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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Buffalo, IA

Gloria Dei Montessori School

5.0

An amazing school that teaches using the Montessori philosophy.

- Robin C.

Little Archer Group Family Daycare

5.0

Excellent, caring, professional service. Reasonable rates.. Would recommend

- Carlton C.

Magaly Martinez

5.0

Magaly is awesome! She treats my kids as they are one of her own. She is warm and caring and genuinely concerned about my child's needs. I am truly grateful that she is able to care for my kids. I would highly recommend Magaly if you are in need of child care.

- Monica H.

Worry Not Daycare

5.0

The owner was very helpful and willing to work with my budget. She is personable and went above and beyond to make sure my needs were met. Highly recommended.

- Tanya

Take A Break Playcare

5.0

Ashley and Christine have been very patient with our son. He is having separation issues but they are still very welcoming. I like how the playrooms are separated for younger and older children and that there are cameras in all rooms. And they don't mind that we call and check in on him.

- Jonathan M.

Drop-in child care in Buffalo, IA

Gloria Dei Montessori School

Gloria Dei Montessori School

615 Shiloh Drive, Dayton, OH

5.0

(1)

Gloria Dei offers a Montessori education (individualized learning in a collaborative setting) for children from 2 1/2 years old through 8th grade. Gloria Dei offers a great beginning and a lasting influence. The school is located on a wooded lot in Harrison Township, 10 minutes north of downtown...
5.0
"An amazing school that teaches using the Montessori philosophy."

Robin C.


Little Archer Group Family Daycare

Little Archer Group Family Daycare

1431 St Lawrence Ave, Bronx, NY

5.0

(1)

Little Archers group family daycare is certified with State of New York in Infant/ child CPR and First Aid, 7- Year License Certificate, we entertained with structured programing, nutritional meals & snacks, circle times, arts & crafts, story time as well as hands on activities, we offer pick-ups &...
5.0
"Excellent, caring, professional service. Reasonable rates.. Would recommend"

Carlton C.


Magaly Martinez

Magaly Martinez

Summerfield Dr, Antioch, CA

5.0

(4)

Having worked with kids for 15 yrs, as well as being an art college graduate and having a passion for design and handcrafts, my program focuses in arts and crafts as well as homework help and fun activities. Healthy meals and snacks are provided, as well as school drop off and pick up. During the...
5.0
"Magaly is awesome! She treats my kids as they are one of her own. She is warm and caring and genuinely concerned about my child's needs. I am truly grateful that she is able to care for my kids. I would highly recommend Magaly if you are in need of child care."

Monica H.


Worry Not Daycare

Worry Not Daycare

832 E 160th Pl, South Holland, IL

5.0

(1)

Worry Not Daycare is a licensed home daycare that provides quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 13 years of age. We provide before, after and all day services 24 hours a day. We also offer drop in services (date night). Hot meals are provided and transportation if needed. We offer discounted...
5.0
"The owner was very helpful and willing to work with my budget. She is personable and went above and beyond to make sure my needs were met. Highly recommended."

Tanya


Take A Break Playcare

Take A Break Playcare

2855 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

Take A Break Playcare offers on demand babysitting in a playroom. Parents drop off children for staff supervised play. We accept children ages 3 months - 13 years. We do not accept any sick children. We are not a daycare facility. At a basic level, we offer babysitting in a storefront playroom....
5.0
"Ashley and Christine have been very patient with our son. He is having separation issues but they are still very welcoming. I like how the playrooms are separated for younger and older children and that there are cameras in all rooms. And they don't mind that we...

Jonathan M.


Chuchie's Home Daycare

Chuchie's Home Daycare

7218 Beverly Park Dr, Springfield, VA

5.0

(3)

Lovely and caring home daycare with playground Virginia State Licensed,Business Permit CPR Trained, AED and First AID 22 years of child caring experiences Fluent in English and Tagalog (national language of the Philippines) Smoke-free,clean and very safe environment Preparation to...
5.0
"Chuchie is amazing. A friend of ours recommended her. Our daughter was 8 months old when we had her go to Chuchie's daycare and she still goes their to this day and is now 5. Chuchie is accommodating with the parents schedules. My daughter was going Full-Time up...

