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Preschools in Downey, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Alkhatib Family Child Care

It's good place for kids to get love, kindness, and fun like a home. I'm really recommend for everyone to go and see if you looking for...

- Sherine H.

Salzar Family Child Care

We absolutely love Maria. She is such a wonderful sitter that watched our little boy for about 2 years. I always felt like he was in a safe...

- Mayra S.

Teena Child Care Home

Teenas day care is exactly what I've been looking for. My kids have been with her since they were two weeks old and now they are ten years...

- Jessica M.

Top Preschools Near Downey

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Alkhatib Family Child Care

11000 Woodruff Ave Downey, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Family Daycare (Licensed). We offer a 24-hour daycare service from 0 to 12 years old. We provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for your children. Experience in dealing with challenging behaviors. I have certificates in Child Development and Special Needs from Cerritos College, plus I have four certificates from the...

Sherine H. says "It's good place for kids to get love, kindness, and fun like a home. I'm really recommend for everyone to go and see if you looking for somewhere to keep...

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Salzar Family Child Care

8430 Imperial Hwy Downey, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Hi, My name is Maria and I offer 24 hours 7 days a week, ages 0-12. I have 12 years of experience with young children and I am a pre-school teacher.

Mayra S. says "We absolutely love Maria. She is such a wonderful sitter that watched our little boy for about 2 years. I always felt like he was in a safe place and loves...

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Teena Child Care Home

9711 Stamps Ave Downey, CA

5.0(20)

State license verified

Licensed Family Daycare Hello parent, My Daycare is the place where the kids don't want to leave :) My name is Teena, I'm licensed daycare provider for children, age newborn till 12 years of age. I am open from 6:00 am till 8:00pm...

Jessica M. says "Teenas day care is exactly what I've been looking for. My kids have been with her since they were two weeks old and now they are ten years old! They...

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Castillo's Family Day Care

12912 Glynn Ave Downey, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
In-Home daycare
Castillo's Family Day Care, located in Downey, California, offers year-round child care programs geared towards preschool and school-age children. The company’s programs are designed for kids between the ages of zero to twelve years old. Castillo’s Family Day Care also provides pick-up and drop-off transportation services for...

Elizavette C. says "Overall atmosphere is a welcoming family home with a wonderful Provider who brings forth proper care and supervision for children. h Home cooked meals...

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Graces Infant Care

7353 Adwen St Downey, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Graces Infant Care is a childcare and early childhood education provider located in Downey, California. The center provides children with a cozy, home-like environment and quality preschool curriculum to help in the growth and development of children. The childcare provider is licensed by the state and has experience in Head...

Oscar C says "In search of infant care. 10 week old starting January."

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St Marks Preschool

10354 Downey Ave. Downey, CA

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
St. Mark's preschool was established in 1970, and is a non-profit private school serving the children of the surrounding communities. Our preschool is Christian oriented and is open to children of all faiths, race, color, sex or national origin. St. Mark's Preschool is open for preschoolers ages 3-5. Our hours are...
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Rancho Los Amigos Children's C

7755 Golondrinas Street Downey, CA

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and...
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Rancho Los Amigos Children's C

7755 Golondrinas Street Downey, CA

State license verified

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and...
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Caceres Family Daycare

8232 Birchcrest Road Downey, CA

State license verified

We are a large family childcare/preschool, we have created a happy, safe environment where your child can continue to grow educationally, physically, socially, emotionally with nurturing and love that only a home environment can provide. Preschool Year: September - June, We would love for you to come visit, so give us a call,...
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Zhuris Care

12709 Lakewood Blvd Downey, CA

Hello I'm a certified nursing assistant, currently finishing my Registered Nursing school degree. I have a in home child care program. I focus on learning and developing toddlers motor skills. I will assist in potty training if needed. I'm also CPR certified and have child care education.
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Ready Set Play

7946 De Palma St Downey, CA

Child care
Preschool
Ready Set Play located at 7946 De Palma Street, Downey, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from eight AM to four PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities including summer...
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Alcantar Daycare

