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Top 10 daycares in San Bernardino, CA

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Munchkin Village Christian

Munchkin Village Christian

16+ years in business
Serves San Bernardino, CA
Welcome to Munchkin Village Christian in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, where we provide a nurturing and faith-based daycare environment for your little ones. Our dedicated team is committed to fostering a safe and loving atmosphere that encourages growth, learning, and exploration. With personalized attention from our experienced staff, we ensure each child receives the care and guidance they need to thrive. Join us in creating a strong foundation for your child's future in a supportive and spiritually enriching setting.
Kennedy Family Child Care

Kennedy Family Child Care

5.0(1)
10+ years in business
Serves San Bernardino, CA
Brandon B. says, "Would highly recommend Miss Kennedy‘s daycare to anyone, it was a pleasure working with her and having my son in the daycare. she’s very understanding and easy to work with, and her prices are great." Read more
Rincon Family Child Care

Rincon Family Child Care

25+ years in business
Serves San Bernardino, CA
Rincon Family Child Care, located in San Bernardino, CA, is a trusted, home-based daycare provider. They are dedicated to serving the children and families within the local community and surrounding areas. With a maximum capacity of 8 children, they offer a safe and nurturing environment, featuring a fenced-in outdoor play area for children to explore. Conveniently situated near Arrowview Middle School, Rincon Family Child Care is the go-to choice for many families in the area.
Fuentes Family Child Care

Fuentes Family Child Care

20+ years in business
Serves San Bernardino, CA
Established in 2005, Fuentes Family Child Care, based in San Bernardino, CA, offers flexible residential childcare services to local families. With the capacity to accommodate up to 14 children aged 0-12, the bilingual staff provides engaging daily activities, including arts and crafts. Early headstart program for children 0-3 and preschool. The one-story home is equipped with toys, and children have access to a fenced backyard. Fuentes Family Child Care operates 24 hours, providing free meals and snacks, with overnight care available. Payment options are flexible, with subsidies, checks, and cash being accepted.
Happy Purple Hippo Home Daycare

Happy Purple Hippo Home Daycare

Serves San Bernardino, CA
Happy Purple Hippo Home Daycare believes children reach their greatest growth when they feel safe. For this reason we offer a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages.
ClearLee Child Care LLC

ClearLee Child Care LLC

4+ years in business
Serves San Bernardino, CA
ClearLee Child Care LLC, based in Moreno Valley, California, offers expert and affordable licensed child care services for children aged between 2 months and 5 years. Key services include , meals, a structured curriculum, as well as assistance with potty training. ClearLee, proud to be a Black-owned business, caters to up to 8 children, providing a nurturing and engaging environment conducive to their growth and development.
Chasing Moore Rainbows WeeCare

Chasing Moore Rainbows WeeCare

8+ years in business
Serves San Bernardino, CA
Chasing Moore Rainbows WeeCare, located in Moreno Valley, California, provides a fun and safe environment for children to learn and grow. Open 23 hours a day and 7 days a week, the daycare accommodates parents' busy schedules. The curriculum is diverse, featuring story time, music immersion, exercise, sign language, cooking, gardening, and manners. Seasonal themes add variety to the activities. Children also enjoy ample play space, both indoors and outdoors. The team ensures regular updates for parents, keeping them involved in their child's learning journey.
Caring Hearts Child Development Center

Caring Hearts Child Development Center

Serves San Bernardino, CA
Caring Hearts Child Development Center, based in San Bernardino, California, offers licensed daycare services and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The center, which can accommodate up to 13 children, focuses on helping them meet their developmental milestones, largely through play experiences. Caring Hearts is committed to nurturing young minds and serving the families in San Bernardino and surrounding areas.
Blue Mountain Academy

Blue Mountain Academy

Serves San Bernardino, CA
Blue Mountain Academy is a Montessori and Faith based child care that focuses on the individual needs of each child. Our highly regarded Grand Terrace Child Care Programs are based on over 17 years of experience working with young children and their families. Our Kindergarten Prep Program prepares our students to excel in the Best Schools by building strong academic skills and a cooperative approach to working with their teachers and peers and a love of learning. Your child's development will be rounded out with lessons in art appreciation and hands on projects in many media; movement, cultural activities, STEM activities and much much
Williams Family Child Care

Williams Family Child Care

Serves San Bernardino, CA
Williams Family Child Care, located in San Bernardino, CA, has been diligently serving the community with its exceptional childcare services. The company's unique approach to child development involves learning through play, with age-appropriate activities and lessons. Their primary goal is to ensure that each child achieves all developmental milestones. This family-oriented care setting offers a nurturing and engaging environment for children to learn, play, and grow.

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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