Dina's Family Daycare is so much more than just a daycare -- it's a warm, structured, and nurturing…read moreplace where kids truly grow and thrive. Dina doesn't just care for the children's day-to-day needs; she helps prepare them for the next stages of life, from preschool to kindergarten and beyond. We've had all three of our children in Dina's care over the years, and choosing her daycare was honestly one of the best decisions we've ever made. From the very beginning, Dina created an environment where our kids felt safe, loved, and excited to learn every day. Her routines are consistent and thoughtful -- from meals and naps to playtime and learning activities -- and she gives each child the attention they need to succeed. Thanks to her patient teaching and creative projects, our kids learned so much -- recognizing letters, numbers, shapes, and colors -- and even started writing their names by age three. By the time they moved on to kindergarten, they were confident, curious, and more than ready both academically and socially. Dina's home is always welcoming, filled with fun learning materials and toys that spark curiosity and independence. She's great about keeping parents informed and is always honest and open in her communication, which made us feel completely at ease. Dina is more than a caregiver-she's like a second mom. She truly loves and supports each child as if they were her own. She, along with Miss Rene, Kara, Big Karey, and Karey Michael, have built such a loving community where kids learn kindness, confidence, and compassion. We'll truly miss Dina and her amazing team. Our family is forever grateful for the care, love, and strong foundation she's given our children and the positive impact she's had on our lives. With her years of experience, what our kids gained from their time with her is absolutely priceless. We will miss our daycare family!

As we were searching for a daycare for our 2 1/2 year son, Dina was recommended to us by a close…read morefriend as both their boys are currently enrolled there .When we met Dina and did a quick tour, we felt an instant connection. The environment was fun and felt safe for our little one. It was definitely hard to send our him off but we knew he would be in excellent care. We love Dina and our little one does too. Its been over 2 years and he has learned so much which is preparing him for kindergarten this fall (2025). Thank you Dina and Ms Renee for all you do for these kids.

If I could give 100 stars I would! I second what all the reviews here say about this place. Amazing…read moredoesn't even begin to explain Cecy and the team at Tiny Footprints. My child attended from 18 months to 4 years old. I was incredibly apprehensive about starting due to separation anxiety, but they made him feel completely comfortable from day one.In addition to sending daily pictures and providing excellent communication, they truly support your child's growth. My kid is high energy and super active. Cecy met his energy with her own high energy--I truly don't know how she does it all! The learning program is fantastic. She met him exactly where he was at and used interactive games to teach. He was fully ready for TK when he left. They also do weekly library and park trips, plus walking trips to see the neighborhood.What makes Tiny Footprints truly special is the family atmosphere. All the kids become part of Cecy's family. The group of families is so tight-knit that they do playdates and movie nights on their own outside of school and "alumni" visit long after attending. Cecy also offers movie nights for the kids, after-hours care for date nights, and she even kept my son when I had a week-long work trip. We just moved away from the Bay Area last week, and leaving TF was so incredibly hard. We miss them so much already! If you want a safe, loving environment where your child will truly thrive, this is the place!

Our daughter attended Tiny Footprints for two years and it was absolutely amazing! From the daily…read morecheck ins, to the weekly field trips and holiday activities, our girl had a great time. Cecy and staff became family and if we could keep our toddler there until college we would lol.

My child has been attending Little Tree since 2022 and has enjoyed playing and learning there every…read moreday. The classrooms are well-equipped with age-appropriate Montessori activities, keeping her engaged and offering practice in various subjects like English, Math, Chinese, Science, and Art. She loves her teachers and often talks about them at home. I can see they are doing an excellent job teaching her not just academics, but also good behavior and independence. The teachers organize a variety of well-planned activities and events throughout the year for both US and Chinese holidays. Our family enjoys participating in these events, and we appreciate the many photos and videos shared with parents afterward to capture the memories. Another great feature of Little Tree is the optional lunch program. For $6 a day, they provide a tasty, nutritious, and balanced meal, which is one less thing for me to worry about.

