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Mason Aces Inc.
5.0
Caring, understanding, flexible, and reasonable. Love them!
- Care member
Birch Mountain Day School
5.0
My son went for years and it was just the best experience! We loved it there. It's a warm and trusting environment. and we always recommend them to other parents seeking care.
- Heather H.
Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE
5.0
Cece has been incredible. We have had bad experiences with other in home day care providers so it made us weary to use another one. But she has earned our trust and our 3 year old autistic son absolutely loves it there. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Shahin's Day Care
5.0
I put both of kids with her since they were 3 months old! She has been a GODSENT!
Our family can't say enough wonderful things about Shahin! When we were looking for childcare for our family a few years ago, we went everywhere from inhome to centers, and when we went to Shahin we stopped looking....
- Boon F
SPRINGS OF LIFE - ACADEMY
5.0
My children have been in Springs of Life since 2022. They all love their teachers and I love how communicable the staff are. They always fill me in on anything that took place during the day and have fun arts and crafts for my children to take home. My youngest has been growing in this center and...
- Care member
Daycares in Santa Barbara, CA
5.0
(4)
We are a daycare that prides ourselves on making sure our kiddos, and their families have the best care and services possible. We not only offer in home daycare, we also offer Nanny care, Montessori Schools, and tutoring. Our Nannies are trained, CPR and first aid certified, and background checked...
5.0
"Great with all kids! They give them the love and attention they need to express themselves while also giving them structure and routine. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Birch Mountain Day School, Inc. was founded in 1995 based on the need for quality educational programming for young children. Located in Manchester, CT, we believe that what we offer is the best, balanced combination of education and day care. Our philosophy is that children come first.
Serving...
5.0
"From all places we looked at, here was the absolute best. The staff are smart everyone, they work together well and have created the perfect environment for a daycare. Management is well structured as well."
Lindsay K.
Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE
1337 Indian Creek Place, CHULA VISTA, CA
5.0
(4)
Commit to Your Child’s Future
At our Montessori Home Daycare ( Bilingual & Curriculem Base) , we wholeheartedly believe in the power of early childhood education. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can grow, learn, and thrive. With a strong focus on...
5.0
"Cece has been incredible. We have had bad experiences with other in home day care providers so it made us weary to use another one. But she has earned our trust and our 3 year old autistic son absolutely loves it there. Highly recommend!"
Care member
Shahin's Day Care
921 Arcadia Ave. 1, Arcadia, CA
5.0
(1)
Affordable childcare is available in a warm and cheerful environment. Caregiver is trained and licensed by the state, is CPR and First Aid certified, and participates in the food program. Fresh organic meals and snacks are provided everyday. Caregiver has more than 15 years experience in day care.
5.0
"I put both of kids with her since they were 3 months old! She has been a GODSENT!
Our family can't say enough wonderful things about Shahin! When we were looking for childcare for our family a few years ago, we went everywhere from inhome to centers, and when we...
Boon F
SPRINGS OF LIFE - ACADEMY
2385 ACADEMY PL, COLORADO SPGS, CO
5.0
(1)
We provide a family-like atmosphere for students and parents, that nurtures long-lasting cherished relationships. We have two convenient locations in Colorado Springs, East Uintah and Academy/Maizeland. Both locations offer infant daycare, toddler daycare, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and...
5.0
"My children have been in Springs of Life since 2022. They all love their teachers and I love how communicable the staff are. They always fill me in on anything that took place during the day and have fun arts and crafts for my children to take home. My youngest has...
Care member
Building Blocks Avon
84 W Avon Rd, AVON, CT
5.0
(3)
Building Blocks offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their...
5.0
"Building Blocks offers a warm welcoming environment for my child. It is a home away from home for my child while I work long hours."
Care member
Little Sprouts Watertown
150 Coolidge Ave, WATERTOWN, MA
5.0
(5)
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs.
Located on...
5.0
"My 1 year old had a great time and grew tremendously!!! The teachers treated her like she was family. Little Sprouts Watertown is a great place."
Care member
Kiddie Academy of Aliana
11107 Binion Lane, RICHMOND, TX
5.0
(6)
Kiddie Academy of Aliana is an educational daycare offering age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life. We pride ourselves in providing a daycare that focuses on developing positive character traits for kids, while...
5.0
"Both of my kids (now 2 and 4 years old) have been attending Kiddie Academy (KA) - Aliana since they were 4 & 6 months, so I have several years' experience with the KA-Aliana teachers, support staff, leadership, and extracurricular activity offerings. Without a...
Care member
Ms. Sandy's Daycare
6519 Deepford Street, Springfield, VA
5.0
(7)
Ms. Sandy has over 29 years of experience. She is devoted to providing quality in-home child-care services for ages birth through 12. Each staff member is First Aid and CPR certified and has Medical Administration Training (M.A.T.) and, more importantly, they are state licensed by Social Services...
5.0
"Ms. Sandy and her staff are great. They really care about the kids and treat them like their own. I highly recommend!"
Lisa I.
New Horizon Academy - Maple Grove, MN
16750 91st Avenue North, MAPLE GROVE, MN
5.0
(1)
Conveniently located between Fish Lake and Interstate 94, the Maple Grove New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 1988. We offer high-quality childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten children. Our daycare curriculum focuses on all aspects of...
5.0
"Our son is 9 now and has been a part of this family since 2 years old. He has been with Ms. Mel for years now and if your child is lucky enough to have her you know just how special she is. From Ms. Rhonda getting him on his first pre-k bus (and calming our tears-...
Jess B.
