Galina's Daycare is an oasis of routine, care, comfort, and community in a time of upheaval after having a child. Our baby was about 5 months old when we started his care there, and I believe that Galina's concern and care were integral in his development (and ours as parents) over his first 2 years. She helped us establish a naptime routine such that when he was home, he went down without a fuss. Which also transferred to bedtimes being painless. She would let us know if something seemed wrong (a cough, runny nose, irregular BMs, etc.) and give us tips for what to do at home. As new parents, we were grateful for her advice and consideration, but she was never judgemental. While Galina's pricing seems high, she delivers with enrichment: everything from birthday parties, art projects, celebrating holidays (the Mother's Day projects were SO CUTE this year), and dance parties. She and her mom bake all kinds of treats for us to take home throughout the year, and always makes sure all the kids are at the house for big holidays. My kid has had a great first two years of making friends and exploring his world. It also is a small group of kids so they all get really close. I have connected with some of the parents and hope we can keep their friendships alive over the coming years. As an only child, our kid really benefitted from being around kids of varying ages for him to play with. The big kids taught by example and I think having the little infants around have helped him be gentle. Galina also does potty training. Once my kid was interested--mainly from other kids at the daycare being potty trained--, we bought a potty at home and he already was going #1 consistently at 21 months. 10/10 I highly recommend Galina's Daycare! read more

Galina is AMAZING!!! We recently moved away from the area and one of the only reasons why we had doubts is because we don't think we'll ever find a daycare as great, caring, and attentive as Galina's. She develops a connection with each child and makes their wellbeing and happiness a priority. My daughter was always so excited to go there, making the transition really easy when we had to start daycare. My daughter was also introduced to so many healthy foods that we would have never thought of in our household. I was always so surprised when my daughter would come home with a new skill, such as knowing how to blow her nose (so helpful!). Highly recommend Galina, we miss her so much! read more

We have so many wonderful things to say about Galina, where to start! We came to her when our daughter was 4 months old (she is now 23 months) and continues to be taken care of by Galina's daycare. Amid covid, my husband and I were in search of childcare and we were so appreciative to be introduced to Galina by referral of my OB (she sent her own daughters to Galina as well). Galina so kindly allowed me into her daycare when all the children had gone home to ask questions and receive a tour of the home. She answered everything in detail including the following: Hours: 7am-7pm Age range: infancy to (I think) age 4. Great way for your little one to get socialization. Sleeping/nap schedule and showing me where they nap Food: we provided the bottles, formula, and infant water. When our little one got older, Galina provided all home cooked prepared meals and snacks! (When I pick up my daughter mid day I can smell the amazing food in the background being cooked!) she has even given us some home baked goods. We now provide the milk but that is only because our daughter is lactose intolerant, otherwise Galina provides that for the kiddos. Diapering: we provide the diapers and wipes. *when my daughter was an infant, Galina would provide us a little "report card" of her eat/sleep/poop/pee times so we had an idea of how she did through the day. During the tour she said she assists with potty training; however we're not quite there yet. Cleaning: Galina explained she does thorough cleaning of the place and toys everyday and on the weekends. Covid: throughout covid she had a strict policy (which is greatly appreciated--especially coming from the viewpoint of parents in healthcare). She continues to monitor symptoms and complete temperature checks before the kids come in for the day. She followed all of the CDC and county recommendations throughout covid. (She follows the county guidelines generally speaking for sick days). Holidays: the daycare is open year round and closed for national holidays. When we were ready to get on board with her, we signed the paperwork and gave her vaccination records. My daughter has a blast there, comes home stuffed from her meals and snacks, and is tired from a fun day of playing. She has truly become an extension of our family. On holidays she does something special for the kids. The kids do art and weather permitting are outside playing. Galina truly loves the kids and is so genuine. We are lucky to have her and the providers looking after our girl. If you have any questions, message me! I would rate her a 10/10 if I could! All gold stars! read more

