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Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs Childcare and Preschool
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 resources and plenty of learning...
- Debbie X.
ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY LLC
5.0
My experience has been about 90 % positive. With the caring, safety and love aspects, they are beyond wonderful. We have been there for 2 years now. They always make sure to put a positive spin on learning with positive redirection and enforcement. My daughter will be attending kindergarten this...
- Kathern F.
Next Generation Preschool
5.0
They are convenient. They are great with kids. The atmosphere is very positive and very clean!
- Sandy M.
Think Learn Create Academy
5.0
I can’t say enough good things about Think Learn Create Academy! From the moment we first walked through the doors, we were met with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that immediately put us at ease. The staff is incredibly supportive and genuinely caring, making sure that both my son and I felt...
- Care member
Cherry Blossom Learning Center & Preschool
5.0
I have 2 kids attending there, one is in vpk and the other is 3 years old. The staff is very good and the teachers are wonderful. The place is good and they are improving the classes with new and upgraded furniture. I have had a wonderful experience with them and my kids enjoy to go there.
- Ana A.
Child care centers in Elma, IA
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.
ALPHA KIDS ACADEMY LLC
1461 SOUTH NOVATO BLVD, NOVATO, CA
5.0
(1)
Our Novato preschool and daycare center strives to provide quality child care and early education programs for children ages 18 month to 6 years old. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing students with positive experiences to foster and encourage their emotional development while also...
5.0
"My experience has been about 90 % positive. With the caring, safety and love aspects, they are beyond wonderful. We have been there for 2 years now. They always make sure to put a positive spin on learning with positive redirection and enforcement. My daughter...
Kathern F.
5.0
(2)
We are a Christ-centered preschool with the goal of teaching your child all they need to know academically while sharing the love of Jesus. We are voted #1 "best-of-the-best" childcare in Cleburne Times Review, and our facility and teachers reflect that. Monthly on-campus visitors come to teach the...
5.0
"They are convenient. They are great with kids. The atmosphere is very positive and very clean! "
Sandy M.
5.0
(6)
Think Learn Create Academy is a childcare center founded by educators and mothers who have decades worth of experience in education. We strive to provide a world class education that will set the course for not only academic success but for social emotional growth as well. Our learning center is...
5.0
"I am beyond impressed with the level of excellence and care that Think Learn Create Academy has shown my child. From day one, they have provided an enriching and supportive learning environment that fosters both academic and creative growth. The teachers are...
Care member
5.0
(2)
At Cherry Blossom, we help children learn how to learn. Our curriculum encourages every child to ask “why?” and discover the answers for themselves. Sound like the perfect place for your child?
We offer breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
We offer personalized education in both English and...
5.0
"I have 2 kids attending there, one is in vpk and the other is 3 years old. The staff is very good and the teachers are wonderful. The place is good and they are improving the classes with new and upgraded furniture. I have had a wonderful experience with them and...
Ana A.
SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER
1055 LAS OVEJAS, SAN RAFAEL, CA
5.0
(3)
Santa Margarita Children’s Center is a culturally inclusive center that utilizes the community to provide a safe and enriching preschool experience for children and families. In our park-like campus, children are encouraged to discover their abilities and talents while learning to respect each other...
5.0
"Our daughter loves SMCC. The teachers are outstanding, they bring so much love & joy to the school. Our daughter has made great friends & we feel lucky to be part of much a nurturing community. "
Care member
Messiah Early Childhood Center
3600 NW Expressway, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
5.0
(5)
Messiah is a Christ Centered, DHS Licensed, Early Childhood Center offering care from 6 weeks-3 year olds. What began as a Mothers Day Out program has grown into a full time Child Care Center with options to meet the needs of our community. We are committed to growing lifelong learners and...
5.0
"Messiah Lutheran’s Early Childhood Center is staffed with caring, committed teachers who enjoy inspiring children to learn through play and sharing how much Jesus loves them. Messiah’s Early Childhood Center offers the opportunity for children to be cared for in a...
Care member
New Horizon Academy - Maple Grove, MN
16750 91st Avenue North, MAPLE GROVE, MN
5.0
(1)
Conveniently located between Fish Lake and Interstate 94, the Maple Grove New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 1988. We offer high-quality childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten children. Our daycare curriculum focuses on all aspects of...
5.0
"Our son is 9 now and has been a part of this family since 2 years old. He has been with Ms. Mel for years now and if your child is lucky enough to have her you know just how special she is. From Ms. Rhonda getting him on his first pre-k bus (and calming our tears-...
