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Top 10 daycares in Fresno, CA

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Mama G Little Bear Exploring Center🧸

Mama G Little Bear Exploring Center🧸

5.0(1)
Serves Fresno, CA
Mauricio L. says, "My kids always look forward to going to Mama G's little bear exploring center. Kids learn in a vibrant, safe environment. I recommend Mama G!" Read more
Little Angels Daycare

Little Angels Daycare

5+ years in business
Serves Fresno, CA
Childcare between 6 months to 12 years transportation to near schools,foods games and more open Monday to Friday 5:00am to 5:00 pm
Little Clovers Daycare

Little Clovers Daycare

4+ years in business
Serves Fresno, CA
Founded in Fresno, California, Little Clovers Daycare is a dedicated in-home childcare provider. Serving the Fresno area and its surroundings, the daycare is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for children. It provides high-quality care that parents can trust, focusing on individualized attention to cater to each child's unique needs. Little Clovers Daycare is more than just a daycare - it's a home away from home for your little ones.
Busy Bee’s Daycare

Busy Bee’s Daycare

Serves Fresno, CA
Busy Bee Daycare offers a loving, safe, and educational environment for your child to grow, learn and play. We can understand how difficult it can be for working parents to balance all of their commitments and responsibilities in their lives. For this reason we strive to offer a program that will enrich your child's development while putting your mind at ease. We will do our best to assist your child in developing important values such as: good manners, caring, sharing, patience, responsibility, as well as communication and teamwork. We believe that children learn best through play, and we will implement these important values throughout our
FriendShip ChildCare

FriendShip ChildCare

Serves Fresno, CA
Hello & Welcome to FriendShip ChildCare! My name is Chavilah (Hava)! I have been a nanny for 9 years & have recently opened a licensed in-home childcare home in the Ashlan/Cornelia neighborhood of Fresno! I have experience watching multiple age groups, & children at once & enjoying engaging every one in fun games! FriendShip ChildCare is currently offering overnight care from 6pm-6am the next day, starting Sunday night-Thursday night & daycare from 7am-4pm Monday-Friday. Please feel free to contact me if you would like more information or would like to stop by for a visit! We look forward to meeting you & your children!
Allison's Family Childcare

Allison's Family Childcare

12+ years in business
Serves Fresno, CA
Allison Wilson Family Child Care, located in Clovis, CA, is a family home care center dedicated to providing children an enriching environment for growth and learning. The two-story home is carefully designed to offer children access to select rooms equipped with age-appropriate toys, books, and games. Safety is a priority, with a family dog securely kept away during child care hours. Catering to a maximum enrollment of 14, this establishment ensures individual attention and a warm, homely atmosphere.
Kidz Can 2 Child Development Center

Kidz Can 2 Child Development Center

Serves Fresno, CA
Kidz Can 2 CDC, located in Fresno, California, is a privately owned daycare center servicing the local and surrounding areas. The center is licensed to provide care and educational experiences for up to 48 children. They offer programs for toddlers, pre-K, and school-age children, using an age-appropriate curriculum to foster social, cognitive, and intellectual development. Kidz Can 2 CDC is conveniently situated near Jefferson Elementary School and a community hospital, and provides meals for the children in its care.
Leavenworth Elementary School

Leavenworth Elementary School

Serves Fresno, CA
Leavenworth Pre School is a leading educational institution based in Fresno, California, serving the surrounding areas. They are committed to providing a nurturing and educational environment for children. The school fosters a love for learning and focuses on the overall development of the child. Leavenworth Pre School is known for its high-quality education and dedicated staff.
Fusd-Heaton Child Development Center-School Age

Fusd-Heaton Child Development Center-School Age

Serves Fresno, CA
Fusd-Heaton Child Development Center-School Age, located in the heart of Fresno, CA, specializes in providing quality child care services. This licensed daycare center creates a nurturing and engaging environment, accommodating up to 28 children. Whether you live in Fresno or the surrounding areas, Fusd-Heaton Child Development Center is dedicated to offering a unique play experience for your child. Reach out to them to discuss prices and availability.
FUSD-Burroughs

FUSD-Burroughs

Serves Fresno, CA
Founded in 2010, State Pre School is a dedicated non-profit organization based in Fresno, CA, serving the local and surrounding areas. They offer high-quality services for children aged three to six and their families. With a focus on clear, measurable success, they provide care that cultivates the growth and development of young children. Their commitment to quality child care is evident in their day-to-day operations, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met in a nurturing environment.

