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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Saratoga, CA

ALOHA MONTESSORI

5.0

Aloha Montessori is truly a special place for children to grow and thrive. We enrolled our son at Aloha after leaving a large center preschool that left us feeling like our child was a number in a system. We were looking for a place where our child would be supported and loved as he develops into...

- Care member

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.

Kinderhaus Childcare

5.0

I would happily give Kinderhaus a 5. I have 3 children, (a daughter and twin boys) which all attended Kinderhaus from 2014 until 2019 starting from the age of 1 year old. Kinderhaus supported a very play based development where my kids strived and learned a lot during that time. The kids still can...

- Stephanie N.

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.

Little ones daycare

5.0

I definitely recommend Little Ones Daycare! Mahogany is great with kids and it’s been a great experience!

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Drop-in child care in Saratoga, CA

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....

ALOHA MONTESSORI

ALOHA MONTESSORI

995 APRICOT AVENUE, CAMPBELL, CA

5.0

(2)

Finding the right preschool for your child can be challenging and overwhelming. The first school they go to will shape their learning future. This is why, at Aloha Montessori, we believe in partnering with families to give children the best first transition out of the home. At Aloha, we "honor the...
5.0
"Aloha Montessori is a gem. I would like to start by pointing out that this preschool offers something no other preschool I know of does - weekly swim lessons with trained staff members at Maki Swim, which has been a neighborhood institution for years. The...

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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
"Our 2 year old son have been going to Diane's daycare for almost a year and we LOVE Diane. Our son adores her too. She does such a wonderful job with all of the kids she cares for. We couldn't ask for anyone better! She is so sweet to our son. He likes his...

Jenn R.


Kinderhaus Childcare

Kinderhaus Childcare

1649 Eagle Drive, SUNNYVALE, CA

Starting at $2550/mo

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."

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Jennifer's Family Child Care

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.


Little ones daycare

Little ones daycare

Warburton Ave, SANTA CLARA, CA

Starting at $1450/mo

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
"This daycare has the most amazing and patient provider. I love how she always informs me about my son’s day at pick up time. Great play area, and I also really appreciate the fact that she keeps the place very clean. I can’t thank you enough!"

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"ET" Kids!

"ET" Kids!

5083 Country Lane, San Jose, CA

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,...

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...

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,...

SAFARI KID - SUNNYVALE

SAFARI KID - SUNNYVALE

1271 WEST EL CAMINO REAL, SUNNYVALE, CA

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

KidsPark,Inc.

2858 Stevens Creek Blvd, Suite 100, San Jose, CA

Our hourly childcare centers are for preschool and school age children. We are a unique childcare solution that offers a safe and fun play space that is available without reservations so you can drop in days, evenings and weekends whenever you need childcare.

St. Simon MOPS Group

1860 Grant Rd, Los Altos, CA

We are a MOPS (Moms of Preschoolers) group located at St. Simon Catholic Church in Los Altos, CA. We meet the 2nd Tuesday or every month and are looking for babysitters during our meetings from 9am-11:30am. The kids that attend the MOPS meetings are ages 0-5, with an occasional older sibling when...

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