Emergency Childcare near Santa Monica, CA

Sugar Maples

Our Sugar Maples program for ages 3–24 months offers warm, attentive care led by highly experienced early childhood educators. Come see what makes this nurturing environment so special—and so sweet!

Field Maples

Our Field Maples are ages 2 - 3 years and excited about the world around them. As new explorers, we have created areas for them to create and indulge their curiosities. Field Maples will be guided and observed by dedicated teachers who will introduce them to our Reggio curriculum.

Drop-In Care

Our Flex Care program allows you to purchase child care days in advance. That way, you can use them when you need them—all year long. You’ll love the reliability and flexibility, and your child will love our proven early education curriculum and fun, safe, secure environment. Prepaid cards come in five-day increments and can be bought at your school. Each is good for one full year. Once you’ve completed the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.

Infants

Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Emergency Childcare Program

Our toddler program sparks growth through a rich, monthly lesson plan featuring Spanish, science, and music. 🎨🧪 From active outdoor adventures to sensory "messy play," our structured day balances learning with healthy meals and rest. We keep you connected to every milestone your child achieves! 🌟

Before & After School Care

Before school and after school care provided on-site care at your school, in a place full of caring educators.

Drop-In Care

We all have our own unique schedules and demands on our time. At The Children’s Courtyard, we recognize that scheduling needs may vary by family—or even by the day. That’s why we offer Drop-In Care: Purchase child care days ahead of time, then use them as needed. Prepaid Flex Care cards are sold in five-day increments and are good for a full year. Once you’ve completed your enrollment paperwork, we just need 48 hours’ notice to reserve a spot for your child.

Infants

Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Before & After School Care

Before school and after school care provided on-site care at your school, in a place full of caring educators.

Drop-In Care

We all have our own unique schedules and demands on our time. At The Children’s Courtyard, we recognize that scheduling needs may vary by family—or even by the day. That’s why we offer Drop-In Care: Purchase child care days ahead of time, then use them as needed. Prepaid Flex Care cards are sold in five-day increments and are good for a full year. Once you’ve completed your enrollment paperwork, we just need 48 hours’ notice to reserve a spot for your child.

Twos

This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Emergency Childcare Program

Emergency Childcare Program

Child Care Program

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Infant care 0-18 months

Safe & Loving Infant Care (0–18 Months) Description Warm, safe, and loving environment for infants. Personalized care, feeding, naps, tummy time & early stimulation. Clean routine, CPR certified. We speak Spanish. Open 24 hours. Meals & snacks included. Accept all programs

Infant Care

Child Care Program

Hands-on, project-based learning are used to encourages exploration and discovery through developmentally appropriate activities. They build early academic and social skills, practice Spanish in daily routines, celebrate cultural diversity, and grow in confidence, creativity, and problem-solving.