6529 Rivergrove Dr. Downey, CA

Our goal is to provide all children with positive social and academic experiences that will help create a successful foundation for their school years. Credentialed Teacher/Bilingual Hours of Service: M-F 6:30am-6:00pm. Serving ages 3-5yrs. Pre-School Curriculum Small Class Setting(max.8) Large Playground Classroom...
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Around The World Children's Center

10441 Lakewood Blvd Downey, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Around The World Children's Center in Downey, California offers childcare and preschool education for two year old children up to the first grade. They provide an environment where children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth are encouraged with fun, hands-on activities. The preschool's indoor playground...
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Downey Christian School

10335 Paramount Blvd Downey, CA

Kindergarten
Downey Christian School at 10335 Paramount Boulevard, Downey, CA is a non-denominational school that offer a quality academic and spiritual program for children from Kindergarten to Eighth Grade. The school provides challenging educational programs designed to equip students with the fundamental skills.
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CHRIST LUTHERAN CHILD CARE CENTER

7707 Florence Ave Downey, CA

Child care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Christ Lutheran Child Care Center is an evangelism of Christ Lutheran Church at 7707 Florence Avenue, Downey, CA. The center is a warm and welcoming congregation that aims to provide children with an environment that stimulates their emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
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Lil' Lollypop Preschool

8012 Whitaker St Buena Park, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
We are a school readiness preschool that serves families with children ages 2-10 in the city of Buena Park. Potty training is available for 2-3-year-olds. Children are engaged in daily age appropriate activities that are fun and stimulating to their development. A set curriculum is followed by teachers in order to plan their...

Janet W. says "My 2 grandsons attended Lil' Lollypop for 3 years. Between the 2, we went through the 2 and 3 year old classrooms, pre k class and after school daycare....

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Primanti Montessori Academy

10947 Valley Home Avenue Whittier, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
International
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 3 more
Primanti Montessori Academy is a Montessori school located in Whittier serving the cities of La Habra, Buena Park, Hacienda Heights, Rowland Heights and La Mirada. Our Infant Program starts Infants from 6-Weeks. Our Montessori Program includes Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary...

Ella G says "Primanti Montessori Academy not just offers the best program for kids to learn, it also provides a warm & educational environment for toddlers to grow! The...

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Little Stepper's Preschool Learning Pod

5570 Lewis Ave Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Little Stepper's Preschool Learning Pod is ENROLLING NOW! We accept 2-5 year old's who are potty-trained. Hours are from 9-2pm or 8:30-3:30pm extended. Our 6 to 1 student - teacher ratio will ensure your little one gets the attention they need. For only $14 per hour we will partner with you to prepare your kiddo for...

Dr. Joy B. says "We are so grateful for Little Stepper's Learning Pod! It is a great alternative to center-based learning, for multiple reasons. I absolutely love the 1-3...

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Gateway Montessori & Preschool

14121 Coteau Dr Whittier CA 90604 Whittier, CA

3.7(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Welcome to Gateway Montessori Preschool. We are so pleased that you have stopped by our location in Whittier, Our facility offers an innovative and creative Montessori program for children ages 3mon - 6 years. Offering a bespoke curriculum for your young child that is rooted in the Montessori tradition, we aim to nurture the...

Care Member says "My almost 2 year old son is enrolled at gateway Montessori. I see professional women caring for our children. I believe every one has different...

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Parkview Family Day Care

4323 Parkview Drive Lakewood, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
If you're looking for quality child care, you've come to the right place. At Parkview Family Day Care we'll give your child the attention and care they deserve. We are following all recommended safety guidelines during the current pandemic. We offer a nationally acclaimed preschool program. We spend our days outdoors lessons...

Care Member says "We have had a wonderful experience with Toni and her staff at Parkview. My toddler son is thriving there and looks forward to being dropped off every...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Downey, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Downey, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Downey, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Downey, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Downey, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Downey, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Downey, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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