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Valentina's Preschool And Daycare
5.0
My daughter started at Valentina's preschool when she was 1.5 year old and went there for 2 years. It was our best decision to enroll into this school. Finding good school is very important in the early development and Valentina and her staff of teachers performed their duty at fullest by heart.
At...
- Reema M.
Guiding Hands Learning Center
5.0
Great environment for kids who are looking to learn!!
- Katie W.
Aiello Family Child Care
5.0
The Aiellos are phenomenal! The space is warm and filled with light; the days consist of songs, art/projects/learning and outdoor play. The children are nurtured and urged to explore. I can't imagine a better place for our children to grow. Incredible experience!
- Arden A.
Bright Start Baby
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Ms. Ashley, who runs the childcare along with her daughter Macchi! We feel so fortunate to have found such a special duo because of the love, quality care, and personalized attention they gave to our son. They love him like their own! Every day he was exposed to...
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Child care centers in Santa Monica, CA
Valentina's Preschool And Daycare
6100 Hargis St, Los Angeles, CA
5.0
(3)
At Valentina's Preschool, we offer a secure place for children to play and learn with other children. We value diversity, and we welcome children regardless of race, gender or religion. We believe that children learn through active exploration and play, and that self - esteem is built on mutual...
5.0
"My daughter used to attend preschool at Valentina's. It's been six months since she's been at her new school but she still talks about how much she loved going to Valentina's and how much she missed it there. Valentina and her staff are so friendly with both the...
Romina A.
Guiding Hands Learning Center
2004B E. Park Place, El Segundo, CA
5.0
(1)
"Out of School Time" (OST) Guiding Hands Learning Center, located in El Segundo Plaza, offers a variety of programs for children of all ages. We offer before and after school programs, individualized tutoring and lesson planning, and educational workshops for children ages 4 and up. We offer a...
5.0
"Great environment for kids who are looking to learn!!"
Katie W.
Aiello Family Child Care
345 S Mansfield Ave, Los Angeles, CA
5.0
(3)
Spanish/English immersion daycare and preschool catering to kids 0-4 years.
5.0
"Dropping my daughter off at Aiello Family Child Care was difficult for her at first, but she quickly grew to love the teachers and her new friends. The size of the school really allows for individual attention and connection with students as well as parents. The...
Chelsie R
Bright Start Baby
3624 Faris Dr, Los Angeles, CA
4.8
(6)
My home childcare, Bright Start Baby, offers a warm and nurturing environment. It is the perfect mix of my experience running a childcare center for Bright Horizons and the warm and personal attention of a home childcare. Each day is filled with songs, music, great developmentally appropriate...
5.0
"Ashley watched my daughter from ages 3 months to 2 years and our experience could not have been better. Her love and expertise are obvious in every interaction. She really, really cares about all of her kids and is a wizard with this age group. Ashley also sends...
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We are a small preschool that provides love and care to all of our children and the teachers get to know the individual needs of all the children. Through play and the use of an emergent curriculum, our children are given opportunities to explore, question, and construct their own theories of the...
At McKoy Home Daycare, our mission is to provide safe and nurturing child care services that promote child development and growth. We strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where children can learn and play.
WeVillage was founded in 2012! We proudly offer early childhood education programs accepting children ages 6weeks-10 years of age!
Here is is a bit about us!
Every family is different, some require a flexible schedule to fit their schedule others need a more structured schedule, either way your...
Gaim Family Childcare (Children of the World) Preschool
5854 Arlington Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Welcome to our Gaim Family Childcare (Children of the World) Preschool! We are a safe, loving, and early educational home daycare located on Slauson/Arlington in Los Angeles.
Our approach to learning is centered around how to become the best human we can to ourselves and to our fellow human...
*We are a full-time school with rolling admissions enrolling students for the school year. We are not a daycare facility.*
Over the years we have combined the best new practices in early childhood education to create a program that nourishes your child as they begin to connect socially with each...
P2b The Learning Center
6608 2nd Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
"Proud 2 Be" offers two programs:
1. The Learning Center, which offers the Creative Curriculum for kids 2-13
2. The P2B Mentoring Program for at-risk youth 13-17 located in Carson.
The Mentoring Program has been in operation since 1999 and The Learning Center opened this year. With our licensed...
At Saint Victor Preschool, we emphasize learning through play. It is through play and our hands on approach that we introduce literacy, early mathematics, science, social studies, and faith formation. Play is critical to all aspects of development, and it is the primary vehicle through which...
Brella - Playa Vista
12746 W Jefferson Blvd, PLAYA VISTA, CA
We make child care easy. Meet your new village.
We offer loving infant care and preschool for little ones 3 months - 6 years. You decide your schedule and location, we make it work. From your every day routine to your last minute needs.
Our play-based curriculum is designed to support your...
Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool
8577 Venice Blvd, LOS ANGLES, CA
Here at Little Sprouts Language Immersion, we value the culture and tradition of all the families that come to our school to create a welcoming environment for all. Our curriculum is, play-based, Montessori, and Earth-based approach to teach and to prepare your child for primary education.
Growing Prodigies Family Lerning Center
4221 Santa Rosalia Dr., Los Angeles, CA
Our mission at Growing Prodigies Family Daycare is to uncover the natural talents and hidden genius in every child through organic learning. It is our belief that every child is a potential prodigy. We believe in stimulating children's natural abilities and God-given talents, by following their lead...
We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Preschool & School-Aged learning facility whose mission is to provide families with a solid educational foundation for their children. We love to learn and want your kids to love it too! We use Dramatic Play, Creative Arts, Movement, Science, Hands-on Activities, and...
WPNS Cooperative Learning Center
8619 Aviation Bvld, Inglewood, CA
WPNS is a parent participation, play-based learning center that has served Westchester and the surrounding areas for over 60 years. WPNS is more than a traditional preschool.
WPNS is a cooperative school environment that encourages a love of learning, respect and community.
We recognize the...
Brella
12746 W Jefferson Blvd. Suite 33100, Los Angeles, CA
Brella offers flexible infant care, preschool, and kids camp options for children 3 months-12 years old. Our fully-licensed, state of the art center offers the highest quality of care, innovative, age-based curriculum, and full-service support for families.
Life is vibrant and ever-changing....
City Kidz childcare
2628 S Longwood Ave, Los Angeles, CA
City Kidz is a friendly daycare/after-school program. We welcome each child with open loving arms. Our program is designed to teach children learning through play, we also have a curriculum we do with our older children. So if you are looking for a safe environment childcare for your little ones,...
We, the administration, faculty/staff of Saint Victor’s Preschool, dedicate ourselves to providing an environment in which we may nurture the spiritual, cognitive, psychological, social, physical and aesthetic potential in each of our preschool students. Furthermore, we believe that each child is a...
Maple Tree
11916 Pico BL, Los Angeles, CA
Maple Tree is a RIE and Reggio inspired Infant, Toddler, and Preschool center. We provide care for children ages 3 months- 5 1/2 years. Our philosophy is based on the fundamental belief that children are competent and born researchers. Our Educators are highly qualified professionals who work side...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Santa Monica, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Santa Monica, CA?
Child care centers near you in Santa Monica, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Santa Monica, CA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Santa Monica, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Santa Monica, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Santa Monica, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.
Ratings for Santa Monica, CA child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Child Care Centers in Santa Monica, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers.