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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Lafayette, CA

Golden Step Childcare & Preschool

5.0

My 3yr old currently attends Golden Step Preschool and our 2yr old will be joining in February 2023. We are so impressed with how thoughtful Nana is with her program. From learning to activities, Blake is always consumed with interesting and fun things to do. With joining just over a year ago, we...

- Jesseca N.

The Elie House

5.0

We love Poppy and continue to recommend The Elie House to friends and family. I have high expectations with childcare as I was a provider for 10 years and Poppy is loving, kind and truly cares about each child’s development.

- Care member

A To Z Discovery Childcare And Preschool

5.0

References are available upon request

- Alla A.

Happylia Kids

5.0

Our daughter was one of the first kids to attend Happylia. It's been just over a year and we are loving it. She was 5 months old when she started and has learned and developed so much in her time there. We are so happy we found happylia. The care options are flexible and Mana works to make sure each...

- Jolie M.

Miles Of Smiles Child Daycare And Preschool

5.0

Biana and her team are absolutely amazing! In the process of interviewing various daycares, my wife and I felt a warm and welcoming feeling with them and found that to be the same in their service. They have taken amazing care of our infant son and treat him like a king. I highly recommend them...

- Tim B.

Drop-in daycares in Lafayette, CA

Just Like Home Child Care

Just Like Home Child Care

5 Shreve Lane, Lafayette, CA

I love caring for children. As a tutor, nanny, and mother of three, I have grown to love and appreciate the pure innocence, endless energy, and wondrous curiosity that only small children have. They challenge me, they make me think, they keep me young, and most of all, they make me laugh. I take...

Roughing It Day Camp

Roughing It Day Camp

936 Dewing Avenue Suite G, Lafayette, CA

Roughing It is a Traditional All Outdoors Summer Day Camp for girls and boys aged Pre-K -16 at the Lafayette Reservoir. Since 1972, Roughing It Day Camp has been creating summer memories and we are celebrating our 45th year this summer. Campers at our 4&8 Week Day Camp are grouped by grade and...

De Colores Daycare

De Colores Daycare

1032 2nd St, Lafayette, CA


Roughing It offers a traditional camp curriculum that emphasizes positive growth and self esteem. Campers look to the tremendous staff at Roughing It as role models and that is why we hold our staff to the very highest standards. With the help of staff, the camp program instills team work,...

Bellavita

956 Janet Lane, Lafayette, CA

I'm a warm loving single mother living in a beautiful home in Lafayette; where I'm allowed to care for a two more children. The yard is massive with a trampoline. I believe life is big....long....and beautiful and I enjoy being playful, warm, loving and nurturing. I do this well. The landlord trust...

Lafayette Nursery School

979 1st St, Lafayette, CA

Lafayette Nursery School - The biggest difference between us and most of the other schools you'll find in the area is that we're a parent cooperative. That means this is your school as much as your child's. You will participate in the classroom and give your energy and ideas to it. You'll play as...

Adventure Day Camp

3527 Mt. Diablo Blvd. #241, Lafayette, CA

Adventure Day Camp located in Lafayette, CA is a traditional summer day camp that offers a welcoming, lively, safe, positive, and diverse environment. The camp is ACA accredited and their summer camp program exposes campers to a variety of challenging and exciting activities.

Golden Step Childcare & Preschool

Golden Step Childcare & Preschool

3710 Hobby Ct, Concord, CA

5.0

(5)

My name is Nahid (Nana) director of Golden Step Childcare and I'm a licensed in-home family childcare provider in Concord by the State of California, CPR, First Aid Certified. We are in a very good location with a safe environment, we are close to Concord Community Park and Bart Station. At Golden...
5.0
"We were so fortunate to have found Nahid when we moved to Concord! Our 2.5 year old son is having such an amazing experience since joining Golden Step. Nahid is extremely gifted in her skill set with kids and creates a warm, loving and exciting environment for...

Tonja S.


The Elie House

The Elie House

Lila Del Court, Concord, CA

5.0

(3)

The love & attentive care of a nanny, developmental & interactive benefits of a preschool & the comfortable atmosphere of a home. At The ELIE (Early Language Immersion & Enrichment) House, children enjoy a relaxed routine in a loving family-style environment with tons of rich conversation, lots of...
5.0
"We love Poppy and continue to recommend The Elie House to friends and family. I have high expectations with childcare as I was a provider for 10 years and Poppy is loving, kind and truly cares about each child’s development. "

Care member


A To Z Discovery Childcare And Preschool

A To Z Discovery Childcare And Preschool

Las Ramblas Drive, Concord, CA

5.0

(1)

License # 073408390 Best in American and European Childcare traditions Full time, part time, drop in, back up care Excellent local references Loving and attentive care for infants; daily reports to parents Interactive preschool program with weekly themes Bi-lingual and stimulating environment...
5.0
"References are available upon request"

Alla A.


