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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...
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Renee Zepeda Family Child Care
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 lots of care to make sure they the...
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Valentina's Preschool And Daycare
5.0
My daughter started at Valentina's preschool when she was 1.5 year old and went there for 2 years. It was our best decision to enroll into this school. Finding good school is very important in the early development and Valentina and her staff of teachers performed their duty at fullest by heart.
At...
- Reema M.
Guiding Hands Learning Center
5.0
Great environment for kids who are looking to learn!!
- Katie W.
1st Creationz Child Care
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 school, she still goes there on holidays...
- Lekisha M.
Drop-in daycares in Santa Monica, CA
Infant Care
2017 Euclid St D, Santa Monica, CA
I offer infant care in my Santa Monica home, providing a warm, calm, quiet home-away-from-home for your child.
This is a great alternative to daycare where there are often many children of multiple ages. I take infants (up to two at a time) exclusively, and this allows for a cleaner, less busy...
The Painted Turtle
1300 4th St Ste 300, Santa Monica, CA
The Painted Turtle Camp in Santa Monica, California was co-founded by Paul Newman. They accept children with over thirty medical conditions to camp for a fun summer filled with encouragement and support, for free. The campers are encouraged to make friends, gain confidence, and become more...
Perfect Day Surf Camp
415 Pacific Coast Hwy, Santa Monica, CA
Perfect Day Surf Camp is a childcare facility on 415 Pacific Coast Hwy, Santa Monica, CA where the care providers are knowledgeable in providing a responsive child care service. Their center hosts a positive community that fosters children's adequate growth and development.
Growing Place
401 Ashland Ave., Santa Monica, CA
We are situated on almost an acre in SM, with an abundance of nature and outdoor play spaces. Preschool classics such as swing sets and tire swings are where our children love to swing, spin and soar! Children further develop motor skills through our tricycle path, hand-over-hand bars, and spinner....
SANTA MONICA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
1909 COLORADO AVENUE, SANTA MONICA, CA
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...
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Renee Zepeda Family Child Care
2493 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA
4.4
(19)
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...
Care member
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.
Guiding Hands Learning Center
2004B E. Park Place, El Segundo, CA
5.0
(1)
"Out of School Time" (OST) Guiding Hands Learning Center, located in El Segundo Plaza, offers a variety of programs for children of all ages. We offer before and after school programs, individualized tutoring and lesson planning, and educational workshops for children ages 4 and up. We offer a...
5.0
"Great environment for kids who are looking to learn!!"
Katie W.
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.
Bright Start Baby
3624 Faris Dr, Los Angeles, CA
4.8
(6)
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.
Music Garden Child Care
946 Alpha St., Inglewood, CA
5.0
(1)
The Musical Garden Child Care program is an early learning, developmentally appropriate program giving the children opportunity to investigate, explore, and play with small group. Activities include but are not limited to instrumental music instruction, gardening, art, and creative play. The...
5.0
"My son has attended Music garden child care since he was 3 months old. I'm so blessed to have found a child care center that I trust taking care of my son at such a young age. The facility is clean and my son comes home with a smile on his face everyday. There's no...
Leila M.
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
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...
Gaim Family Childcare (Children of the World) Preschool
5854 Arlington Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Welcome to our Gaim Family Childcare (Children of the World) Preschool! We are a safe, loving, and early educational home daycare located on Slauson/Arlington in Los Angeles.
Our approach to learning is centered around how to become the best human we can to ourselves and to our fellow human...
Diaz Family Child Care
4815 Berryman Ave, Culver City, CA
As a family child care provider, our goal is to provide a safe and happy place for children where they can learn and grow physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially at their own pace. We believe children learn through play and benefit from a structured yet flexible schedule. Activities...
Musical Child Care
54 Alonzo Ave, Encino, CA
MUSICAL CHILD CARE is located in a quiet and nice neighborhood in ENCINO, California. State Licensed Facility. The Facility operates with Professional, Educated, Trained Teacher and Trained Music Educator. First Aid - CPR trained Every Employees.
THE PRIMARY GOAL of Musical Child Care program...
First Friends By The Sea
6700 W 83rd Street, Los Angeles, CA
We are an intimate play based home infant toddler program. 0-5 years.Offering Care M-F 7:30-6pm. Located on the Bluffs above Playa Del Rey and Playa Vista. We are close to LMU. Daily we offer: Music & Movement, stories/ Early literacy activities, gardening, Art, science, cooking and lots of interest...
Nurture & Grow
4915 Hesperia Ave, Encino, CA
We are a licensed preschool & infant care (facility #197494421) providing a warm and loving school for the littles. We provide individualized care in a small in-home environment and believe in nurturing the whole child. We accept infants as young as 6 weeks, and generally up to 4 years. We are open...
Rochel Family Daycare
435 South Swall Dr., Beverly Hills, CA
We offer a warm, safe, loving, fun, nurturing, and educational environment that gives children the confidence to explore. We have an indoor play area and a big outdoor play ground. Hot and healthy meals are provided!
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Santa Monica, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Santa Monica, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Santa Monica, CA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Santa Monica, CA accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Santa Monica, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Santa Monica, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Santa Monica, CA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Santa Monica, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Santa Monica, CA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!