My husband and I joke around on the weekends that we need Jen! Sending our daughter to Jen's daycare has been an absolute lifesaver, as our daughter had never even had a babysitter before. We were nervous to start daycare because our daughter wasn't used to anyone other than mom, dad, and grandma. Jen's daycare was recommended to us by a friend of ours in the neighborhood, and as soon as we went on a tour, we knew this was the right choice. I had done other tours and nothing felt right. Our daughter is very slow to warm up to others, but even on the initial tour, she started exploring and playing with toys in the Jen's space. Jen was so warm and gentle to our daughter which helped us all feel comfortable. At the time, there was only one day available but we were so happy with Jen, that we took the slot and now our daughter goes 4 days a week and barely even says goodbye at drop off! She has made such sweet friends there and just loves Jen so much. She comes home and talks all about her day. Sometimes before bed, she will randomly say "I love Jen." I don't know how Jen does it, but our daughter naps and eats like a champ at daycare, whereas at home, both are a struggle - hence why we joke about needing Jen on the weekends ;-) She also worked with us during potty training and made that transition really seamless. Jen is extremely attentive to the children and is also very responsive in communication. I've heard from friends that their daycare lacks communication, but Jen always gets right back to me and is very thoughtful in her responses via email if anything comes up. She has always been open to helping us through life transitions and understands how these things can affect children. She is incredibly accommodating, which is really important when it comes to childcare, and she really understands individual needs. Overall, sending our daughter to Jen's was the best decision! She now has friends to play with, gets to play outside in the backyard, does art, reading, hula hooping, bubbles, singing and more. Jen has such a gentle nature with the children and it feels like she was truly made for this. We have even talked to several families in the neighborhood with older kids that previously attended Jen's, and they said that it never gets better than her - that's how high the bar is! We are already dreading the day our daughter ages out of Jen's because we don't know if we will ever find someone like her. If you're lucky enough to get a slot, take it! We couldn't recommend her more! read more

Finding a daycare that you trust completely with your child is no small task, and finding Jen's Daycare has been such a blessing for our family. Our son joined Jen's daycare for two days a week when he was 1 year old and left after 1 year and a half, ready to start preschool. Jen is both incredibly caring and attentive, creating a nurturing environment where the children can thrive. She is consistent and trustworthy and our son always felt safe and happy under her care. She creates a positive environment with clear limits and boundaries and the rhythm of the days is consistent. Since Jen had a long career in education before starting her daycare, she knows how to meet young children's needs and help them become more independent, knowing what will be asked of them later on. She provides plenty of activities that engage the kids and also give them time to explore and play which is so important for young children. The facilities are clean, safe, and well-organized, with engaging books, toys, and activities that keep kids excited and learning. The backyard where children can play and move around on little ride-on toys is equally clean, safe, and well-organized while also beautiful and calming for the children who can enjoy being outside throughout the day (weather permitting). Jen's neighborhood is sunny and quiet with lots of family homes which makes it feel even more cozy and reassuring. You can easily sense your kid has had a good day when you pick him up and he looks rested and happy. Our son was always able to nap as long as he needed at Jen's and it was lovely knowing he could get the rest he needed there. Jen's communication with us, parents, has always been excellent. The emotional and physical safety of all the kids is always a priority for Jen and she will promptly reach out if something happens. She also sent us regular pics of our son playing, exploring new toys, or having a good time with his little friends. Jen cares deeply about the overall development of the child and she will use her creativity to adapt to who they are to help them grow harmoniously. At a time when our bilingual son understood French better than English, we appreciated that Jen could speak to him in French if needed. Jen is fluent in French and was able to tell him things in French when it seemed that he wasn't understanding what was asked of him in English. Family-size daycare also means a relatively small group of children so you know that your child's basic needs are met and that the pace of the day is perfectly adapted to their stage of development. In summary, Jen's Daycare is a gem. Her dedication to providing a safe, engaging, and caring environment makes her stand out as a great choice for any parent. We couldn't be happier with our experience and wholeheartedly recommend Jen's Daycare to other families. read more

