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Brain Paper Scissors
5.0
The owner is my friend and our kids are best friends and they're growing up together. My personal believe is that bilingualism is really a gift for any brain, so that alone is amazing for children, and the facilities are fantastic with lots to explore.
The owner is caring, nurturing, creative and a...
- Beatriz L.
Rochel Family Daycare
5.0
We love Rochel daycare. My son has been attending it for almost 2 years now. The environment they provide for the kids is so warm, welcoming, safe and sanitary. When we just started my son was very very attached to me and still nursing to sleep and throughout the day. They made sure to figure out a...
- Kseniia O.
Musical Child Care
5.0
My family has been so lucky to have both of our daughters at Musical Child Care! Elizabeth is and continues to be so thoughtful, caring, and genuinely interested in teaching our girls to become smart and caring children. We truly believe that the musical curriculum shaped our girl's minds and...
- Care member
Garrow Family Child Care
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, she always kept her daycare clean...
- Heather R.
Mother Daughter Family Daycare
5.0
My daughter comes home super happy everyday! Lol Love this provider: professional, caring and affordable.
- Shani B.
Family daycares in Santa Monica, CA
Brain Paper Scissors
12057 Aneta Street, Culver City, CA
5.0
(1)
We are a Spanish full immersion home daycare, based in Playa Vista, that helps children to become more creative individuals
5.0
"The owner is my friend and our kids are best friends and they're growing up together. My personal believe is that bilingualism is really a gift for any brain, so that alone is amazing for children, and the facilities are fantastic with lots to explore.
The owner is...
Beatriz L.
Rochel Family Daycare
435 South Swall Dr., Beverly Hills, CA
5.0
(3)
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!
5.0
"My daughter was at Rochel Family Daycare for two years, and we were very happy. My daughter was well-cared for and safe, and beyond that, she loved Pantea and her mom. She also loved the fresh, delicious kosher food prepared for her daily. Pantea did activities...
Leesa
Musical Child Care
54 Alonzo Ave, Encino, CA
5.0
(7)
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...
5.0
"Ms Elizabeth cared for my son for almost a full year, from 17 months old until he was ready for preschool. I felt safe leaving him there, she is gentle but also teaches children good manners. I would leave my second child with her if I ever need daycare again."
PRISCILLA D
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.
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.
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.
Funtastic Daycare
5346 Forbes Avenue, Encino, CA
5.0
(2)
Funtastic is a new daycare in Encino created to provide a loving and caring environment for your child. I have a master degree in early childhood education and development with 15 years of
experience. I am a mother of two and know how important daycare is for you, therefore, I would take care of...
5.0
"We love this place so much that I don't know where to start! From the moment we toured Funtastic we fell in love with Ms. Sophia and her team. My son thoroughly enjoys the amazing food Ms Sophia preps, the engaging activities and songs and the warm environment the...
Care member
Kiumehr Family Day Care
2200 Glendon, Los Angeles, CA
5.0
(9)
Our day-to-day child care philosophy is simple: give a child love and laughter, and they will grow faster and more driven to healthy and happy choices. There are many studies that show development in the first 5 years of any child's life shapes how they will become for their future. If that be the...
5.0
"My son is going to Ms. Flora ever since he turned 14 months. He loves the place since his first day. A large playroom filled with books and toys that are instructive. Flora really cares about the children and works with the parents. The daycare exceed all my...
Care member
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...
Care member
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.
Nurture & Grow
4915 Hesperia Ave, Encino, CA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"Alexis watched our son from age 6 months to 2 years with several other children of varying ages. She is beyond amazing and caring and we were so lucky to have her. I cannot recommend her more highly. She is simply the best!"
Kristy G.
DeeCare DayCare
6133 W. 83rd Place, Los Angeles, CA
EXPERIENCED, REPUTABLE, AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE, IMPECCABLE REFERENCES!
"How I Treat Others Is My Opinion Of Myself!"
I am a highly experienced grandmother who provides loving childcare for newborns, infants and toddlers to 3-years of age. I limit my childcare to 3 children at any one time....
Olguin Family Childcare
4126 Mclaughlin Ave., Los Angeles, CA
What we offer is a loving, safe, and educational environment for your child to grow. We will offer the very best care that we can for your child. We ask that, in turn, you help us by keeping us informed regarding any health concerns, favorite foods, fears, or special interests. We will share...
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...
Montessori Discovery Garden; Morales And Hasse Family Day Care
10551 Holman Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Our caring, dedicated, nurturing, Montessori trained staff meet the needs of children in a home-like setting. Our teacher has Association Montessori International (AMI) training and a Master of Education degree. Through the use of the internationally approved Montessori philosophy, each child is...
La Cabane Des Petits Childcare
11356 Missouri Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Bienvenue à La Cabane des Petits
a French immersion childcare that prepares children for preschool
A place where culture and personality align for the benefit of your child.
More than just a childcare, La Cabane des Petits is an eco-friendly space that makes room for imagination and...
Charo's Place
12214 Clover Ave, Los Angeles, CA
A safe place, a second home, a place that the children will want to comeback to visit after they exit to preschool. A place that serves healthy and warm meals.
WeVillage was founded in 2012! We proudly offer early childhood education programs accepting children ages 6weeks-10 years of age!
Here is is a bit about us!
Every family is different, some require a flexible schedule to fit their schedule others need a more structured schedule, either way your...
F. Family Daycare
8924 Kramerwood Pl, Los Angeles, CA
Farias Family child care. We are very please to provided infant program for children from 3 to 24 month of age. a warm and loving environment will prevail in our childrens rooms where a ratio of 4:1 four infants and one adult will allow our staff to provide individual atenttention to each child....
Maggie Blair Childcare
201 West Hillcrest Blvd, Inglewood, CA
Mother of two (toddler & 9 month old) with 18 years of experience at a school for special needs and typical children. Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certified. Providing Daycare for infants and toddlers ages 0 - 3.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Santa Monica, CA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Santa Monica, CA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Santa Monica, CA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Santa Monica, CA is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Santa Monica, CA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Santa Monica, CA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Santa Monica, CA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.
Ratings for Santa Monica, CA family daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Family Daycares in Santa Monica, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.