We're so grateful to SPN for helping us out with temporary / short term childcare during the…read moresummers for our two children. We are especially grateful to Maggie, who was able to find a replacement nanny in less than 24 hours with some challenging circumstances that happened last minute with one of my kids! The nannies that we've had have all been very professional, kind and thoughtful. It's been such a pleasure to work with SPN and feel so supported to have them in our community.

Seven years after being placed by SPN, I'd like to write a new review because I am still so…read moreimpressed with the team there. Maggie just spent 30 minutes on the phone with me answering questions and letting me pick her brain (it's a very good brain!). She's so articulate and experienced and I came away feeling supported and cared for and I received sage advice that I will feel safe implementing at work. It should be stated again that SPN are so good at what they do; they placed me with a wonderful family 7 years ago and I'm still there! Amazing, right? Thanks again Stanford Park!

College Nannies and Sitters is one of the best options for child care, and for students (with…read moreexperience of course) looking for exciting Full/part time positions. I was a CNS nanny for about a year and a half, while studying at De Anza college, and it was one of the most comfortable, most professional companies I have ever had the pleasure of working with! They allowed me to set my schedule every week based on MY availability! (crazy right!) They gave me the option of working regularly with the same families, become a tutor or babysit for date nights; I chose all of the above. I was able to work with so many different children, parents, throughout the Bay Area. The CNS staff was always super attentive and made sure I felt comfortable in any new home I was going to be visiting. 100/100 would recommend CNS!

This is a great place to work! Everyone is super curtious and helpful with answering questions and…read morethere is even free training! It is super easy to navigate the app as well that you use to confirm assignments and document what you did with the children etc... It is also a steady job since there are always families in need of nannies and even last minute care. This company truly cares about their staff and families and their is plenty of room for growth within this company!

We couldn't be happier with the Building Kidz preschool in Menlo Park. We tried another preschool…read morein the area but our daughter didn't like it. Now, she wakes up every morning excited to go to school. The team are so caring, well organized the amenities are fantastic and the activities very engaging. And the kids there are just lovely. Shoutout to Sylvia and team for doing such a great job! We love BKMP and highly recommend it.

Love this school and teacher Has been the best decision for…read moremy little one They are thriving

Best agency for nanny! If u need extra hands for ur little one, come and where a phone call away.read more

This is an excellent company run by excellent people. I have already referred them to every parent…read moreI know. I can relax at work knowing my child is in the best possible hands.

Genuine Nannies is truly exceptional at what they do. Their approach to matchmaking is thoughtful…read moreand intentional--they understand that each nanny has unique skills, and not every nanny fits every family. Amy and Marie take the time to ensure real alignment, and they never submit a candidate unless there's genuine compatibility. They represent one of the strongest portfolios of nannies in the Bay Area, and their work is driven by both passion and compassion--something rare even compared to top corporate recruiters. I'm now working with two wonderful families through Genuine Nannies and feel honored to be part of the homes they carefully matched me with. Highly recommend for Nannies and for Families.

I am writing this letter to sincerely thank Genuine Nannies for helping me find an amazing nanny…read moreposition. I cannot speak highly enough of their services and the genuine care they put into connecting nannies with the right families. I had been searching for a new position for several weeks when I found Genuine Nannies. Unlike other experiences I've had, this agency immediately made me feel supported. They were diligent in verifying my background and references, which I know ensures they only represent high-caliber caregivers. The team took the time to truly listen to what I was looking for, ensuring that my skills and personality aligned with the family. They were incredibly professional, navigating the contract negotiations smoothly and providing me with peace of mind every step of the way. Because of their hard work, I am now in a role that I absolutely love. If you are a nanny looking for a professional, warm, and effective agency, I highly recommend Genuine Nannies, Amy and Marie are truly the best in the business. Best, Elsa.

I cannot say more wonderful things about this bright horizons location! We had an amazing…read moreexperience here with back up care, the staff are incredibly caring and it shows. On our first day we felt immediately warmly welcomed, the staff are attentive and thoughtful - and that is reflected in all the details and extras write ups they provide everyday. The educators here are true professionals, they make sure the kids have a fun, educational, and safe learning experience, allowing them to explore their interests.

Employer has backup and emergency care benefits. Bright Horizon here has been easy to schedule…read morethrough the employer. The place is clean and great for kids. They are very secure and safe so you can have a peace of mind when you drop off your kids. My kid definitely enjoyed the times they come here and will definitely be back next time we need!

We highly recommend La Casa de Lucy, one of our kids was there from ~8months - 3.5 years and our…read moreother kiddo was there from ~8 months to 2years. In addition to everything that has already been said, I'd reiterate at Lucy's our older kiddo would bring back 2-3 creative art projects per week. Both kids loved the food (we'd often come pick up the kids and marvel at how good it smelled right outside the door). Lucy would also send super thoughtful gifts for Father's/Mother's day. This is of course in addition to Lucy's house is very clean, Lucy is organized, has prompt communication with parents, and just sorta...knows when something is up with the kids and how to handle it. Our kids still "call" Yeya on the phone to say hello. All to say, this place was like a second family to us for several years, we're very grateful both our kids had their foundation here.

