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Barron Park Playschool

Barron Park Playschool

Barron Park Playschool is a play-based, emergent curriculum preschool located in Palo Alto... Read More

4.5- 2 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:45am - 5:00pm
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Center, Play based
Country Day Little School

Country Day Little School

Country Day Little School strives to provide children with authentic purposeful work and c... Read More

5.0- 9 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 3:30pm
$1,290-1,785/month
Center, Montessori inspired
Sojourner Truth Child Development Center

Sojourner Truth Child Development Center

Sojourner Truth Child Development Center is a child care center in PALO ALTO, California. ... Read More

5.0- 3 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Up to 23 months
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm
$750-2,915/month
Center
Challenger School - Middlefield

Challenger School - Middlefield

Challenger School is a private institution offering preschool through 8th-grade education.... Read More

4.7- 91 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94303
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 3:00pm
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Center, STEM
Learning Links Palo Alto

Learning Links Palo Alto

Learning Links Palo Alto is a child care center in PALO ALTO, California. Care is offered ... Read More

4.7- 15 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94303
Up to 5 years
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Center
Besse Bolton Kids' Club (BBKC)

Besse Bolton Kids' Club (BBKC)

Besse Bolton Kids' Club (BBKC) is a Palo Alto Community Child Care (PACCC) after-school pr... Read More

5.0- 1 Review
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
5 years - 14 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 6:00pm
$1,143/month
Center, Play based
Windsor Preschool

Windsor Preschool

Play-based preschool for children aged 18 months to 5 years in the San Francisco Bay Area,... Read More

4.4- 12 Reviews
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94043
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 6:00pm
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Center, Child led, Montessori inspired, Play based, STEAM, STEM
PHANH, ANGELA

PHANH, ANGELA

Phanh, Angela is a home based child care provider in LOS ALTOS, California. Care is offere... Read More

LOS ALTOS, CA 94024
Up to 5 years
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Home based
Lilliput Infant and Preschool

Lilliput Infant and Preschool

Lilliput Infant & Preschool offers quality child care for children ages 24 months to 6 yea... Read More

5.0- 10 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 6:00pm
Contact for rates
Center, Play based
Lilliput Infant and Preschool

Lilliput Infant and Preschool

Lilliput Infant & Preschool offers quality child care for children ages 24 months to 6 yea... Read More

5.0- 10 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Up to 23 months
Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 6:00pm
Contact for rates
Center, Play based
Wilder, Cristina & Jesse

Wilder, Cristina & Jesse

Wilder, Cristina & Jesse is a home based child care provider in MOUNTAIN VIEW, California.... Read More

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94041
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
Covenant Children's Center

Covenant Children's Center

Covenant Children's Center offers daycare and preschool services for children ages 2 month... Read More

4.7- 3 Reviews
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Up to 23 months
Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 5:30pm
$2,360-3,800/month
Center, Child led, Play based

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Frequently asked questions about Los Altos daycares

How much does daycare cost in Los Altos, CA?

Daycare prices in Los Altos vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Los Altos and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Los Altos, CA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Los Altos?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Los Altos daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Los Altos families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.