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Learning Nest Montessori Preschool
5.0
They have a very dedicated staff. Very clean. Also very structured, kids are always busy. We are very happy there.
- Shubhra G.
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.
ELAN PRESCHOOL
5.0
My son started when he was two and he went until he transitioned to kinder. The teachers are very available and have learned about child psychology and they care about each individual child. The do not see every kid with the same angle and they move kids to higher grades if they feel they are...
- Sharayu ..
Miss Karen's Learn & Care Preschool
5.0
Sending our firstborn off to preschool was nerve wracking for us as parents at first. But after finding Miss Karen's preschool and our daughter settling in there, we have total confidence that we made the right choice. I have nothing but great things to say about Miss Karen and her classroom, and my...
- Lynnae W.
"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.
Drop-in child care in Mountain View, CA
Learning Nest Montessori Preschool
2321 JANE LANE, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"They have a great reputation. They have many kids that have stayed through the years. They have also added new additions. I highly recommend!"
Zoisa A.
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 one of most caring and trustworthy caregiver I know. She is very creative and keep the kids busy. She is very professional and nurturing with babies. My one year old is very happy anytime Jennifer takes care of him. She provides a variety of activities...
Rhina O.
5.0
(1)
When one thinks of what a preschool entails, they immediately think of the curriculum or available open hours. That can be said of any school. However, at Elan Preschool, we also specialize in ensuring that your child is happy, healthy, and ready to succeed as an individual and group member. Along...
5.0
"My son started when he was two and he went until he transitioned to kinder. The teachers are very available and have learned about child psychology and they care about each individual child. The do not see every kid with the same angle and they move kids to higher...
Sharayu ..
Miss Karen's Learn & Care Preschool
565 Robin Dr., Santa Clara, CA
4.6
(10)
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,...
5.0
"Miss Karen is amazing. Trust is the first thing when I think about her; and that's why I sent my daughter to her school for 3 years until she went to Kindergarden. We were welcomed and treated very well. My daughter loved going to school, and always talked about...
Dung T
"ET" Kids!
5083 Country Lane, San Jose, CA
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
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
"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...
Jennifer W.
Tikiland Daycare & Preschool
3181 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA
5.0
(6)
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
"Dear Parents,
If you’re looking for a warm, loving, and reliable daycare that feels like an extension of home, I can’t recommend Tikiland Daycare & Preschool enough. Our family has been part of Tikiland for years, and we are so grateful for the incredible care they...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"We found Emc 2 kids last summer when my daughter needed care. She attended a walk in center at the time, and I was really not happy with them. I was very stressed, and my coworker recommended EMC 2 kids. From the first time I called the owner has been so friendly...
ana C.
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.
5.0
(5)
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...
5.0
"I’ve known the owner of Kinderhaus for a number of years. She is warm and considerate person who takes her job very seriously. I would recommend her to take care of your children."
Care member
5.0
(7)
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...
5.0
"Highly recommend little ones daycare, mahogony the care provider was extremely professional, clean, and went above and beyond to make sure my baby was well tooken care of and was great at communicating with me at all times. She sent photos, videos, and kept me up...
Care member
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...
Building Kidz of Palo Alto South
569 San Antonio Rd, PALO ALTO, CA
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...
Building Kidz of Menlo Park
490 WILLOW ROAD, MENLO PARK, CA
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...
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...
Building Kidz of Fremont at Warm Springs - NOW OPEN! Call for Grand Opening Discounts!
702 Brown Rd, FREMONT, CA
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and...
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...
Happy Hearts Childcare
1225 Vienna Dr. 251, Sunnyvale, CA
Happy Hearts Childcare is a play-based, hands-on learning facility. We love to play, learn and have fun in a small environment with lots of personal attention! Although we are a play-based daycare, your child will develop gross and fine motor skills, critical and cognitive thinking, social &...
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...
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...
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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Mountain View, CA
How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Mountain View, CA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Mountain View, 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 Mountain View, CA?
When you drop your child off near you in Mountain View, 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 Mountain View, 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 Mountain View, 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 Mountain View, CA?
Drop-in child care hours in Mountain View, 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.
Ratings for Mountain View, CA drop-in child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Drop-In Child Care in Mountain View, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 46 listed drop-in child care.