Find the right fit, not just the next open spot.
Marvelous Kids Daycare is a full-time, toddler-focused home daycare in Santa Clara. Enrollment is based on availability, age mix, timeline, and whether your child is ready for our daily group rhythm.
We look for a strong fit for the child and the group.
Because this is a small home daycare, enrollment is more personal than simply filling the next empty chair. We consider your child’s age, nap routine, feeding independence, mobility, start timeline, and how the current group is balanced.
- Full-time care only
- Best suited for children 12 months to 4 years
- Spots are offered based on group fit, not first come, first served
- Families should have backup care for closures, illness, and vacations
Helpful readiness signs
- Transitioning toward one nap or already on one nap
- Able or learning to self-feed
- Able or learning to walk and move safely with the group
- Ready for predictable meals, rest, play, and outdoor time
Monthly tuition is based on the enrolled slot.
Tuition reserves your child’s spot in the program and is not based on daily attendance. Monthly fees are due in advance on the first day of each month.
6-12 months
$2,400/month
Full-time care, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Best when child is ready for the group rhythm.
1-4 years
$2,250/month
Primary program fit for toddlers and young preschoolers.
Holding fee
$100
May apply when reserving a future start date.
Simple process, clear expectations.
1. Send inquiry
Share your child’s age, ideal start date, schedule needs, routine, and any key care details.
2. Visit the daycare
Tour the space, meet the caregivers, and review daily rhythm, meals, safety, and policies.
3. Review fit
We review group fit, age mix, timing, readiness, and whether the available spot matches your needs.
4. Complete enrollment
If it’s a match, families complete forms, fees, emergency contacts, supplies, and Lillio setup.
The daily essentials are built in.
- Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack
- Circle time, sensory play, art, music, and outdoor movement
- Quiet time and rest routine
- Lillio communication and billing
- Licensed care in a childproofed home environment
Payment basics
Tuition is due monthly in advance on the first day of each month. Invoices are sent through Lillio, and auto-pay is encouraged.
All forms and fees must be completed before the first day.
Key policies before you enroll.
Two-week trial period
There is a two-week trial period during which either party may terminate the agreement at any time.
Two-week notice
After the trial period, a two-week written notice is required if either party ends care.
Partial-month daily rate
If care ends mid-month or includes partial days into a new month, the daily rate is $100/day.
The waitlist helps us plan, but does not guarantee a spot.
When there is no immediate opening, families may be added to the waitlist after a tour or fit conversation. Priority depends on timing, age mix, readiness, schedule needs, and available capacity.
Helpful inquiry details
- Child’s name and birthday
- Desired start timeline
- Current nap schedule
- Walking and self-feeding status
- Any allergies or special considerations
Send the basics and we’ll take it from there.
Include your child’s age, desired start date, nap routine, self-feeding status, walking status, and any special care considerations.
Best first message
- Child’s age and birthday
- Ideal start date
- Current nap schedule
- Self-feeding and walking status
- Any allergies or special considerations