Jess B.
5.0
(3)
Here at Little Lamb Preschool, we provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes growth and development of our little ones ranging from infants as young as 6 weeks all the way through the pre-kindergarten age. Our precious little ones flourish from receiving a Christ-centered education of...
5.0
"My two children attend Little Lambs Preschool in Bayonne, NJ. Both started when my daughter was 18 months ( now 3 yrs old ) in their Toddler room and my son started at 3 months old ( now 20 months ) in their Infant room. I have had a great experience with this...
Courtney P.
5.0
(1)
Our program has been voted the best childcare and preschool in NWA by the Best of the Best for several years. We are a certified Better Beginnings Level 3 program.
We are committed to multiple pathways toward excellence and achievement for all children. Children will imagine, reflect, and...
5.0
"Not only is the best facility there is, they are family and have treated our daughter as their own. We get photos every hour so it feels like we are with our daughter throughout the day even when we're not. The excitement my child has when she walks in to the...
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
"My two boys have been there for years. I wish they had other age offerings so they could continue there. They teachers are wonderful. I love that they have recently upgraded and become more tech savy. Using a tablet for sign in has helped me so much to not forget...
Anastasia N.
UNITED FAITH COMMUNITY DAY CARE CENTER
6934 LONG BEACH BLVD., LONG BEACH, CA
5.0
(1)
Our classes are taught by dedicated and experienced educators. Using proven teaching strategies. They make sure that every student finds a path to success. United Faith’s Daycare, Educational, Performing Arts, Music & Video production, and Youth Program work closely with each Student to design their...
5.0
"The staff is fair with all the students and families, they give quality care for all and the staff works well together in support of families."
Care member
New Horizon Academy - Eden Prairie, MN
6350 Point Chase Road, EDEN PRAIRIE, MN
5.0
(2)
New Horizon Academy Eden Prairie is located conveniently off Highway 62, Shady Oak Road, and Interstate 494, near Bryant Lake Regional Park in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. We have been serving Eden Prairie families with quality childcare and early education services since 1989. Our school has two infant...
5.0
"We absolutely adore New Horizon Academy. The staff are kind, patient, friendly, and fun, and we know they are providing excellent care to our little one. We especially love to see the pictures they take of her adventures throughout the day and appreciate that she...
Caitlin W.
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
LEARNING LINKS ACADEMY
19363 JAMES COUZENS FWY, DETROIT, MI
5.0
(1)
Learning Links Academy is a premier Early Childhood Learning Center dedicated to providing high-quality education and care for children ages 2.5 to 12 years. Our nurturing environment fosters curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning through engaging, curriculum-based programs designed to...
5.0
"They give family vibes! They offer a welcoming and warm environment! We truly love Learning Links Academy!"
Plair K.
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
5.0
(3)
We are a new small childcare center here in Yelm wa. We are a home like setting center with small classroom and small ratio. We work hard to provide our families with quality care and a fun and safe environment for the children to learn and grow in our care. Since our classroom are small the...
5.0
"Ms. Jenice is very accommodating. She provides great childcare for our children. "
Karina T.
5.0
(4)
When a child’s basic needs are met, they are ready and able to learn. So we start with providing children with the security they need to be the children God created them to be. Then we introduce learning through a modern “play-based” approach that effectively engages a child’s curiosity and natural...
5.0
"There’s not enough that can be said to the job these folks do. We couldn’t be happier as parents with the care provided to our child. Each day, they go the extra mile and do something for someone or a group that shows they are more than just the job. They are about...
Care member
New Horizon Academy - Champlin, MN
9051 White Oaks Trail, CHAMPLIN, MN
5.0
(1)
Welcome to the Champlin, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is located off Highway 169 at the intersection of Elm Creek Parkway and Jefferson Highway. We have been serving Champlin children and families with high-quality daycare and preschool programs since 1995. With beautiful classrooms,...
5.0
"New Horizon has amazing director and always makes sure my daughter has everything she needs. The teachers there are very nice, and I never have to worry when my daughter goes to daycare."
Jenna A.
5.0
(1)
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 6am - 6:30pm
5.0
"I highly recommend them to any and everyone. The Director and owners treat us like family and my kids are always safe and taken care of. I try to send as many people with kids there to keep the doors open. I don't know what I would do without them. They go way over...
Andrea C.
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Elma, IA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Elma, IA?
Child care centers near you in Elma, 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 Elma, 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 Elma, 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 Elma, IA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Elma, 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.