Veronica Galvan, Center Director
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open:
Elementary Schools Bussed To:
William Brooks, Oak Meadow, Silva Valley, Golden Hills, Blue Oaks, Marble Valley, Lake Forest, Lake View, Jackson
Our center is accredited by NAEYC.
Welcome to El Dorado Hills KinderCare
Welcome to El Dorado Hills KinderCare in California! Our center is located off Exit 30 from Lincoln Highway across from El Dorado Hills Town Center. We understand how important it is to find the right place and people for your child's education and care. Our staff is committed to working alongside families to better their children's learning experience. Our mission is to make all parents and children feel welcomed as soon as they walk through our center doors!
Our classrooms are places to thrive!
In our safe and healthy classrooms, your child will be engaged in learning experiences that meet them where they are, both socially and academically. With fun daily activities, passionate teachers, and great friends, a lifetime of confidence starts here. Contact the center director to learn more about our child care options and schedule a tour!
Meet Veronica Galvan, Our Center Director
At KinderCare Since: 2015
Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree
Meet Veronica Galvan! She is the Center Director at El Dorado Hills KinderCare in California. Veronica attended Los Medanos College and has worked in the child development field for 24 years. She has been with KinderCare since 2015, and before that, she was a teacher. Every day, Veronica looks forward to teaching children compassion and helping them discover their true potential. “Start every day with a grateful heart.” Outside of work, Veronica enjoys going on adventures with her family.
AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED
We’re so proud!
Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited - nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference, and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.
SCHOOL-READY
What Learning Looks Like
Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
El Dorado Hills KinderCare Programs
Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)
Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and ready to explore their world.
Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)
Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.
Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)
This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them get used to a more structured school setting.
Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)
This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step: kindergarten!
Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)
When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language, math, science, Spanish, and social skills.
Before- and After-School Programs (5–12 Years)
You can count on us to provide reliable care for your school-ager while you’re at work, with safe transportation from our center to your child’s school and back! Whether your child wants to start a drama club, build a volcano, or create a comic book, they will have a place to follow their dreams. Your child will start and end the day with a whole lot of fun!
Interactive Kindergarten (5–6 Years)
Kindergarten is a critical year for young learners. Experienced KinderCare teachers will tap into your child’s natural curiosity to help get them even more prepared for elementary school. Our engaging lessons make the most of current technology while offering plenty of hands-on play and exploration.
School Break Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Winter break, spring break, summer break—when school’s out (but you still need to work), you can count on KinderCare to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that’s focused on fun. We welcome children ages 5–12 during school break times and make sure they have a sensational, screen-free experience they won’t forget.
Learning Adventures - Enrichment Program
Cooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)
In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication, and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!
Music Explorers™ (2 – 4 Years)
KinderCare families are already giving a standing ovation to our newest Learning Adventures program: Music Explorers! Kids will learn to sing, move, listen, play instruments, and even create their own tunes. Our original curriculum blends math, science, social studies, literacy, and mindfulness (think yoga!) for a uniquely KinderCare way of learning the foundations of music.
STEM Innovators (3-8 Years)
You’ve probably heard a lot about how important STEM education is for your child, but what does that really mean? Our STEM Innovators program takes kids’ natural ability to make sense of the world and applies it to robotics, chemistry, coding, geology, and more. While your child experiments, they’ll discover how to use technology to do amazing things!
Hip Hop, Ballet, Science, Musical Theatre
Our Teachers
We're the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent. Being a great educator isn't enough though. KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply, we love our teachers and your child will, too.
Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!
A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH
An Artist's Heart
"My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.
We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We're so proud to have been named one of Gallup's 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award. When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience an amazing place to learn and grow.
Family Stories
Don't take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center!
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Nicolas has been loving his new room with Ms. Joy. I wanted to send you a note to let you know how much I have appreciated the communication from Ms. Joy and Ms. Elena. With their schedules, we are able to get a lot of feedback every day about what they did in class, naps and behavior. I feel like I am more involved and have information that I can talk to Nicolas about. So, kudos to your teachers!
”Angela - KinderCare Parent
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KinderCare’s Catch the Wave School-Age program has inspired my daughter to love learning again! The instructor is professional, knowledgeable, patient, and extremely helpful. My daughter is motivated to complete her homework shortly after arriving at KinderCare each day now. Her reading skills have improved already and she has earned A’s on all of her spelling tests this year. In addition, this program has given our family back quality family time at home, which is priceless. This program is truly amazing!
”Melissa - KinderCare Parent
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My two boys attend KinderCare in El Dorado Hills managed by Amy Dodge. I could not be happier with the level of care and early education that your center provides. My four-year-old is so happy with his teacher, Ms. Joy. So am I. It is clear that this wonderful teacher is there because she enjoys the kids. Every day, she tells me about my son, how he did, little things that she noticed about him that day. I have never had to have a parent-teacher conference, because every day the teachers tell me how my boys are doing, what they are learning about, how they are developing and what they are working on, and also if there are any issues that we need to discuss. Every day!
The management, teachers, and even parents that are part of this facility make it a joy for my kids to be there. My boys come home talking about what they learned and also repeat important social lessons. My older son says to the younger one, "That's not a good choice," when the younger one does something that the older one does not like.
The way every teacher there lovingly guides and teaches the kids is so impressive and makes me feel confident leaving my boys in their care. As a full-time working mother, I feel guilty about not being able to spend more time with my children. It gives me so much comfort knowing that this wonderful group of people care so much and do such a good job teaching and caring for my boys. Thank you KinderCare.”Marta B. - KinderCare Parent
Who Are KinderCare Families?
They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life. What our families have in common, though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.
Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.
A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A
Home in Houston
Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure. Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditations does KinderCare have?
We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.
Do you offer part-time schedules at El Dorado Hills KinderCare?
Everybody’s schedule is different. We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.
How does naptime work at El Dorado Hills KinderCare?
Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on "10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap" to learn more.
Do you support alternative diets?
We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.
Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?
We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds. If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we'll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.