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Q: How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Columbia, SC?

You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Columbia, SC. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

Q: What should I expect when I drop my child off at a drop-in child care center near me in Columbia, SC?

When you drop your child off near you in Columbia, SC, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Q: Are there any special considerations I need to be aware of when using drop-in child care near me in Columbia, SC?

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Columbia, SC you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Q: What times are available for drop-in child care in Columbia, SC?

Drop-in child care hours in Columbia, SC will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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Miss Mary's Play And Learn

5.0

Mary is awesome. She was the nanny for our first child for a year until we moved away. After having our second child, we moved back and, without hesitation, we asked her to be our nanny again. Now both of our kids love her like family.

- Kyle

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.

Happy Face Child Care

5.0

Rosa is amazing at what she does! I always feel safe dropping my son off everyday. Rosa cares for him and the other children like they are her own. She is attentive to their needs, and does a great job balancing having little ones at the same time. Her communication is one thing that I'm so grateful...

- Melissa C.

Gretel's Fun Adventures

5.0

Hello everyone, My name is Grace, and I'm here to talk about this amazing daycare that my daughter loves so much every time we go visit. The owner of this daycare is my sister and I'm not here to brag about it, I'm here to tell the truth. We both used to do babysitting ever since we were...

- Grace S.

Chuchie's Home Daycare

5.0

Chuchie is an excellent day care provider that I provide my highest recommendation for. Chuchie provided full-time day care for both of our kids for several years (including from just after birth for our son) until both of our kids aged out/my mom fully retired. Based on our wonderful experience, I...

- Kyle M.

Drop-in child care in Columbia, SC

Miss Mary's Play And Learn

1329 Bunratty Cir, Pflugerville, TX

5.0

(3)

Miss Mary's play and learn is an in-home daycare with a small teacher to child ratio for a better learning experience. I believe that children learn through everyday play! My mission is to prepare children for school while providing a safe and fun learning environment! Children will learn the basics...

5.0

"Mary is awesome. She was the nanny for our first child for a year until we moved away. After having our second child, we moved back and, without hesitation, we asked her to be our nanny again. Now both of our kids love her like family."

Kyle

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.

Happy Face Child Care

99 Garfield Avenue, Lodi, NJ

4.9

(11)

Do you need a day off or a last-minute childcare? Do you need a trustworthy childcare? I've got your back. In a small group and homey environment, your child will feel comfortable and get the personal attention he/she deserves. While your child is in my care, I will nurture and attend to his or...

5.0

"Finding Rosa was a savior for our son! He loves being there and being with other kids his age. Rosa provides balanced and nutritious meals and offers a lot of variety that have really opened him up to eating newer things. Her outdoor space is also great and...

Andrea E

Gretel's Fun Adventures

5542 Governor Cir, Stockton, CA

5.0

(1)

My name is Gretel. I operate a daycare in my home. I'm State Licensed. Child care providing is not only a "job" but a chosen profession. I have my A.S. degree and certificate in Early Childhood Education and attend many workshops/orientations in my field. I'm also certified in CPR, First Aid and...

5.0

"Hello everyone, My name is Grace, and I'm here to talk about this amazing daycare that my daughter loves so much every time we go visit. The owner of this daycare is my sister and I'm not here to brag about it, I'm here to tell the truth. We both used to do...

Grace S.

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 an excellent day care provider that I provide my highest recommendation for. Chuchie provided full-time day care for both of our kids for several years (including from just after birth for our son) until both of our kids aged out/my mom fully retired....

Kyle M.

The Learning Tree Academy

119 S 46 St, Philadelphia, PA

5.0

(1)

The Learning Tree Academy is a Childcare/ Preschool located in West Philadelphia. We offer Childcare for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We offer summer camp and pick ups and drop offs to surrounding schools. We have monthly field trips, Daily activities and a structured environment. We have small...

5.0

"My daughter has learned so much from the teachers at Learnkng Tree. She has been attending for 4 years I am very satisfied"

Christina M.

Precious Cargo Learn N Play

13166 Baxter Springs Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

5.0

(8)

Precious Cargo Learn N Play is an in-home childcare environment. As I searched for childcare for my own child, I discovered a strong need for more intimate, and private childcare settings. Too often children are getting lost in the shuffle at large childcare centers. In my home, your child will...

5.0

"Shamica provided excellent care for my boys, ages 3 and 5, for one year. I'm heartbroken that she had to move out of state because otherwise my boys would still be in her care today! It's hard to find a provider like Shamica. She is truly one-of-a-kind! She...

Evelyn C.

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

"Like all the other moms here, I love Fran and strongly encourage you to consider her for your infant's care. I have known Fran for nearly 10 years!! Before I had children I knew she ran a daycare, and I was always impressed by her kind and caring demeanor. Fran...

Hui X.

Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

2937 S Claremont, Springfield, MO

5.0

(2)

The master planned and accredited curriculum at Little Sunshine's Playhouse, Creatively Shine, is based off the newest research and trends to prepare young children to enter their educational career equipped with cognitive, social, emotional, physical and language skills. Some of the most innovative...

5.0

"I work for Little sunshines, this location specifically and I absolutely love it! I will never work at another childcare center! Such an amazing management team! I absolutely love working here! There is so much room for growth and you are supported and valued as an...

Mikayla D.

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

"As a parent, I entrust my greatest blessing to the staff at JayCare every day, and I am grateful for the loving care and guidance he receives. My child has learned so much and continues to share with me the great activities that go on each day at "school!" A...

Karin M.

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

"I was nervous to leave my daughter but Patty puts my worries at ease. My daughter is so happy to see her when we arrive and see's her. I feel my daughter is in great hands. Gives my updates on how she doing and what they did during day."

Christina P.

First Baptist Palmer Christian Academy

200 S Sherman St, Palmer, TX

5.0

(1)

We offer before and after school care for school aged children 4 and up. We are also open during the summer and holidays. Drop in accepted. Part time care provided at a discounted rate. We offer Bible story, snacks, homework time, arts and crafts, music and electronic time. We are open from 6:00...

5.0

"great place for kids to come and have fun!"

Kathy H.

Rising Star Family Day Care

45597 Skreen Way, Great Mills, MD

5.0

(8)

Hey parents! Welcome! Looking for care for your little ones? We are a licensed family daycare. We like to have fun while learning and we provide a safe and structured learning environment for the kids Call 301-862-1783 and schedule a tour, we'd love to have you! We provide before and after...

5.0

"I am so fortunate to have met Ms. Phillips and the rising star crew. This place is a God send I can't recommend this day care enough. The owner is always available, the facilities are up to date and cheerful, and the workers are loving and engaging."

Nile P

Lisa F.

2670 Darfler Court, Aurora, IL

5.0

(1)

In home child daycare provider. I am an experienced, caring, loving, attentive child caregiver, out of my home for full time, part time,or before and after school care. Days and hours are flexible. I can possibly drop off and/or pick up from nearby preschool or elementary school.

5.0

"Lisa has watched my kids a number of times. My kids love going by her and I would highly recommend her for anyone who is need of someone caring and responsible to trust with your children."

Todd T.

Maria's Daycare And Preschool

425 Pamela Dr, Bay Point, CA

5.0

(3)

We are a licensed large family daycare license number 070209111. We are a bilingual home daycare that provides fresh healthy home cooked meals daily, along with snacks. During the morning we have preschool for the older children along with outside playtime, and arts and crafts. For the younger...

5.0

"My daughter has been going to Maria's Daycare for almost 4 years now (started at 4 months old). I'm very pleased with the care she receives and the communication Maria and Lianne maintain with me. Now that Lianne is offering a preschool curriculum, a huge weight...

Tosha K.

Little Hearts O' Texas Home Daycare

1302 Dugger Cir, Killeen, TX

5.0

(2)

I operate a small Family Daycare listed with the Texas DFPS. I meet all requirements for a Registered home with all backgrounds passed. I offer BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL, OVERNIGHT, DROP-IN AND PART TIME CARE (when space is available). WEEKEND care is offered on an as needed basis and at a different rate....

5.0

"This was the best daycare ever! Daughter loved it! Daycare was very flexible to our hours and very professional for being a home daycare."

Shelton A.

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

"Excellent daycare, where safety and love are the first, Sue the daycare provider take care of the children with love and respect and safety, the place it's always very clean and the children are happy to be there. You can see their smiles when they get there."

Sugeiris V.

Debbie's Daycare

880 Timber Pass, Downingtown, PA

5.0

(9)

I am an experienced mother that has been providing daycare for over 26 years in my home! I have raised two children of my own that are now in college and have years of experience with all ages of children. My home is a loving, safe environment for children to grow and have fun! We go outside...

5.0

"Finding Debbie was a godsend for our family. After visiting multiple (seriously, like 9?) corporate and privately-run daycares, I was extremely disappointed and frankly a bit scared about sending my son out into the world. I still don't know how we got so lucky...

Claudia R.

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 *.

Brown Bear Childcare

236 Tyler Ave N, Hopkins, MN

5.0

(1)

Licensed home childcare center providing specialized care. I take the time to know your child and nurture proper growth and development. Featuring 1800 square feet of play space with a separate entrance from the home. I care for 6 children up to 5 years of age with the occasional drop-in after...

5.0

"Kristen was our full time family nanny for 4 years. During that time she took care of our 3 children ranging from infant to 6 years old. Kristen was always a caring and compassionate nanny and all 3 of our children adored her. She took the initiative to create...

Kelly K.