Galina truly has a way of comforting and nurturing children. I brought my first child, Noah, at 15 months old (he is now 3.5 years old). When we had our second child, Brianna, I also brought her to Galina at 15 months and now they both get to enjoy the company of one another and their friends. I conducted heavy research in finding the best care, and Galina won us over in not only how she structures the day, but also that she provides 3 hot meals and snacks a day for the kids. She also partners with you in supporting potty training and practicing independence (putting on shoes, cleaning up, washing hands, etc.). It was obvious to me the growth of my children and what they learn when they come home. Plenty of time spent outdoors (weather-permitting), arts & crafts, social and educational learning, dance parties, birthdays, and celebration of family-oriented federal holidays like Mother's Day and Father's Day -- the videos and images are what I look forward to! Galina becomes a part of the family and I cherish her immensely as a person and the blessing she is. I highly recommend Galina's Daycare to any parent that is in search of an in-home daycare for the best care of their child or children. read more

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I have had my two baby girls (BG1 is 4 years old and BG2 is 20 months) with Galina since they were each 8 weeks old. I found her through a family referral and we could not be happier. We love the warmth and love that's being shown to our girls. They eat healthy, home cooked food. They have dance parties that we get video's of, they get sent home with crafts that they make at day care, they spend time playing outside and there's no TV! We've been blessed to have found Galina and we cannot recommend her enough! read more

After touring 4 daycares, 3 in-home, Galina's warmth outshined all others. Her daycare is very open, airy, well-lit with natural and regular lighting, clean, organized, no shoes on carpet, walls/toys cleaned frequently (I think she said her assistant does it twice a week). She has two bedrooms dedicated for naptime: one for cribs with babies, one for toddlers with cots. Plenty of things for kids to do outside. She serves a variety of home-cooked from scratch meals, made daily, all focused on high quality nutrition. Chicken, Turkey, Fish, Vegetables, Fruits, Rice, Cheese, Soups. No sweets/junk. Galina speaks perfect English and is also fluent in Ukrainian and Russian. One child awoke during my tour. The assistant immediately went to her before Galina or I had even heard her wake. The little girl hobbled down the hallway, rubbing her eyes, cranky, and beelined straight to Galina, stretching out her arms to be picked up. Galina cuddled her the entire rest of the tour, the little girl resting in the crook of her neck, calm and happy. It was a big testimonial in-person to see how clearly this little girl loved Galina. When you know it's the right fit, you know. read more

I was super nervous about finding daycare for our infant (now a toddler), but I am just so thankful we found Galina. Galina is someone you can trust with your kiddo. We have never had any concerns with the safety or wellbeing of our daughter, she loves to go to daycare In the morning and is learning all these good habits like putting her shoes away when she gets inside. The kids play outside, sing songs, read books and do fun art projects. Galina works hard to make sure the kids get balanced, homemade, often organic meals which is much more than I can say for most chain daycares in the area. I often joke that Galina does a better job caring for my daughter than I could if I stayed home with her. read more

My daughter is 13 months old and we just started her at this daycare! I was always scared and hesitant to try daycare so we paid a private nanny to come to our home. Our daughter was not being taken out of the home on walks or to the park as we requested, she was being cooped up and exposed to a lot of TV and it just became unacceptable. I decided to look for an in home daycare and I feel so very blessed that I stumbled upon Galina. Galina is so calm, patient, and keeps the kids stimulated all day. She provides delicious home cooked meals (3 meals), has a great indoor and outdoor play set up, and quiet, calm places for the children to nap. She also will send you updates during the day! My daughter LOVES going to Galinas house and hates leaving! I've already noticed such a huge difference in my baby. She's so happy and much more talkative! And I also must mention, the cleanliness of her home is impeccable. I feel so relaxed at work (for 12hrs) knowing my daughter is in such great hands, growing and thriving at Galina's! Go with Galina, you won't be disappointed! read more

Galina's Daycare - An update I received of my daughter happily playing outside! Couldn't have made me any happier! - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - Concord, California

