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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Gardena, CA

Stepping Stone Family Day Care

5.0

My daughter attends this daycare and loves it. She's become good friends with the other babies and toddlers, and is always happy when we pick her up. Since she has been there she has exhibited a ton of new skills that are advanced for her current age. I like that the number of children this daycare...

- Niara S.

Angel Wings Family Child Care

5.0

I absolutely Love ms AJ!! She goes above and beyond and cares for my daughter like she is her own. She's full of tender love and care most of all she is dependable!! Which I've struggled so hard to find in a day care provider.

- Sade M

Salzar Family Child Care

5.0

We absolutely love Maria. She is such a wonderful sitter that watched our little boy for about 2 years. I always felt like he was in a safe place and loves the open communication between her and I. Thank you so much for helping me care for my little boy Maria!

- Mayra S.

Silva Family Child Care

5.0

My toddler daughter loved her time at Silva Family Child Care (we no longer live in the area but will return on future visits!). She was so well cared for and guided by the teachers. I saw how much she learned from them and from playing with the other children. She cared greatly for the teachers...

- Kelly A.

LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

5.0

My daughter has been there since she was 2 it’s a great school she used to be shy now she is very comfortable around other people!

- Tonie H.

Drop-in daycares in Gardena, CA

Glover-rosales Family Child Care

Glover-rosales Family Child Care

Orchard Ave 145th, Gardena, CA

Glover's Family Child Care has been operator since May 2013. Our goal is to provide your child with a clean, safe, comfortable and fun environment, where they can play, build with blocks, sing, dance, listen to music, learn arts and crafts, math, different language, basic grammar and handwriting,...

Neu Growth Childcare

Neu Growth Childcare

1063 West 132nd St, Gardena, CA

Our program is specialize towards student athletes, by providing a safe and nurturing home style environment for children with an emphasis on educational growth. Our goal is to help children enhance their social, emotional, and behavioral skills that will mold their future. We also have a sports...

Humble Hearts Family Childcare

Humble Hearts Family Childcare

13331 Gramercy Place, Gardena, CA

Humble Hearts Family Childcare is a licensed family childcare home that serves children ages 4 weeks -- 12 years of age. Our program is unique in that we function similar to a preschool center with our competitive curriculum, extended hours, and other amenities, but still have the warm, loving...

Smith's Family Child Care

Smith's Family Child Care

17220 S Hoover St, Gardena, CA

We here at Smith's Family Child Care have been experienced in Child Care for the past 18 years. We strive to provide the absolute best for your child and make them feel comfortable. We help in any aspect we can with your child(s) like potty training, homework, ect. We prepare healthy meals every...

Jamison's child care was established in 1979. We offer a fun loving academic program for preschoolers, infants and toddlers. Our program offers age appropriate curriculum and we strive to enhance social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. We offer nutritious meals and snacks. we also...

Karin's Day Care

14621 Halldale Ave, Gardena, CA

Karin's Day Care Fun and Learning Every Day Over 39 years in the day care business Ages 0 - 12 yr

JOY CHILD CARE

17923 S. Denker Ave., Gardena, CA

Family home daycare with a huge backyard and large rooms full of fun and educational toys. I have over 7 years of experience working with infants and toddlers. There is also another experienced teacher who cares for the children as well. Our daycare promotes cognitive, social, and emotional...

RISING STARS ACADEMY Gardena

762 W 130th Street, GARDENA, CA


Stepping Stone Family Day Care

Stepping Stone Family Day Care

9231 S. 7th Avenue, Inglewood, CA

5.0

(25)

Stepping Stone Family Day Care is a Stepping Stone for children 2 1/2 months to 4 years old. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. At Stepping Stone FDC, we feel the focus of your child's experience here should be the development of his/her social and interactive skills, with...
5.0
"My daughter attends this daycare and loves it. She's become good friends with the other babies and toddlers, and is always happy when we pick her up. Since she has been there she has exhibited a ton of new skills that are advanced for her current age. I like that...

Niara S.


Angel Wings Family Child Care

Angel Wings Family Child Care

1725 W. 81 St ST, Los Angeles, CA

3.7

(3)

Licensed Family Child Care !!!!!!! Here to Provide You With Safe and Loving Child Care !! Infants to 12 Yrs Old, Hi, my name is Ms. AJ, at Angel Wings Family Care here in Los Angeles. If you are looking for loving, safe and a happy environment for your child, well I'm the one for you. My hours...
5.0
"I absolutely Love ms AJ!! She goes above and beyond and cares for my daughter like she is her own. She's full of tender love and care most of all she is dependable!! Which I've struggled so hard to find in a day care provider."

