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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Madison, WI

Ms. Julia's House

5.0

I highly recommend Julia, she is always available for when I need her to watch my daughter especially last minute. She is also kind enough to watch our daughter later to accommodate our crazy schedules. She has been watching our daughter close to a year now and glad I found her.

- Michelle K

Pei-pei's Playhouse

5.0

Pei-Pei provides impeccable child care. She maintains a safe, loving and structured environment for the children in her care. I agree, with another review posted here, that Pei-Pei's professional experience in early childhood education and linguistics makes her an exceptional choice for child...

- Peggy P.

In Home Child Care

5.0

Ava is my daughter, she has always been beautiful inside and out. She is just fantastic with children. Ava will value your children and love them like her own. She has a wonderful sense of humor, and finds the good in all things. Good Luck in your search, but I think she's the best! :)

- Ava's M

Playhouse Daycare And Drop-in

5.0

I wouldn't ask for a better place and care taker as Ms. Nicole. She is wonderful with kids and extremely patient. Best prices too!

- Jasmine W.

Porter Child Care

5.0

Brooklyn has been watching our son since he we moved to the area over six years ago. She has seen our family grow and supported us through major life events as well! Now our daughter who was born last year is cared for by Brooklynn and we would not allow anyone else but her watch our child....

- Care member

Drop-in child care in Madison, WI

Mia's Daycare Center

Mia's Daycare Center

6121 Odana Rd, MADISON, WI

Starting at $1480/mo

Welcome to Mia’s Daycare! We offer children a supportive and friendly environment that’s just like home. At our business zoned center, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that ensure they reach their developmental milestones. We develop the...

Journey Together Child Care

Journey Together Child Care

4657 Verona Rd, Madison, WI

Hours of Operation are Monday through Friday, 6am to 5:30 pm. Journey Together Childcare serves children between the ages of 6weeks to 8years of age. We are licensed for 35 children. We offer 2 meals and 1 snack per day as nourishment so that no child goes without nourishment while in care. We...

Ms. Julia's House

Ms. Julia's House

3206 Churchill Drive, Madison, WI

5.0

(4)

Thank you for considering me as your next childcare provider! :) My name is Julia & I am a stay at home mom of 5. I live in the Arbor Hills neighborhood which makes my home very quick and easy to get to from the Beltline, & your morning commute to daycare very simple. I also am within a few blocks...
5.0
"being a first time parent, I was a little nervous about taking my baby to daycare because she was 3 months old at that time. after talking to her and leaving our girl there for the first week we knew Julia would be a great substitute mother in a daycare. just by...

Rose A


Pei-Pei's Playhouse provides professional babysitting services in a warm and caring home environment. We offer full-time, part-time, and drop-in care for infants and toddlers. Conveniently located in Madison with home-based care, we offer the flexibility you need and the personal attention your...
5.0
"Pei-Pei is a loving, trustworthy person and attentive caregiver. Her background in early childhood education and linguistics makes her an exceptional choice for child care."

Laura T


Van Hecker Family Daycare

Van Hecker Family Daycare

5804 Monticello Way, Madison, WI

Hi, my name is Michele. I am a state licensed home daycare, CPR/First Aid Certified childcare provider. I have been providing childcare for 35 years. I currently have openings in my childcare. I believe in providing a happy, loving and clean environment for children to grow and learn in. I have had...

Lodgic Kids Camp

Lodgic Kids Camp

2801 Marshall Ct, Madison, WI

Flexible, high-quality, extended-hour childcare to meet the changing needs of today's families. Lodgic Kids Camp provides quality licensed and COVID-responsible childcare programs to fit your needs, on your schedule. Full-time, part-time, and scheduled hourly care is available for children ages...

Jen's Angels

Jen's Angels

5148 Anton Drive 213, Fitchburg, WI

Hello! My name is Jen, and I currently have room for 1 child. I can accept ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. I have been providing daycare for nearly 6 years. I started off doing in home daycare and left to work at a center. I have found that running my own daycare is what I am called to do. I am 4-C...

Sportscentric Kids Care

Sportscentric Kids Care

1102 Richard Ct, Waunakee, WI

A Before and/or After School program with an emphasis on sports located in the new Westbridge neighborhood of Waunakee. Our home has an indoor gym, play room and game room. Our house was built for kids. MISSION: Provide a safe and secure place to be a child outside of home and school. Provide...

Creative Nanny Solutions

PO Box 6622, Monona, WI

Brand new nanny agency ready to assist with your nanny needs. Full and part time nannies, mothers helpers, baby nurses and housekeepers. Need date night or occasional daytime care? Our babysitting placement service can assist with that. Of course you have questions. Ask away! Please feel free to...

In Home Child Care

In Home Child Care

3810 Pecan Ln, Mont Belvieu, TX

5.0

(2)

I am a stay-at-home mom of two. I have a passion for raising my children, and chose to make a full-time career out of it. My children are 2 & 3. I offer in home child care during the week, weekend date night sitting, and last minute drop offs. I live in the center of Mont Belvieu, TX in the...
5.0
"Ava is my daughter, she has always been beautiful inside and out. She is just fantastic with children. Ava will value your children and love them like her own. She has a wonderful sense of humor, and finds the good in all things. Good Luck in your search, but I...

