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Recent family daycare reviews in San Carlos, CA

Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare

5.0

It seems like any parent I talk to that sends their child to daycare has "that one thing..." that they just don't like about where their kid goes... Well, lucky for us, there isn't one thing we don't LOVE about Michelle's daycare. Michelle and her co-teachers, Carolina and Paz, are just absolutely...

- Mega B.

HEFFALUMP SCHOOL

5.0

My son loves Heffalump school and I am so thankful we found it! Both teachers Ms. M and Ms.Barbara are professional. Whenever I visit the classrooms, the teachers are always honest with the children and communicate with them, which I feel is wonderful. I feel with the feedback at home that my son...

- Care member

Norma's Little Hands Daycare

5.0

Norma was our full-time nanny, caring for our twin boys for over 2 years, until they started elementary school this fall. Norma has our highest recommendation - she's a warm and loving caregiver and our boys adore her. We're always impressed with how she keeps up with our energetic twin boys and...

- Dev Y.

Tiny Town Daycare

5.0

Andrea has babysat both of my kids and she is the best caregiver. She is patient, and has compassion for all of the kids. The home is also a very clean environment and the family is very kind and loving. I never leave my kids with anyone other than family, but Andrea I trust 100%!

- Nila T.

Avid Kids Circle

5.0

Our daughter received the best care and education during the 3 years she was at Avid Kids. It's been over 2 years since she graduated from there but she dearly misses her teachers and her friends even today. Is it crazy that we had a slight hesitation about moving to the east bay because we had...

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Family daycares in San Carlos, CA

Virginia's Home Daycare

Virginia's Home Daycare

379 ELM ST, San Carlos, CA

Virginia's Home Daycare provides quality childcare in a full-Spanish immersion learning environment. This means we only speak Spanish to the children and they quickly become native Spanish speakers regardless of the tongue spoken at home. Our teacher-student ratio is 3:8. We cook gourmet lunches...

As a dance teacher, I am privileged to be part of the artistic development of the student I have designed a very nice program in a daycare format , we offer a blend of activities that will prepare them for future preschool classes along with dance, music, art and much more, all enhancing the...

Little Jewels Childcare And Preschool

3012 Brittan Avenue, San Carlos, CA

Caring for children in a loving, secure and comfortable home environment since 1997. My program offers a monthly themed and emergent play based curriculum, called Experience curriculum by Bright Wheel. I also serve nutritious meals and field trips.

Paragon

1040 Drake Ct, San Carlos, CA

We are a family daycare in San Carlos. We are looking for a full-time employee who loves children with at least 1 year experience working with children. The hours are from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Monday-Friday. The pay rate is $25.00 -$28.00. Must have a good work ethic and be time to work.

5.0

(3)

Michelle's Family Daycare started off in 2001 as a Daycare home that, over the years, has grown into a preschool program in which children develop social skills, bilingual skills, leadership skills and prepares your child for kindergarten. With a 4 child : 1 provider ratio, we create a caring and...
5.0
"My son has been attending Michelle's daycare for over a year and he loves it. Michelle and the other teachers treat all the kids like their own. It's truly like visiting grandma's house. Michelle's daycare provides a wide array of toys, activities for the kids to...

Irina L.


HEFFALUMP SCHOOL

HEFFALUMP SCHOOL

3990 VENTURA COURT, PALO ALTO, CA

5.0

(7)

Heffalump Preschool was established in 1974 with the love care and support from our community. Heffalump is Home away from Home. We offer 5 days a week from 8:30am to 1:30pm, with extended hours until 3:00pm for ages 2yrs to 6yrs or First grade. We celebrate diversity - we believe that life on...
5.0
"My son loves this school. Highly recommended to parents who want their kids to enjoy school time the fullest."

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Norma's Little Hands Daycare

Norma's Little Hands Daycare

44 Lodato Ave. Apt. 204, San Mateo, CA

5.0

(2)

Child care provider for infant and toddlers. I will be using music, singing and dancing to make the experience of the kids fun and artistic, lots of arts and crafts all in Spanish and English and in a caring and loving manner. It is my goal to make the kid's experience very safe, loving and fun at...
5.0
"Norma was our full-time nanny, caring for our twin boys for over 2 years, until they started elementary school this fall. Norma has our highest recommendation - she's a warm and loving caregiver and our boys adore her. We're always impressed with how she keeps up...

Dev Y.