Our twin girls attended this daycare for the past year, and we couldn't be happier with their experience. Jen's daycare was the first time my girls received care outside of the home, so I had a lot of anxiety at first, but they have thrived during their time here. Both girls absolutely loved Jen, who has a wonderful way of connecting with the kids. Jen watches up to six children, which we loved because it allowed for personalized attention and a close-knit environment. Jen provides a daily routine that the kids really benefit from, including outdoor play every day in her large backyard. In addition to outdoor time, she sets up a variety of activities such as painting, dancing, and other open-ended play. Amazingly, Jen is somehow able to get our girls to nap every day, which is always a struggle for us when they are home. In just a year, we've noticed incredible growth in our girls' social and learning skills. Jen always goes above and beyond to engage them in fun and educational activities. As we focus more on teaching the girls Korean at home, it has been a pleasant surprise to see how much the girls have learned at Jen's. It was so cute when the girls started singing the "Clean up" song one day while we were putting things away at home, which they had never heard at home before. Jen has been absolutely great to work with last year and we are all going to miss her -- especially my girls, who have always been so excited to go to her daycare every morning and will often ask for "Ms. Jen". If you're looking for a nurturing and supportive place for your little ones, we highly recommend Jen's daycare. read more

We love Jen's Daycare! Our daughter started at Jen's when she turned one. As a new parent, I had all the anxieties of taking our daughter to daycare for the first time. But Jen was very respectful and understanding of my concerns. She was patient with me and with our daughter. I couldnt't ask for more! Our daughter also thrived at Jen's daycare. It was a small program (up to 6 kids) and our daughter really learned how to interact with other kids. As a pandemic baby, it was crucial to us that she had some interaction with other children. The intimate environment at Jen's was just what we wanted. Our daughter started singing, speaking and really blossoming after just a month or so at Jen's. Jen's place was clean, safe and tons of activities for the kids (blocks, art supplies, some outdoor space). We can't recommend Jen's daycare enough! read more

Our daughter went Jen's for over 2yrs and we loved loved the whole experience. I interviewed many places before and Jen was by far the best. Her place is always clean, organized and has fun learning activities. Our daughter speaks full English by age 3 and understands alphabet from Jen while I only taught Japanese at home. I was working mother during pandemic. Jen was able to provide great care w excellent precautionary measure to keep all the kids safe. I trust Jen fully since she keeps info up to date. There is no other place in SF that we prefer. We would have stayed at Jen if it wasn't for moving. Thank you for excellent care. Our daughter developed so much skill and made friends we truly are going to miss. We moved to Japan and all of us tested negative PCR to enter country. If you are looking for quality daycare, you must contact Jen and take a visit. You will know why there are only positive ratings ! read more

We are so thankful for Jen and her daycare. She is patient, caring, and consistent. The community that she's built and the families that are drawn to her are diverse and delightful. The way she's navigated the pandemic has been safe, clearly communicated, and from a thoroughly informed viewpoint. It's been a nearly impossible situation and she's handled it with poise and grace. Jen feels like family. There's no other place we'd have our daughter right now. read more

We had a brief but very positive experience with Jen's daycare. We toured the daycare and introduced her to our one year old. She let us know there was a possible opening a few months. We waited a few months and she was responsive and great about keeping us informed. When a spot became available she let us know and was flexible about the start date. She promptly sent us her contact and we sent her a non-refundable deposit to hold the spot. Then a few weeks later, completely out of nowhere we got a call from another daycare that had an opening immediately in a daycare is only 4 blocks from our home. Even though we were really excited about Jen's daycare being able to walk our baby to daycare in the stroller was such a bonus we couldn't pass it up. We let Jen know and she refunded our deposit. We had signed a contract with her and it clearly stated it was non-refundable. She is just a really good person and gave us our money back. There are a lot of daycare centers that are profit centers. Jen's is not one of them. Sure, she operates a business but clearly she cares about kids and being a fair and decent person. read more

Finding Jen's Daycare was such a wonderful relief! It was our toddler's first experience being cared for away from home, and we immediately felt that she created a calm and loving environment that made the transition easy. Jen provided a good structure to the day, offering art and wonderful activities for the children, as well as having lots of amazing toys. Our son grew his creativity and friendships there and we are grateful for the experience. - The Garcias read more

I cannot say enough positive things about Jen. Our daughter has been going to her daycare for a year and a half and is so happy there! Jen is kind, patient, flexible and trustworthy. Her place is very clean and has a nice backyard space. Our daughter is always excited to see Jen and her friends. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a daycare/preschool! read more

Our family was fortunate to find an incredible, warm, and thoughtful daycare with Jen. This was our daughter's first day care experience and she fell in love with Jen and her routine. Our first impression during the tour was awesome, with a clean bright indoor space and an open backyard. That said, it was not until our daughter began attending the daycare that we realized we found a special place for our little girl to develop cognitive, social, and creative skills. The monthly themes, pictures, arts and crafts, in addition to Jen speaking with us about about our daughter's development adds a rich experience above our expectations. And, our daughter is excited for the days when she get's to go to Jen's, which makes it a little easier to drop off our girl each day. I'd recommend Jen's day care to anyone. read more

