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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Palo Alto, CA

Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

3.0

Ok places. Kids mix ages stay in one room. Playground too small too close to main traffic. Not sure if the air affects kid health while playing outside.

- Melisa

Building Kidz of Palo Alto

5.0

Our daughter started going to the preschool class for past two months and we all love it so far. My daughter's teachers, Ms. Priya and Ms. Vibhuti were really helpful during the early days to help her settle down. They sent frequent updates via their mobile app and phone calls. The facility is...

- Peter

Happy Feet Daycare

5.0

Happy Feet is a wonderful place! Our daughter loves it and we're so blessed to have her there! Totally recommend to anyone looking for quality care for their little one(s).

- Dorian D.

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.

Bambi Daycare

5.0

Maria is so great with our son. We've been taking him since he was 3 months old, and from his first day with her she has shown him love, care, and has helped him develop. We are so fortunate to have found her.

- Kelli O.

Drop-in daycares in Palo Alto, CA

Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

Palo Alto Preschool Bilingual Montessori

4232 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA

3.0

(1)

Our school is a Bilingual Montessori Preschool for age 2 years old to 6 years old, with a focus on each child s whole development: small/large motor skills, independence, focus, self-discipline, team work, socialization skills, grace/courtesy, environmental awareness, creative expression, innovative...
3.0
"Ok places. Kids mix ages stay in one room. Playground too small too close to main traffic. Not sure if the air affects kid health while playing outside."

Melisa


Building Kidz of Palo Alto

Building Kidz of Palo Alto

415 Lambert Avenue, PALO ALTO, CA

Building Kidz of Palo Alto offers preschool, infant, toddler and pre-kindergarten programs. Our brand new, 11,000 sq. ft eco-friendly facility is located at 415 Lambert Ave. Our local preschool center is conveniently located near the intersection of Oregon Expressway and El Camino Real. We are...

Primeros Cinco

Primeros Cinco

2176 Cooley Ave, Palo Alto, CA

We take child care very seriously. We are a safe, clean and loving place. I can write many paragraphs but I think it is better that you read my references. They are wonderful families that have allowed us to be present in the history of their children's lives. The first 5 years are fundamental,...

Keara's Daycare

Keara's Daycare

1664 Tulane Ave, Palo Alto, CA

Hi I am a licensed daycare provider looking to fill a few open spots in my daycare. I am excepting ages newborn to five years of age. My hours are from 7am-6pm I have CPR and first Aid I also have home prevention classes done as well. I can help with potty training if needed. As well as get them...

Cornerstone Learning Foundation

Cornerstone Learning Foundation

4243 Manuela Ave, Palo Alto, CA

Hello, welcome to Cornerstone Learning Foundation! With over 20 years of teaching, administration and cutting edge Chinese Program Development experience in Silicon Valley and in China, the principal of Cornerstone Learning Foundation, Ms. Helen Wong is proud to offer a high quality Mandarin...

We offer programs for infant, toddler, preschool, PreK, and kindergarten. We intelligently integrated performing arts, LTLE (learning through life experience), and Spanish in our curriculum. We have also recently started a Fall Camp for school-age kids(K,1st and 2nd graders).
5.0
"Our daughter started going to the preschool class for past two months and we all love it so far. My daughter's teachers, Ms. Priya and Ms. Vibhuti were really helpful during the early days to help her settle down. They sent frequent updates via their mobile app and...

Peter


Imaginemos Oruguitas

Imaginemos Oruguitas

3573 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Imaginemos Oruguitas leads with emotional and social development through Education For Life. As EFL teachers, we provide students with a balanced education of the body, feelings, will, and intellect to help children discover deeper levels of purpose and happiness. This unique approach allows the...

LaNadia Gathers

LaNadia Gathers

1272 Spiers Landing Rd, Palo Alto, CA

I aim 15 years of age and I have a little brother by the age of 14 and a little sister by the age of 11 and I have watched them every since they were little. Currently watches my auntie 2 year old and 4 year old when asked during the weekend. So my experience with kids is great. Smart honor student...

CCLC in Downtown Palo Alto

CCLC in Downtown Palo Alto

848 Ramona Street, Palo Alto, CA

The Downtown center believes in a play based philosphy using CCLC's Guided Discovery curriculum. Children are taught, shapes, colors, numbers, letters through play(i.e. games, songs, stories and interactive activities). Teachers in all age groups guide children through learning by participating and...

COUNTRY DAY LITTLE SCHOOL

3990 VENTURA COURT, PALO ALTO, CA

Please read the introduction to our school completely, information about school tours can be found at the end of our post. We appreciate the opportunity to share a detailed picture of our school with you and look forward to speaking with those who think our school will be a good fit for their family...

Sibels Daycare

786 Allen Ct., Palo Alto, CA

Sibel's Family Daycare was started by Marlin's late-wife, Tia Nolvia 22 years ago. Now run by Marlin and his daughter Nolvia (Pita), Sibel's provides a safe and nurturing environment for children from 4 months old to school age with spacious indoor room and backyard playground area. Sibel's is...

The Way We Grow Infant Center

2201 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA

The Way We Grow Infant Center: Our program provides an opportunity for children to grow physically, mentally, socially and emotionally in a consistent and supportive environment. Our goal is to provide educational and developmental services to children ages infants-30 months through love, respect...

First Congregational Church Nursery School

1985 Louis Rd, Palo Alto, CA

The First Congregational Church Nursery School offers parent-participation childcare and preschool for two to four year old children in Northridge, California. The children are given individual care and attention in an environment that also allows them to start and nurture friendships. Their...

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Camp Unalayee

3921 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Camp Unalayee in Palo Alto, CA is a summer camp that provide a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as sports, music, enrichment, swimming, arts, and...

HeadsUp! Montessori Preschool Palo Alto Campus

2800 WEST BAYSHORE ROAD, PALO ALTO, CA

Starting at $350/mo


Happy Feet Daycare

Happy Feet Daycare

41 Snowden Avenue, Atherton, CA

5.0

(2)

At Happy Feet Daycare, we offer Spanish bilingual instruction during the entire day. Head teacher has over 20 years of experience working with children and their families, and have a great parent referral list available upon request.
5.0
"Just the BEST family daycare in town!"

Myra C.


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.


Bambi Daycare

Bambi Daycare

416 Third Avenue, Redwood City, CA

5.0

(3)

A safe environment, with a lot of love and special care. I'm qualified and certified with all training and certifications to be a qualified child care person.
5.0
"My daughter goes to Bambi Daycare. I looked at a few family daycares before deciding to bring my daughter here. I made the right choice, my daughter loves it. Maria is so good with her. She does so many activities with my daughter like art,cooking,reading,music and...

Alma C.


Gems Academy

Gems Academy

1341 Elsona Ct., Sunnyvale, CA

5.0

(2)

At GEMS Academy we offer a very safe, nurturing, fun filled and interactive environment with lots of opportunities for children to explore and use their curiosities to learn and grow. We have lots of outdoor and indoor activities, music story times and more to enhance the child's love for learning....
5.0
"GEMS is the BEST play based preschool EVER!!! We absolutely love the environment Miss Ambrose has created at Gems academy. Our daughter started at Gems 3 years back during the start of the pandemic and we still count our blessings every single day. She has...

Namrata L.


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