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Building Kidz Of San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!
5.0
Owner is very kind. Makes me feel good dropping my little one off with her.
- Care member
Building Kidz of San Carlos
5.0
Our baby started in BuildingKidz 2 months ago. It was his first time going to daycare. Although there were some adaptation period, the teachers are very nice and easy to communicate. Now my baby loves going there, he gets so excited when it's time for school every morning, and he gets along well...
- Care member
Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare
5.0
It seems like any parent I talk to that sends their child to daycare has "that one thing..." that they just don't like about where their kid goes... Well, lucky for us, there isn't one thing we don't LOVE about Michelle's daycare. Michelle and her co-teachers, Carolina and Paz, are just absolutely...
- Mega B.
Safari Kid San Mateo
5.0
My son has been going since he was 18 months and he is super happy with the daycare and looks forward to going in every day. He learns a lot and has fun at the same time!
- Danielle B.
My Sweet Home Daycare
5.0
Juliana is caring and thoughtful. My daughter enjoyed being at My Sweet Home Daycare. Juliana celebrated her 1st and 2nd birthday at her Daycare, before she went to preschool. As a first time parent, I was assured my daughter was in good hands.
I appreciated receiving pictures of my daughter, daily...
- Anita S.
Daycares in Half Moon Bay, CA
Coastside Children's Programs, Inc.
494 Miramontes Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA
Coastside Children's Programs, Inc. in Half Moon Bay, 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 child care and development centers that...
Los Ninos Nursery School
20 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA
Los Ninos Nursery School located at 20 Kelly Avenue, Half Moon Bay, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from nine AM to four PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and...
Coastside Child Development Center (ccdc)
565 Redondo Beach Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA
The Coastside Child Development Center is a non-profit organization located in Half Moon Bay, CA. It has been providing child care services for 35 years and caters to infants, toddlers and preschoolers. They offer curriculum's that are focused on the social and emotional development of your child....
Building Kidz Of San Mateo - Now Enrolling - Weekly Performing Arts Classes!
39 East 39th Avenue, SAN MATEO, CA
5.0
(1)
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and...
5.0
"Owner is very kind. Makes me feel good dropping my little one off with her. "
Care member
Building Kidz of San Carlos
1633 Laurel Street, SAN CARLOS, CA
5.0
(2)
Learning Through Life Experiences allows a child’s learning to become experimental, imaginative and sensory based. Our pedagogical approach is to learn through these real life experiences, such as emergency services, health and nutrition, etc. in an environment committed to reinforce children’s...
5.0
"This place is calming for my little one. She enjoys being with the other children in an environment where she can sing, dance, and learn. I would enroll my next child that I'm currently pregnant with."
Care member
Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare
Kent Street, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(3)
Michelle's Family Daycare started off in 2001 as a Daycare home that, over the years, has grown into a preschool program in which children develop social skills, bilingual skills, leadership skills and prepares your child for kindergarten. With a
4 child : 1 provider ratio, we create a caring and...
5.0
"I highly recommend Michelle's family day care. My daughter was with Michelle since she was 7 months old. My son who is 8 years now, went to Michelle too. We love Michelle, she is very caring, always cheerful, very trustworthy and great with kids. The helper...
Rima K.
5.0
(2)
At Safari Kid, we believe childhood should be celebrated! Our proprietary preschool curriculum takes inspiration from a mix of both traditional methods (Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf) and reflects current brain research on early childhood development. This has resulted in a focus on the whole...
5.0
"Good collaboration - connecting with staff, teachers and students!"
Asha A.
My Sweet Home Daycare
434 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(2)
I believe at the early development stage children learn well through play and activities. At My Sweet Home Daycare we will strive to create a safe and nurturing environment optimum for your child s growth and learning experience. We will also do our best to assist
your child in developing important...
5.0
"My son has been going to My Sweet Home Daycare for a year and absolutely loves it. He runs to the door every morning saying "nana" and even went through a phase where he's cry when we picked him up to go home because he was having so much fun. I am so grateful that...
Susan V.
5.0
(5)
We're an amazing preschool/pre-k program with easy access to Hwy 101 and CalTrain. Our facility is bright, clean and safe with a playground perfect for children ages 18m - 5 years. You will feel reassured that your child is in great and experienced hands, with long-standing teachers trained in...
5.0
"I have only good things to say about the experience both our kids have had with happy campers. Both of my children have gone through the infant and preschool programs along with many other family members' children we have recommended to the school. My son, who is...
