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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Playa del Rey, 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.

Diane's Day Care

5.0

They are a really great day care. They are really great with the kids. They are very convenient. They are overall all a really great day care.

- Michelle G.

Happy Nook

5.0

My son attended Happy Nook from age 10 months to 2 years. In that infant stage, my most important criteria for his care was that he was loved - and at Happy Nook, he was - in spades. During daily check ins it was clear that Priscilla and co. genuinely knew and cared for him and loved...

- Care member

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

Noah Family Child Care

5.0

I am so happy my husband and I found this daycare (or, rather, this daycare found me!) Our daughter has spent the last three years here with Mashi, and we couldn't be happier with her care. A few other home-based daycares seemed a little... sad and rundown. This one is not. The playrooms are...

- Jenny V.

Drop-in daycares in Playa del Rey, CA

The Westside Assistant

7215 Rindge Avenue, Playa del Rey, CA

We are a fabulous agency that match top notch personal assistants and nannies with families and professionals in the West Los Angeles area.

Montrose Inc.

7740 W. Manchester Avenue, Playa del Rey, CA

Montrose AV has maintained that stellar reputation by showing up on time, doing quality work, fully training staff, and following up as necessary. All, for less (sometimes far less) than competing integrators.

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
"Our child has been with Monica for 3 years. It has been a wonderful experience. We will be sending our second child soon. She keeps the kids engaged with plenty of activities, learning to count and learning words in English and Spanish. I highly recommend if...

Dante G


Diane's Day Care

Diane's Day Care

4305 West 120th St. Unit A, HAWTHORNE, CA

Starting at $245/mo

5.0

(3)

With over 30 years of combined teaching experience, we specialize in preparing children to enter school with all the tools they need to succeed. We are an in-home daycare / preschool and can provide close to a one-on-one environment for your child to prepare them for their next steps. The curriculum...
5.0
"I give them a 10! Their food is delicious. Their daycare is so cute and really well organized."

Tatiana B.


Happy Nook

Happy Nook

606 N Formosa Ave, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(2)

home daycare operated by Priscilla, originally from Mexico City and mother to two kids. Provider offers a personalized approach and individualized attention in a small group setting. As all parents know, there are always a number of factors that create stress when trying to make the best decision...
5.0
"My son started attending Happy Nook soon after turning one. It was a very stressful process looking for reliable daycare that wasn't impersonal and we knew immediately upon touring that this was the place for us. Priscilla is extremely warm, communicative, and goes...

Care member


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
"Ms. AJ is simply amazing!!! She is very accommodating and sweet! She gets 5 stars!!!"

Lauren C.


Noah Family Child Care

Noah Family Child Care

1427 Livonia Ave, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

I have 26 years experience teaching early childhood. I received my masters in Child Development. I m a loving, caring provider. I have always dreamed of opening my own preschool. Now, I own a family child care where I care for children from 3 months and up both full time and part time. I provide an...
5.0
"I am so happy my husband and I found this daycare (or, rather, this daycare found me!) Our daughter has spent the last three years here with Mashi, and we couldn't be happier with her care. A few other home-based daycares seemed a little... sad and rundown. This...

Jenny V.


1st Creationz Child Care

1st Creationz Child Care

1923 Hillcrest Drive, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

Children 6wks - 23mths, 2 - 5, 6+ www.1stcreationzchildcare.com 1st Creationz Child Care is a small family childcare licensed in the State of California. We are located in the Los Angeles area and service children and families in the inner city as well as surrounding communities. We are...
5.0
"My daughter has been going here since she was born. Calette is incredible with children. She provides a safe, fun learning experience for all. She has become a part of our family and i couldn't be more happier with her services, although my child is now in...

Lekisha M.


Ildiko's Day School

Ildiko's Day School

1429 24th Street, Santa Monica, CA

5.0

(5)

5.0
"My son was at Diko's daycare from 17 months-2.5 years (we only stopped going due to Covid and he's now in preschool). Diko's was amazing-she is nurturing, caring, creates an incredibly warm environment for all her kids. Many kids, including my son, return to see...

Soniya G.


Valentina's Preschool And Daycare

Valentina's Preschool And Daycare

6100 Hargis St, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(3)

At Valentina's Preschool, we offer a secure place for children to play and learn with other children. We value diversity, and we welcome children regardless of race, gender or religion. We believe that children learn through active exploration and play, and that self - esteem is built on mutual...
5.0
"My daughter used to attend preschool at Valentina's. It's been six months since she's been at her new school but she still talks about how much she loved going to Valentina's and how much she missed it there. Valentina and her staff are so friendly with both the...

Romina A.