Your Daycare questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on TrustedCare.

How much does daycare cost?

Daycare costs depend on the child’s age group, the type of daycare, and where you live. Infant daycare is typically the most expensive, ranging from $650 to $1,500 per month. Infant daycare requires higher ratios of caregivers to children, which increases costs. Babies require more individualized attention, including diaper changes, feedings, and naps. As the child ages and becomes more independent, this ratio decreases along with daycare costs.

Traditional daycare centers tend to charge higher rates than home-based family daycare centers or co-ops. However, they usually have lower child-to-caregiver ratios, offer a wider range of amenities and activities, and have stricter qualifications for staff. Church-based, YMCA, or other non-profit child care centers offer lower rates, while home-based daycare is typically the cheapest option due to the low overhead costs.

In urban areas with a higher cost of living, daycare costs tend to be higher to cover the cost of higher rent and teacher salaries. Suburban and rural daycare centers have lower overhead costs, which often translates to more affordable daycare.

Is daycare tax deductible?

No, you cannot directly deduct daycare expenses on your federal tax return. However, if you qualify, there's a tax credit designed to assist with daycare costs, known as the Child and Dependent Care Credit.

The Child and Dependent Care Credit enables you to claim a percentage of your eligible childcare expenses. It ranges from 20% to 35% of allowable expenses, capping at $3,000 for one qualifying child and $6,000 for two or more qualifying children (applicable to the 2023 tax year). Consult a qualified tax professional to confirm if your eligibility.

Can a daycare charge you when they are closed?

Some daycares may charge a reduced fee or no fee at all during certain closures, while others may maintain regular charges. The terms in your daycare contract or agreement should outline whether or not you are charged when they are closed. It's common for daycares to have specific policies regarding fees during closures, such as holidays or other scheduled breaks.

If you're unsure, reach out to the daycare directly to clarify their billing practices during closures.

How do I look up daycare violations?

To look up daycare violations, start by contacting your state’s licensing agency for childcare facilities. You can usually find this information through your state’s Department of Health and Human Services online database.

Another option is to reach out to community resources such as local parenting groups, forums, or social media groups. Other parents may share their experiences or provide information about daycare violations in your area. Finally, consider a visit the daycare center directly and ask for information about any past violations. Daycare centers are often required to make this information accessible to parents.

How do I choose a daycare?

When picking a daycare, trust your instincts and choose a daycare that aligns with your child's needs, your values, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for their development. Follow these additional suggestions to find the best fit for you and your child:

  • Get recommendations from other parents, friends, and pediatricians to start your search.
  • Visit in person to make sure the spaces are clean, safe, and friendly.
  • Ask about caregiver qualifications, such as CPR training, early childhood education background, and experience with children of a similar age.
  • Understand the daycare's approach to early education, discipline, feeding, and soothing methods.
  • Choose a daycare that is licensed and accredited to meet government-set health and safety standards.
  • Check if parents are encouraged to participate in the program and if there are opportunities for parental engagement.
  • Contact current and former clients for feedback on their experiences with the daycare.
  • Consider making unannounced visits to get a true sense of the daycare's daily operations
  • Look for a daycare with a suitable curriculum, flexible schedules, and activities that fit your preferences.
  • Visit the daycare with your child and see how they react to the space, teachers, and other children.
  • Secure a spot on the waiting list as early as possible, especially for sought-after infant programs.

What questions should I ask when evaluating potential daycare centers?

Gather as much information as you can to find the daycare that best fits your family’s needs. Be prepared with a list of questions when visiting daycares, including:

  • Is your daycare licensed and accredited to meet safety standards?
  • Are teachers credentialed and trained in CPR/First Aid?
  • What are the class sizes and student-teacher ratios for each age group?
  • What are the daycare's hours of operation and rates?
  • How does the daycare handle discipline?
  • Will the daycare assist with potty training?
  • How much time do children spend in free-play and outdoors?
  • Are meals and snacks provided by the daycare?
  • How are food allergies handled by the daycare?
  • What enrichment programs and activities are available?

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