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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Pacifica, CA

Little Dinos Family Childcare

5.0

We would highly recommend Little Dinos! Our almost 2yo daughter has been enrolled for about six months. At first we were a bit apprehensive about daycare (pandemic, first time parents, etc.) but Nguyet was so professional, careful, and warm. Nguyet takes the COVID precautions very seriously. The...

- Suki C

Happy Child Family Daycare

5.0

This is a great group of teachers. Kind, loving, with good attention to detail. They keep a well cleaned home, and take the kids to the park a ton. Very happy having our 19 month old here.

- Benjamin M.

Marie's Angels Daycare

5.0

I have two children at Rose's daycare and they both love it there! My eldest was one of the first to join 3 years ago. There was no doubt in my mind when my second son was born that he would also be under her care. She is passionate about teaching and is evident as the kids continue to sing, dance,...

- Clarisse G.

Norita's Casita Family Daycare

5.0

Nora is an amazing caregiver, and we were so lucky to have our son in her daycare from 10 months until almost 2 years old (when we left the Bay Area). The saddest part of our move was losing Nora! She is loving and patient, and provided great support in transitioning to solid food. We appreciated...

- Care member

The Learning Tree Daycare

5.0

Jessica is a very talented, patient and kind caregiver. She has been the full time nanny to my daughter (and another little girl) since age 3 months. My husband and I have total trust in Jessica's ability to care for our daughter. She is responsive, flexible, and easy to work with. I highly...

- Julie H.

Drop-in daycares in Pacifica, CA

Little Dinos Family Childcare

Little Dinos Family Childcare

600 Niagara Ave, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

My name is Nguyet Torres. I am an Associate Teacher in Early Childhood Education. We are a small family owned and operated daycare. A flexible schedule and convenience location. A clean and safe environment. We provide balanced, healthy meals. Opening from birth to 4 years old. Nurturing...
5.0
"We would highly recommend Little Dinos! Our almost 2yo daughter has been enrolled for about six months. At first we were a bit apprehensive about daycare (pandemic, first time parents, etc.) but Nguyet was so professional, careful, and warm. Nguyet takes the COVID...

Suki C


Happy Child Family Daycare

Happy Child Family Daycare

730 Paris Street, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(4)

Happy Child Family Daycare is a licensed and insured, bilingual childcare provider in San Francisco. We offer early childcare programs for 3 months to 3 years old children. We teach Mandarin and English. Children are encouraged to learn from a variety of play activities, dance and music classes, and...
5.0
"My daughter started at happy child family day care at 3.5 months. What I loved about her daycare vs others we viewed was that the facility was clean and uncluttered. It was a calming place for my daughter to grow. Gloria and her mom are incredibly caring and...

Corinne W.


Marie's Angels Daycare

Marie's Angels Daycare

61 Crestwood Dr 22, Daly City, CA

5.0

(7)

Marie's Angels Daycare is a licensed Montessori child daycare with a maximum capacity of 8 children. Our ratio is one teacher to 6 children. The owner-teacher is a CPR certified, has a Montessori teaching and babysitting experience for almost 6 years. She has a Montessori credential of Infant and...
5.0
"I have two children at Rose's daycare and they both love it there! My eldest was one of the first to join 3 years ago. There was no doubt in my mind when my second son was born that he would also be under her care. She is passionate about teaching and is evident as...

Clarisse G.


Norita's Casita Family Daycare

Norita's Casita Family Daycare

156 Irvington St, Daly City, CA

5.0

(2)

Norita's Casita Family Day Care, License #414004765, has available space for baby and toddler age. Who We Are *We are a Spanish Immersion Program that provides a wonderful opportunity for children to develop a second language. A place where playtime is fun and educational. *Lead teacher...
5.0
"Norita's daycare is an amazing place. Very clean and very welcoming. My child has been coming here since he was 7 months old and I couldn't ask for a better daycare. Nora takes great care of the children, keeps them entertained with music time, reading and...

Debby O


The Learning Tree Daycare

The Learning Tree Daycare

318 Magnolia Ave., South San Francisco, CA

5.0

(2)

We are an intimate close knit family daycare locate in the heart of South San Francisco. We offer curriculum and preparation for pre-school and kindergarten. Part of their curriculum will include Spanish Immersion Circle time, which will include topics and activities that will teach them skills that...
5.0
"Jessica has been with our LO since 4 months of age and has helped her blossom Into a confident, fun loving and cheerful toddler. She is a wonderful nanny and has taken care of our LO like her own the last year. She is very patient with kids and has been in a nanny...

Supriya S.


We offer Mandarin Immersion to children, ages 3 months to 5 years old. We accept Early Learning Scholarship (ELS) vouchers.
5.0
"I feel really fortunate to have found this gem of a school for my now 2.5 yr old son.  They take daily walking trips to libraries or parks for music and story time.  They bring in music and art teachers.  Their meals and snacks are nutritious and mostly...

Care member


My Happy Place

My Happy Place

928 Persia Ave, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(4)

5.0
"Eugenia was our amazing nanny who cared for my son. Eugenia attended to him with limitless patience, love, and energy. She truly loved my son, she still loves him! We moved to another state, but she still sends him messages and asks about him often! She seems to...

Kristhina O.


Starbright Daycare (German-English Bilingual)

Starbright Daycare (German-English Bilingual)

340 Marcella Way, Millbrae, CA

5.0

(1)

StarBright Daycare is an English/German bilingual playbased daycare in Millbrae, right behind Spring Valley Elementary! Children from 1.5 to 5 years old come and learn valuable lessons focusing on social skills, basic academic skills (numbers/letters), and experiencing learning through action. We...
5.0
"Love Starbright Daycare. My daughter was so excited to go everyday. She loved the classroom, the outdoor space, activities, and talked about the dog everyday (she wants one now). Silke is so caring and treats you like family. Could not have asked for a better...

