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Building Kidz of Menlo Park
5.0
Owner has been in the game forever - I'd trust my child here over anything.
- Care member
ESPINOZA, YADIRA
5.0
Yadira communicates very well about child behavior and other developmental needs.
Teaches action songs, numbers and alphabets
There are activities based on different holidays or special days in the month. Day care has good amount of space for kids to play. Serves fresh meals and looks after kids as...
- Care member
Jennifer's Family Child Care
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 development. The place is sooo...
- Lizbeth H.
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
Rosita's Child Care
5.0
Maria is extremely nurturing. My daughter loves going there. She is close with her like a Grandma, she is like family to us. We are very blessed to have found Maria.
- Ashley B.
Drop-in child care in Atherton, CA
CCLC School Age at Las Lomitas Elementary
299 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Atherton, CA
We respect each child as an individual with unique qualities of personality, intelligence and creativity. Our highly trained and educated staff have set up an environment that is clean, fun, creative and most importantly "child centered." We feel an open line of communication between the center and...
Playschool
150 Watkins Ave, Atherton, CA
Playschool located at 150 Watkins Avenue, Atherton, CA operates Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 AM to 4 PM and specializes in children ages eighteen months to four years old. The school offers Toddlers, Preschool, Prekindergarten, Enrichment Care, Drop-In Care, and Summer Camp programs.
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.
5.0
(2)
Sandy's Child Care is a Spanish bilingual play-based program where children get to explore the world through child-centered learning. It is a "yes" space, where children are encouraged to pursue their interests and curiosities. In addition to free play and activities guided by the children's...
5.0
"She takes great care of the kids and is really responsive. The kids really enjoy going to her daycare!"
Hannah S.
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 is the best! She is caring, loving and has great patients with children."
Gaby
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
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...
Learning Nest Montessori Preschool
2321 JANE LANE, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA
At Learning Nest Montessori Preschool, we are passionately committed to cultivating a rich, nurturing environment where each child is empowered to explore, discover, and thrive at their own pace. Our thoughtfully designed Montessori-inspired curriculum is centered around fostering a deep love of...
At the heart of our center is a profound and sincere love for each and every child. We understand that nurturing is as essential as education, and we go the extra mile to provide a warm and caring environment where children feel cherished and valued.
Safari Kid provides more than preschool and toddler programs that encourage lifelong learning. We also offer enrichment in the form of after-school programs for children in kindergarten through 8th grade, including arrangements for transportation from their local school. Our summer camps combine...
Abejitas Montessori Early Learning Home - Licensed Daycare Facility
1352 Henderson Ave, MENLO PARK, CA
Starting at $1900/mo
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,...
CREATIVE LEARNING PRESCHOOL
3399 CSM DRIVE, SAN MATEO, CA
Creative Learning Preschool is located in San Mateo, CA.
Our address is
3399 CSM Dr. San Mateo
CA 94402
We care for students from ages 2-6.
The teacher to student ratio is low-5 to 1.
Our curriculum is
play and fundamental education based: early reading, word recognition, geometrical shape...
Little Troopers is your home away from home. Since 2009 at Little Troopers Child Care, we have committed to spirited learning, growth, development, and fun. We devote ourselves to providing an environment filled with love, understanding, good humor, adventure, and a diversity of learning activities....
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...
FIRST SCHOOL
625 HAMILTON AVENUE, PALO ALTO, CA
At First School our experienced family of teachers nurture our community of children with engaging curriculum including social and emotional and play based learning. Our ratio of 1 to 5 allows each teacher to work closely with children as they grow and learn from each other in a mixed classroom...
Tikiland Daycare & Preschool
3181 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA
Tikiland is a new Daycare & Preschool offers two programs: a preschool program for children ages 2-5 and an infant program for children 6 weeks - 2 years. Tikiland is the perfect hybrid between Montessori and play based learning. At Tikiland we believe that children need to spend lots of time...
5.0
(3)
5.0
"She is an amazing provider, and I highly recommend her."
Hannah S.
Feeling Good Daycare
1623 Van Buren St, San Mateo, CA
4.8
(5)
I am willing to offer you the service of my Daycare (Feeling Good) in case you work or live around the San Mateo Area. He/She will be provided with great care and learning Spanish (optional) at the same time, then pick him/her up whenever you are free. I am currently caring a child of 11 months old....
5.0
"I wasnt able to get child care from her however she is so very sweet and helpful. I had called her because I needed a daycare for me 2 month old infant. Although she had no spots available she referred me to someone she highly recommended. I can tell you out of the...
Asi A.
Little Hands - A Parent Child Center
1300 5th Ave, Belmont, CA
"Our mission is to provide a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for parents and their children to learn and grow together. Babies, toddlers and young preschoolers are invited to play, learn and explore stations throughout the school. Toys and weekly activities are specifically selected for...
Kathleen's Daycare
1086 S. Spinger Rd., Los Altos, CA
We are a home daycare with three caregivers that provide lunch and pick-ups/drop-offs at the local schools.
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How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Atherton, CA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Atherton, CA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.
What should I expect when I drop my child off at a drop-in child care center near me in Atherton, CA?
When you drop your child off near you in Atherton, CA, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!
Are there any special considerations I need to be aware of when using drop-in child care near me in Atherton, CA?
Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Atherton, CA you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.
What times are available for drop-in child care in Atherton, CA?
Drop-in child care hours in Atherton, CA will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.