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Golden Harvest Montessori School

Golden Harvest Montessori School

Golden Harvest Montessori School has been dedicated to the highest quality preschool educa... Read More

4.8- 17 Reviews
MILPITAS, CA 95035
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 6:30pm
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Center, Montessori
HAPPY CAMPERS AT CARLMONT HIGH SCHOOL

HAPPY CAMPERS AT CARLMONT HIGH SCHOOL

Happy Campers At Carlmont High School is a child care center in BELMONT, California. Full ... Read More

BELMONT, CA 94002
Up to 23 months
Mon-Fri, 7:15am - 4:15pm
$1,950-2,695/month
Center
REY, YELENA

REY, YELENA

Rey, Yelena is a home based child care provider in San Jose, California. Care is offered f... Read More

San Jose, CA 95112
Up to 5 years
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Home based
Subramanyan, Ranjana

Subramanyan, Ranjana

At Dino Dreamcare, your children will learn, enjoy, and thrive in their home away from hom... Read More

UNION CITY, CA 94587
1 month - 6 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 6:30pm
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Home based
MACEDO, CONSUELO

MACEDO, CONSUELO

Macedo, Consuelo is a home based child care provider in FREMONT, California. Care is offer... Read More

FREMONT, CA 94536
Up to 5 years
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Home based
XIAO, YANG

XIAO, YANG

Xiao, Yang is a home based child care provider in SAN MATEO, California. Care is offered f... Read More

SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
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Amazing Creations Preschool

Amazing Creations Preschool

Amazing Creations Preschool is a home based child care provider in Sunnyvale, California. ... Read More

4.5- 8 Reviews
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
18 months - 6 years
8:00am - 5:30pm
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Home based
Open spots!
Appleseed Montessori School

Appleseed Montessori School

Our philosophy is to provide a high quality, secure, warm, caring and clean environment, w... Read More

Sunnyvale, CA 94087
18 months - 6 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 6:00pm
$975-2,200/month
Center, Bilingual, Montessori
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Salsbury Family Childcare

Salsbury Family Childcare

Salsbury Family Childcare is a home based child care provider in Sunnyvale, California. Ma... Read More

Sunnyvale, CA 94087
2 months - 13 years
7:00am - 5:30pm
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Home based, Play based
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The Rising Stars of Sunnyvale Wonderschool

The Rising Stars of Sunnyvale Wonderschool

The Rising Stars of Sunnyvale Wonderschool is a play-based Spanish bilingual program. We b... Read More

Sunnyvale, CA 94086
3 months - 6 years
Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 5:30pm
$1,400-2,000/month
Home based, Nature based, Play based
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Merry Minds Academy

Merry Minds Academy

Merry Minds Academy is a licensed child care provider in Sunnyvale, California. Care is o... Read More

Sunnyvale, CA 94087
1 month - 12 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 6:00pm
$1,900/month
Home based, Academic, Arts based, Child led, Cooperative, Mixed Age, Play based, Reggio Emilia, Reggio Emilia inspired, STEM
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Tiny Explorers Playhouse

Tiny Explorers Playhouse

Tiny Explorers Playhouse is a licensed, Spanish-immersion home daycare in Menlo Park that ... Read More

5.0- 5 Reviews
Menlo Park, CA 94025
6 months - 12 years
Contact for hours
$2,320-2,500/month
Arts based, Bilingual, Child led, Language immersion, Mixed Age, Montessori inspired, Nature based, Play based, Project based, Reggio Emilia, STEM

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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.