and a half year old. I'm fun and love playing games with children, while at the same time, teaching them little by little. I also work...

Ivy L. says "After the birth of my son, I decided to take a break from my fairly demanding job in order to take care of him full time. When my son turned 1 about six...

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Ilana's Daycare

512 Granger Unit 1 Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
My family day care is known for its loving environment for infants and toddlers. I am a very dedicated care giver who brings many years of experience nourishing each child according to his or her needs. Provided in a small group setting, with a loving, nurturing, and warm environment, my care focuses on a variety of creative...

Israela K. says "We were so lucky to find Ilana's Daycare when my son turned one year old! I visited many home day cares and Ilana's stood out. She keeps the place...

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Katie's Family Child Care

290 Grand St. Redwood City, CA

I run an in-home daycare. I have a warm, inviting, clean home. I have been in business and licensed for 22 years. I love working with children and watching them grow into their amazing personalities. I serve organic foods, enjoy plenty of outside play, have story time, music class and much more. Looking to fill 4 spots....

Abc 123 Daycare

612 Charter Street Redwood City, CA

"A Safe and Loving Environment for Your Child" Infant care from 2 months to 12 years of age. Part-time and Full-time Care Offered. Hourly, Daily and Weekly Rates Available. Evenings and Weekends Upon Request

Caring Hearts Child Development Center

645 W Fremont Ave Sunnyvale, CA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Caring Hearts Child Care Center is located in Sunnyvale, CA. It is licensed and was established in 1989. They accept infants from 3 months to 6 years old children. They offer both full time and part time care. The center is open from Monday to Friday, 6:30a.m.to 6:00p.m.

Abracadabra Child Care Center

1120 Rose Ave Mountain View, CA

Preschool
Child care
Abracadabra Child Care Center located in Mountain View, CA is an on-site childcare provider servicing Springer Elementary School. Abracadabra is open to all Springer students, Kindergarten through Sixth grade, offering full-time and part-time care and also offers an early morning program each school day.

Pie Pequeno Day Care Inc.

518 7th Ave Menlo Park, CA

Child care
Pie Pequeno Day Care offers a fun, loving and home-like environment for children from 4 months through school-age. The center provides a positive development program and Spanish immersion that help in preparing children for kindergarten and regular school. The school's services are available full-time or part-time, Monday...

Penny R

230 S. Bayview Aveenue Sunnyvale, CA

I had a daycare in my home for 3.5 years. That was some time ago. I wanted to stay home with my children so I brought friends' children in to care for. It was a rich experience. I cared for children from 1 month to 11 years of age. I have experience with all ages. I also come from a large family. I have 24 nieces and nephews and...

Dandelion Daycare Center

1194 Blazingwood Dr. Sunnyvale, CA

What We Offer Food: I provide two healthy snacks and one homemade lunch each day. Nutrition is an important part of growing strong, healthy kids which is why we serve fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and quality meats. We get the kids excited about food by assisting with food prep, helping set the table, and...

Miss Ana

474 Emerald Ave. San Carlos, CA

State license verified

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 child's personality.

Debbie's Family Day Care

1238 Windsor Way Redwood City, CA

Preschool
Debbie's Family Day Care is a state-licensed child care and early learning facility that provides its services to preschool kids. Located in Redwood City, California, the company admits children between the ages of twelve months old to four years old. The company’s programs are offered on flexible schedules: full-time,...

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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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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