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SPROUTS SC
5.0
I have had my two sons there for the past three years and they love it here! The staff is super caring and engaging with the kids. They do lots of fun activities both indoor and outdoor. Outdoor activities such as dodgeball, banana tag, and relay races. Indoor activities such as arts and crafts,...
- CHRISTINA L.
Crystals Childcare & Preschool, LLC.
5.0
We love Crystals! My child is always excited to go to “school” everyday. We have attended this daycare for about three years now. The staff & owner have always quickly addressed any issues or concerns that have come up. Their communication has always been top tier. Our daughter loves her teacher and...
- Care member
Valley Center Preschool
5.0
The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while nourishing relationships with each...
- Sarah C
Genius Kids Dougherty
5.0
The childcare facility, under the excellent leadership of Director Miss V., offers a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and cared for. Miss V and the teachers/staff are so attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in the well-being of each and every kids. They have...
- Care member
ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
5.0
It is wonderful. My little girl has prospered there. The care is exceptional
- Shranda K.
After school programs in Fort Dodge, IA
Tracey's Tots
109 S 8th St, Fort Dodge, IA
Tracey's Tots based in Fort Dodge, IA is a licensed child care facility that specializes in children ages six weeks to twelve years old. The center offers comprehensive Infants, Preschool, and School-Age programs including before and after school care services in a caring, safe environment.
5.0
(3)
Sprouts Aftercare is a Licensed after school program located in Santa Cruz, California. Sprouts works with the community and families to provide a fun, safe and creative space for students to enjoy during their time away from school. We believe that exposing children to new experiences and...
5.0
"5 stars! Both of my sons have developed great relationships with the staff so much so they don't want to go home some days! It is very sweet to see my children play games and develop new interests here. I think it's a great place and we highly recommend them!"
EMY F.
5.0
(1)
At Crystals Childcare & Preschool, we provide high quality before and after-school programs in a safe, secure and loving environment that allows children to be children. We provide high-quality care for children ages 18 months to 12 years. In order to better serve you, our center accepts all...
5.0
"We love Crystals! My child is always excited to go to “school” everyday. We have attended this daycare for about three years now. The staff & owner have always quickly addressed any issues or concerns that have come up. Their communication has always been top tier....
Care member
Valley Center Preschool
5119 N Valley Center Ave, Covina, CA
5.0
(1)
We are a quality preschool for children ages 2 (diapers OK!) through 5 years old. We are are Christ-centered, developmentally minded with age-appropriate academics. We are open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Preschool class times are 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with extended daycare before and after...
5.0
"The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while...
Sarah C
5.0
(1)
Hello Parents, Our Learning-Based Preschool Program provides a nurturing and stimulating environment where young minds thrive. Through hands-on activities, interactive lessons, and play-based learning, we foster curiosity, creativity, and foundational academic skills. Our experienced teachers focus...
5.0
"The childcare facility, under the excellent leadership of Director Miss V., offers a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and cared for. Miss V and the teachers/staff are so attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in the well-being of...
Care member
5.0
(2)
ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY IS THE FIRST STEPS TO YOUR ANGELS EDUCATION. WE SERVICE CHILDREN AGES 6 WEEKS TO 12 YEARS. BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE.
WE TAKE PLEASURE IN ENHANCING, ENRICHING AND EMPOWERING THE JOURNEY OF THE YOUNG CHILD.
5.0
" It is wonderful. My little girl has prospered there. The care is exceptional "
Shranda K.
Teachable Moments
634 Firewood Ln., New Castle, DE
4.0
(4)
Teachable Moments is a family daycare located in New Castle, DE. We specialize in childcare and education for infants through kindergarten. In addition, we provide after school care for elementary school children including homework help.
5.0
"My daughter attended Teachable Moments since she was 2 years old. She is now in kindergarten and thanks to Lynda at Teachable Moments, she helped prepare her. She is great when it comes to communicating about my child and always makes sure to give updates on any of...
Noi S.
Memorable Moments Youth Development Program - Ogontz Avenue
7604 Ogontz Ave, PHILADELPHIA, PA
Starting at $1200/mo
5.0
(1)
Memorable Moments is a nonprofit early learning center with the highest ranking in quality from Keystone Star as a Star 4 facility. We provide an inclusive and respectful environment where children are accepted and encouraged to learn new skills, use their imagination, explore their creativity, and...
5.0
"The education is great. He learns, retains and brings the knowledge home with him. "
Delores T.
Starfish Academy
391 NORTH MAIN STREET SUITE 1, BREWER, ME
5.0
(1)
Starfish Academy is a newly opened center in Brewer with a focus on the mental health of ALL children. We are an all inclusive center who serve children ages 3-12. We offer many options for child care such as full/part-time slots, after school care, drop-in daycare hours, snow day care, school...
5.0
"So far I have had an amazing experience with the owner and teachers. Ms. Ally- she is amazing. My daughter is three and a half and is a totally different kiddo now that she is there. She is happy and flowing through life a lot easier. "
Hilary *.
Primrose School of Livermore
2901 Las Positas Road, LIVERMORE, CA
5.0
(1)
Primrose Schools is a national family of private accredited early education and care schools across the country. We are more than just a daycare. Through our research-informed Balanced Learning® approach, we provide meaningful learning experiences for children beginning at 6 weeks of age. The...
5.0
"The school has been great we have no issues so far I have no complaints they feed her good and she is really learning!"
Sanrio and Margarida A.
Kelly's After-school Kids
34 Pershing Avenue, Ossining, NY
5.0
(1)
The care and attention that adults give to our children is essential in making them happy. In my home, I take pride in caring for every child each day by providing the proper attention, food and space they need for healthy development. We are a family daycare, and although most of our kids are after...
