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"ET" Kids!

5.0

My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!

- Tina H.

Diane's Daycare

5.0

After 1 1/2 years of searching in frustration for a quality in-home child care provider for my 3 year old son, a very reputable source recommended Diane's Daycare. I am now a firm believer that research and referrals are of upmost importance when searching for quality child care. From our 1st...

- Jennifer W.

Learning Ladder Home daycare

5.0

Our daughter started at Leaning Ladder when she was 3 months old. Katherine's home is clean and the children in her care are well cared for. We've been very pleased with the open communication and care that Katherine has provided. She truly loves children and is willing to solve problems creatively...

- Care member

Drop-in child care in Los Gatos, CA

APJCC Summer Camp

14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos, CA

APJCC Summer Camp offers a traditional summer day camp experience as well as a variety of specialty camps. We offer programs for children from 18 months old through 16 years old. Preschool age children participate in the summer session of our licensed preschool program, while CIT programs and...

5.0

(1)

We are passionate about family! Each family is valued and each child is valued as an individual. I have over 35 years' experience and my partner has 15. We are committed to each child's growth building trust, joy and happiness through play, cooking, academics, field trips, parks, libraries, art,...
5.0
"My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!"

Tina H.


Diane's Daycare

Diane's Daycare

2389 Woodland Ave, San Jose, CA

5.0

(5)

Welcome to Diane's Daycare. My love is to provide your children with a safe, healthy, and home environment that fosters growth. I have been providing home daycare for my parents for over 20 years. Co-parenting is my underlying philosophy behind my passion for providing daycare. I work with...
5.0
"Diane's Daycare was my son's first experience outside of our home and amongst his peers. First off, Diane had an incredibly acute understanding of toddlers' developmental needs, and was able to meet our family where we were at in terms of getting to know my son,...

John M.


Learning Ladder Home daycare

Learning Ladder Home daycare

21869 oakview lane, CUPERTINO, CA

Starting at $575/mo

5.0

(2)

Nourishing minds and palates: Bilingual care with chef-inspired cuisine! play based environment
5.0
"Our daughter started at Leaning Ladder when she was 3 months old. Katherine's home is clean and the children in her care are well cared for. We've been very pleased with the open communication and care that Katherine has provided. She truly loves children and is...

Care member


Diane's Home Care

Diane's Home Care

1291 N 1st St., San Jose, CA

I am a stay at home mom of a three year old girl. I can care for up to two children toddler to preschool age. My daughter loves the company of other children and as an only child she is most happiest to have someone to play with during the day. I can care for children while their parents are at...

Smiling faces home daycare

Smiling faces home daycare

Maroel Drive, San Jose, CA

Hello Parents, I am a CPR/First Aid Licensed home daycare provider, i am running a small family home daycare in West San Jose, 95130. I have been caring for kids ages 3months - 2 years since 2017. I believe in building long tern relationship with the kids i care and the families. I accept kids from...

Miss Karen's Learn & Care Preschool

Miss Karen's Learn & Care Preschool

565 Robin Dr., Santa Clara, CA

I've been a childcare provider for 30+ years and have worked with hundreds of preschool and school-aged children. I have taught at public and private preschools, public elementary schools, and family daycare centers including Santa Clara Unified schools, Bowers, Washington Open, Wilson,...

CANYON HEIGHTS ACADEMY

CANYON HEIGHTS ACADEMY

775 WALDO ROAD, CAMPBELL, CA

Starting at $2000/mo

Canyon Heights Academy is a private, independent, unapologetically Catholic school in Campbell, California for students from the age of 18 months (Early Montessori program) all the way through Grade 8. **Part-time schedule for Early Montessori (18mo to 3 yr) and Preschool is M, W, F only** We...

Butterflies Academy

Butterflies Academy

14103 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga, CA

Butterflies Academy is a non-profit preschool in Saratoga. To learn more about our program and read our clients reviews, please visit our Facebook and Google pages: Google: https://goo.gl/mpTW34 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/butterfliesacademy/ References available upon request....

Building Kidz of Santa Clara

Building Kidz of Santa Clara

1500 Los Padres Blvd. Suite 110 & 111, SANTA CLARA, CA

We are part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing high-quality age-appropriate childcare services for Infant, Toddler and Preschooler. It is our philosophy in our preschool programs to develop the “whole child“. We create an age-appropriate environment where children are...

EMC 2 Kids Academy

EMC 2 Kids Academy

4953 Stevens Creek BLVD, SANTA CLARA, CA

Starting at $1300/mo

Are you looking for Part Time Bilingual (Spanish / English) Child Care, Pre-K, Kindergarten, After School Care, and Supplemental program, EMC2 Kids Academy is now accepting applications for their amazing Santa Clara location! Located on Steven Creek Blvd just down the street from the new Apple HQ...

KidsPark, Inc.

KidsPark, Inc.

5440 Thornwood Dr, San Jose, CA

Hourly Care On your own schedule. Come when you need us days, evenings and weekends. For young children new to childcare, keep your first visits short till they are comfortable with the routine. Back-up Care Be prepared. Come for a tour and register so you are ready if there is a...

Ladybug's Day Care

Ladybug's Day Care

3412 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, CA

Hello! My name is Kari. I am 30 years old. I have been around kids my whole life, as I am the oldest of 8! I have been babysitting since I was in middle school. I went to college to be a preschool teacher but ended up in the world of Ophthalmology as a Surgery Coordinator and technician instead. I...

Learn And Play Montessori School - Sunnyvale

Learn And Play Montessori School - Sunnyvale

1055 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd., SUNNYVALE, CA

Starting at $2395/mo

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,...

Kinderhaus Childcare

Kinderhaus Childcare

1649 Eagle Drive, SUNNYVALE, CA

Starting at $2550/mo

We strive to offer a home environment in which we nurture the individuality of the growing child. The Kinderhaus home-based curriculum was created for the child to learn through play, imagination, singing, movement, arts and stories in the most natural setting. In addition, Kinderhaus offers a...

SAFARI KID

SAFARI KID

20100 STEVENS CREEK BLVD, CUPERTINO, TX

Starting at $1600/mo

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...

Little ones daycare

Little ones daycare

Warburton Ave, SANTA CLARA, CA

Starting at $1450/mo

I have a very clean, loving and cheerful home with lots of backyard space and fun toys for all ages. Some of the things i enjoy doing are arts and crafts, reading circle, and outdoor play time. I am CPR and first aid certified and i have been working in this profession for 8 years. I absolutely...

Hearts & Hands Christian Preschool

Hearts & Hands Christian Preschool

1353 W. Hedding Street, San Jose, CA

Hearts & Hands seeks to minister to the many families in this region with high quality preschools at affordable prices. Our preschools are open to every family in the community to use. We are committed to being safe, loving and excellent. We want our students to have a fun and rewarding time...

Foxworthy Kindercare

Foxworthy Kindercare

1081 Foxworthy Avenue, SAN JOSE, CA

Welcome to Foxworthy KinderCare in San Jose, California! Our center is located five minutes from the Almaden Expressway. We are passionate about every child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. We believe it takes a village to raise a child; our parents consider us as an extension of...

Happy Times Day Care

1671 Jacob Ave, San Jose, CA

Happy times day care is managed by Rakhi a former teacher with 28 years of experience. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is served daily. happy kids, happy parents, safe, flexible,extended hours, pickup & drop off available. Rakhi is CPR & First aid certified.Our Special: Free one day per month for the...

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