Imagination Studio

Imagination Studio

11605 Washington Pl, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

Imagination Studio is a space for children of all ages who want to be creative. We constructed a unique program that allows every child to use their own ideas or collaborating with friends to create amazing projects from their imagination. We believe every child should have an amazing experience...
5.0
"Imagination Studio is a GEM for children!!! They are a creative studio with personalized attention for each child. The owner, Cristina is a pure delight, creative , fun , responsible & the kids LOVE her. I've seen events from Teddy Bear Tea Parties, to kids...

Joan M


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.


Renee Zepeda Family Child Care

Renee Zepeda Family Child Care

2493 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA

4.4

(20)

We are a home Infant toddler preschool with a nurturing staff trained in Early Childhood Education and Development (ucla).Our goal is to provide a loving trusting relationship among children and teachers in a fun learning environment promoting exploration critical thinking cooperative play.We...
5.0
"We have been going to Renee and Jessica's since our son was 3 months old and have been very grateful for our experience and the care they provide. Every morning when we knock on the door, our son gets excited to see them and his friends. Renee and Jessica take...

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Bright Start Baby

Bright Start Baby

3624 Faris Dr, Los Angeles, CA

4.9

(7)

My home childcare, Bright Start Baby, offers a warm and nurturing environment. It is the perfect mix of my experience running a childcare center for Bright Horizons and the warm and personal attention of a home childcare. Each day is filled with songs, music, great developmentally appropriate...
5.0
"Our daughter started at Bright Start at 6 months old. I cannot say enough amazing things about Ms Ashley and the teachers. They are so warm, loving, attentive, and caring - not only with your child, but with you as a new parent too! I remember my first call with...

Pamela P.


Joyful Sprouts

Joyful Sprouts

21024 Donora Avenue Unit A, Torrance, CA

5.0

(1)

I am a reliable, fun, loving, energetic, creative and organized individual who loves kids! I have been working in childcare for over 15 years and I am excited to start a new chapter in my life by opening an in home daycare. I enjoy creating and providing a fun, safe and loving environment for...
5.0
"Melanie is very loving and has taken excellent care of my children. She is very reliable and trustworthy. I appreciate all she has done for my family."

Valerie T.


SAINT GERARD MAJELLA CHILDREN'S CENTER

SAINT GERARD MAJELLA CHILDREN'S CENTER

4461 INGLEWOOD BOULEVARD, LOS ANGELES, CA

Starting at $1326/mo

4.5

(2)

We are a small preschool that provides love and care to all of our children and the teachers get to know the individual needs of all the children. Through play and the use of an emergent curriculum, our children are given opportunities to explore, question, and construct their own theories of the...
5.0
"We had our oldest there when he was two for a little over 2 years. He loved and received all of the educational skills to talk and expand his vocabulary, and he also started writing. The environment had a warmth of a smaller daycare, which lead to my son's...

judy and andrew B.


Gutierrez Begazo Family Child Care

Gutierrez Begazo Family Child Care

4618 W 170th St, Lawndale, CA

5.0

(3)

I am located in Lawndale, Ca. I am a kindergarten teacher who puts my own businesses since 2006. My three assistants and me have a certification of CPR. I provide childcare in my home between the hours of 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. We offer after school care with transportation include from the school to...
5.0
"Erika is great. she takes care of my son 5 days a week and does a great job."

Christopher I.


Garrow Family Child Care

Garrow Family Child Care

11945 Washington Place 1, Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(5)

Garrow Family Child Care; also known as "Sprouting Seeds", is run by myself; Lucille Garrow. I hold a Master Teacher Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and a Bachelors Degree in Child Development. Our curriculum is research based with an emphasis on language...
5.0
"My son was with Lucille from 5 months to 18 months. She is incredibly caring and attentive. She reads to the kids daily and sings songs with them. My son loved her and learned a lot while he was with her. I highly recommend Lucille's daycare. As a side note,...

Heather R.


Young Scholars University (Child Care)

Young Scholars University (Child Care)

2254 W. 29th Street, Los Angeles, CA

4.4

(7)

At Young Scholar's University: The curriculum focuses on six areas of development: Cognitive, Communication, Emotional, Fine Motor, Gross Motor and Social Skills. Cognitive Skills: Infants are building their memories, learning to develop words and learning to recognize familiar sounds. They're...
5.0
"I am the mother of a 3 your autistic child who is nonverbal, so when I went back to work I was extremely nervous where I would put my child. I came across Young Scholars University and was amazed. When my son started he was not speaking, but now he is say several...

Porsha R.


Graham Family Day Care

Graham Family Day Care

1975 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello! I am a licensed small family home day care that is authorized to provide care for up to 8 children. I provide all nutritious meals and snacks. I accept children from infancy to age 5 years old. The operating hours for day care services are from 6am to 6pm. In addition, after hour care and...
5.0
"A family run business that is dedicated to the growth and well being of the children. Kids are fed three meals a day and are taught the fundamentals of education. Very friendly staff."

Arnon G.


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