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Recent drop-in child care reviews in El Mirage, AZ

Montessori Home Preschool

5.0

Ms. Emily is AMAZING! She helped us out of bind with watching our youngest. My baby is 2 yo and doesn't generally like strangers. When we met Ms. Emily , my baby didn't want to leave. Its such a relieving feeling to know your baby is safe AND happy. Would and will reccomend Ms. Emily to anyone.

- Alexa B.

Marilyn C

5.0

We just hired Marilyn to watch our two boys and felt right at home from the moment we walked in to her home. She is very loving and warm towards our boys! She is very structured, clean and hands on with them. We couldn't have come across a better fit! Thanks you Marilyn!

- Vanessa M.

Head Start Daycare

5.0

This is a fun loving environment that I feel comfortable leaving my two kids out when I am in a crunch and need help with child care.

- Lindsey K.

Kingsland Childcare Solutions

5.0

Kingsland has definitely set the bar high in my opinion, there's no comparison when it comes to the others. I've dealt with several day care centers in the past and none of them could even be mentioned in the same sentence with this place let alone be compared to it, I would be doing Kingsland a...

- Ced B

Shenanigans Organically Grown Child Care

5.0

We are so lucky/blessed to have found her. I don't know how she does it all. My son has been going there for a few months and he LOVES it! The activities she has done with him has helped him immensely. I cannot say enough about the kind of care she provides. You can tell she cares for the children...

- Erica S.

Drop-in child care in El Mirage, AZ

Montessori Home Preschool

Montessori Home Preschool

12911 W Voltaire Ave, El Mirage, AZ

5.0

(3)

Hi there! I'm Ms. Emily, I've worked with young children, including special needs for the past 6 years. I have 10+ yrs experience in the medical field. However, have come to realize that teaching children is my passion. I take pride in my work ethic and teaching abilities. I am patient, caring,...
5.0
"Ms. Emily has been working with my preschooler for three months. My preschooler is now able to recognize all of the letters, numbers, and preschool sight words. Each lesson plan that Ms. Emily plans includes weekly art, science, and music. My preschooler is...

Pavielle G.


Ms. Jen's Place

Ms. Jen's Place

6947 W Cinnabar Ave, Peoria, AZ

Mother of three with great child care background. Have worked with all ages from infants to high school, in various positions from day care lead teacher to church preschool teacher and up to management positions. My main focus is providing a great in home, safe, fun and creative place for children...

Jamie H

Jamie H

6609 W Crocus Dr, Glendale, AZ

Need a babysitter? How about two? We are two mothers in our mid 30's that love children! We live in a huge single story, baby proofed home w/no pool & huge indoor & outdoor play areas. We serve nutritional meals, read everyday, teach ABC's, colors, shapes, manners, etc. Our hours are from 6am-6pm...

Guidepost Montessori at Peoria

Guidepost Montessori at Peoria

20565 Fletcher Way, Peoria, AZ

Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Peoria location, your child will take advantage of an English or Spanish Immersion curriculum, beautiful, new classrooms and natural...

Little Shepherd Child Care

Little Shepherd Child Care

4330 West Keim Drive, Glendale, AZ

I have CPR training, I have been finger printed . When parents first start I have them fill out their information, name address, phone numbers, someone close to them that I could call in an emergency, list any alergies Loving care of your babies and children, I teach them their alphabet and how to...

Chunky Cheeks Daycare

Chunky Cheeks Daycare

10350 W McDowell Road, Avondale, AZ

Here at Chunky Cheeks Daycare we offer the best care so that you have nothing to worry about.

Now that I'm retired after working for 35 years, I can finally do what I've always wanted to do - childcare in my home. I will teach ABCs, 123s, sharing, manners, hand washing, and potty training if needed. I have limited openings for daytime hours but can accommodate some drop ins. I do have...
5.0
"We hired Marilyn to watch our two children. She is great! Beautiful, clean home with a playroom for kids. She has a real love for children and will care for them as if they are her own. Highly recommended caregiver! By Elizabeth B on 6/30/12"

Care.com M.


Head Start Daycare

16136 W. Desert Flower Dr., Goodyear, AZ

3.0

(2)

Head Start is a new daycare service in Goodyear, Arizona that emphasizes quality and affordability. It has been 3 months of preparations and the doors are now open for families to join a safe, fun, and educational environment. Every family can expect the following from their enrollment at Head...
5.0
"This is a fun loving environment that I feel comfortable leaving my two kids out when I am in a crunch and need help with child care."

Lindsey K.


Kingsland Childcare Solutions

Kingsland Childcare Solutions

Arroyo Mountain Estates, Litchfield Park, AZ

5.0

(7)

Kingsland ChildCare Solutions, Inc. after protracted haggling with banks building owners has made the strategic decision to open up as a home based child care development in Arroyo mountain Estates in Litchfield Park (Buckeye) AZ. This pushes back the building move by 12 months. Kingsland operates...
5.0
"Kingsland has definitely set the bar high in my opinion, there's no comparison when it comes to the others. I've dealt with several day care centers in the past and none of them could even be mentioned in the same sentence with this place let alone be compared to...

Ced B


Shenanigans Organically Grown Child Care

12625 W Colter Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ

5.0

(2)

5.0
"We are so lucky/blessed to have found her. I don't know how she does it all. My son has been going there for a few months and he LOVES it! The activities she has done with him has helped him immensely. I cannot say enough about the kind of care she provides. You...

Erica S.


TEACH 'N' FUN INC

12375 W Indian School Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ

5.0

(1)

Teach N' Fun is a locally owned preschool and child care center that has been proudly serving the community since 1986. We have two locations serving the Phoenix area offering child care and preschool services for children ages 1 through 11 years of age. We believe every child is unique and that...
5.0
"Professional, loving staff that truly adore children and value the entire family."

Rich L


Home Away From Home

5322 W Sierra St, Glendale, AZ

Hi- I am a stay at home Mom of a 2 year old daughter. I made the decision to quit my job a couple of months ago because I didn't want to be away from my child so much. It was a hard decision but I am loving the time I get to spend with her! I know how hard it is to be a working parent and will do...

ANCC Home Daycare

5239 W Laurie Lane, Glendale, AZ

I offer a loving atmosphere - D.E.S. Certified & enrolled in the Quality First program, I am a certified teacher with 28 years teaching experience. Early Childhood Education certified. I also offer bilingual Chinese daycare. High standards of safety and security Flexible hours: 6:00 a.m. to...

Vaughn's family childcare

7907 N 61st Dr, Glendale, AZ

I am DES certified and I except private pay also. I drop off and pick up kids to and from school. I offer hot meals and snacks, and a fun preschool program with art activities. Each week we focus on a different letter and color so the preschool kids can get pre-k ready! I also love the babies and...

Benson Family Child Care

15339 N 148th Ct, Surprise, AZ

low ratio in home child care :)

Little Minds Learning Center, LLC

Little Minds Learning Center, LLC

18426 W. Maui Ln, Surprise, AZ

Little Minds Learning Center is an in-home preschool program located in Surprise, AZ offering a fun an caring learning experience for your child. Call or email now to set up an appointment to meet face to face, tour the learning area, and discuss the details of the program. Linda has over 10...

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