Small-group care where children feel safe, known, and genuinely loved.
Licensed family daycare in Hayward, California
15 Years of Loving Care & Meaningful Learning.
A safe, nurturing home where children receive personalized attention, learn through play, and build the skills they need for kindergarten—and for life.
15+ Years of experience3 mo–5 yrs Infants through pre-KEN + ES Bilingual support
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What we offer
Whole-child care that feels personal.
Every day balances loving care, purposeful learning, healthy routines, and the freedom to play. Sandra gets to know each child and supports their next step at a pace that feels right.
Age-appropriate experiences that turn curiosity into lasting skills.
Attention to health, nutrition, emotions, friendships, and independence.
Parent reviews
Kind words from families who know us.
Choosing care is a big decision. Read what local parents have shared about their experience with Sandra’s Family Daycare.
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Selected review summaries
Google Reviews
Jose Maldonado
★★★★★
Jose describes five years of care for his two children and appreciates the support, affection, and guidance Sandra and her staff provided during their early development.
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Julissa Soto
★★★★★
Julissa expresses gratitude for the attentive care her son received over three and a half years, highlighting the team’s investment in children’s development and involvement of parents.
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Ana Nery Cordova
★★★★★
Ana shares a positive experience spanning more than five years with both of her children. She highlights preparation for transitional kindergarten, help with potty training, and caring, professional staff.
Read on Google ↗15years growing
with families
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View certificates in our gallery →Experience & qualifications
Trusted experience. A commitment to keep learning.
What began as a dream to create a safe, nurturing place for children has grown into 15 years of caring for local families. Sandra combines hands-on experience with continued early-childhood education and training.
Caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
Family daycare serving Hayward families
Ongoing courses, training, and workshops
Curriculum support in English and Spanish
Additional background from Sandra’s original flyer includes preschool teacher coursework at Chabot College, participation in an infant and toddler care program through CDR, and a bachelor’s degree in Technical Business Management. Browse Sandra’s training certificates and recognition in the gallery below.
Kindergarten-ready curriculum
Learning that begins with wonder.
Our play-based curriculum supports early academics without rushing childhood. Children practice listening, communicating, problem-solving, and working with others while building a strong foundation for kindergarten.
Stories, songs, letter recognition, vocabulary, and joyful conversations.
Counting, sorting, patterns, observation, and hands-on discovery.
Open-ended art and themed projects that build focus and imagination.
Music, movement, calendar concepts, sharing, and learning as a group.
A glimpse of our days
Life at Sandra’s
Little discoveries, creative moments, and room to grow.
Nutrition & healthy routines
Growing bodies need thoughtful fuel.
Nutritious meals and snacks are included as part of the daily routine. Mealtimes are calm, social moments where children explore foods, practice table skills, and learn to listen to their bodies.
✓ Meals & snacks included✓ Age-appropriate portions✓ Allergy-aware conversations✓ Positive mealtime habits
Social-emotional growth & independence
Ready for kindergarten—and ready for life.
School readiness is more than letters and numbers. We help children understand feelings, communicate needs, participate in a group, care for their belongings, and feel proud of what they can do.
Name feelings and communicate wants and needs.
Share, take turns, listen, and build friendships.
Make choices, solve small problems, and keep going.
Follow routines and practice age-appropriate self-help skills.
Sandra’s story
Where our story began.
Sandra’s first flyer introduced a family daycare built around safety, nurturing care, play-based learning, and children’s wellbeing. Those values remain at the heart of the program today—now strengthened by 15 years of real experience.
What has changed is the depth of the curriculum, the confidence earned through years of caring for children, and a continued commitment to courses, training, and early-childhood development.
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Questions, answered
Everything you need to feel at ease.
What ages do you welcome?＋
We care for children from approximately 3 months through 5 years, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-K children.
Is your program bilingual?＋
Yes. Children receive natural support in English and Spanish through everyday conversation, songs, stories, and activities.
Are meals and snacks included?＋
Nutritious meals and snacks are included. Families can discuss allergies, dietary needs, and feeding routines directly with Sandra.
How do you prepare children for kindergarten?＋
We build early academic skills alongside confidence, communication, independence, and the ability to participate in group routines.
Come say hello
Let’s find the right fit for your family.
Tell us about your child, ask about current openings, and schedule a personal visit to Sandra’s Family Daycare.
Call Sandra →Ask About EnrollmentHayward, California · Near Hesperian Blvd. & Tahoe St.