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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South
5.0
AWESOME facility. Clean, and the curriculum is fun and engaging for my hyper little one.
- Care member
Safari Kid Redwood City
5.0
They are really, really good with everything: communications, taking care of my son, and all the kids, updates are excellent!
- Angelica S.
HEFFALUMP SCHOOL
5.0
My son loves Heffalump school and I am so thankful we found it!
Both teachers Ms. M and Ms.Barbara are professional.
Whenever I visit the classrooms, the teachers are always honest with the children and communicate with them, which I feel is wonderful.
I feel with the feedback at home that my son...
- Care member
Tiny Town Daycare
5.0
Andrea has babysat both of my kids and she is the best caregiver. She is patient, and has compassion for all of the kids. The home is also a very clean environment and the family is very kind and loving. I never leave my kids with anyone other than family, but Andrea I trust 100%!
- Nila T.
Little Clovers Daycare
5.0
Lisa was my nanny the last couple of years and I am so glad to have had her expertise in caring for my son from infancy to toddlerhood. Not only was she loving and caring toward my son; more importantly, she cared for him as if he was her own. I highly recommend Lisa as a caretaker!!!
- Deborah T.
Daycares in Stanford, CA
Apogee Education
37 Angell Ct. 125, Stanford, CA
Neuroscience Summer Boot camps, 2017!!! Taught by world-class Stanford Neuroscience PhD instructors with extensive teaching experience. Our engaging and interactive summer boot camps provide students, ages 11-18 years, with a once-in-a-lifetime, educational experience designed to both educate and...
CCLC School Age at Nixon Elementary
1711 Stanford Ave., Stanford, CA
We have activities planned daily for art, science, cooking, sports, etc., as well as, free choice time for the children to choose what activites they would like to do. We provide homework time so the children can work on and get help with their homework. An afternoon snack is included in the monthly...
CCLC School Age at Nixon Elementary
1711 Stanford Avenue, Stanford, CA
CCLC (Children's Creative Learning Centers) provides early childhood education solutions designed especially to meet the needs of working families. CCLC works hand in hand with employers to provide on or near-site child care that supports the work/life needs of their employees and the larger...
Children's Center of Stanford
685 Pampas Ln, Stanford, CA
Children's Center of Stanford located in Stanford, CA is a center that provide a safe, interactive, nurturing and fun environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a comprehensive program from Infant, Toddler, Toilet Training, Preschool, Kindergarten, School Age, and...
Building Kidz of Palo Alto South
569 San Antonio Rd, PALO ALTO, CA
5.0
(2)
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy...
5.0
"AWESOME facility. Clean, and the curriculum is fun and engaging for my hyper little one. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
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
"We have been incredibly happy there. I was very anxious about sending my daughter (now almost 2) to daycare after a year home with her. The teachers and director at Safari Kid were very supportive and always open to talking me through the process. They also offered...
Jayme M.
HEFFALUMP SCHOOL
3990 VENTURA COURT, PALO ALTO, CA
5.0
(7)
Heffalump Preschool was established in 1974 with the love care and support from our community. Heffalump is Home away from Home. We offer 5 days a week from 8:30am to 1:30pm, with extended hours until 3:00pm for ages 2yrs to 6yrs or First grade. We celebrate diversity - we believe that life on...
5.0
"We love Heffalump school! My 4 year old son attended summer camp here and loved it. He made friends easily and the teachers were responsive and nurturing. I think this is a great option for kids who thrive with personal attention and a caring environment. "
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Tiny Town Daycare
2150 Pulgas Ave, East Palo Alto, CA
5.0
(3)
Currently Opened & Open Spots!!
Tiny Town Daycare is a in home child care center located in East Palo Alto. We provide care for children ages from 5 months to 3 years of age. We provide them with the skills they need. Our facility offers a safe, fun and nurturing environment with daily routine and...
5.0
"Andrea was one of the caregivers at my son's daycare, and he absolutely loves her- he often babbles on and on about her on the drive home, so I know she's made such an impression.
She finds that perfect balance between education and fun, creating a safe, engaging...
Libby S
Little Clovers Daycare
19743 Wintergreen Dr., Cupertino, CA
5.0
(1)
Little Clovers Daycare is a bilingual (Mandarin and English) licensed home childcare center in Cupertino committed to providing loving and nurturing care to children from 4 months to 3 years old. I am a professional child care provider with significant nanny experiences now opening my own daycare...
5.0
"Lisa was my nanny the last couple of years and I am so glad to have had her expertise in caring for my son from infancy to toddlerhood. Not only was she loving and caring toward my son; more importantly, she cared for him as if he was her own. I highly recommend...
Deborah T.
Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home - Licensed Daycare Facility
1352 Henderson Ave, MENLO PARK, CA
Starting at $1900/mo
5.0
(2)
Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home is a caring and loving environment where your child can learn and grow. At our home daycare, we focus on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure your child's development. We focus on a variety of Montessori Inspired, Project-based,...
5.0
"I highly recommend Abejitas Montessori. It is a family home day care run by Teacher Elizabeth. She provides a clean, safe, nurturing, and fun learning experience for the children. She prepares 2 balanced snacks and the option of hot lunch service. Abejitas has a...
Jessica P.