I have to start by saying that Galina is truly amazing and I couldn't be happier choosing her to take care of my daughter. After searching for a while and visiting a long list of daycares, when we got to meet Galina, my little one, who was 14 months old at that time, she just wouldn't want to leave. It really was an easy and smooth transition for my little one. She's been attending Galina's Daycare for almost a year and a half now. I am very grateful that I found her. She is wonderful with the kids, her home is very clean and I love that she cooks from scratch for the kids. And on top of all the great activities that she has with the kids, such as music, dancing, reading, puzzle, crafting, the environment is safe. My daughter has a wonderful time every day, and it's a great relief to know she's in good hands and that she's happy. I would highly recommend Galina! read more

Galina has been taking care of my son from 1 yr old to 3 yr old. She's patient and give extra care for each child in her daycare. She also gives us update & pictures / videos of the kids activities regularly. My son came back from daycare with various crafts and coloring paper, which I'm very proud of. She also provided healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for the kids. Highly recommended! read more

After looking at 10 different care providers for our 4 month old we selected Galina. Some people in the profession of childcare just "watch the kids" while there are a very small few that truly care and love the children. Galina cares and gives love to each child as if it was her own. My husband and are eternally grateful for finding Galina when we did. She wasn't just a daycare provider - she was an extension of our family. We recently moved to Southern California, and the one thing I regret is that we did not pack Galina up with us. read more

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As with all parents, we were very nervous about finding childcare for our little one....whom was only 2 1/2 months old when I was headed back to work. Fortunately, Galina came to the rescue! I called her and was able to come meet her and see her house that same day. We felt very good about the area and the home that our son would be spending so much time at. Galina is very warm and comforting, which helped Eero transition into the new surroundings very easily. She has a lot of experience and it shows. He's now 6 1/2 months old and absolutely loves it there! She sings, plays and helps the babies grow and learn. She also sends me pictures during the day, which always make me smile. We couldn't be happier with our choice! read more

Galina's Daycare - My 6 1/2 month old, Eero, (on the right) and his buddy. Happy as can be at daycare with Galina! - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - Concord, California

Every parent has anxiety when is comes to child care. I probably had the most extreme case of that. Galina made it so easy for us, I can never thank her enough. I was a stay at home mom for 2 years with my boy. One day I had to get back into the workforce and we began our search. First few places we visited made me have nightmares. Kids were running around with dirty noses and overflowing diapers. The sleeping area was smaller than our closet. I can go on and on about the horrors, but instead I want to explain why we love Galina. - She has a home-based daycare. Key word here is - home. Her parents help out and my son literally calls them his grandma and grandpa. It's not a cold, heartless building, it's a loving home. - She has enough bedrooms for kids to nap in peace. I think most kids only get 1 "roommate". - She cooks 3 fresh meals daily and provides various snacks. My boy loves her cooking and is growing big and healthy. I'm forever grateful for that. - She shares private and group updates almost daily. She could tell I was anxious leaving my boy for the first time and for the first three months (!) she sent me photos and various updates several times a day! It's like she sensed I needed reassurance, Seeing my boy having so much fun, brightened up my days. - She keeps her home and yard clean. I mean "white socks are still white at the end of the day" clean. Kids get minimally sick. I'm talking about basic sniffles and colds. This is probably the most important factor for me. - She makes a big deal about holidays and prepares little treats for kids and their families. She even did us a personal favor this Christmas and arranged a pacifier/gift exchange with Santa, so we had no trouble getting rid of that habit. - Kids are always creating something. I have an entire file drawer and a kitchen wall full of little crafty things my boy created in her care past year. It makes me happy seeing these little creations. Thanks to her we have a ton of little keepsakes. It's time for us to look for a preschool and it's going to be touch. Galina set the bar high. We will miss her a ton. read more

