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1.The Little Hummingbirds

2439 Bastidas Dr Merced, CA

< 1 mi

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Licensed Home Child Care Merced, CA 30 years experienced Licensed by the California Department of Social Services CPR/First Aid/Safety Certified Fingerprinted &amp; background check cleared Very clean &amp; organized home Safe location Close to UC Merced We strive to provide high-quality childcare for all children and families. Hours of Operation Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm We provide Breakfast, Lunch, Snack
Child care
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Academic

377 SONORA AVE MERCED, CA

(3)

3 mi

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Welcome to Miss. Kelli's Daycare! I offer a fun friendly atmosphere where children come to learn social skills as well as beginning academic concepts. Children enjoy time both inside and outside(weather permitting) everyday. The daycare is a smaller community where children can Interact with peers of varying ages (from infant to school age). Before staring my own at home Daycare I worked as a preschool aide for 10 years and a preschool teacher for 2 years. I did attend college and take…
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Megan F. says "She's always on top of things with the kids. Anytime there is any issue she notify us right away. One thing I love about her is that's she really brings attention to her teaching. They do a lot of puzzles and age appropriate activities, and arts and crafts! "
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Academic

STERN DR MERCED, CA

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5 mi

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✨ What We Offer: ✅ Fully staffed, loving and trained team ✅ Accepting all subsidy programs (A.C.C.E.S.S., CCAOA) + Private Pay ✅ Flexible payment plans for parents ✅ Meals and snacks provided ✅ Transportation available ✅ Daily learning activities & hands-on teaching ✅ Fun field trips with our Tiny Tots! ✅ Brightwheel App for easy parent communication ✅ Full camera facility – Safety is our #1 priority ✅ Exciting incentives & family discounts ✅ Expansion coming soon for older…
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Ebony W. says "This home is set up just like a childcare center—it's extremely clean and well-organized. The front of the house features a welcoming sitting area, while the back is fully equipped with picnic tables, a dining area, and plenty of learning activities. The backyard is spacious and really gives the feel of a professional childcare facility, all within a home setting. The staff are incredibly kind and attentive, and the overall environment is warm, safe, and engaging. The children…
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
In-Home daycare
Outdoor/nature

13071 E. Le Grand Rd Le Grand, CA

12 mi

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1720 N.Quincy Turlock, CA

26 mi

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Toddler Turf Preschool &amp; Child Care in Turlock, CA offers a safe, nurturing environment where children learn, play, and grow. Our licensed teachers provide quality infant care, toddler programs, and preschool education for ages 6 months to 5 years. We focus on early learning through fun, hands-on activities that build confidence and curiosity. Conveniently located on N Quincy Rd in Turlock (95382), we serve local families with full-day and part-day options. Schedule a tour today to see why…
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Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative

12204 Goldmine Ave Waterford, CA

29 mi

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2445 E. Whitmore Ave. Ceres, CA

33 mi

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Awarded Best Childcare

1601 Coffee Rd Modesto, CA

38 mi

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Planet Kids Christian Preschool is a ministry of The House Modesto established to fulfill the Biblical mandate found in Proverbs 22:6, &quot;Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old he will not depart from it.&quot; We believe that who is teaching our children is just as important as what our children are learning. Scripture says, Everyone after he has been fully trained will be like his teacher. (Luke 6:40) As important as the &quot;what is being taught&quot; is, God…
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

1528 Oakdale Rd Modesto, CA

38 mi

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Hazel's Christian Preschool &amp; Child Care Center. Serving ages 6weeks old - 12 years old (we will partner with family when it's time to potty learn your two year old). We are open Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We offer a full day program and two half day programs. We welcome private pay families, military pay, and county pay. Please come and tour the school with the family. Give us a call, we would love to answer any questions you have.
Child care
International
Special needs
Kindergarten
Cooperative
Academic
Preschool
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature

2320 Floyd Avenue Modesto, CA

38 mi

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them…
Child care

3313 Orchestra Place Modesto, CA

38 mi

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Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool

2048 Royal Ascot Way Oakdale, CA

39 mi

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I have been running my daycare for 3 years now. Child Care provider. I take care of children newborn and up to 12 years of age. I am Pediatric CPR certified and have all my child development certificates. I have been cleared by the County and State of CA! I'm great with children and provide age appropriate games, and learning activities. We will be having snack and meals prepared for the children. We are very excited to get to be a part of their growing experience! Any concerns or questions…

1475 Tumbleweed Court Oakdale, CA

39 mi

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Hi, my name is Jenny! I have been a licensed childcare provider in the Oakdale area for the past 7 years. I love children, and have dedicated the past four years getting to know and babysit for local families. My job is amazing, and I recently decided to make it my permanent career. What is so special about this line of work is being able to watch the kids grow and develop right alongside you. Children are so imaginative and loving. They ask questions and find it fun to learn. As a…

1217 River Valley Circle Modesto, CA

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39 mi

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Karen says "Best Daycare sally really good with my two boys and teaches them how to play and get along would definitely recommend!"

921 Woodrow Ave Modesto, CA

41 mi

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Our goal is to meet the needs of each individual child and to provide a loving and caring environment so that your child can receive the best education possible. It is our desire to work with you as parents and make preschool a successful extension to the family unit. We plan to provide a safe environment in which to allow your child to learn, explore, and experience the world around them. Treehouse Christian Preschool has developed learning centers curriculum based on these 13 components:…
Faith based
Preschool
Academic

1012 Annapolis Ave Modesto, CA

41 mi

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I have large family child care. I'm open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. I also provide breakfast a morning snack and lunch and afternoon snack. Also do circle time, arts and crafts.

5755 Sisk Road Modesto, CA

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44 mi

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The Modesto Christian Preschool is a dually-accredited, and licensed preschool. We offer age-appropriate play-based and academic learning activities in a safe, nurturing environment to prepare children for a lifetime of academic success through a quality Christ-centered curriculum. We provide full-day and part-day early childhood educational services for children between the ages of 2.9 and 5 years. We have two-day, three-day, and five-day programs. Our highly qualified and highly…
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Edward W. says "We have a daughter that just finished her first year in the Pre-K4 program at MCS and had a great experience. We really like the student/teacher ratio and the quality of the teachers. We believe that the school did a great job with academic learning as well as spiritual growth. I highly recommend this program!"
Kindergarten
Academic
Preschool
Faith based
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

3912 Honey Creek Road Modesto, CA

44 mi

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them…
Child care

4556 W. Palo Alto Ave 102 Fresno, CA

44 mi

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We work with ages from newborns to 12 years. Teaching math, reading, social skills, writing, spelling, potty training, walking, talking English language.

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Recent preschool reviews from local parents

Preschools are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 14 listed preschools

Miss Kelli's Care

She's always on top of things with the kids. Anytime there is any issue she notify us right away. One thing I love about her is that's she…

- Megan F.

T's Tiny Tots Childcare

This home is set up just like a childcare center—it's extremely clean and well-organized. The front of the house features a welcoming…

- Ebony W.

Sally's Precious Ones

Best Daycare sally really good with my two boys and teaches them how to play and get along would definitely recommend!

- Karen

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Merced, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Merced, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Merced, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Merced, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Merced, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Merced, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Merced, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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