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Recent family daycare reviews in San Mateo, CA

Medina Family Daycare

5.0

If I could give 100 stars, I would. Medina Family Daycare cared for both my daughters (now age 10 and 6) with so much love and intelligence and I credit these ladies for my children's success. My 10 year old still misses their home cooked meals and just yesterday wanted to recreate one of Delma's...

- 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.

Abc Panda Child Care

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 reassuring. Karla is so caring,...

- Ally L.

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.

My Sweet Home Daycare

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 receiving pictures of my daughter, daily...

- Anita S.

Family daycares in San Mateo, CA

Medina Family Daycare

Medina Family Daycare

849 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA

5.0

(4)

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...
5.0
"Our daughters spent 3 years here and we loved the experience. The teachers were warm and loving and our girls felt comfortable very quickly, even though they had no Spanish before this immersion daycare. They were super well cared for and learned a ton there, and...

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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
"We haven't attended the daycare but employed Norma as a part-time nanny several years ago for our newborn daughter. Norma's ease with children, endless energy and loving nature made me feel instantly comfortable as a parent. I know she will shine as the leader of a...

Robin E.


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
"My family and I would highly recommend Karla. She is sweet and very loving; as well as she helped to set a good learning foundation for our son who is now almost 3 years old. He still remembers his friend "Ar-La" and misses his activity time with friends. As new...

Fernanda M


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
"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,...

Mega B.


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.


Growing with Love Childcare

Growing with Love Childcare

1621 Cypress Ave., SAN MATEO, CA

Welcome to Growing with Love Childcare! At Growing with Love Childcare, we understand how important it is to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can thrive. Our goal is to create a home away from home, where learning is fun, exploration is encouraged and every...

All About Me Daycare

All About Me Daycare

1710 Dewey Street, San Mateo, CA

Montessori Program Built with the belief that every child is unique and should be allowed to learn at their own pace. With this in mind, we strive to provide the children with a perfect balance of both academics and play.

Playful Learning Preschool/daycare

Playful Learning Preschool/daycare

627 Harrow Ave, San Mateo, CA

Our home based preschool/daycare operates much like a traditional daycare with a touch of home. We are a play based daycare focusing on the growth of the whole child ; social, emotional, physical and cognitive. We currently have openings for children ages 3 months-4 years old. We are open...

Buddies World Day Care

Buddies World Day Care

444 Studio Circle, San Mateo, CA

We are here to nurture, take care, respect and most importantly do whatever it takes to meet the needs and wants of your child.

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...

Sonrisas Preschool And Childcare

Sonrisas Preschool And Childcare

1632 Newbridge Ave, San Mateo, CA

Our Spanish Immersion offers a 100% authentic environment with native Spanish speaking teachers. We created our own methodology to ensure that each child develops at his or hers own pace. Our program promotes social and emotional learning, curiosity, language, cooperation, and problem solving...

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

Creciendo Juntos Spanish Inmersion

121 22ND AVENIDA, San Mateo, CA

We are an immersion program - daily care and activities will be provided in Spanish, and children will be encouraged to speak Spanish in return. Learning a second language at a young age encourages your child's intellectual and social development. I believe that learning a new language at a young...

Lucys Learn And Play Daycare

Lucys Learn And Play Daycare

618 Folkstone Ave, San Mateo, CA

I'm a daycare provider for 30 years now..I have cpr and first aid...I'm looking for children 8 months and up...I have two grown daughters and two grand children..I wanted to stay home and raise my children...So I decided to open my own daycare..So I could be home with my children and make a living...

Firefly Academy

Firefly Academy

405 Heather Lane, San Mateo, CA

Our Bilingual (English and Russian) Family Daycare offers fun and nourishing environment. Our program is focused at developing your child from an early age. We have plenty of entertaining and cultivating activities, such as art and clay works, drawing and kids yoga, all about animals and sea...

ABC Richa Day Care

ABC Richa Day Care

1432 New Bridge Ave, San Mateo, CA

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...

Edutaintment

Edutaintment

801 Sextant Cr, San Mateo, CA

RUSSIAN Immersion Licensed FAMILY DAYCARE "Edutainment", invites children from 2 years old to join the early development bilingual environment. "Edutainment" is a great option for kids who have at least one Russian-speaking parent to retain their Russian skills beyond the toddler years. Program...

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

30 HOBART AVENUE, SAN MATEO, CA

Starting at $2200/mo

We are a family owned and operated Montessori Preschool We run year round, 5 days per week We are closed 2 weeks in the Winter, 1 week in the Spring and 2 weeks in the Summer and all Major Holidays Our Hours are 8:00-5:00 We provide a morning and afternoon snack, children bring their own lunch...

Kumari's Family Day Care

3636 Monterey St, San Mateo, CA

Kumari's Family Day Care is a quality care provider located at 3636 Monterey Street, San Mateo, California. It is a state-licensed facility that provides care for children ages from infant through 5 years old. Kumari's Family Day Care is open from Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with options...

4-Kids Family Day Care

756 Kathryne Ave, San Mateo, CA

4-Kids Family Day Care located in San Mateo, CA operates Mondays through Fridays from 8 AM to 5:30 PM and offers programs for infants and toddlers. The center aims to encourage the physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development of each child.

Center for Learning and Autism Support Services

424 Peninsula Ave, San Mateo, CA

Center for Learning and Autism Support Services located at 424 Peninsula Avenue, San Mateo, California, offers in-home family day care. It provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school operates from eight AM to five PM, Mondays to Fridays.

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Ratings for San Mateo, CA family daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Family Daycares in San Mateo, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.