I should have reviewed a long time ago because Galina deserves all the praise she can get! I can't begin to even say how extremely happy I am that this is the day care we decided to put our little princess in. After being off work for almost a year, I had to return to the real world and leave my baby. All I can say is that if you are going to leave your child anywhere this is the place that you don't even have to think twice about. Galina, has been absolutely amazing with all the care, support and education she provides the children she cares for. When they are with Galina they are not at a daycare, you are leaving them in a home full of love and warmth that is hard to find in so many places. The kids get three home cooked meals daily, plus snacks and their milk and drinks. They have music days (piano), exercise, songs and playtime outside when the weather is nice. My daughter has already learned so much! Galina keeps you updated when they have activities or birthdays or just to make you smile, she'll send a picture of your baby throughout the day. I can go on and on but truly just take my word and give her a chance. I guarantee you will not be disappointed. We already know where our next baby will be! read more

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A wonderful day care with professional staff who really care about the children.

I am not the type to write reviews on yelp but I felt compelled to write one for the first time. I brought my baby to Galina's since he was just 6 months old. I don't regret the decision since day one. Prior to this daycare, I've been to other place but this place is definitely a winner. What a blessing it is to know someone like Galina. She truly has a heart for the babies and kids. She deserves all the gifts but she ends up giving each child a gift this Christmas. She manages to keep the place tidy and clean, and provide nutritious food. Could anyone beat the hours this place offers? So far it has been the best choice I made. Thank you Galina! read more

I have never had to use a daycare for any of my children (I have 3). My husband recently got a new job, and we had to find full-time care. I was nervous and anxious, as any mother would be, for her children to be with a stranger. The minute I walked through the door of Galina's house, she was so welcoming. Her house is immaculate and feels comforting. She has placed all proper precautions for child safety, and her backyard is catered to the children as well. I immediately liked her and felt at ease. She cares for my 2 year old son and 5 month old daughter. My son barely says goodbye to me anymore! He just runs off to play with his new buddies! She makes them 3 meals a day, and is genuinely concerned and cares for each child. She gives me an update about their whole day as soon as I pick them up. On Wednesdays, she has music time and someone comes and teaches them songs and plays piano. My son has started singing new songs at home. I love Galina, and recommend her to anybody. She will take all your troubles away. read more

Galina is amazing. We had to look for a daycare due to certain circumstances. Our daughter was always taken cared of by her grandparents and she was very attached to them. Galina assured us that our daughter will be fine and we'll taken cared of. The first couple of weeks were tough as our daughter adjusted. Galina was very considerate and helped our daughter get through the transition. Now she is doing much better. On another note her place is very clean and the environment has a very homely feel to it. All the children are very well behaved and our daughter is making friends now. We couldn't have picked a perfect person to replace the care of family! read more

I have to say first, Galina is AMAZING! I keep pinching myself thinking it must be a dream that we found such a wonderful woman to care for our 7 m/o son. All mothers are going to say they're super protective, and we are, we can't help it, and to top it off it was so nerve racking "shopping" around for a daycare. I found Galina's daycare ad on Craigslist and gave her a call and she invited me over that same day. Her house was so clean, she was super friendly, gave me the full tour and everything. Her house wasn't just clean for the tour, her house is always super clean! She really takes her business seriously. There are 3 things that are crucial for you to know 1) Galina is genuinely the happiest person I've ever met 2) Galina absolutely adores children, she gushes over them and really developed a bond with each kid 3) I would say though, the thing I love most about Galina is she sticks to a schedule. Her daycare is anything but chaotic. She has a structure for the day which helps kids get adequate naps and therefore have optimal alert time. She also helps each of her kids reach their next milestones, from sitting to crawling to potty training etc, she's there for them every step of the way. My husband and I trust her wholeheartedly and would recommend her a thousand times over. read more

Galina's Daycare - my son, Zano (R) with his daycare bud! they planned their outfits that day haha - Child Care & Day Care Near Me - Concord, California

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Galina is truly wonderful! She has taken such amazing care of our daughter. I always know that when our baby is with Galina, she will have such a great time playing with her friends. Calli is always well fed, happy and well rested. All of the kids are happy and well behaved. As a provider, Galina is upbeat and kind but also very calm and considerate. She feels like part of our family now and I could not be happier with the situation. read more