Happylia Kids

Happylia Kids

1429 Saint James Parkway, Concord, CA

5.0

(1)

Our goal at Mana's Montessori Preschool and Child Care (formerly known as Happylia Kids) is to prepare children for the next stage of their lives through the development of motor abilities, thinking skills, and healthy interactions with their peers.
5.0
"Our daughter was one of the first kids to attend Happylia. It's been just over a year and we are loving it. She was 5 months old when she started and has learned and developed so much in her time there. We are so happy we found happylia. The care options are...

Jolie M.


4.8

(18)

Our home is designed to provide both a nurturing home atmosphere along with large dedicated areas for the children to actively learn and play in a stimulating environment with spacious rooms rich in color giving each child an exciting world full of opportunities to explore, learn, and grow....
5.0
"Five stars for our very first daycare experience! Miles of Smiles was my first daycare experience for my little infant boy. He was only 3.5 months when he started at Biana's daycare/preschool. I was so nervous to leave my baby anywhere but that quickly resolved...

Noel H.


Soana Lauti Daycare

Soana Lauti Daycare

3735 Laguna Avenue, Oakland, CA

5.0

(3)

I have been a licensed daycare provider for over 10 yrs. I do offer a preschool curriculum in a small learning pod environment for ages 2-4 yrs old. This allows children to have a personal learning experience and plenty of 1 on 1 time with staff. We also do arts and crafts on some days, take walks...
5.0
"Soana and her family are simply the best! My baby girl started at Soana's when she was 1 year old and only left because we moved out of the area when she was almost 2.5 years old. She loved Soana's! She would get so excited in the car ride there, jump out of my...

Jessica C


Zari's Preschool & Child Care

Zari's Preschool & Child Care

1940 Risdon Road, Concord, CA

5.0

(2)

At Zari's Preschool & Child Care (with 28 yrs. experience and teaching certification) we strive to provide a secure, happy, and enriching environment that responds to today's growing need of working parents for the kind of excellent preschool / childcare that fosters peace of mind. Our belief is...
5.0
"When we relocated to California from Florida, Zari's was the first place we visited. After that, we did not interview anyone else. She was wonderful to our son and 4 months later we had a daughter and she cared for her too. Our son was diagnosed with autism and she...

Andrea N.


Frances' Child Care

Frances' Child Care

5108 Brookside Court, Concord, CA

4.1

(13)

Small family home child care providing care to children ages 6 weeks old to 10 years old Monday to Friday 7am-6pm; weekend & evening child care service also available upon request & based on availability. We provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, & beverages. Activities include circle time, practicing...
5.0
"I would recommend Frances' Child Care to those who like small day care group settings with various ages of children. Her day care is very clean and tidy. She's very friendly not only to me but the children love her. I appreciate the birthday parties, holiday...

KT


Little Birds Nest Home Daycare

Little Birds Nest Home Daycare

271 St. Christopher Drive, Danville, CA

3.0

(2)

Little Birds Nest Home Daycare is a California-licensed small family daycare. I know that finding that right daycare for your child can be stressful, and discovering the right daycare can give you a peace of mind that your child with be well cared for, and overall rewarding experience for you and...
5.0
"Badri has been a part of our lives for over 5 years. Our oldest started with her when he was a year old, and she has been the caregiver of the two that followed. Badri has been an amazing presence in our lives, and we have never doubted the love she has for our...

Sheri M.


Naeemehs Childcare

Naeemehs Childcare

909 Santa Lucia St, Pleasant Hill, CA

Hi My name is Nasrin and I am an in home daycare provider in pleasant hill, CA. I would love to have the opportunity to work with your family and to care for your most valued possession. I am dedicated and motivated. I love children and it shows within my work. I m state certified and licensed....

Beginner's Nook Preschool/daycare

Beginner's Nook Preschool/daycare

3019 Laurence Ct, Concord, CA

Beginner's Nook Preschool offers an extraordinary educational program that motivates young learners, and build their foundation to succeed in a rapidly changing society. It is our mission to ensure that each child develops the basic necessary knowledge and skills for their continuing success as...

The Learning Forest

The Learning Forest

3985 Majestic Drive, Concord, CA

Greetings, peace, shalom Families! We are The Learning Forest Academy in Concord, CA. Our program gives children ages 12 months through school-age enriching opportunities to develop the whole child. We focus on learning through both child-directed play experiences and curriculum time. We believe...

Driver For Kids

Driver For Kids

1240 Monument Blvd., Concord, CA

Ride for kids in Concord, Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek, CA.

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