Looking for daycare / preschool recommendations for a 2-year-old (not potty trained) – Santa Clara/ Sunnyvale / Cupertino areas
Hi all,
We’re starting the daycare search for our son and would really appreciate some local advice.
Context:
- He turns 2 in September
- Not potty trained yet
- Need care starting October
- Both parents work long hours (10–12 hrs/day), so we need something reliable full-time
What we’re looking for:
- Accepts non-potty trained 2-year-olds
- Strong balance of learning + play (not just babysitting)
- Warm, caring teachers (this is really important to us)
- Full-time hours (roughly 9am–5pm)
- Meals are a plus, but we’re okay sending food
Budget: Ideally under ~$3000/month
Locations: Santa Clara, Cupertino, Sunnyvale nearby
Questions:
Any daycares/preschools you’d strongly recommend (or avoid)?
Any experiences with places like Tulip Kids, Building Kidz, Action Day, or Montessori schools in the area?
For this age, did you prefer home daycare vs center-based care?
We’re planning to start tours soon and want to narrow down a solid list.
Thanks in advance 🙏