Christine M.


Play And Learn Family Daycare

Play And Learn Family Daycare

560 Pleasant St, Gardner, MA

5.0

(2)

Play and Learn is a family child care program licensed by the state of Massachusetts with a capacity of 8 children with a childcare certified assistant. Play and Learn offers flexible care, easy location, small group, and learning environment. I also provide drop-in child care services.
5.0
"Excelente persona, amable, responsable y cuida con mucho amor los niños."

Bether M


Jubilee Christian Preparatory Academy

Jubilee Christian Preparatory Academy

3000 Macedonia Rd., Powder Springs, GA

5.0

(1)

Jubilee Prep is a Christian based college preparatory Academy using Abeka curriculum for Toddlers through Second Grade. We also provide extended care service with bus pick up and drop off for elementary and middle school students within 5-10 miles radius from our school location.
5.0
"JCPA gave my daughter an early start in reading and math skill. Each time we have family reunion people are often amazed at how well she can read at such an early age. To me JCPA rate excellent!"

Opal T.


Jaycare (facility #334845355)

Jaycare (facility #334845355)

438 Lassa Way, Perris, CA

5.0

(2)

Jay Care is a Licensed/ CPR Certified Family Child Care that is in-home based located in Perris, CA. We provide a loving, smoke free, pet free, safe environment designed to assist your little one with growth and learning. It is our goal to help your little one build new healthy friendships, through...
5.0
"Tywanna is very caring, patient, reliable, and picks up my kids on time and has a clean loving environment. And my son's homework is always done and has educational activities for the kids ."

Jasmine J.


Canyon Lake Kids Academy

Canyon Lake Kids Academy

130 Charter Oaks, Canyon Lake, TX

5.0

(4)

Canyon Lake Kids Academy offers a well planned, structured learning environment that has been developed to stimulate the abilities of each individual child. We offer a combination of indoor and outdoor activities, balanced with lessons planned around interests and the needs of our students. Our Head...
5.0
"Amazing staff with so much heart and a caring mindset. The teachers really make an effort to engage the kids and develop them in a very individualized way. The management is really committed to providing a safe, fun, and loving environment. Very thankful for Mrs....

Hannah Y.


Brown's Daycare

Brown's Daycare

2742 Night Star, SAN ANTONIO, TX

Starting at $775/mo

5.0

(2)

Welcome to Brown's Daycare! We offer children a supportive and friendly environment that’s just like home. At our in-home daycare, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that ensure they reach their developmental milestones. I have over 20 years in...
5.0
"He was really focused on the kids and education was a big thing for him he was really engaged with the curriculum. We loved how he really presented himself and he has 4 children already, My mom was an educator just like Mr George and we connected with him on that...

Lauren L.


Preschooler's Play Central

Preschooler's Play Central

6824 Esther Lane, Cincinnati, OH

5.0

(11)

I am currently accepting children for my family daycare. I have 25 years of experience. I am accepting children from 18 months to 4 years old. I charge $45.00 a day for children 2 and under, and $40.00 a day for 2 and up. If your child is a drop-in, it's $10.00 an hour.
5.0
"Stacy watched my daughter for about 2 years, starting when she was 2. Stacy is fantastic! She is so caring and warm. Hazel would always come home with crafts that the kids did each day and Stacy would always go the extra mile by throwing holiday parties and...

Molly B.


Nana's Day Care

Nana's Day Care

5531 Chandler Drive, San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

PRESCHOOL TEACHER/ DAY CARE. Let me introduce myself, my name is Paty. I have a licensed home Day care in Clairemont Mesa since 1996. (I have over 20 years of experience.) I have passed Home Inspection by State of California. I have had background and fingerprint. I graduated as a preschool...
5.0
"Patty was the most wonderful caretaker for my daughter. I felt totally secure leaving her with her and Mila loved being with Patty. I received videos and pictures every single day! This woman knows what she is doing and trust your baby will be well taken care of!"

Jenna W.


