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Precious moments Preschool- Best Preschool in Sunnyvale

Precious Moments Preschool offers nurturing, educational childcare for toddlers through pr... Read More

5.0- 31 Reviews

Sunnyvale, CA 94086

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 6:00pm

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Center, Play based

Catalyst Kids Cumberland

Catalyst Kids Cumberland is part of the Catalyst Kids network (formerly YMCA of Silicon Va... Read More

3.7- 3 Reviews

Sunnyvale, CA 94087

5 years - 14 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm

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Center, Child led

Montessori School Of Los Altos

A Montessori school program in a historic Eichler community, offering a comprehensive curr... Read More

PALO ALTO, CA 94306

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Sat/Sun, 8:30am - 5:00pm

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Center, Child led, Montessori, Montessori inspired

Children's House Of Los Altos

The Children's House of Los Altos offers preschool programs for children ages 2-5, focusin... Read More

LOS ALTOS HILLS, CA 94022

5 years - 14 years

Mon-Sat/Sun, 8:00am - 5:00pm

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Center, Montessori inspired, Play based, Reggio Emilia, Reggio Emilia inspired, Waldorf inspired

Children's Pre-School Center

A non-profit child care center serving Palo Alto, offering programs for children 2 months ... Read More

4.4- 19 Reviews

PALO ALTO, CA 94303

Up to 23 months

Mon-Fri, 7:15am - 6:15pm

$2,700-3,750/month

Center, Reggio Emilia

Baby World

Baby World’s philosophy is one that acknowledges and respects the uniqueness of each child... Read More

5.0- 9 Reviews

LOS ALTOS, CA 94024

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm

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Center, Child led

Baby World

Baby World’s philosophy is one that acknowledges and respects the uniqueness of each child... Read More

5.0- 9 Reviews

LOS ALTOS, CA 94024

Up to 23 months

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm

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Center

Little Tree Montessori International School of Sunnyvale

A bilingual Montessori international school offers full-day programs for children 18 month... Read More

4.5- 16 Reviews

Sunnyvale, CA 94086

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 6:00pm

$1,920-2,340/month

Center, Montessori

Stratford School

Stratford School offers uplifting education from preschool through elementary, focusing on... Read More

Sunnyvale, CA 94087

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Sat/Sun, 7:00am - 6:00pm

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Center, Academic, STEAM

Palo Alto Academy Bilingual Montessori

A year-round preschool serving children 2 to 6 years old, offering full day, half day, and... Read More

5.0- 20 Reviews

PALO ALTO, CA 94306

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 6:30pm

$1,600-2,025/month

Center, Bilingual, Montessori, Montessori inspired

BOWMAN SCHOOL CHILDREN'S HOUSE

A year-round Montessori school providing preschool through 12th-grade education in Palo Al... Read More

PALO ALTO, CA 94306

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 6:00pm

$3,051/month

Center, Montessori, Montessori inspired, STEM

BOWMAN SCHOOL

Bowman School is a child care center in PALO ALTO, California. Care is offered for up to 1... Read More

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Frequently asked questions about Mountain View daycares

How much does daycare cost in Mountain View, CA?

Daycare prices in Mountain View 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 Mountain View and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Mountain View, 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 Mountain View?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Mountain View 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 Mountain View 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.