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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Palo Alto, CA

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

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

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.

Clap Your Hands Childcare

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 so thankful that Ms. Peggy is under...

- Solay

Somerset Child Care

5.0

We had the privilege training with Dr.(D.Th) Namoo Carolan. She is an Author of a published book A Pilgrim's Cross- Resurrecting the Broken Soul in America". She did a workshop on "When Tragedy Strikes a Congregation". From natural disasters to family tragedies, they do occur. Does your staff now...

- Frank A

Drop-in child care in Palo Alto, CA

Little Hands - A Parent Child Center

1300 5th Ave, Belmont, CA

"Our mission is to provide a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for parents and their children to learn and grow together. Babies, toddlers and young preschoolers are invited to play, learn and explore stations throughout the school. Toys and weekly activities are specifically selected for...

I am placing this add for my daughter's daycare provider as she is wonderful and happens to have an opening: She has been in business over 17 years; always done daycare, and has raised 5 of her own children, and has two grandchildren. She speaks Spanish in the home, and her children all speak...

Footsteps Child Care at Cipriani

2525 Buena Vista Avenue, BELMONT, CA

Footsteps Child Care, Inc. provides infants, children, youth and their families with quality programs in a safe, nurturing and enriching environment, through caring and professional staff and family involvement.

A PLUS ACADEMY

569 E EL CAMINO REAL, Sunnyvale, CA

A+ academy is a Preschool / After-school / summer camps in Sunnyvale. It excels in providing education in a healthy, safe and caring environment to its children

SAFARI KID MENLO PARK

107 CLOVER LANE, MENLO PARK, CA

Starting at $2435/mo


Angel Grace Childcare

619 Spring St, Redwood City, CA

I consider myself a very honest and responsible person I like to interact with children I have more than 30 years taking care of children and I have 2 years with my home day care. I speak to the children all the time in Spanish and I also give them homemade and very healthy meals since I am part of...

Licensed Day Care Provider

635 San Patricio Ave., Sunnyvale, CA

Hello My Family daycare has been in business since 1991. A lot of children have blessed my life. It is a safe, warm, loving environment. I'm CPR certified, first aid trained, certified as a teacher for years.I've achieved 5 Appreciation awards from the City of Sunnyvale for since 2008, extensive...

Choo Choo Train Preschool

1110 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road A1, Sunnyvale, CA

Hello! We are Choo Choo Train Preschool located at 1110 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road A1, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. We have excellent teacher to child ratio. Bilingual in English/Mandarin. Our goal is to provide a safe, healthy, caring and learning environment for children between 2 to 6 years old. We also...

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


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 is amazing! I was so worried about having to go back to work after having my son but Brooklyn has taken the best care of him! She is a blessing, and she is so understanding if we have last minute schedule changes. Over the past 6 months our son has never...

Care member


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.


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
"My daughter thrived in many developmental areas of life under Peggy Graham's care. From the age of 5 months to school age, I've witnessed the attention to care, safety and well being of my child. When my daughter attended regular school , they were impressed by her...

Tiffany. B


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
"I can't begin to say enough about Somerset Child care, Mrs. Carolan is extremely hospitable and is exceptionally great with children, she has very good daily activities, she brings in laughter out of children even during their tantrum. She has outings with...

Michelle D


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.


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.


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.


Little Rainbow Inc

Little Rainbow Inc

600 Seaman Ave, Baldwin, NY

5.0

(2)

Early childhood center with literature based curriculum. Open from 7:30am to 6:00pm. Early drop off available. Children aged 6 weeks to 5 years and before and afterschool. Breakfast, lunch, and snack included. Free registration if you mention Care.com.
5.0
"Both my children have "grown up" in Little Rainbow and I have to say I couldn't have asked for a better childcare experience! All of the staff is kind, sweet and caring. Both my children enjoy the warm environment and they have learned so much while having fun! As...

Nicole D.


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
"My kids always come here and have a blast! We've been here several times and it's always a great experience. I actually can't get my kids to leave when it's time to go. Great prices and very friendly staff."

Symone H.


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
"The support, care, and attention from the teachers has been great. We have seen our children thrive during there time there."

Maryam K.


Debbie S.

Debbie S.

1 Clarendon Hills Road, Clarendon Hills, IL

4.9

(9)

*All day care *Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up *Date nights/over nights *CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK* My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...
5.0
"Debbie is by far the best daycare provider we have had for our 5 and 7 year old daughters! My girls love her to pieces which is the most important thing. They look forward to going there every day and fight me to leave when I pick them up. Debbie is very loving and...

Bridget R.


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