Michelle S.
Norma's Little Hands Daycare
44 Lodato Ave. Apt. 204, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(2)
Child care provider for infant and toddlers. I will be using music, singing and dancing to make the experience of the kids fun and artistic, lots of arts and crafts all in Spanish and English and in a caring and loving manner. It is my goal to make the kid's experience very safe, loving and fun at...
5.0
"We haven't attended the daycare but employed Norma as a part-time nanny several years ago for our newborn daughter. Norma's ease with children, endless energy and loving nature made me feel instantly comfortable as a parent. I know she will shine as the leader of a...
Robin E.
Little Footsteps
1501 S El Camino Real, SAN MATEO, CA
4.5
(2)
We believe children learn and master new skills through a variety of play experiences.
We acknowledge children know how to learn, we are there to support their learning experience.
We understand each child is unique and learns through different approaches.
Learning occurs anywhere and anytime....
4.0
"We were with them for 5 years before we had to move on. When we first joined, our girls came from a small daycare, and Little Footsteps made it really easy for them to adjust. They welcomed them with open arms and took care of them during the transition. They are...
Veronica R.
ABC Richa Day Care
1432 New Bridge Ave, San Mateo, CA
4.6
(8)
Are you looking for an outstanding home day care / Preschool for your child? I am Mrs. Videh B., licensed day care provider since 2003. I have been "homeschooling" preschoolers in a home atmosphere of education, play, structure and plenty of love and attention for infants and toddlers. I provide...
5.0
"My younger daughter goes to Videh aunty’s daycare since last 18 months. My daughter has received exceptional care and growth. Their house is nicely equipped with lot of safe toys and a good outdoor play area. Kids get to do arts and crafts, learn songs and good...
Care member
Abc Panda Child Care
1762 Lake Street, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(3)
We are proud to introduce our childcare center, were we prioritize the well-being and development of your children. Our dedicated staff cares for each child with the same love and attention as if they were their own. We believe in fostering a nurturing environment that encourages learning through...
5.0
"We are first time parents and brought our daughter to Karla starting at 7 months. I was nervous about daycare because my daughter had never taken a bottle and was with me every day since birth. However, the transition to daycare with Karla was stress free and so...
Ally L.
Playful Learning Preschool/daycare
627 Harrow Ave, San Mateo, CA
Our home based preschool/daycare operates much like a traditional daycare with a touch of home. We are a play based daycare focusing on the growth of the whole child ; social, emotional, physical and cognitive.
We currently have openings for children ages 3 months-4 years old. We are open...
Buddies World Day Care
444 Studio Circle, San Mateo, CA
We are here to nurture, take care, respect and most importantly do whatever it takes to meet the needs and wants of your child.
Little Builders Preschool & Daycare
127 Hemlock Avenue, Redwood City, CA
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...
Firefly Academy
405 Heather Lane, San Mateo, CA
Our Bilingual (English and Russian) Family Daycare offers fun and nourishing environment. Our program is focused at developing your child from an early age.
We have plenty of entertaining and cultivating activities, such as art and clay works, drawing and kids yoga, all about animals and sea...
All About Me Daycare
1710 Dewey Street, San Mateo, CA
Montessori Program
Built with the belief that every child is unique and should be allowed to learn at their own pace. With this in mind, we strive to provide the children with a perfect balance of both academics and play.
5.0
"My daughter has been going to to this daycare for the past 1.5 years, it's a very nice and trustworthy place. The teachers are amazing, my daughter feels comfortable and secure with them, she looks forward to going there, playing with her friends and doing fun...
Care member
Medina Family Daycare
849 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA
Medina Family Daycare is run by a mother and daughter duo, Delma and Marcela. Together, we have served our community for over 16 years. Our daycare is in our home, we have a classroom set up, outside play space and many activities indoors. We believe that children learn best through play, we have...
Stemsprouts Preschool
1304 Whipple Ave, Redwood City, CA
STEMsprouts is a high quality preschool program located in a beautiful residential area of Redwood City. Our program is led by a board certified behavior analyst with 17 years of experience in early childhood development and science-based learning. All staff hold bachelor degrees or higher. We offer...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Half Moon Bay, CA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Half Moon Bay, CA?
Daycare centers near you in Half Moon Bay, CA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Half Moon Bay, CA?
Daycares near you in Half Moon Bay, CA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Half Moon Bay, CA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Half Moon Bay, CA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Half Moon Bay, CA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Half Moon Bay, CA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.