Building Kidz of Menlo Park
490 WILLOW ROAD, MENLO PARK, CA
5.0
(1)
We're a small high top performing preschool that is located in the park. Our preschool specializes in the Performing Arts where children learn music, dance and theater. Your preschooler will truly love our environment and curriculum. Our philosophy is to develop the whole child in all aspects of...
5.0
"I initially attended another location where Sylvia was the director. We were with her for 5 years. When she opened up her Menlo Park location and we had our next child we couldn’t wait to go there even though it is a little bit of a further drive in the opposite...
Clarissa E.
Learn And Play Montessori School - Sunnyvale
1055 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd., SUNNYVALE, CA
Starting at $1875/mo
5.0
(2)
Schedule Your Tour Today: https://www.learnandplaymontessori.com/sunnyvale/school-tours/
Preschool, daycare (childcare), and kindergarten near you. Best-in-class, STEM-focused, the Montessori way. Enrolling now. Your child deserves Montessori! Our best-in-class preschool in Sunnyvale, California,...
5.0
"Learn and Play Montessori School in Sunnyvale is wonderful! This is our child's first preschool and it's the only one they walked into for the tour and didn't want to leave. We love all the teachers and staff, colorful and clean classrooms, thoughtful curriculum,...
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Jennifer's Family Child Care
1951 Latham Street, Mountain View, CA
5.0
(5)
I am a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) small licensed in-home daycare. My program is play-based, all activities will be learning concepts through hands-on exploration. I present a fun, loving, learning and positive environment for all children. I will be providing care for 6 children total (3 infants...
5.0
"Jennifer truly is an amazing person and caregiver. It's so hard for me to trust anyone with my son, and even harder for my son to accept anyone but his mommy. As soon as he sees Jennifer his face lights up! She does amazing with activities based on child's ages and...
Lizbeth H.
A Home Away From Home Family Daycare
1075 Space Park Way 181, Mountain View, CA
5.0
(2)
Specializing in newborn to 5 years old. AP friendly, experience with cloth diapers and baby led weaning. Convenient location in Mountain View off of Shoreline Boulevard and 101 freeway.
My name is Christine and I am a mother to 2 boys, 14 years and 2 years. We live in Mountain View with my husband...
5.0
"My LO started with Christine at just 8 weeks old.
It was hard to trust a stranger with my baby, but what I really appreciated about Christine is how honest she is: she didn't sugar coat his experience, but let me know exactly how things were going.
Definitely felt...
Natalie Z.
Galileo Studio
227 N Murphy Ave, Sunnyvale, CA
5.0
(1)
Bi-Lingvo (Russian/English) Home Daycare for kids (2-7 yo) in downtown Sunnyvale emphasizes education with a Montessori approach.
5.0
"Great daycare for Russian speaking kids!
Children learn a lot (math, science, reading and writing in Russian, art classes, yoga, and many more), and they spend a lot of time outside as well. Combined with hot lunches which includes soups and other Russian...
Liz S.
5.0
(3)
We are an inclusive program for ALL students. Our program is a play-based preschool with a strong focus on school readiness. All our educators have their bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and we strive to teach our students independence, social skills, and academics all while they’re...
5.0
"I cannot say enough about the exceptional experience we've had with CLC Preschool. From day one, it was clear that the entire team, led by the wonderful director (Noor), genuinely cares about the total wellbeing of every child. My son has flourished in all aspects...
Care member
Violeta Daycare
19480 Richwood Ct 2, Cupertino, CA
5.0
(4)
5.0
"Very lovely daycare. Kids have fun, learn, and spend quality time in a very safe environment. Violeta goes above and beyond to make sure every child enjoys its stay there and parents feel comfortable while at work. I highly recommend it."
Miguel M.
REDWOODS INTER. MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN
2000 WOODSIDE ROAD, REDWOOD CITY, CA
Starting at $2400/mo
5.0
(4)
Located very close to the heart of Silicon Valley, The Redwoods International Montessori School, (TRIMONT) absorbs the vibrant culture of its international inhabitants. TRIMONT is a sanctuary of child centered calm in the midst of an ever changing, bustling and innovative world. The vision of...
5.0
"Like most kids born during the pandemic, our daughter didn’t have much interaction with other kids her age until she started school here. We have been so impressed with how the teachers got her comfortable within the environment and playing with the other kids....
Sydney M.
The Little Spanish Rabbit
1133 Stoneylake Ct., Sunnyvale, CA
5.0
(1)
The little Spanish Rabbit
Family Owned childcare program that is safe and nurturing
*CPR/First Aid Certified Staff
*Licensed by the State of California
*High Qualified and Experienced Staff
*Fresh home cooked meals
*Warm and Caring Atmosphere
*Clean and Safe environment *Bilingual...
Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori
4232 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
4.0
(2)
Our school is a Bilingual Montessori Preschool for age 2 years old to 6 years old, with a focus on each child s whole development: small/large motor skills, independence, focus, self-discipline, team work, socialization skills, grace/courtesy, environmental awareness, creative expression, innovative...
5.0
"This preschool has been the best decision ever for my kids. It is a little further away, but the education quality is worth the drive. They're learning Mandarin, Spanish, and English. The teachers are super caring, and the whole environment is warm and welcoming. I...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Stanford, CA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Stanford, CA?
Daycare centers near you in Stanford, 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 Stanford, CA?
Daycares near you in Stanford, 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 Stanford, CA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Stanford, 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 Stanford, CA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Stanford, 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.