Stay away from little tree unless you want to get kicked out with only a weeks notice. Our…read moreexperience with Little Tree was extremely disappointing. Our 21-month-old daughter attended the program for only about 10 days in the toddler program that is intended for 18 months and older. She was also absent for an entire week due to a fever,so basically 5 days on, 5 days off, then 5 days on. She had very limited time to adjust to a brand-new environment, teachers, routines, and expectations. The behaviors described to us were that she is very active and curious, sometimes puts objects in her mouth, and may quickly move away from the group. The school itself acknowledged in writing that these behaviors can be common at her age. What was most concerning to us was how quickly this determination was made. At only 21 months old and after approximately 10 days of actual attendance, we did not feel she was given an adequate opportunity to adjust to the classroom environment. We also would have appreciated more collaboration with us regarding strategies that could have been tried before the decision was made to end her enrollment. Everyday after pick up we got nothing but good feedback from teachers. Then one day a email saying her last day is in a week. Again stay clear away from little tree if you have a baby who loves to explore their environment and have fun. This center should have never been approved for a 18 month toddler program. Evidently they are not equipped to handle young toddlers.

Donya's the absolute best caregiver. We've had her look after our two kids both as babysitting and…read moreday care and our kids are head over heels love with her. Donya treats them like her own kids. We feel so lucky having her in our lives.

I can't recommend Donya highly enough. I am an early childhood mental health consultant and…read moreperinatal therapist and I have been blown away by the secure and nurturing environment that Donya provides. She truly loves her work and all the children and it's been an incredible relief to know that my child is loved and protected as if she were a member of the family. Donya also builds strong relationships with the whole family and always makes time to check in each day at drop off and pick up. She genuinely cares how we are doing as a family and has given us so much love and support. Donya also creates opportunities for families to connect and build community. When my daughter was just starting to talk, "Donya" was a primary word for getting her needs met. I love knowing she's experiencing rich learning activities like dance, art, and music and tons of time outside in Donya's safe and magical backyard. She loves Donya's nourishing, delicious food and always eats well there. With Donya's support, she has built beautiful friendships with the other kids. Overall, she has thrived there. Donya is one of the most dedicated, loving childcare providers I have met!

My son attended Sunny from 7mos to 3 years old and I could not be happier with Mayra and Sara…read more.. and Vivi and Andre too. They truly helped me raise my son, which as a solo parent I very much appreciate. From crafts, to early learning activities, to outdoor play, to live music and singing my son left Sunny a more fulfilled child and fully ready for preschool. I had not planned for my son to be bilingual but l the Spanish he learned at Sunny made the decision to continue to a Spanish immersion preschool a must for me. And the food! I honestly do not know what we will do without the wonderfully cooked often-Colombian inspired meals, with organic ingredients. My son also had an egg allergy that they worked around so well. I feel very lucky to have found Mayra and her team.

My baby was going here for 6+ month and I am extremely happy with how the team cares for my baby…read more What I especially like: - great hours: I am able to drop off my baby early enough to be at the office on-site in time for the day to start (I am not allowed to work from home) - they are great about feeding my baby his milk and are great at feeding his food as well. - the team got my baby into a great sleeping routine. I highly recommend.

I found this wonderful daycare four years ago when my first child was an infant, and now my second…read morechild still attends. My children are two years apart, and both have had an amazing experience here. Not only have my children learned and grown so much, but as a first-time mom, I've also gained valuable knowledge and guidance from Ceci. Her experience with children truly shows in the level of care and education she provides. As my oldest prepares for their final year before kindergarten, I feel confident and proud of how ready they are. They know their ABCs, colors, songs, and have developed strong social skills. Most importantly, my children genuinely love being there. I feel completely at ease while at work, knowing my children are safe, well cared for, and receiving a strong early education. Thank you, Baby Penguin Daycare, for being such a nurturing, supportive, and enriching environment for my children. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent.

Our family has been with this daycare for about 10 years now, and I truly can't say enough good…read morethings about them. They started caring for my oldest daughter when she was just 1 year old, and she is now 11. Since then, all of my daughters have gone there as well -- starting when they were only 2-3 months old. My girls are now 8, 5, and 4, and this daycare has been such an important part of their early childhood. One thing I really appreciate is how much they focus on teaching the kids their basics. My daughters learned their numbers, ABCs, and many early learning skills while in their care, which helped prepare them for school. They also make sure the kids are always well fed with healthy meals and snacks. The daycare is run by the owner along with her daughter, Nelly, and her dad, who the kids lovingly call "Abuelo." It really feels like a family environment, and my daughters have always felt safe, loved, and cared for there. It's also a wonderful Spanish-speaking childcare environment, which has been such a positive experience for our family. Finding someone you trust with your children is not easy, but this daycare has truly been a blessing to our family for many years. I'm very grateful for the care, patience, and love they've given my girls throughout the years, and I would highly recommend them to any parent looking for a caring and trustworthy daycare.