We had a wonderful experience at Jen's daycare. Jen is thoughtful and attentive. She always has fun activities planned for the kids, and they get to spend a lot of time outside playing. Our daughter loved her time there. read more

Our son joined Jen's daycare when he was 15 months old. This was his first time in a daycare setting and Jen made sure the transition was smooth for him and us. Her home is impeccably clean, well-stocked with educational and creative activities, and safe and comfortable for the children. We found Jen to be professional, communicative, patient, reliable, trustworthy, and highly skilled at working with young children due to her calm disposition, education, and training. Our son loved going to her home and often did not want to leave at the end of the day. We were so grateful to have him in such a caring environment that was also supportive of his development and growth. Jen is an exceptional caregiver and we highly recommend her and her daycare center. read more

We loved Jen's daycare for our daughter! It is a beautiful, welcoming space, perfect for babies and children to feel safe and ready to explore. And Jen is calm, warm and thoughtful. My wife is a teacher, and looked long and hard before choosing a childcare setting for our 15 month old. Our daughter thrived under Jen's care, and made a wonderful transition from daycare into preschool. We would recommend Jen's daycare in a heartbeat! read more

After the abrupt closure of my son's daycare, I randomly found Jen's daycare via a google search of daycares in the area. I was in desperate need of care and she was very willing to accommodate my childcare needs. We met with Jen and loved her, as well as her space. She has the space designed very well and has ample outdoor space (which was lacking at my last childcare facility). She has a well structured daily routine and schedule, provides nutritious food for the kids, is supportive of potty training needs/schedules, and communicates regularly. Jen is very warm, welcoming, calm, and nurturing. She is an all around great human and I am happy to have sent both of babes to her over the past year. Aging into preschool and then the coronavirus pandemic are the only reasons they don't attend anymore. I highly recommend Jen's Daycare!! read more

We were so lucky to be a part of Jen's daycare from the time our son was 18 months until he was 3 and we moved out of the bay area. Leaving Jen's was one of the hardest parts of the move! She is warm, flexible, transparent, provides consistent and kind guidance, and seriously felt like a third parent to our son. He was always excited to go to "Jen's House" and as a bonus was great friends with Jen's own son who was at the daycare at the time. The space is beautiful and she's got a great backyard that we would often hear stories about from our son :-) Can't recommend Jen enough if you're looking for a positive, enriching daycare experience for your kiddo. read more

Jen is gentle, patient and consistent. We could always count on her to greet us at the door each morning with enthusiasm and kindness! Our son is a sensitive guy and more on the reserved side and Jen's daycare did so well with him. She worked hard to get him to feel comfortable in a group setting. She knows so much about early childhood development and also proved to be a great informational resource for us as new parents. read more

This place is sincerely the best. Jen has a passion for early childhood education which is so very clear from our experience. I looked high and low for a good daycare when our daughter turned 1 year old. When we found Jen's Daycare I was thrilled. This was our daughters first daycare experience, and Jen was so kind, respectful, and responsive to her needs during the transition. Our daughter felt some apprehension at first, but now she jumps with excitement when Jen greets us every morning. Jen is responsive throughout the day if we have any questions. The daycare space is always clean and calm. The toys are age appropriate and well-maintained. The food is organic whenever possible and my daughter usually eats well and also tries new foods. Our daughter also rests very well during nap time. The activities are fun and engaging and my daughter is learning so much, like recently she started singing her ABC's which she learned from Jen. Our daughter creates art projects, plays outside, engages with other kids, and all around thriving in this environment. We highly recommend this very special daycare! read more

Jen's Daycare is a really special place. I looked at a number of home daycare options for my son when he was an infant and toddler, and was very impressed both by Jen's home facility and her warm and lovely manner. Her home is clean and bright, full of lovely toys and educational activities, unlike many of the cluttered and chaotic facilities I'd seen previously. Jen always greeted us with a warm smile and it was clear that my son adored her. There were days I felt overwhelmed taking care of one little person -- but Jen never seemed to have any challenges meeting the needs of three or four little people, each getting exactly the attention they needed and engaging in ways that seemed both fun and interesting. Jen makes sure the children have plenty of outdoor time, plenty of quiet time, plenty of creative time, and plenty of fun. I really valued the safe, reliable, and warm care Jen offered, and would very enthusiastically recommend her services to parents looking for a wonderful child care option! read more