Tiny Town Daycare

Tiny Town Daycare

2150 Pulgas Ave, East Palo Alto, CA

5.0

(3)

Currently Opened & Open Spots!! Tiny Town Daycare is a in home child care center located in East Palo Alto. We provide care for children ages from 5 months to 3 years of age. We provide them with the skills they need. Our facility offers a safe, fun and nurturing environment with daily routine and...
5.0
"Andrea is spectacular! I have known Andrea for more than 4 years, when we both worked in the Redwood City School District, she is wonderful with the children, she is patient, organized, a wonderful storyteller. I am the owner of Sister Daycare and if you look here...

Maria-isabel V.


Avid Kids Circle

Avid Kids Circle

1097 Rockport Ave, Redwood City, CA

5.0

(5)

Avid Kids Circle is an independent experiential multi-sensory preschool and after-school program where kids will explore, create, engage and learn with their mind, body and bountiful spirit. Please visit our website for details. We look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Our journey with Avid Kids Circle was nothing short of amazing. The staff's warmth and dedication fostered a nurturing atmosphere where children flourished emotionally, socially, and academically. The thoughtfully curated curriculum, coupled with top-notch...

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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

4.6

(8)

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
"My younger daughter goes to Videh aunty’s daycare since last 18 months. My daughter has received exceptional care and growth. Their house is nicely equipped with lot of safe toys and a good outdoor play area. Kids get to do arts and crafts, learn songs and good...

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Abc Panda Child Care

Abc Panda Child Care

1762 Lake Street, San Mateo, CA

5.0

(3)

We are proud to introduce our childcare center, were we prioritize the well-being and development of your children. Our dedicated staff cares for each child with the same love and attention as if they were their own. We believe in fostering a nurturing environment that encourages learning through...
5.0
"We are first time parents and brought our daughter to Karla starting at 7 months. I was nervous about daycare because my daughter had never taken a bottle and was with me every day since birth. However, the transition to daycare with Karla was stress free and so...

Ally L.


My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care

My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care

1630 Anamor St, Redwood City, CA

My Fuzzy Bunnies Child Care is a fun and loving environment for your children to learn. We will provide your children with age appropriate games and activities that will help them develop skills. We have a beautiful schedule for each day filled with awesome activities. We have a large outdoor play...

Baby Steps

Baby Steps

25 N Eldorado Street, San Mateo, CA

Hello Parents! After years of working night shift as a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse, I decided to change my focus and open Baby Steps, a small in home family day care for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I accept all children, but specialize in the care of diabetics and asthmatics. I am...

Medina Family Daycare

Medina Family Daycare

849 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA

Medina Family Daycare is run by a mother and daughter duo, Delma and Marcela. Together, we have served our community for over 16 years. Our daycare is in our home, we have a classroom set up, outside play space and many activities indoors. We believe that children learn best through play, we have...

Belle Haven Home Daycare

Belle Haven Home Daycare

310 Market Place, Menlo Park, CA

Belle Haven home daycare is open since 2019 in East Menlo park. More than 15 years of experience serving children ages 18 months trough 4.9. Before serving families in my home, I worked in a Montessori Center for 10 years, studied 31 Early Childcare Education units and got a Credential training in...

Little Blessings Day Care

Little Blessings Day Care

1050 16th Ave, Redwood City, CA

Our mission is to provide care in a loving healthy, nurturing and safe environment for your most precious blessing (Child). To help them with their emotional, physical, social, intellectual, spiritual growth and development. Where your children will learn, play while you (parents) are at work. Our...

Barb's Home Day Care

Barb's Home Day Care

468 Fourth Ave, Redwood City, CA

Barb's Home Day Care follows a fun and stimulating curriculum: circle time, arts and crafts, reading time, rhymes and rhythms, visits to local libraries and playgrounds and much more. We have a large yard for the children to play which includes a sand box. I can prepare fresh and organic food...

Imagina Menlo

Imagina Menlo

1916 MENALTO AVE, Menlo Park, CA

We learn in Spanish!!! Research shows that early childhood offers a unique opportunity to learn languages, as well as providing a critical basis for all future development and learning. Furthermore, immersion in a second language supports children to excel in linguistic, academic, social and...

Stemsprouts Preschool

Stemsprouts Preschool

1304 Whipple Ave, Redwood City, CA

STEMsprouts is a high quality preschool program located in a beautiful residential area of Redwood City. Our program is led by a board certified behavior analyst with 17 years of experience in early childhood development and science-based learning. All staff hold bachelor degrees or higher. We offer...

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