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Recent daycare reviews in Merced, CA

Angels Nest Day Care

5.0

As a working mom it pains me to have to leave my child in the care of someone else, but at Angel's Nest Daycare I know my son is in good hands. My son has been in the care of Gilda and her daughter since he was three months old. He's now a little over a year old and I know that when I'm at work my...

- Roxanne

Sanz Day Care

5.0

Sanz Daycare has been a wonderful place to send my son for full-time care! The facility is clean and invites learning and creativity for many ages. The facility has different learning stations, toys for all ages, a separate napping area and eating area, and an outdoor play space. Sana is incredibly...

- Emily U.

Brilliant Star Early Childhood 1

5.0

Very clean environment, the owners are friendly and always smiling. The owners are present most days I drop my children off and always great us with a smile. The staff members seem to genuinely care about my children and always update me on their day. Great center overall.

- Care member

Daycares in Merced, CA

Miss Kelli's Care

Miss Kelli's Care

377 Sonara Ave, MERCED, CA

Starting at $900/mo

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...

Shanda's Daycare

Shanda's Daycare

1252 Wildcat Dr, Merced, CA

We are a family daycare that accepts all ages. We are open from 5:30 am to 6:30 pm Monday Through Friday. Extended care available for after school. We are not open on weekends. Please call for attendance price. We do accept access. We are a licensed facility through the state of ca.

The Little Hummingbirds

The Little Hummingbirds

2439 Bastidas Dr, Merced, CA

Licensed Home Child Care Merced, CA 30 years experienced Licensed by the California Department of Social Services CPR/First Aid/Safety Certified Fingerprinted & background check cleared Very clean & organized home Safe location Close to UC Merced We strive to provide high-quality...

Sarah Terry

Sarah Terry

1345 Derby Ct, Merced, CA

I am an in home provider that runs a play based learning environment. We try to just have fun here while gaining knowledge and following our day to day routine as well ( I follow state COVID SAFE guidelines )

4.2

(5)

5.0
"My son has been attending this daycare Almost a year now and he loves it! The first time he went in he cryed, of course typical child will cry when a mother leaves them. The crying usually lasts for about a week or two, But for some reason my son only cried the...

Diana F.


Douglas Family Daycare

Douglas Family Daycare

2335 Explorador Drive, Merced, CA

I have experience as a Lead Preschool Teacher and have a passion for helping little kids reach their full potential. I try to let children explore their world at their pace, and in the most beneficial way for their individual needs. I engage all children in a daily circle time, and children who are...

Little People Big Dreams Daycare

Little People Big Dreams Daycare

3862 Depaul Ct, Merced, CA

Children of all ages, Monday through Saturday, Hours 7:30 AM to 7 PM, Pick Children up from school, Homework assistance, preschool work, arts & crafts.

Gateway Educare Infant Center

343 E Donna Dr, Merced, CA

Gateway Educare Infant Center in Merced, 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 of all ages.

Margaret Sheehy Preschool

1240 W 6th St, Merced, CA

Sheehy Preschool is a state-licensed child care center that offers early childhood education programs designed for preschool kids. Located in Merced, California, the company follows a research-based curriculum that focuses on developing children’s core competencies in math, language and literacy,...

Merced Child Development Center

720 S St # 59, Merced, CA

Merced Child Development Center is a program run by The Merced County Community Action Agency. The program serves children ages 3 to 5 years old who are not yet eligible for kindergarten. It provides comprehensive, top quality services to participating children and families. The center is open from...

Fairside Head Start / Early Head Start Center

900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Merced, CA

The Fairside Head Start and Early Head Start in Merced, California is a federally-funded program that offers parent support and childcare and education for children from six weeks old up to five years old from low-income families. The program provides activities that stimulate the children's...

Bear Country Learning Center

2115 Wardrobe Ave, Merced, CA

The Bear Country Learning Center in Merced, California provides childcare for children from two to twelve years old. Their curriculum encourages the children in their interests, provides guidance in academic subjects, and prioritizes hands-on learning. They are open from Monday to Friday, from six...

MERCED MIGRANT HEADSTART

401 Lesher Dr Ste G, Merced, CA

Merced Migrant Headstart in Merced, CA is one of the head start programs of Central California Child Development Services, Inc. It is a private non-profit organization that has been providing child development services for children ages six weeks through five years old.

Alexander Street Montessori School

201 E Alexander Ave, Merced, CA

Alexander Street Montessori School is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to providing quality learning programs for children living in Merced, California. It can accommodate up to 24 children, and it operates from Mondays through Fridays 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The school serves children...

La Petite Academy Child Care-Merced

3190 Collins Drive, Merced, CA

La Petite Academy Child Care-Merced offers center-based and full-time educational daycare programs for preschool and school-age kids. The facility operates during weekdays from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. La Petite Academy Child Care-Merced also provides extended hours, enrichment programs, and drop-in...

Crystal Creek Daycare

650 E.S. Bear Creek Dr., Merced, CA

Hello everyone, my name is Gloria. I have been a licensed daycare provider for 12 years. I am CPR certified, speak fluent spanish, cook my own meals. There is 3 persons in this Child Care plenty of eyes. There are too also CPR certified. Providing activities, schooling, playtime, nap time. Thank You...

Fremont Preschool

1120 W 22nd St, Merced, CA

The Fremont Preschool located at 1120 West 22nd Street, Merced, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from eight AM to two-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It provides before-...

FCC-JONES, CLARISSA FAMILY CHILD CARE

2217 U St., MERCED, CA 95340, CA

Starting at $2088/mo


Sanz Day Care

Sanz Day Care

2001 Longmead Rd, Silver Spring, MD

5.0

(1)

Sanz Daycare is a Registered Home Day Care that provides many special offers for both Children and Parents. We offer an environment where kids can be kids, they learn, play and grow together. Please call for more information.
5.0
"Sanz Daycare has been a wonderful place to send my son for full-time care! The facility is clean and invites learning and creativity for many ages. The facility has different learning stations, toys for all ages, a separate napping area and eating area, and an...

Emily U.


Brilliant Star Early Childhood 1

Brilliant Star Early Childhood 1

5006 McEver road, OAKWOOD, GA

Starting at $720/mo

4.0

(1)

Brilliant Star Daycare provides excellent childcare services for children in the Oakwood community. We are a Quality Rated Daycare that provides a warm, supportive, and nurturing environment where children are respected as individuals and are offered a curriculum to enrich their learning. Our...
5.0
"Very clean environment, the owners are friendly and always smiling. The owners are present most days I drop my children off and always great us with a smile. The staff members seem to genuinely care about my children and always update me on their day. Great center...

Care member


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Ratings for Merced, CA daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Daycares in Merced, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.