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Top 10 daycares in Stockton, CA

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St. Andrews Newday Preschool

St. Andrews Newday Preschool

New on TrustedCare
49+ years in business
Serves Stockton, CA
Established in 1975, St Andrews Newday Preschool is a state-licensed child care facility in Stockton, CA, dedicated to offering top-notch early care and learning programs for children aged two to pre-kindergarten. Using a Christian-based curriculum, the preschool fosters total growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment. With an experienced and dedicated team, St Andrews Newday Preschool ensures that each child is loved and understood, promoting academic, spiritual, emotional, and social growth.
Camino Al Futuro Early Bilingual Academy

Camino Al Futuro Early Bilingual Academy

New on TrustedCare
Serves Stockton, CA
Camino al Futuro Early Bilingual Academy, based in Stockton, California, offers a unique Spanish immersion childcare experience. With over two decades of experience, they specialize in developing children's socio-emotional, language, and motor skills within a play-based learning environment. The academy prides itself on being Black-owned, Latina-owned, and women-owned, offering personalized care in both public and private school settings. They also provide 24-hour childcare services to accommodate the needs of the community.
Burks Building Blocks

Burks Building Blocks

New on TrustedCare
10+ years in business
Serves Stockton, CA
Welcome to Burks Building Blocks, where we prioritize your child's growth and development in a nurturing and safe environment. Located in Stockton, CA, our daycare offers personalized care with a small, dedicated team committed to fostering a love for learning. We focus on creating an engaging atmosphere where children can explore and thrive, building the foundational blocks for their future success. At Burks Building Blocks, we are dedicated to supporting your child's journey with us every step of the way.
Paradise For Kids

Paradise For Kids

New on TrustedCare
24+ years in business
Serves Stockton, CA
Paradise for Kids is a reputable family-owned daycare in Manteca, California, and surrounding areas. Founded in 2004, they have over 15 years of experience providing high-quality child care in the industry. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment, they invite potential clients to contact them for a tour and experience their services firsthand.
St. Luke's Catholic Preschool

St. Luke's Catholic Preschool

New on TrustedCare
Serves Stockton, CA
Based in Stockton, California, St. Luke's Catholic Preschool provides a nurturing environment for children aged 2-5 years. The institution not only prepares its students for Kindergarten but also instills a strong foundation in religion. With a comprehensive curriculum, including play, music, alphabet, numbers, and shapes for younger children, and a more advanced Houghton Mifflin-based curriculum for pre-kindergarten class, St. Luke's Catholic Preschool ensures an all-rounded development for its students.
George W Bush Elementary

George W Bush Elementary

New on TrustedCare
Serves Stockton, CA
George W. Bush Elementary School, located in Stockton, California, is a pillar of the Stockton Unified School District, serving students from kindergarten to eighth grade. Further, it houses a state-run Head Start Program for preschool-aged children, offering services such as nutrition, social services, and special needs assistance. In addition to education, the school provides two half-day sessions and meals for a maximum capacity of 24 children. Simultaneously, Chavez High School, also part of the district, operates a licensed daycare center for up to 44 children.
Parvin's Hopeland Preschool

Parvin's Hopeland Preschool

New on TrustedCare
44+ years in business
Serves Stockton, CA
Welcome to Parvin's Hopeland Preschool, where we are dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of your child in a warm and supportive environment. Located in Stockton, CA, our expert team of seven professionals offers exceptional daycare services designed to foster social, emotional, and educational growth. At Parvin's Hopeland Preschool, your child will thrive through engaging activities and personalized attention, laying a strong foundation for their future learning journey. Join our family and watch your child blossom with us.
Ace Tots Preschool

Ace Tots Preschool

New on TrustedCare
12+ years in business
Serves Stockton, CA
Founded in 2012, Ace Tots Preschool in Stockton, CA, provides a nurturing environment for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Known for its safety measures, the preschool offers a spacious facility equipped with security cameras, fire sprinklers, and multiple exits in each room. The curriculum focuses on age-appropriate academic learning and includes music lessons, computer education, and hands-on activities. Ace Tots ensures a low student-to-teacher ratio and provides USDA-compliant meals. The center accepts subsidized payments and offers both full-time and part-time slots.
Lissette's Daycare

Lissette's Daycare

New on TrustedCare
9+ years in business
Serves Stockton, CA
Founded in 2010, Lissettes Daycare is a fully licensed childcare center located in Stockton, CA, extending their services to surrounding areas. They offer a secure, nurturing environment, fostering both physical and mental growth for children. Their program employs a balance of interactive and quiet activities to holistically develop your child's social, emotional, and intellectual capabilities. Lissettes Daycare operates from Monday to Friday, contributing to the development of the children's foundational skills through exploration, interaction, and creative activities.
The Campus Downtown

The Campus Downtown

New on TrustedCare
9+ years in business
Serves Stockton, CA
Founded in 2015, The Campus Downtown is a unique care center located in Stockton, California. The center focuses on early childhood development for children aged 18 months to 6 years, offering a half-day curriculum based around language, literacy, music, math, wellness, science, and social studies. With a state-of-the-art 14,000 square foot facility, The Campus Downtown is committed to guiding each student to their full potential and fostering a strong foundation for their future education.

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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