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Creek Day School Inc
5.0
Great staff, wonderful play area.
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Sonshine Learning Center Covington
4.0
We love SLC! My daughter's teacher does a great job communicating with us and meeting her needs. We also love that we receive updates throughout the day so we can see when she's eating and napping. We also get fun little notes and pictures as well. The facility itself is safe and quiet. Everyone is...
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LIGHT Rock Academy
5.0
My daughter attended LIGHT Rock from 6 weeks-4 years of age and had an amazing time there. She is now in the first grade and is blossoming so well due to her early childhood education at LIGHT. I cannot tell you how this was such a great experience. The entire team is awesome!
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Sprouts Spot Learning Center Inc.
5.0
Environment is good and all the staff very nice and friendly.
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KINGDOM CARE LEARNING CENTER
5.0
Amazing care and an attentive staff with great supportive management!
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Child care centers in Ames, IA
4.8
(5)
Creek Day School has been providing quality childcare to the Madison community for more than 45 years.
We are a small center licensed for 35 children ages 2 - 5 providing lots of individual attention to children. Creek bases its program on the philosophy that play is the fundamental learning...
5.0
"Best decision to move our kid here from the large chain. He has gotten so much great attention and grown in the short time we have been enrolled. "
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4.8
(4)
We are a year-round licensed Christian childcare center. Our teachers are dedicated to early childhood education and follow lesson plans and daily schedules. We serve snacks at school and lunch comes from home. Our classrooms have a low teacher to child ratio (7 or 8 children and 1 teacher)....
5.0
"Our child started Sonshine Learning Center a few months ago and he absolutely loves it! He wakes up excited to go to school and just glows when he come home and tells us all about his day. The teachers are AMAZING; they're so patient and knowledgeable and best of...
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5.0
(3)
Our child care center, accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education, is nestled in northwest Baltimore. All our full-time staff hold Maryland State credential levels 3 or beyond. We provide vibrant, interactive classrooms and a private playground designed for our young learners. Each...
5.0
"The staff provide great care for the kids! The education aspect is hugely important, my kids have improved greatly since being there."
Denae D.
5.0
(3)
At Sprouts Spot Learning center, we are committed to providing the highest quality childcare and education, making us the preferred choice for families seeking a nurturing and enriching environment for their children.
5.0
"Environment is good and all the staff very nice and friendly."
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KINGDOM CARE LEARNING CENTER
538 HICKORY GRADE RD, BRIDGEVILLE, PA
5.0
(2)
We are a Christian learning center,and a ministry of our church. Prayer and teaching from the Bible are incorporated every day. Our curriculum will introduce your child to Jesus Christ through prayer,songs,stories and more!
Care for all ages: We provide care for children ages 6 weeks-12 years...
5.0
"Amazing staff with so much heart and caring mindset. It’s wonderful seeing our daughter get excited about going to daycare here. The facility is large with many different play areas - outside playground and large gym. The teachers really make an effort to engage...
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Visijland Spanish Immersion Home Day Care
5503 Frenchmans Creek Dr, Durham, NC
5.0
(2)
In our Spanish Immersion program through self-directed and teacher-directed activities, is designed to promote the healthy growth and development of the whole child (social, emotional, intellectual, physical and creative development). We believe that children learn best by doing. Therefore,our...
5.0
"Marby is the absolute best. Our daughter has loved going to daycare. We looked into a five-star daycare that was much closer to us, but were so wowed by Marby that we drive much farther (20 mins each way vs. 5 mins) every day so that we can take her to Visijland....
Daniel K.
Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs Childcare and Preschool
190 Northeast road, STANDISH, ME
Starting at $327/mo
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs Childcare and Preschool!
At Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs, our mission is simple yet profound: to offer children the highest quality care and early education possible. We are deeply committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can flourish and...
5.0
"They are the kind of daycare that you want your kids at. I don't feel like most places at like this anymore. They are really committed to the kids and put there needs first before turning profit. Its a very loving environment. They provide all the preschool...
Debbie X.
Aim High Early Learning Center
3355 South County Trail, East Greenwich, RI
5.0
(1)
The Aim High Early Learning Center is a preschool for children between the ages of 3-5 years. We follow an academic school year that starts the Tuesday after Labor Day and run until the first Friday in June. At the Aim High Early Learning Center, children are allowed and expected to be just who...
5.0
"My son has attended Pre-school and Pre-K at Aim High and it was the best decision for him. The teachers are all wonderful. He comes home everyday happy and excited to talk about what he learned and did that day. I love the incorporation of gymnastics and activity...
Katherine S.
Treehouse Learning Center
158 Imperial Dr, Gahanna, OH
4.2
(5)
Treehouse Learning Center is a quality learning center located in Gahanna, OH. Our mission at Treehouse Learning Center is to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate atmosphere, which fosters a child's natural desire to explore, discover, and create. At Treehouse Learning Center, we believe...
5.0
"I love the family feel of this center- many of the children have been here from infancy to Pre-K, and the center is an extension of the home for them. The staff genuinely cares for and gets to know the kids as individuals."