We started looking for daycare for my daughter when I was 20 weeks pregnant and almost gave up…read morebecause I toured so many in Redwood City and none of them felt right. Then we met Lucy and everything changed. I started my daughter with Lucy at 5 months old and she is still there at almost 2, and we are planning to send our second there after she is born (due soon!). I can't say enough good things about Lucy and Yeya. They clearly love the kids so much. They provide food and snacks which makes it a lot easier as a parent and will help you with nap schedules, potty training, etc. They have very little closures throughout the year compared to most other daycares. Beyond the care that Lucy and Yeya provide, it's clear my daughter loves her friends from there. We recently started doing some playdates with her daycare buddies and she is so happy to see them every time. It's such a happy environment and we feel really safe and happy with our decision to send her to Lucy's!

Before we started here I mentioned to a parent I met at a playground where we were starting…read morepreschool. We were in southern CA at the time. He immediately knew the school and said it was the best preschool in California. Turns out he does education certification for the state and analyzes preschool effectiveness for students and communities. He had visited the MACooP on several occasions. This place is wonderful! Our child's teacher is incredible, super knowledgeable, up to date with best practices, so talented and very experienced. The amount they do with these kids every day is amazing, there is always something new to explore. Very glad we gave this a try even though I was very nervous about the time commitment for parents with all the extra meetings. It is intense for sure but that intensity also comes we a deep cultural value of taking care of each other. Everyday I see parents helping each other make it through, and not just the parents who are besties or belong to the same economic bracket. Everyone helps everyone.

The Co-Op is a magical place! We started looking at and applying to preschools before our son was…read moreeven born. I went on many tours and applied to many schools, but after a lot of debate, we chose the Co-Op. It was the best decision we could have made. Our son loves going to school! While many schools call themselves play-based, the Co-Op truly is. The kids get to come in and play for 2.5 hours, choosing their own adventure from a wide variety of options. They can choose to play indoors or outdoors, no matter what the weather. The teachers are incredibly caring and really value letting kids be kids for as long as possible. The director, Teacher Kristy, does such an incredible job of advocating for the kids and staying true to the principles of a play-based philosophy. While I had concerns about the level of parental commitment, it has been one of my favorite parts of the school. Getting to watch my son in the classroom and form a close-knit community with other parents has been such a gift. Now, I can't imaging going to a school where that wouldn't be part of the routine. The parental education classes have also been so helpful. You come together with with other parents to learn from each other and support each other in the journey of parenting.

It is a horrible preschool. We visit there(STCDC-PS) for one morning at the end of July. My…read moredaughter and some of other kids sit in the table outside drawing something, then one boy kicked the ball directly to the table toward the window, every kids was shocked and scared, but no teacher come out to stop this boy. And the boy kicked again, finally, one girl that is little bit older stand out to stop the boy. However, during the whole process, no teacher said anything. After this visit, I really do not want to send my daughter to this school, so I want my deposit back, but the school said no, because they hold the spot for me. However, they only hold this spot for about one week. I canceled the check, then they emailed and mailed me to pay them the deposit. And they also threatened me that if I DO NOT pay it, they will go to collections. What a horrible school.

I cannot say enough good things about DCC. I feel so fortunate that my child spent some formative…read moreyears there and incredibly grateful to the teachers for having such a positive impact on him. My son started attending when he was about 3 yrs old after a less than positive experience at another preschool. I was apprehensive about him entering a new environment and if it'd jive well w/ him. Since then, he has grown and thrived so much - the teachers are incredibly caring, warm, and really focused helping the children develop and improve their skills. But more than that, they embrace what's unique about each kid and try to bring out the best in them. Their mentality is much more one of playing to a kid's strengths vs. focusing on their weaknesses. They're incredibly open-minded and receptive to kids' needs, and never try to force them into one mold. Also, they're very friendly to working parents. As much as they do activities like family potlucks and walks to the park w/ the families, there's never any sense of judgment if you can't participate. There is a daily schedule that's probably pretty similar to other preschools/daycares, but I liked DCC's because it's more play-based compared to other programs. The atmosphere feels relaxed and more importantly - warm and accepting. I also love that DCC has an incredibly diverse makeup of kids, parents, and staff - it does wonders for kids when they have the opportunity to learn in a diverse, non-homogenous environment and learn to embrace diversity and inclusion from an early age. It's bittersweet that my son will be graduating and leaving DCC, but I look forward to my younger child joining DCC soon and getting to have an amazing experience too.