Jamie H.


Small World Child Care

Small World Child Care

2223 39th Ave., San Francisco, CA

5.0

(2)

Small World Child Care is a licensed Mandarin Immersion Family Child Care located in Sunset Area! This is a safe, healthy and educational small world! We provide nutritious meals including breakfast, snacks, and lunch. Children communicate in Mandarin daily. They also develop their social,...
5.0
"My son started going to this place since January 2014 when he was 10 months old. He loves it! Eileen is super caring and patient. This place also has tons of toys that my son loves to play with. My son never cries when we drop him off in the morning and sometimes...

Ling T.


My Sweet Home Daycare

My Sweet Home Daycare

434 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA

5.0

(2)

I believe at the early development stage children learn well through play and activities. At My Sweet Home Daycare we will strive to create a safe and nurturing environment optimum for your child s growth and learning experience. We will also do our best to assist your child in developing important...
5.0
"Juliana is caring and thoughtful. My daughter enjoyed being at My Sweet Home Daycare. Juliana celebrated her 1st and 2nd birthday at her Daycare, before she went to preschool. As a first time parent, I was assured my daughter was in good hands. I appreciated...

Anita S.


ABC Richa Day Care

ABC Richa Day Care

1432 New Bridge Ave, San Mateo, CA

4.7

(9)

Are you looking for an outstanding home day care / Preschool for your child? I am Mrs. Videh B., licensed day care provider since 2003. I have been "homeschooling" preschoolers in a home atmosphere of education, play, structure and plenty of love and attention for infants and toddlers. I provide...
5.0
"Amazing place for your little angel to be. Super interactive , full of activities, amazing meals and many more. Kids get undivided and unconditional love! My daughter felt at home and couldn't wait to go to Richa's Daycare! "

Care member


Play And Learn Daycare

Play And Learn Daycare

1425 California Drive, Burlingame, CA

5.0

(1)

A licensed childcare provider in Burlingame since 1999, Play and Learn Daycare is a small, home-based program that is now accepting applications! Having a smaller group of children allows us to devote more time to each child. A safe, warm, and loving environment is provided, while emphasizing fun,...
5.0
"My daughter has attended Play and Learn daycare for the past two years (from 8 months to 2.5 years of age). I can't speak highly enough about the wonderful nature of the childcare. The home is well maintained and clean and the children have a wonderful outdoor...

Care member


A La Vanille French Preschool

A La Vanille French Preschool

Winston Manor, South San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

ALV is a nurturing French immersion preschool program run on a Large Family Daycare license. Children of all back grounds and languages are welcome. We do not "teach" French, rather children acquire it naturally through projects, music and daily preschool life. We enjoy a fully enclosed large...
5.0
"Both our daughters have attended A la Vanille (ALV). Our oldest is now in a French immersion Elementary school, and this is our youngest last year with ALV before starting kindergarten. We are not French speakers, so we have been amazed to see our little ones...

Isabelle


Little Bananas Daycare

Little Bananas Daycare

2511 45th Ave, San Francisco, CA

5.0

(1)

We are Little Bananas Daycare located in the Outer Sunset Area, just 3 blocks away from the Zoo. We offer childcare and development for your child. We emphasize the importance of play and independence. Our philosophy takes ideas from R.I.E. from Magna Gerber, Regio Emilia, and teacher based...
5.0
"Genesis, Eric, and Gelica are a dream team! We have been with them for almost a year and they have become like family to us. Their deep love for the children shows in everything they do, from the circle-time adventures, to the home-cooked meals and snacks. I had a...

Moira


Fun Flower Daycare

Fun Flower Daycare

134 Milton St, San Francisco, CA

Fun Flower Daycare coordinators and associates provide a safe and healthy environment for children between the age of 1 and 4 years or age. We are a fully license home daycare and have been in business for over 12 years. We are currently interviewing families for toddler and infant spots that open...

Zulia's Daycare

Zulia's Daycare

2635 San Jos Ave., San Francisco, CA

--Loving and learning enviroment --meals provided --kindergarten readiness

Ircebabies World

Ircebabies World

500 Cayuga Ave., San Francisco, CA

Ircebabies World is a nurturing, clean, safe and secure program located in a quiet neighborhood called Mission Terrace. We created a supportive environment in which every child can be assisted to meet their developmental milestones. Our curriculum includes developmental, art and played based...

Wind in the Willows

Wind in the Willows

713 Monterey Boulevard, San Francisco, CA

WiTW is one of San Francisco's oldest preschool's. Nearing it's 50th year of serving young children, we are a small program that prides itself on giving parents a safe place to kick start their children's early learning journey. Our students come into a classroom specifically designed to promote...

The Children's Cottage

The Children's Cottage

710 Del Monte Ave, South San Francisco, CA

My program provide from birth to 5 years old. I believe my job as a family child care provider is to support the role of families in children's lives. I strive to enhance the physical, cognitive and emotional growth of each and every child in my care through a wide variety of activities. The...

Rollingwood Child Care

Rollingwood Child Care

2691 Fleetwood Dr, San Bruno, CA

Rollingwood Child Care is a child care and development center located in Rollingwood area of San Bruno, California. It is a state licensed center and accepts children like infant, toddler and preschooler. I have been in a child care profession for over 9 years including teaching in elementary...

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