Amanda
Legacy Littles Christian Early Learning Center
620 W 5TH ST, Waterloo, IA
5.0
(1)
We provide a safe and friendly Christ centered environment for children to thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually
5.0
"My son loves being a part of royal legacy! It is his first year in the pre school program and he is always so excited to show me what he did. I noticed our prayer time at night seemed to interest him more, as well as him wanting to read more bible stories before...
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5.0
(2)
We are a licensed child care facility supported by a professional child development center with Speech, Occupational, Behavioral therapies and developmental screenings to find ways to enhance your child’s natural strengths and areas of interest. We are located in a beautifully remodeled building in...
5.0
"They are wonderful my son goes there, the teachers are absolutely amazing they really care and they stay on a daily schedule."
Amanda S.
5.0
(2)
Sandy's Child Care is a Spanish bilingual play-based program where children get to explore the world through child-centered learning. It is a "yes" space, where children are encouraged to pursue their interests and curiosities. In addition to free play and activities guided by the children's...
5.0
"She does really well at taking car of my child. She feeds him good. she is really great with kids and she always works with me. "
Maybelle T.
Building Kidz of San Carlos
1633 Laurel Street, SAN CARLOS, CA
5.0
(2)
Learning Through Life Experiences allows a child’s learning to become experimental, imaginative and sensory based. Our pedagogical approach is to learn through these real life experiences, such as emergency services, health and nutrition, etc. in an environment committed to reinforce children’s...
5.0
"This place is calming for my little one. She enjoys being with the other children in an environment where she can sing, dance, and learn. I would enroll my next child that I'm currently pregnant with."
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5.0
(2)
Inspire. Love. Care. Kids are AWESOME. Born uniquely different, we aspire to help each child grow into the best possible versions of themselves.
5.0
"Has one child attending with them for 5 months now, love the staff and trust them and they were great in the beginning transition and we feel safe with them. They also have a great learning environment for the kids. They have a great level of communication and well...
Adam R.
4.8
(4)
We are a learning center that provides preschool, pre k, and kindergarten. We are also a childcare center that provides care for ages 12 months to 11 years old. Our goal is to make sure your child learns, and is in a safe environment. They get lots of one-on- one attention, love, development for...
4.0
"They are very welcoming and very kind and friendly. I trust them with my child and they are always very great with communication.
They do send daily pictures.
They do not do daily papers, (a daily activity/mealtime/summary log) - this is the only reason I am...
Casey T.
5.0
(1)
Childhood is a time of growing curiosity and boundless imagination. It is a special time when experience and exploration create the foundation upon which all future learning is built. Sydney's Pampered Peach Daycare Center offers children the opportunity to grow in an enriched environment that...
5.0
"We are so grateful for the incredible care and attention our child receives at Sydney’s Pampered Peach. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and reassured by the loving and professional staff. The teachers go above and beyond to create a nurturing...
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5.0
(2)
Our Infant through Pre-K program is designed to help guide the development of the whole child by helping each child develop skills in physical, social, emotional, and cognitive areas. Our goal is to provide a loving, creative, enriched environment for your children to grow and learn in. Evergreen...
5.0
"We love ELC!! The owner Cassie takes care of her teachers, which attracts the best. We have had an amazing experience at ELC for the past two years in the preschool-2 and pre-K classrooms. Highly recommend."
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Callie's Kids Child Care and Early Learning Center
1647 Lake Harbin Road, MORROW, GA
Starting at $700/mo
5.0
(3)
Callie’s Kids Child Care and Early Learning Center provides age-appropriate differentiated instruction to assist its learners in becoming critical thinkers and problem solvers with high emotional intelligence. Callie’s Kids Child Care and Early Learning Center prepare its’ learners with...
5.0
"The school that my daughter was previously going to had shutdown Ms. Jessica and her team came to the school and began to tell us more about their program and what they offered even when I was crying my eyes out she still looked at me as a parenting that was...
Chelsia B.
KIDDIE KAMPUS CHILD CARE CENTER
108-110 BLOOMFIELD AVE, CALDWELL, NJ
5.0
(2)
Kiddie Kampus Child Care Center has been created with the guiding philosophy that children are smaller people with all the frailties, emotions, and talents that make them each unique individuals. We are an exceptional early education center that encourages a child's social, emotional, physical, and...
5.0
"I love Kiddie Kampus, I tell everyone about them. I had two kids go there, one had some anxiety, and they were super good with accommodating special needs. Both of my kids were well prepared for kindergarten. She has lots of special opportunities, such as a...
Helen K.
STAGES ACADEMY
8919 NEW FALLS RD, LEVITTOWN, PA
5.0
(6)
Welcome to Stages Academy - an amazing place for children to grow, learn and play. Our students receive daily classes in Dance, Drama, Art, Music, Language Arts, Math/Science, Library/Technology, and World Studies. By putting arts and education on an even playing field, we encourage all our students...
5.0
"The care and attention given to the kids is superb. Academic wise and behavior wise my kids 100% benefited
From the first day."
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Ames, IA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Ames, IA?
Child care centers near you in Ames, IA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Ames, IA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Ames, IA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Ames, IA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Ames, IA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.