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LEI, RIHONG

LEI, RIHONG

Lei, Rihong is a home based child care provider in SARATOGA, California. Care is offered f... Read More

SARATOGA, CA 95070
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
BASHIROVA, LIUDMILA

BASHIROVA, LIUDMILA

Bashirova, Liudmila is a home based child care provider in SARATOGA, California. Care is o... Read More

SARATOGA, CA 95070
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
KAENI, SIMIN

KAENI, SIMIN

Kaeni, Simin is a home based child care provider in SARATOGA, California. Care is offered ... Read More

SARATOGA, CA 95070
Up to 5 years
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Home based, Play based
PIMSAKUL, MATHWEE & KENDRA

PIMSAKUL, MATHWEE & KENDRA

Creekside Daycare, run by Matt and Kendra, is a home daycare that specializes in making ev... Read More

SARATOGA, CA 95070
3 months - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm
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Home based, Play based
SIAMER, KHALIDA

SIAMER, KHALIDA

Saratoga La Petite Garderie is a family child care program run by Khalida Siamer, emphasiz... Read More

SARATOGA, CA 95070
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm
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Home based, Play based
LifeMoves | First Step for Families

LifeMoves | First Step for Families

Pfs First Step Cdc (Ps) is a child care center in SAN MATEO, California. Care is offered ... Read More

3.6- 53 Reviews
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
2 years - 5 years
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Center
Bowers State/District Preschool

Bowers State/District Preschool

District-run Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI) preschool at Bowers Elementary providi... Read More

Santa Clara, CA 95051
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri, 8:15am - 11:45am
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Center, Academic
Bowers Child Development Infant Program

Bowers Child Development Infant Program

Santa Clara Unified School District infant program on the Bowers Elementary campus, offeri... Read More

Santa Clara, CA 95051
Up to 23 months
Mon-Fri, 7:15am - 5:30pm
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Center, Play based
SACRED HEART PRE-SCHOOL

SACRED HEART PRE-SCHOOL

Catholic school serving Junior Kindergarten through 8th grade under the mission of Faith, ... Read More

SARATOGA, CA 95070
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Fri
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Center, Academic, Religion based
Champions at De Vargas Elementary

Champions at De Vargas Elementary

Cupertino Union School District offers a meaningful, creative, and innovative curriculum t... Read More

4.5- 2 Reviews
San Jose, CA 95129
5 years - 14 years
8:00am - 4:30pm
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Center, STEAM
Starbright School -- San Jose Campus

Starbright School -- San Jose Campus

Private preschool and kindergarten education with a balanced academic curriculum that help... Read More

4.6- 11 Reviews
San Jose, CA 95129
2 years - 5 years
Mon-Sat/Sun, 7:30am - 6:00pm
$2,570-3,100/month
Center, Academic, STEAM
Mi Second Casa

Mi Second Casa

Mi Second Casa is a child care center in SAN MATEO, California. Care is offered for up to ... Read More

5.0- 3 Reviews
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Up to 5 years
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Center

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Frequently asked questions about Portola Valley daycares

How much does daycare cost in Portola Valley, CA?

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

How can I choose the right daycare in Portola Valley, 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 Portola Valley?

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