Oh my gosh, I cannot say enough about how amazing Lola is! We brought our son to Del Norte…read moreChildcare when he turned one and she immediately put me at ease with how quickly she connected with him at such a young age. She has created a wonderful program and space that teaches kids so many different things (academically, socially, behaviorally, everything!). My son has learned so much from her and now that he's started TK, I realize just how prepared my son is thanks to everything Lola has taught him. She let us know each day how his day went and provided really great insight on his development throughout the years (eating habits, sleeping, potty training, etc.). She also provides nutritious lunches and snacks for the kids and is really in tune with their needs and personalities. We miss her immensely and I absolutely recommend her to any families looking for an amazing daycare. My son spent an incredible 3 years with her and Lola is the best!

We were with Lola( provider) for over 3 years, and both of our daughters attended until they were…read moreready to start TK. From the very beginning, she created such a caring and nurturing environment for the kids. Her ability to communicate in both Spanish and English was a huge plus for our family and really helped with our girls' early language development. She was always very communicative, keeping us updated on how the day went and making sure we felt involved in their routines. She also provided healthy lunches every day, which made things so much easier for us as working parents. Most importantly, she always made sure the kids were well-fed, well-rested, and happy. We're so grateful for the love and care she gave our daughters--she truly became part of our extended family. I would highly recommend her daycare to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and reliable place for their little ones.

Ms. Jay is absolutely amazing! I wish I could have kept my son with her for forever. She is patient…read moreand so kind! He absolutely adores her. Very neat and clean space and well structured daily schedule. She got him prepared for Tk and he is thriving! I would recommend sending your babies here! It's amazing

My three year old son has been with Miss J since January of this year. She has played a major role…read morein his potty training, speech, academics, social skills and the list truly goes on. Miss J is extremely nurturing with the children! When I was searching for a daycare for my son and we spoke over the phone, you can actually HEAR the love she has for the babies. I have never once had to be concerned about the safety of my child since he's been in her care! Thank you Miss J for all that you have done and continue to do!

Our son has gone to Virginia's every weekday for almost 3 years now, and we wouldn't hesitate to…read morerecommend her to anyone. To echo several other reviews here, her daycare truly does feel like family, with Virginia the kind and loving grandmother at its heart. It is a small, in-home program, so Virginia and the kids all get to know each other very well. Her home is cozy and bright, providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children. Like a family, they observe holidays and birthdays with celebrations and fun projects. Virginia approaches each child as an individual and meets them where they are in their personality and development. She mixes play, basic educational activities, and social lessons to provide a well-rounded experience. For outdoor fun and exercise, Virginia takes the whole gang to Burg Park--only a few blocks away--every day. This summer they're even doing a weekly soccer class with a local coach! We cannot say enough good things about Virginia and her loving home, and we encourage anyone looking for childcare in the area to come see what has made her a beloved neighborhood institution for over 15 years.

Our son went to Virginia's from 6 months old to 4 years old, and absolutely loved her. She is the…read moremost caring and attentive childcare provider we've ever met. She felt like family. Virginia provided stimulating and educational activities, a safe environment, and overall loving care for all the kids. Every day, she would take the kids to the nearby park, providing free play in a safe space. We were lucky to have found her.

My son has been taken care of since he was three months old, he is now 4 and he loves his daycare…read more "Nana" (Ms. Veronica) has been very loving, caring and so attentive. The kids learn Spanish, have leadership opportunities, and have tons of fun specially at holiday and birthday celebrations. I cannot say enough good things about Veronica's Family Day Care, I strongly recommend it, your child will be in good hands.

Veronica's Family Daycare is DEFINITELY where you want to have your child(ren) taken care of!…read moreThere's no one who is more loving and caring then Ms.Veronica herself!! She's been both of my son's babysitter since they were about 4 months old and I honestly couldn't have chosen a better person. She cares about each one of the kids she has as if they were her own. She cooks for the kids takes them on field trips, to the park, celebrates their birthdays and holidays and the kids always have so much Fun there. I would 100000% recommend her Daycare as I know as a mom it is really hard to leave your children with someone but I am so happy that I found her my oldest son is now almost 3 and he loves her like his second Mom. I am very happy with all they do and for how much they help by taking care of my precious little babies. 5 stars for this Richmond/San Pablo Gem