Lil' Bean's Day Care
224 Oak Valley Ct., Vacaville, CA
5.0
(1)
Lil' Bean's Day Care is a licensed small family day care for children, aged 12 months to 12 years.
Experienced caregiver available to guide your little one through exciting days filled with learning and fun. Plenty of safe space to play inside and outside. I provide healthy meals and snacks or...
5.0
"Lil' Bean's Day Care is amazing! I have two little girls that absolutely love it there. The environment is clean, safe, and fun. My 5 year old has been going there since she was 2 years old and once I had my 2nd daughter they took her in with open arms. It's always...
Jennifer C.
New Horizon Academy - Burnsville, MN
885 E. 134th Street, BURNSVILLE, MN
5.0
(1)
Welcome to the Burnsville, Minnesota New Horizon Academy!
Our school is located in the Parkwood Forest neighborhood, off Interstate 35E and County Road 11, near Terrace Oaks West Park. We have been serving Burnsville and Apple Valley children and families since 1988. With beautiful classrooms,...
5.0
"Our son is 9 now and has been a part of this family since 2 years old. He has been with Ms. Mel for years now and if your child is lucky enough to have her you know just how special she is. From Ms. Rhonda getting him on his first pre-k bus (and calming our tears-...
Jess B.
Queen Bee Home Daycare
2341 N194th St, Shoreline, WA
5.0
(1)
Queen Bee Home Daycare is a loving in home daycare located in Shoreline. We are a fun and loving daycare. We are a play based learning experience with lots of learning activities. Come join our bee hive.
5.0
"Our son started at Queen Bee when he was 6 months old. We go three days a week and he is now 14 months old. He has learned so much, Amila is so sweet and amazing. We are lucky to have her in our sons life. He is always happy when he comes home and loves his daycare...
Kelsey M.
Luz' Day Care
13112 Pickering Dr., Germantown, MD
5.0
(3)
Family daycare provider with over 20 years of experience. I take care of children 0- 12 in my home full time and before and after school. I will get them potty trained and ready for preschool or kindergarten, daily activities include outdoor place.
5.0
"I love her, she is very professional, love the child's and very good teacher"
Trayce
Ladan Daycare
6 Autumn Flower Ln, Gaithersburg, MD
5.0
(5)
My name is Fatemeh and I go by Ladan. I run a licensed family day care in Gaithersburg, MD. I have worked in a family daycare as an Assistant Manager for six years prior to starting my own business. I am also a mother to a 17-year-old son. I was trained in early childhood education, and have...
5.0
"We highly recommend Ladan! She is so caring, loving, and kind. Our experience with her daycare has been wonderful, and our son is so happy to see her every morning. He started here when he was 3 months old, and he has learned so much from Ladan over the past 2.5...
Lauren B.
Turtle Cove Academic Day Care
4104 Amargosa Drive, Antioch, CA
5.0
(9)
Turtle Cove Academic Day Care nurtures each child to reach developmental milestones while ensuring they become confident, joyful and fully prepared students. We also feature diverse learning programs including foreign languages, exercise programs, gardening, recycling, world cultures, manners,...
5.0
"The warm, hands on attention that is provided at Turtle Cove is exactly what I was looking for as a parent. They make it a point to become a part of the children's lives through a strong curriculum, attentive play time, and educational field trips."
Alexandra W.
5.0
(7)
Grace Daycare & Learning Center is a childcare provider serving the Stamford and Greenwich, CT areas. We offer care and early education programs for children ranging from 3 months to 6 years old, fostering growth and development in a nurturing, safe, and supportive environment. Our programs are...
5.0
"Grace Daycare has been such a wonderful experience for my son. The teachers are incredibly kind and nurturing, and I love how they incorporate outdoor time in their daily routine. It’s the little things, like the creative art projects my son brings home, that show...
Care member
Mia's Sprouts Early Childhood Development Center
63645 Scenic Drive, BEND, OR
5.0
(1)
Mia’s Sprouts Early Child Development Center is a preschool and daycare that has two locations located in downtown Redmond, OR on NW Greenwood Ave, and Bend, OR on Scenic Drive. Mia’s Sprouts was founded in 2016 by Martha Isela. It is a result of a lifetime of experiences and education that made her...
5.0
"My child has been in this program since she was just 3 months old, and now she is thriving in the after-school program! The nurturing environment and the dedicated teachers truly focus on the children's needs and development. I also have a third child on the way,...
Care member
Andino's Day Care
343 Dumbarton Ave., Redwood City, CA
5.0
(10)
With six years of experience as a nanny and seventeen years as a daycare provider, we strive to create a loving, safe, and educational environment. At Andinos Daycare our goal is to prioritize the health, learning abilities, and personal growth through playing, socializing with other children, and a...
5.0
"I cannot thank Isabel enough and would absolutely recommend her daycare for anyone's baby or kids. Her daycare is actually the first-ever daycare my baby goes to. My girl needed transition time but quickly overcome it with help from Isabel and Licho. When I was...
Jane S.
5.0
(4)
Welcome to ChildsPlay Learning Center where your child's happiness and development are our top priorities. We are part of Early Achievers Program. Our experienced and nurturing staff provide a safe and a loving environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. We also have a Pre-Kindergarten Program...
5.0
"My daughter has been a student at Childsplay Learning Center since she was about 8 weeks old. My baby has learned so much, developed relationships with all of her teachers, has friends that she goes to "school" with and enjoys all the activities. I honestly do not...
Krystle V.
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Santa Barbara, CA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
Daycare centers near you in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
Daycares near you in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Santa Barbara, 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.