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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.
Word of Life Academy
5.0
Our family love this daycare and the staff is amazing. Such good people.
- James J.
Stop, Drop & Play
5.0
The team is awesome! My son is one and this has been our first experience with child care. His excitment each time I drop him off has put my mind at ease. Wonderful team!!
- Tatiyana K.
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.
Edna's Fun Family Daycare
5.0
We Love Miss Edna! Our 3 year old loves her too! Most importantly, I feel Miss Edna loves the kids she cares for!
- Scott L
Drop-in child care in Santa Ana, CA
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.
Word of Life Academy
PO Box 438771, Evergreen Park, IL
4.4
(7)
Word of Life Academy provides care for all children. We specialize in children with special needs. Charity provides care for children, ages 8 weeks to 10 years of age. We offer a preschool enrichment program as well as before and after school care.
We are fully licensed and certified to care for...
5.0
"We feel so comfortable leaving our children here. Such a safe and warm place. Happy to be here."
Robin
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
"The team is awesome! My son is one and this has been our first experience with child care. His excitment each time I drop him off has put my mind at ease. Wonderful team!!"
Tatiyana K.
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
"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...
Melissa C.
Edna's Fun Family Daycare
22131Advantage Run, San Antonio, TX
4.0
(4)
Registered Family home childcare. Safe educational environment. Great creative Pre-K curriculum basic develp. Skills. Arts & Crafts, Reading time, circle time, Out door play, Naps, Homework Assistance. Nutritious meals, CPR& 1st Aid certified. ENGLISH & SPANISH. Siblings discounts & Drop ins...
5.0
"We Love Miss Edna! Our 3 year old loves her too! Most importantly, I feel Miss Edna loves the kids she cares for!"
Scott L
5.0
(4)
I operate a small home-based business Cookie’s Castle Family Day Care LLC. that is committed to continuous improvement. A Family's Touch is dedicated to educating, loving, and caring for children while fostering the highest level
of self-esteem in a comfortable, safe, and secure environment. With...
5.0
"Her home is clean and welcoming Ms Cookie ensures all kids are safe and well taken care of Any fears of leaving your child will subside within the first few drop offs Activities are daily and some outings She communicates what she sees that would benefit you child...
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Divine Care
22745 Jefferson, Saint Clair Shores, MI
5.0
(5)
Greetings, my name is Dena and I am a licensed daycare provider with 10 years of experience. I have my Associates degree in teaching and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I have competitive low rates. I teach children and give them the nourishment and attention he or she needs. I supply two meals...
5.0
"Divine is an understatement for the care that my son has received from Mrs.Jordan-Roberson. Her center is clean, safe, fun, and most importantly, loving; a complete recipe for all the things parents hope for when they must depend on someone else to care for their...
Tannesha J.
Rubina Mirza Daycare
6048 Clames Drive, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(4)
Hello There, Welcome to Rubina Mirza Daycare!
My name is Rubina! Under our care, your child will have a second home where they feel warm, nourished, and cherished. We have story time with the children, and they are encouraged to draw and sing. Individual children's records are kept, including daily...
5.0
"Rubina’s daycare is pretty comfortable and clean. It is a safe space for the baby’s development.
She and her husband help us with the transition from home to daycare, my baby has been there since he was 6 months and didn’t take the bottle, but Rubina and her...
Care member
Aunties Bee Happy Daycare
2617 Lunt Ave., Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Beautiful In Home Daycare located in West Rogers Park steps away from Indian Boundary Park. Daycare is located in the lower level of a fully renovated home with full kitchen play area and washroom all on this level. Full and Part-Time Slots are available. Drop off and Pick-Up Times are 7am - 5pm....
5.0
"Auntie is an amazing care giver to littles.....she has had children and years later their children....watched a fow of my grand children....crafts and playtime and variety of healthy meals and snacks....never disappointed ...EVER!!!! "
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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.
