San Mateo County Child Care Centers

San Mateo County childcare centers come in sizes, costs, and programs to fit all budgets and preferences. We know that parents are busy but that selecting the right daycare center or preschool is crucial. So we’ve gathered basic information for 378 child care centers in San Mateo County into a single location so that you are only a click away from basic information such as address, size, and licensing information that can help you refine your search. You can narrow down your search even further by selecting a zip code or a city from the list below. Need more assistance? Simply contact the child care referral agency or the licensing agency listed on the right!

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Top Childcare Centers in San Mateo County

PLAYHOUSE CHILDCARE CENTER

PLAYHOUSE CHILDCARE CENTER

Daly City, CA 94014 | (650) 756-1926

Playhouse Childcare Center serves children ages 2-5 years old. We use a Reggio Emilia approach to direct our curriculum.Check out our website for more information.

STELLA PICCOLO

STELLA PICCOLO

San Mateo, CA 94402 | (650) 804-5923

Preschool in San Mateo serving children 3-5 years old.  Classes held mornings from 9a-12p M-F.  Developmentally appropriate child-centered approach facilitating independence and communication.

BRIGHT ANGEL MONTESSORI ACADEMY

BRIGHT ANGEL MONTESSORI ACADEMY

Menlo Park, CA 94025 | (650) 485-2722

Bright Angel Montessori Academy, a newly established elite preschool in Menlo Park, serves children ages 2 to 5 years old. We are open 7:30am-6:00pm Monday thru Friday. Morning Program: 8:30am-12:00pm Afternoon Program: 1:00pm-4:15pm School–Day Program: 8:30am-3:00pm ...

BRIGHT HORIZONS @ GILEAD (INFANT)

BRIGHT HORIZONS @ GILEAD (INFANT)

Foster City, CA 94404 | (650) 312-1895

Bright Horizons is the world's leading provider of employer-sponsored child care, back-up care, education and work/life solutions with more than 700 child care and early education programs and schools for employers and working families across the US, UK, Ireland ...

BRIGHT HORIZONS @ GILEAD (PRESCHOOL)

BRIGHT HORIZONS @ GILEAD (PRESCHOOL)

Foster City, CA 94404 | (650) 312-1895

Our mission is to provide a caring and nurturing environment where children can learn and develop through play based, experiential and developmentally appropriate activities.

CATALYST KIDS - HENRY FORD (SCHOOL AGE)

CATALYST KIDS - HENRY FORD (SCHOOL AGE)

Redwood City, CA 94061 | (650) 368-1138

CDI/CDC provides a welcoming place for children and peace of mind for families. Our caring and trustworthy teachers are your partners, assuring that your child is safe and has fun in a comfortable, home-like setting where is each child can be his or her best self. ...

CATALYST KIDS - ORION ALTERNATIVE (SCHOOL AGE)

CATALYST KIDS - ORION ALTERNATIVE (SCHOOL AGE)

Redwood City, CA 94062 | (650) 364-1178

At Child Development Centers and Continuing Development Incorporated, it is our mission to enrich children’s lives through quality, accredited child development programs and a commitment to developmentally appropriate practice. Our programs put children at the ...

CHALLENGE SCHOOL (PS) BELMONT CAMPUS

CHALLENGE SCHOOL (PS) BELMONT CAMPUS

Belmont, CA 94002 | (650) 592-6878

Challenge School is committed to educating the whole person. We strive to unite the best element of the Eastern and Western traditions and practices, the growth of the individual’s inquiring mind as well as cultivate a sense of personal responsibility and social ...

CHAMPIONS - FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY

CHAMPIONS - FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY

Burlingame, CA 94010 | (650) 867-6046

Engage our community to build resilient, curious, compassionate, problem-solvers who are prepared for their future

CHAMPIONS AT PORTOLA

CHAMPIONS AT PORTOLA

San Bruno, CA 94066 | (650) 440-1371

With more than 30 years of experience, Champions is a leading provider of high-quality programs for before- and after-school learning and break time camps. Every day, Champions provides fun, learning experiences to more than 15,000 students at over 400 sites in ...

CHAMPIONS-LAS LOMITAS ELEMENTARY (SA)

CHAMPIONS-LAS LOMITAS ELEMENTARY (SA)

Atherton, CA 94027 | (650) 250-3658

With more than 30 years of experience, Champions is a leading provider of high-quality programs for before- and after-school learning and break time camps. Every day, Champions provides fun, learning experiences to more than 15,000 students at over 400 sites in ...

CHAMPIONS-LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (SA)

CHAMPIONS-LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (SA)

Burlingame, CA 94010 | (650) 697-7400

With more than 30 years of experience, Champions is a leading provider of high-quality programs for before- and after-school learning and break time camps. Every day, Champions provides fun, learning experiences to more than 15,000 students at over 400 sites in ...

CHAMPIONS-SANDPIPER ELEMENTARY

CHAMPIONS-SANDPIPER ELEMENTARY

Redwood City, CA 94065 | (650) 780-7322

With more than 30 years of experience, Champions is a leading provider of high-quality programs for before- and after-school learning and break time camps. Every day, Champions provides fun, learning experiences to more than 15,000 students at over 400 sites in ...

CITY OF MENLO PARK-BELLE HAVEN SCHOOL-AGE CC PRGM

CITY OF MENLO PARK-BELLE HAVEN SCHOOL-AGE CC PRGM

Menlo Park, CA 94025 | (650) 330-2245

The Belle Haven School-Age Child Care Program is licensed by the Department of Social Services to provide care for children in kindergarten to 6th grade. We serve working families who desire a fun, safe, structured environment where children can learn at their ...

CITY OF MENLO PARK-MENLO CHILDREN'S CTR-SCHOOL-AGE

CITY OF MENLO PARK-MENLO CHILDREN'S CTR-SCHOOL-AGE

Menlo Park, CA 94025 | (650) 330-2260

Creating Community by providing lifelong learning opportunities and social activities that foster individuals' personal growth and overall community well being: Child Care services such as Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and School-Age Program and summer camp activities.

San Mateo County Childcare Referral Agencies:

WU YEE Children's Services

888 Clay St., Lower Level
San Francisco CA 94108

Call (415) 391-4956 or Toll Free (844) 644-4300
Email: randr@wuyee.org
For more information, visit http://www.wuyee.org

Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo County, Inc. (4Cs)

330 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 119
Redwood City CA 94065

Call (650) 517-1400
Email: info@sanmateo4cs.org
For more information, visit http://www.sanmateo4cs.org

California Child Care Licensing Agency

California Department of Social Services
Community Care Licensing Division
Child Care Program Office
744 P Street, Mail Station #19-14-48
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: 916-651-6040
Web Site: http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/Child-Care-Licensing