Sade M


Salzar Family Child Care

Salzar Family Child Care

8430 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi, My name is Maria and I offer 24 hours 7 days a week, ages 0-12. I have 12 years of experience with young children and I am a pre-school teacher.
5.0
"We absolutely love Maria. She is such a wonderful sitter that watched our little boy for about 2 years. I always felt like he was in a safe place and loves the open communication between her and I. Thank you so much for helping me care for my little boy Maria!"

Mayra S.


Silva Family Child Care

Silva Family Child Care

13540 Cowley Ave., Bellflower, CA

3.7

(3)

Silva Family Child Care would love to welcome you and your child. We are a state approved licensed facility since 2014. Marina Silva is the director and certified teacher with over 15 year of child care experience. Our doors are open to Infants, Toddlers, and school age children of all...
5.0
"My son has been attending since he was 4 months. I love the attention he gets from the staff. They are caring towards all the children and my son is extremely happy when he sees all of them. That puts me at ease. The staff is wonderful. I am happy I found this...

Michelle C


LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

18419 S. AVALON BLVD, CARSON, CA

5.0

(1)

Little Angels mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, creative, stimulating, and sanitary environment in which our children can grow spiritually, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Little Angels Preschool is dedicated to providing quality services that support and contribute to the...
5.0
"My daughter has been there since she was 2 it’s a great school she used to be shy now she is very comfortable around other people!"

Tonie H.


Maris Sea Side Family Child Care

Maris Sea Side Family Child Care

1227 E 76th St, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

I am a teacher who decided to open her own business. I have 11 years of experience working with children. I have my teacher permit and my home is licensed to take care of children. I love working with children! Children need a loving place where they can be themselves! My child care is that place!...
5.0
"Home is very comfy and enough space for child to play. There's areas child can use to play and enhance there development."

Bettie C.


Ruiz And Rivera Family Child Care

Ruiz And Rivera Family Child Care

3910 Southern Ave., South Gate, CA

5.0

(1)

At Ruiz and Rivera FCC, our philosophy is provide quality care by creating a safe, clean, loving environment in order to help your child reach their highest potential. We believe children should grow and learn at their own pace and therefore we encourage both learning though play and structured...
5.0
"My child just started today but through the entire day the teachers have kept me well informed. They've sent pictures and have just kept me in the loop!!!"

DENISE A


Rb Kids Llc

Rb Kids Llc

1923 Pullman Lane, Redondo Beach, CA

5.0

(1)

I am a small infant daycare that provides cozy, personal service to you and your child. We specialize in first time mommies who need to go back to work and are looking two pairs of loving arms. I am fully licensed and keep my maximum amount of babies at 4. I offer teachers special rates and deals. I...
5.0
"Great home daycare! My daughter is thriving and happy here. :)"

Karin N.


Precious Little Heartbeat Family Child Care Home

Precious Little Heartbeat Family Child Care Home

1238 E. 33rd St., Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

Precious Little Heartbeat Family Child Care is a 24-hours 7-days a week childcare home in the heart of Los Angeles, California. We provide high quality childcare service for up to 14 children ages 6 weeks up to 10 years old. Our child care is family owned and managed (no outside workers). We provide...
5.0
"Precious Little heartbeats is an amazing environment were children can engage with developmentally appropriate activities and material. Verlinda and Micaela are dedicated to providing children with love, nurturing, and many fun hands on learning activities."

Anthony P.


Marla D. Family Daycare

Marla D. Family Daycare

25511 President Avenue, Harbor City, CA

5.0

(4)

Licensed childcare in my home for infants to school-age kids. I offer pick-up from the local Elementary school in Torrance. I offer a very lightly structured program with plenty of free play both inside and outside. Full and part-time care provided included meals. I include an educational...
5.0
"The first time I left my newborn with anyone besides my husband was when I went to do a "tryout" with Marla. That was in 2002, and where our son spent the first two years of his life while we worked during the day. He was always happy to go to the loving home...

Shari L


Mother Daughter Family Daycare

Mother Daughter Family Daycare

5115 7th Ave, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(11)

Hours: 24 hours (offering evening, weekend, and night care) Children are our business. Hardworking corporate mom to stay at home mom. Understanding how difficult it can be for parents to choose a safe haven for their children, I am here to offer just that. As a mom of two, I understand the...
5.0
"My daughter comes home super happy everyday! Lol Love this provider: professional, caring and affordable."

Shani B.


Daila's Land Child Care

Daila's Land Child Care

1947 Leighton Ave, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello my name is Candida. I'm 26 years old. I currently have an A.A in Child Development. I have currently relocated to a bigger Family Child Care in a calm area. I'm a big believer that children learn through play. As I also believe they play in the Montessori Methods of learning. When children...
5.0
"After visiting several highly rated family child care centers in the area, both my husband and I felt immediately at ease with Ms. Candice, who runs and operates Daila's Land Family Child Care. Ms. Candice's home is beautiful, clean, and safely organized for young...

Valerie P.


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