5.0
"Kelly and her staff does a great job providing a safe, reliable and enriching environment for our two kids before and after school. They are very caring and nurturing. We appreciate the intimate home environment and are happy our children learn Spanish there....
Chris S
Cornerstone Christian Preschool and Academy (18 months - 8th grade)
5825 W. Eldora Avenue, LAS VEGAS, NV
5.0
(3)
The vision of Cornerstone Christian Preschool and Academy is to encourage the development of the whole child engaging the student’s spiritual, academic, and physical growth. With a school-wide theme of “Excellence in Everything,” our students excel in academics, athletics, arts, and attitude, which...
5.0
"Our daughter has been with Cornerstone for 10 years now. She started when she was 2 years old. We have loved our teachers and are thankful for the amount of love, prayer and education that has been poured into her."
Care member
Discovery Learning Center
4444 San Juan Ave, Fair Oaks, CA
3.0
(2)
Discovery Learning Center in Fair Oaks is a company that offers preschool, kindergarten, and school-age programs. Discovery Learning Center uses the Small Group curriculum, which assigns each child to a specific age group depending on their developmental readiness. Classes are maintained with a...
5.0
"DLC is the best!! I went to DLC from when I was two years old until the end of sixth grade. The teachers are so patient, caring, and kind. They emphasize exploration based play and truly care about every aspect of development. I loved every one of my years there...
Laurel
The JCC's Richard S. Adler Early Childhood Learning Center
851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, FL
5.0
(4)
Located in the heart of Maitland since 1973, the JCC's Richard S. Adler Early Childhood Learning Center is more than just a daycare, we are an award-winning, nationally accredited center for early learning. We serve children of all faiths, ages 8 weeks through Pre-K.
We design every learning...
5.0
"An outstanding learning and growing environment for the whole community. Will be forever grateful to the teachers and staff. A wonderful way for a child to spend important developmental years!"
Eric A
Nana's Family Child Care And Preschool
15516 Andrae Court, North Hills, CA
5.0
(5)
Get the best of both worlds in one place!
A family child care with the structure of a day care center environment.
Child Care for ages Newborn to 7 years
Open 24 hrs/ Closed on Major Holidays
Infant and Toddler Care
Preschool
Before & After School Care
Transportation
Summer & Winter...
5.0
"Nana was such a blessing to my family when we first moved here from Texas.My husband and I are first time parents moving across the country with a 5 month old infant and had little luck finding an affordable ,good center we could trust with our infant child. After...
Kiana W
Busy Fingers Daycare
17 E. San Miguel Dr., Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(3)
We are a preschool for toddlers and Kindergarten preparation.
Before and after school pickup available from Cook Elementary and Hilltop Elementary.
We are open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday.
Tutoring available!
Ask about our evening care!
5.0
"I was looking for quality care/preschool for my four year old and my neighbor told me about Busy Fingers. I was excited that they were just down the street from my house, which made it very convenient for me. They are all great with the kids. I love that they get...
April M
Donna's Little Darlings
7696 Falls Creek Way, Burlington, KY
5.0
(1)
CALLING ALL SCHOOL TEACHERS!!
Donna's Little Darlings in Home Daycare is interviewing now for Fall openings!!
I also have several before/after school openings!
**Boone County Schools' schedule.
School Year Hours: Monday-Friday- 6:30am-4:30pm.
Closed all days that Boone County Schools...
5.0
"I have known Donna Scott for over three years and she cared for my daughter from the age of 1 to 4.
We met when my husband and I were interviewing childcare workers for our daughter. Donna seemed very confident, caring and explained to us in detail how she ran her...
Sharon P.
Acres of Learning Christian School
5275 Tegan Road, Elk Grove, CA
5.0
(2)
Acres of Learning Christian School has been providing quality education for children ages 1-year old through 5th grade for over 35 years, opening in the Fall of 1988. Owned by Jim and Rhonda Hensley, and located on 1 acre of land, Acres of Learning has established and maintained caring Christian...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Hansen's (now called Acres of Learning) since 3 years old. She's now 5 and Acres picks her up at Kindergarten for aftercare. I could not have found a more nurturing place for my daughter. Excellent curriculum and outdoor play area,...
Lauri L.
SPRINGS OF LIFE - ACADEMY
2385 ACADEMY PL, COLORADO SPGS, CO
5.0
(1)
We provide a family-like atmosphere for students and parents, that nurtures long-lasting cherished relationships. We have two convenient locations in Colorado Springs, East Uintah and Academy/Maizeland. Both locations offer infant daycare, toddler daycare, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and...
5.0
"My children have been in Springs of Life since 2022. They all love their teachers and I love how communicable the staff are. They always fill me in on anything that took place during the day and have fun arts and crafts for my children to take home. My youngest has...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Our Christ-centered classrooms are full of structured curriculum and positive character building tools to lead your child to the next level in school and beyond. Our programs, ranging from two-years-old to kindergarten, each have a specific educational focus that works to build upon their...
5.0
"Both our kids have been here from the start of their schooling. The facility is clean and organized, I used to be a Montessori teacher so that it really important for me. What I love the most, is that the teacher goes above and beyond to make each child feel...
Allison M.
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Fort Dodge, IA
How long do after-school programs last near me in Fort Dodge, IA?
After-school programs near you in Fort Dodge, IA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.
What are the benefits of after-school programs near me in Fort Dodge, IA?
After school programs near you in Fort Dodge, IA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.
What activities are offered at after-school programs near me in Fort Dodge, IA?
Depending on the program, activities in Fort Dodge, IA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.
How can I find a good after school program near me in Fort Dodge, IA?
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