Rise Academy Learning Center

Rise Academy Learning Center

7106 Liberty Grove Rd, Rowlett, TX

4.0

(1)

With over 10 years of experience with children of all ages, I can proudly say that the well-trained staff of Rise Academy offers the best care in the Rowlett, Garland, Rockwall, Sachse and Wylie areas. Services we provide include: Toddlers Preschool Daily Drop-Offs Before and After...
4.0
"I am a first time mother of a baby boy! He was only 2 months old starting child care here. Mariana was great keeping me updated with my little guy. She asked prompting questions throughout the day, sent me pictures, and even was trying to keep him on the schedule...

Tamiya J.


Fran's Day Care

Fran's Day Care

3485 Reynard Way Unit C, San Diego, CA

5.0

(15)

Hi Parents, My name is Francesca Sanfilippo (formerly Sciuto) and I have been running a licensed and insured, in-home daycare in my lovely home in the Mission Hills area for over 32 years. I am and remain current with my CPR and First Aid certifications. I consider myself to be a loving, nurturing,...
5.0
"Where do I even begin? Words cannot explain how thankful we are to have found Fran and to have our daughter in her care. Fran started watching our daughter when she just four months old up until she just turned two years old. As first-time and working parents, we...

Lindsey G.


Carimich Family Daycare

Carimich Family Daycare

24102 141 Ave, Rosedale, NY

4.0

(1)

Now Enrolling, accepting children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Monday to Friday 7a.m. to 6 p.m. with weekend and extended hours available. After school, Drop in and Pick up available. We supervise kids with their homework. Licensed Family Home daycare, Safe environment, First Aid/CPR, Certified...
4.0
"very nice place, staffs are very good with with children. price affordable. my two children dont want to leave to go go home at time."

Caridad B.


Mommie's Helper On Wheels

Mommie's Helper On Wheels

333 Normandy Street, Houston, TX

5.0

(1)

I will drop-off and pick-up your child from school Monday- Friday. I will also do sick pick-up....If you are unable to pick your child up from daycare or school because they are sick call me and I will pick them up and bring them to you.
5.0
"De'Shana Kittling 5080 Helbig Road Apt98 Beaumont,Texas 77708 (409)899-1927 Arlinedeshana@yahoo.com objective To aquire a position in ownership or as a care giver at a day care center Education 2011-2011 Lamar Institute of...

Deshana K.


Happy Days - Happy Face

Happy Days - Happy Face

Geneva Street, Glendale, CA

5.0

(6)

Kunikova Family Day Care providing Infant Care in a home like loving atmosphere. Offering full and part-time, and drop in care Monday through Friday from 8am to 5.30pm/6 pm. Helping the little ones explore and learn about the world through games and play. Teaching them how to be independent...
5.0
"My son is 16 months old and he is going to Kristina's daycare for almost one year now. Before that, I tried another daycare so I had a pretty clear idea about what I didn't want for my son. And I am truly blessed and thankful to have found Kristina. This daycare is...

Pauline M.


Small Treasures Child Care

Small Treasures Child Care

130 Furman Circle, Conway, SC

4.2

(36)

* Open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. * I offer part-time, full-time, & drop-in care. Your tuition includes- *Preschool curriculum. *Arts & crafts. *Plenty of choice play both indoors and out. *All meals and snacks. *Wipes & diaper cream. *Small program for quality one-on-one care. *Plus...
5.0
"Marian and her staff are great with our daughter. So many fun and educational activities to keep the kids busy. My daughter looks forward to going to daycare everyday and see her friends. All the staff are very professional and you can tell they have a passion for...

Laura


William's Family Child Care

William's Family Child Care

3217 Del Amo Blvd, Lakewood, CA

5.0

(1)

We understand that every job isn't Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm, which is why we offer Extended Hours and Overnight Child Care! We provide Dependable and trustworthy Child Care to make the lives of our Families that much easier! Only 6 openings available! In addition to providing a high...
5.0
"I Love it! My children attend and Ms. LaVonnda and her team provide great care and comfort to our family! My kids are learning so Much!"

Lavonnda H.


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