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Top daycare centers near Santa Clara

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LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI, INC

Little Flowers Montessori provides children a great learning experience in a fun, cheerful... Read More

SACRED HEART PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN (PSK)

Sacred Heart Preschool And Kindergarten (Psk) is a child care center in ATHERTON, Californ... Read More

KCE CHAMPIONS LLC @ SACRED HEART SCHOOLS

KCE Champions Llc @ Sacred Heart Schools is a child care center in ATHERTON, California. C... Read More

Keen Learners Montessori School

Keen Learners Montessori provides children with a great learning experience in an encourag... Read More

NEWTON @ ENCINAL

Newton @ Encinal is a child care center in Atherton, California. Care is offered for up to... Read More

Atherton, CA 940273102

YMCA OF THE EAST BAY Y-KIDS PATTERSON

Ymca Of The East Bay Y Kids Patterson is a child care center in FREMONT, California. Care ... Read More

Knox Playschools, Inc.

We are OPEN! Please email or call to inquire about current availability. Playschool offers... Read More

5.0- 3 Reviews

ATHERTON, CA 94027

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 2:00pm

$1,500/month

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Frequently asked questions about Santa Clara daycares

How much does daycare cost in Santa Clara, CA?

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

How can I choose the right daycare in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara?

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