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
"Great learning experience for all ages and the staff is amazing and love's the kids as their own i highly recommend CLKA! The owner is one of the most kind hearted women i know ! When you walk in you get that welcome feeling!!"
Amber F.
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.
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.
Blossom Home Childcare
Blossomchildcare11gmail.com, Hagerstown, MD
5.0
(2)
At Blossom home childcare we provide a warm, happy, family friendly environment for your children to grow and flourish mentally, physically and emotionally. Our service includes potty training, breakfast, lunch snack, games, learning and extra activities. We accept full time, part-time, before and...
5.0
"Very clean and friendly home care . She is very respectful my twins go hear and I must say they have improve a lot some they first started. I would recommend here for any family"
Jimmy S
Maritza's Daycare
31764 Via Valdez St., Lake Elsinore, CA
5.0
(3)
Maritza's Bilingual Home Daycare is a licensed facility by the state of California. I am a Montessori Teacher with 17 years of experience helping and caring for children. I am located 7 minutes from 15 Fwy Lake Elsinore (on Lincoln st between Riverside Drive and Grand st).
My business is open...
5.0
"Maritza watched my 2.5 year old son for 6 months while I took college classes. My son was very excited every time I told him he was "going to school" with Miss Maritza. She is very patient, kind, and has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. He enjoyed his time with...
Holly W.
Ms. C's Childcare
310 Arrington St, Nashville, TN
5.0
(1)
I offer 24 hour seven days a week childcare service in my home with drop-ins and weekends hours available for your convenience. We pride ourselves in providing a warm, safe, loving environment were kids learn, explore and just be a kids. We provide a open door policy, meals plan, physical...
5.0
"Ms.c's daycare is wonderful she really love the Kids they always smiling laughing has the most wonderful time my kids talk about ms C's all night long they love it there it is so wonderful and she's a caring person can't get no better thin dat"
Crystal C.
Willson House Child Development Center
1625 Center Street NE, Salem, OR
4.0
(1)
Our intergenerational program is one of the first of its kind in the state of Oregon. Unique to our program is the opportunity for your child to build relationships with seniors as they engage in special daily activities. It is truly a relationship to be treasured.
We believe learning should engage...
4.0
"If you are looking for quality childcare check out Willson House Child Development center. Trained and experienced staff provide developmentally appropriate activities in a nurturing and caring environment. Check Willson House CDC out today!
This program is...
Karen K.
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.
Veenu's Daycare
17216 Vestry Ct, Derwood, MD
4.9
(18)
Licensed, US Citizen, providing loving care for more than 25 years. Certified in: First Aid, CPR, Emergency Preparedness, SIDS Awareness. Nutritious homemade meals provided. Customized preschool curriculum. Newborn and up. Full time, part-time, and drop-in care. Non-smoking. No pets. Many...
5.0
"Our son absolutely loved Veenu's and grew tremendously while under her care. He started at around just 3 months old and stayed for over 2 years with Veenu. Veenu is kind, considerate, and very dedicated to the well-being and development of the kids in her care. I...
Savannah K
Ms. W. Childcare Services
3721 Spring Valley Road, Addison, TX
5.0
(4)
I am currently offering childcare services to families who have children between the age of 3-7 years old. Drop off time will begin at 6:30am and children will need to be picked up by 6:00pm. Children will receive 2 meals, breakfast/lunch, and a snack. There will also be experiments, crafts, and...
5.0
"Ms W's Childcare is THEE BEST!!! Her services are just what my family needs. The perfect environment for learning mixed with a fun."
Linda
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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Santa Ana, CA
How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Santa Ana, CA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Santa Ana, CA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.
What should I expect when I drop my child off at a drop-in child care center near me in Santa Ana, CA?
When you drop your child off near you in Santa Ana, CA, 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!
Are there any special considerations I need to be aware of when using drop-in child care near me in Santa Ana, CA?
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 Santa Ana, CA 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.
What times are available for drop-in child care in Santa Ana, CA?
Drop-in child care hours in Santa Ana, CA 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.