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Marthas Daycare
5.0
Martha took wonderful care of my daughter! I had peace of mind knowing that my daughter was in a safe and enriching environment. She provided healthy meal and snacks. She helped my daughter be ready for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten. Thank you Martha for helping me and my family!
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New Horizon Academy - Andover, MN
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- forever grateful), Aimee driving to...
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Angels Day Care LLC
5.0
My 5-year-old daughter has been attending Monica’s daycare since she was four months old. She started full-time, and now that she goes to school, she goes to Angel’s Daycare part-time.
Monica has been great with my daughter. She provides a safe, fun, and caring environment for her kids. I’ve told...
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LILY PAD AT METRO PARK
5.0
The entire staff truly cares for the kids as they update you constantly with pictures and feedback on their day!
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GRACE DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER
5.0
My daughter has been enrolled at Grace Daycare since she was 2 months old. She is now 4. I have been fortunate to witness the positive impact that the new administrative team has brought to the center. The environment alone is welcoming, supportive, and inspiring to the children. My daughter truly...
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Daycares in Santa Cruz, CA
Child Empowerment International
4340 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, CA
Child Empowerment International in Scotts Valley, 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 from all ages.
Scotts Valley Kinder Academy
210 So. Navarra Dr, Scotts Valley, CA
Scotts Valley Kinder Academy is a licensed small home daycare. We provide after school care for kindergartners. Transportation is available from Brook Knoll and Vine Hill. Our objective here is to provide a happy, safe, enriched learning environment for your child. We help and guide each child by...
Osito's Day Care
670 Crest Drive, Ben Lomond, CA
A safe home day care in Ben Lomond, CA
Children's well-being is promoted when they are in a safe, consistent, loving, and fun environment with a variety of opportunities for play-based learning and positive social interactions. Osito's Childcare Center offers a comfortable home setting and...
Main Street Campus Kids Connection
3400 N Main St, Soquel, CA
Bored kids will have plenty of things to do at Campus Kids Connection at Main Street on Soquel, CA which offers various fun and exciting activities that help them learn and develop such as crafts, cooking projects, and outdoor games. Their facility offers flexible child care in a fun and secure...
Play Laugh N Learn Daycare
3002 Granite Creek Rd., Scotts Valley, CA
Haven Play Lounge
1800 Green Hills Rd Unit 101, Scotts Valley, CA
Camp Del Oro
3100 Bean Creek Rd, Scotts Valley, CA
Camp Del Oro based in Scotts Valley, CA allows kids to be kids while giving them the opportunity to discover and develop individual skills. The camp offers lots of fun and exciting age-appropriate activities such as Swimming in the lake or pool, Arts and Crafts, Nature Hikes, Challenge Course,...
Amanda B.
321 Lockewood Lane, Scotts Valley, CA
Beginning in late August, I am offering 10-12 hours per week of childcare for one child. I am interested in one of two possibilities: a young child or baby during the morning hours, or a school-aged child for after school care. I am a mother of two children, an 8 YO boy and a 5 YO girl. I love...
Rocking Horse Ranch Day Care
4134 Fairway Dr, Soquel, CA
Rocking Horse Ranch Preschool is located in Soquel, CA. They offer both full-day and half-day preschool programs for children ages 3 to 5 years old. They provide a variety of activities ranging from fine motor playful to fantasy play that enables their personal growth. It is open Mondays through...
Baymonte Christian Preschool
5000b Granite Creek Rd, Scotts Valley, CA
Baymonte Christian Preschool in Scotts Valley, California is a Christian 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 from Preschool,...
Kennolyn Camps
8400 Glen Haven Rd, Soquel, CA
Kennolyn Camps in Soquel, CA is a center and camp that provides a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as summer camp, retreat, swimming, and special...
Circle of Friends Day Care
111 Navarra Dr, Scotts Valley, CA
Circle of Friends Preschool center is a licensed center located in Scotts Valley, CA. They offer a happy, safe and enriching learning environment for your child. They provide a curriculum that is theme based and developmentally appropriate for preschool students. They aim to develop your child...
In Kirsten's Care
300 S Navarra Dr, Scotts Valley, CA
In Kirsten's Care in Scotts Valley, 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 from three months to preschool age...
Highlands Park Child Development Center
8490 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, CA
Highlands Park Child Development Center located in Ben Lomond, CA offers a variety of activities and projects throughout the day such as science, cooking, art, crafts, music, and movement. The center specializes in children ages three months to five years old and aims to develop desirable social...
Marthas Daycare
12000 block Cijon Street, SAN DIEGO, CA
5.0
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We are a licensed Family Home Daycare with a loving and educational environment. We provide all the meals breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner. Everything is home made nothing frozen or from a package. We teach our children in Spanish and English. We have been doing Daycare for 40years. We do dance,...
5.0
"Martha is the most loving and trustworthy person. Our son went to her daycare when I went back to work after maternity leave. Now he is 9 yo and we trust her to watch him if we need a sitter. She treats him like family. We know when he is with Martha he is safe,...
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New Horizon Academy - Andover, MN
13130 Riverdale Drive Northwest, COON RAPIDS, MN
5.0
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New Horizon Academy Andover is located conveniently in Andover, Minn., off of Riverdale Drive and Round Lake Boulevard NW. We have been serving families in Andover, Coon Rapids, Blain, Anoka, and nearby areas with quality childcare and early education services since 2006. Our school has two infant...
5.0
"New horizon andover hasamazing director and always makes sure my daughter has everything she needs. The teachers there are very nice and I never have to worry when my daughter goes to daycare. "
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Angels Day Care LLC
24 FLORENCE ST, West Hartford, CT
5.0
(1)
Angels Day Care is a Home Daycare created by Monica Vergara. Monica has over ten years of experience in personal care, working with babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Angels Day Care counts on professional staff who cares about the kids and the parents they serve.
"We...
5.0
"My 5-year-old daughter has been attending Monica’s daycare since she was four months old. She started full-time, and now that she goes to school, she goes to Angel’s Daycare part-time.
Monica has been great with my daughter. She provides a safe, fun, and caring...
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5.0
(4)
Lily Pad at Metro Park is conveniently located in Alexandria, Virginia, one block from the Franconia Springfield Parkway. We have been in the community since 2010 and as our families can attest, we are well known for our lovely home-like environment and dedicated long term staff. Lily Pad uses the...
5.0
"Our daughter has been there since she was an infant, and Lily Pad has always been great. The staff is friendly, she learns so much there, and the administration is very responsive to questions or issues. They are also flexible with payment methods and schedules!"
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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...
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Smallfreckles Home Day Care
2834 Rosemary Ln, Falls Church, VA
5.0
(1)
We'll promise to take the best care of your kid. Our home daycare is new, comfortable, safe, clean atmosphere. Working Monday to Friday full time and part time, CPR & First Aid trained, State licensed for Home Day Care in Falls Church Age appropriate activities (reading,music, arts). We speak...
5.0
"We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting lots of attention and kindness. We highly recommend Small Freckles!"
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Santa Cruz, CA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Daycare centers near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA?
Daycares near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Santa Cruz, 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.