Ava's M


Playhouse Daycare And Drop-in

Playhouse Daycare And Drop-in

641 Twin View Dr, Murfreesboro, TN

5.0

(1)

We provide weekly childcare services as well as drop-in care. We provide overnight care as well. Enroll at www.playhousedaycaredropin.org
5.0
"I wouldn't ask for a better place and care taker as Ms. Nicole. She is wonderful with kids and extremely patient. Best prices too!"

Jasmine W.


Porter Child Care

Porter Child Care

PO Box 161253, Boiling Springs, SC

5.0

(17)

Hey! My name is Brooklynn Godwin. I am the owner and caregiver for Porter Child Care. I have over ten years experience in childcare. I have just recently graduated college and I am a part of the Air Force National Guard. I make my schedule as flexible as I can, by offering pick-ups, drop-offs, date...
5.0
"Brooklyn has been watching our son since he we moved to the area over six years ago. She has seen our family grow and supported us through major life events as well! Now our daughter who was born last year is cared for by Brooklynn and we would not allow anyone...

Care member


Clap Your Hands Childcare

Clap Your Hands Childcare

909 Knoll Ridge Way, Inman, SC

5.0

(7)

This is a contracted childcare and a drop in childcare service. We care for ages 6 weeks old up to 8 years old. Drop in childcare service (minimum age 1 years old) requires a minimum of 2 hours of childcare service ($15.00 per/hour). This is a family home daycare with a complete classroom set-up. We...
5.0
"Ms. Peggy is absolutely amazing! Our rainbow baby, Charlotte loves her and we sure do too. Being a foreign family it is definitely hard to excel Charlotte in developmental areas but Ms. Peggy has taught her so much and Charlotte just catches on so quickly. We are...

Solay


Somerset Child Care

Somerset Child Care

10271 Highland Green Dr, Jerome, MI

5.0

(6)

Here at Somerset Child Care we appreciate you trusting us with your child. That is why we have late evening care available and last minute drop-ins along with weekends available to meet your work schedule as busy parents or if you just want to have a date night, you can drop off your child in a...
5.0
"Mrs Carolan, specializes in infant care She is very detailed with daily infant report. We trust her with our child, it gives me a very peaceful feeling that she cares so well. I had only 6 weeks of maternity leave, had to look no further for care, because Mrs....

Alex


The Village Center

The Village Center

169 Port Rd, Kennebunk, ME

5.0

(2)

New nursery school in the lower village of Kennebunk/Kennebunkport! We are now accepting applications for our last few remaining spots! Contact : villagechilddc@gmail.com Or www.thevillagecenterkbk.com For more information! Drop in care provided at our skills based learning center....
5.0
"This place is amazing! The space is so engaging, and the caretakers are wonderful. Our two-year old took to the place and the caretakers immediately. After just a day, he was excited to go back. They have drop-in care by the hour, which you can use for an hour...

Clara L.


HONEYDEW DROP NOOK

HONEYDEW DROP NOOK

204 15TH ST, BROOKLYN, NY

Starting at $750/mo

5.0

(3)

We provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can grow, explore, and develop at their own pace. Our dedicated team of experienced caregivers is passionate about creating CHILD-CENTERED learning experiences through our creative curriculum, LITERACY APPROACH and engaging...
5.0
"We love Honeydew. We've sent both of our kids here and we would do it all over again. The teachers are extremely attentive and truly know our children -- their likes, dislikes, personalities, and quirks -- and are so loving, you can tell that everyone who works...

Care member


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.


PLAYCATION LLC

PLAYCATION LLC

1367 W CHICAGO AVE, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

We offer pay-by-the-hour Playcare for children ages 1-10. Currently, Hourly Playcare can be booked as far as 60 days out or scheduled same day, just 2 hours in advance. So you have the option to plan ahead or book for your last minute needs. Whether your regular provider isn't available, or...
5.0
"I love this place! I was able to go out and celebrate my anniversary kid free! It was such a relief to get a last minute break and have some free time to get all dolled up. We did a 5hr play and my kids had the time of their life! We didn't run into any issues....

Tymia D.


Stop, Drop & Play

Stop, Drop & Play

3623 Sana Court, Durham, NC

5.0

(2)

Stop, Drop & Play is a 24/7 child care facility that caters to the needs of families on the go. The facility is equipped to manage children ages 6 months to 12 years. Snacks and meals are provided and services are available for up to 10 hour shifts. Our low ratios and family setting gives children...
5.0
"If you're looking for a warm friendly Caring Place for your little one this is the place to be! My daughter has been going here since she was 2 years old she loves it. She is now four years old and getting ready for Pre-K!"

Sherry J.


Education From The Heart

Education From The Heart

5519 Gaumer Ave, Pennsauken, NJ

5.0

(1)

We are a Family Childcare Center located in Pennsauken, NJ. Our maximum ratio is 1 adult to 5 children however, we always have 2 adults present. We offer transportation to and from the center as well as, before school pick up/drop off and after school pick up. We also offer tutoring for K-3rd grade...
5.0
"I've been sending my 2 year old son a short time however Miss Shirley and Miss Kathy are wonderful! The center is clean with LOTS of toys and fun things for the children to do. I also love that Shirley has a strong background in early education so she is always...

Melissa G.


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Ratings for Madison, WI drop-in child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Madison, WI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care.