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Campus Kids Connection-Soquel

5.0

My daughter had tried about 3 Daycare School! Hands down the Campus Kids Connection is the best Daycare in our area. The teachers & staff became very special to my grandson. They are wonderful! Thank you for you do! God bless them!

- Nana T

In Kirsten's Care

5.0

My son went to Kirsten for 2 years and we were so sad to leave. I would recommend her to anyone. She really loves her "kids" and is a fantastic caregiver.

- Hillary

Kinder Cottage

5.0

We love Kinder Cottage! The teachers are all so loving yet matter of fact. The children have free choice, with outdoor access almost all day. My son was very happy there.

- Sarah H

Preschools in Aptos, CA

Rose Blossom Nursery School

Rose Blossom Nursery School

6401 Freedom Blvd, Aptos, CA

Starting at $640/mo

Rose Blossom is a preschool, T-K, and kindergarten serving families in Santa Cruz County, CA. We offer music, art, storytelling, games, circle time, outside play, show-and-tell, and individualized academic curriculum for children ages 2.5-6.5. Rose Blossom is a community school, encouraging...

Apple Afterschool

221 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

Apple Afterschool is a 19-year old afterschool enrichment program designed around the unique developmental needs of kindergarten to second grade students. Their ocean view setting with lots of windows and natural lighting aims to provide with a relaxing environment after a rigorous day of public...

Learning Montessori

106 Madeline Dr, Aptos, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

Learning Montessori located in Aptos, CA is a bilingual program serving Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and children in Kindergarten. The school also offers After School Care program and aims to help children achieve their best and learn to be creative and independent.

Maegan's Daycare and Preschool

504 Gertrude Ave, Aptos, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

Maegan's Daycare and Preschool in Aptos, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and preschool kids.

St. Andrew Preschool Cooperative

9850 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

St. Andrew Preschool Cooperative in Aptos, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and preschool kids. Your child will...

Children's Enrichment Center

2701 Cabrillo College Dr, Aptos, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

Children's Enrichment Center is a preschool operated by Twin Lakes Church in Aptos, CA. The school accepts children between the ages of two and five years, without discrimination. Their curriculum focus on the development of a child on the spiritual, social, emotional, physical and intellectual...

Tara's Kids

206 Siesta Drive, Aptos, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

I am currently seeking my teaching credential (2 years until completion) to work with school aged children. I have taken multiple early childhood education classes along with working as a volunteer aide at a local elementary school where I work with young school aged children. I have raised 3...

Children's Cottage Montessori

736 Clubhouse Dr, Aptos, CA

Costimate: $200/wk

The Children's Cottage Montessori in Aptos, California provides child care for preschool-age children. They provide a safe and healthy environment that stimulates socialization skills and mental, physical, and intellectual development. Activities are child initiated, and proceed at their own pace....

Secret Garden Preschool

26 Florido Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA

Starting at $1365/mo

1.0

(1)

We offer a play based preschool program focusing on kindergarten readiness. We serve the needs of the individual child, identifying areas of development and ways to meet each child's growth and preparedness for kindergarten. Children's literature is a cornerstone of our program encouraging...

Building Kidz

Building Kidz

106 Vine Hill School Rd, Scotts Valley, CA

Costimate: $290/wk

Welcome to Building Kidz of Scotts Valley Preschool and Kindergarten The school is part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses whose mission is to deliver a world class preschool experience resulting in children that love learning, connect with the performing arts, and demonstrate...

The Secret Garden

26 Florido Ave., Watsonville, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

For over forty years children have enjoyed attending The Secret Garden Preschool in beautiful La Selva Beach, California. We strive to maintain the standard of excellence established by our founder and maintain a program dedicated to the preparation of children for future academic and social...

Secret Garden Too

Secret Garden Too

3205 Salisbary Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

Costimate: $225/wk

Preschool Infant and Toddler Program. Location is perfect for easy on and off HWY1. Right next to Dominican Hospital. Come visit. Call to schedule a tour of our 3 programs.

Campus Kids Connection-Soquel

2700 Porter Street, Soquel, CA

Starting at $610/wk

5.0

(1)

Campus Kids Connection located in Soquel, CA is a non-profit agency that aims to provide a safe and secure environment for children in preschool through fifth grade. Aside from their before and after school programs, they also offer winter, spring, and summer camps.
5.0
"My daughter had tried about 3 Daycare School! Hands down the Campus Kids Connection is the best Daycare in our area. The teachers & staff became very special to my grandson. They are wonderful! Thank you for you do! God bless them!"

Nana T


In Kirsten's Care

300 S Navarra Dr, Scotts Valley, CA

Costimate: $278/wk

5.0

(2)

In Kirsten's Care in Scotts Valley, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from three months to preschool age...
5.0
"Kirsten has been caring for my daughter for 2 years. She provides me with an ease of mind while I'm at work everyday knowing my daughter is well taken care of. I wouldn't want anyone else to care for my child, she partners with me and she is invaluable to our...

Anna S


Kinder Cottage

3834 Gross Rd, Santa Cruz, CA

Costimate: $218/wk

5.0

(1)

The Kinder Cottage in Santa Cruz, California provides childcare and preschool education for two to six year old children. Their age-appropriate and play-based curriculum allows the children to express themselves and stimulates their cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They also...
5.0
"We love Kinder Cottage! The teachers are all so loving yet matter of fact. The children have free choice, with outdoor access almost all day. My son was very happy there."

Sarah H


Happy Days Children's Learing Center, LLC

1043 Morrissey Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA

Starting at $225/wk

Happy Days Children's Learning Center LLC located at 1043 Morrissey Boulevard, Santa Cruz, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They...

Baymonte Christian Preschool

5000b Granite Creek Rd, Scotts Valley, CA

Costimate: $278/wk

Baymonte Christian Preschool in Scotts Valley, California is a Christian non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from Preschool,...

Little Legends Preschool

305 Alturas Way, Soquel, CA

Costimate: $268/wk

Little Legends Preschool is an early childhood education provider in Soquel, California that offers a safe and nurturing atmosphere for children ages ten weeks through five years old. The school provides an environment for stimulating activities where children are given the freedom to explore and...

Hearts and Hands Pre School

40 Blanca Ln, Watsonville, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

The Hearts and Hands Preschool in Watsonville, California offers Christian child care and preschool for children two years old up to those who have finished kindergarten. Their age-appropriate and play-based curriculum stimulates the children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in a...

Circle of Friends Day Care

111 Navarra Dr, Scotts Valley, CA

Starting at $970/mo

Circle of Friends Preschool center is a licensed center located in Scotts Valley, CA. They offer a happy, safe and enriching learning environment for your child. They provide a curriculum that is theme based and developmentally appropriate for preschool students. They aim to develop your child...

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