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Fran's Day Care
5.0
If you are lucky enough to get an open spot with Fran, you would be silly to pass it up. I'm so grateful the stars aligned and we were able to get our three month-old in with her. Things I love about Fran and her daycare: she is a true, good old-fashioned, no BS Italian momma who has raised two...
- Care member
LOVING CHILDCARE
5.0
Ms. Cassie is the absolute best! I send my boys to her every morning and when I come to pick them up they are always grinning from ear to ear. I feel at ease like I am leaving them in the care of a family member and I never have had to worry about anything with them in her care. My son got sick, and...
- Camille
Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care Center
5.0
I love it cause y'all really care about the kids
- Michelle W.
Transportation Nanny, LLC
5.0
I was very please with my driver. I recommend the Transportation Nanny to all busy parents with busy children. The service makes life less complicated.
- Cheryl
Happy Days - Happy Face
5.0
My son is 16 months old and he is going to Kristina's daycare for almost one year now.
Before that, I tried another daycare so I had a pretty clear idea about what I didn't want for my son. And I am truly blessed and thankful to have found Kristina.
This daycare is just exactly what I wanted. It's...
- Pauline M.
Drop-in child care in Santa Cruz, CA
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
"Where do I even begin? Words cannot explain how thankful we are to have found Fran and to have our daughter in her care. Fran started watching our daughter when she just four months old up until she just turned two years old. As first-time and working parents, we...
Lindsey G.
LOVING CHILDCARE
3900 TALLWOOD, Euless, TX
5.0
(1)
* Currently Enrolling for ages 6mths-4yrs for full- time care.
* CPR & First-Aid /SIDS* Water Safety Certified
* FBI Background Check on all Caregivers
* Nurturing, Responsible Childcare provided in a Safe & Clean environment..
* Circle Time, Music, Crafts, Indoor & Outdoor Play, help with homework...
5.0
"Ms. Cassie is the absolute best! I send my boys to her every morning and when I come to pick them up they are always grinning from ear to ear. I feel at ease like I am leaving them in the care of a family member and I never have had to worry about anything with...
Camille
Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care Center
345 W. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI
5.0
(1)
A Safe Place for Children
The Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care Center (KDCCC) was established to provide free, short-term child care for low-income families with children from six weeks through the age of five. The objectives of our service are to enable parents with young children to more rapidly...
5.0
"I love it cause y'all really care about the kids"
Michelle W.
Transportation Nanny, LLC
P.O Box 24, Mauldin, SC
5.0
(1)
Provider of professional child transportation service. We offer personalized pickup and drop off service. Our driving service is dependable, safe, reliable and customer focused. Your needs are our priority. Assigned drivers, never strangers, provided the customized, professional driving service....
5.0
"I was very please with my driver. I recommend the Transportation Nanny to all busy parents with busy children. The service makes life less complicated."
Cheryl
Happy Days - Happy Face
Geneva Street, Glendale, CA
5.0
(6)
Kunikova Family Day Care providing Infant Care in a home like loving atmosphere.
Offering full and part-time, and drop in care Monday through Friday from 8am to 5.30pm/6 pm.
Helping the little ones explore and learn about the world through games and play.
Teaching them how to be independent...
5.0
"Our children has been going there for the past 3 years ! They are a second home to our children ! Ms Kristina and her staff are extremely patient and loving to both of my kids (one started going at 20 months and one at 3 months). They both love going there and have...
Jasmine A.
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.
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 an amazing care provider. My 4 children absolutely love it when Miss Mary comes over.
She goes above and beyond also. She cares. She teaches. She constantly invests into my children. I couldn't ask for more!
I highly recommend Miss Mary."
Will L.
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
"Excelente persona, amable, responsable y cuida con mucho amor los niños."
Bether M
Smarties
1520 Martin Street, Winston Salem, NC
5.0
(1)
Smarties is a youth center owned and operated by a NC licensed teacher. Smarties provides before and after school care, parents nights out, summer camp, spring camp, drop-in childcare, and our newest service for the 2022-23 school year PRE-K CLUB.
5.0
"Smarties is an amazing learning Center. My son enjoys the staff and fun activites planned. Smarties is very affordable and special field trips and activitoes are not affects by the rate. Smarties is definitely a 5 star!"
Donita
Building Kidz of Citrus Heights
8073 Greenback Lane, CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA
5.0
(1)
We are part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing preschool and drop-in services for our community in Citrus Heights. We are located at 8073 Greenback Ln, Citrus Heights, CA 95610 across from the Sunrise Mall. Our philosophy is to develop the ‘whole child’. We focus on 6 key...
5.0
"It's hard to find care in Sac that suits your needs. This school makes accommodations to make you feel confident dropping your child off. "
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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.
Lifeline Connections
302 Veterans Memorial Highway, Mableton, GA
5.0
(1)
We Provide the following Services: Full-Time Nanny, Part-Time Nanny, Sitter (Back-Up Care, School Closings, Date-Nights, Traveling, Last Minute Sitting) Additional Services: Tutoring, Birthday Party or Event Assistance; or Personal Assistants and General Household Help.
5.0
"I am writing to recommend Mrs.Lisa as a nanny at your agency. Mrs.Lisa looked after my kids for three years and performed diligently throughout her tenure.
She was highly motivated to learn as much as she could and performed extremely well by utilizing her best...
Natalie M.
Sunny Kids Inc
39th Place Between 50th Ave And Laurel Hill Blvd, Sunnyside, NY
5.0
(1)
We are an enthusiastic team dedicated to guide them with fun activities as they learn about the world around them.
Our location has been renovated into a child safe, hazard free zone with 24-hour surveillance, where I follow all of NYS Child day care provisions.
A schedule of balanced playtime,...
5.0
"overall outstanding........just gonna miss this place as my daughter is going for Pre-K. god bless you and thanks for everything, will keep in touch."
Jhirachan
Phoenix's Child Care
8 Bimini Drive, Savannah, GA
5.0
(3)
Affordable,Reliable And Trustworthy
In-Home Child Care Services
CPR AND FIRST AID CERTIFIED
Available Monday-Friday
Days Evenings Nights
Full-Time Part-Time Drop-In
Weekends And Overnights
Slots Available Upon Request
With Advance Notice
Also Before And After Care Available For
Georgetown And...
5.0
"Ms. Phoenix is the perfect sitter. She provided excellent service for me and my family and her prices are very affordable."
Larry C
William's Family Child Care
3217 Del Amo Blvd, Lakewood, CA
5.0
(1)
We understand that every job isn't Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm, which is why we offer Extended Hours and Overnight Child Care! We provide Dependable and trustworthy Child Care to make the lives of our Families that much easier! Only 6 openings available!
In addition to providing a high...
5.0
"I Love it! My children attend and Ms. LaVonnda and her team provide great care and comfort to our family! My kids are learning so Much!"
Lavonnda H.
Treasured Blessings Family Child Care Llc.
5555 Cherrybrook Road, Randallstown, MD
5.0
(1)
Treasured Blessings Family Child Care LLC. is a affordable licensed NAFCC Accredited family home that cares for children 0-20. TBFCC is open 5 days a week. Hours of care are 8:30 am- 5:30pm additional hours may be discussed with the provider for additional cost. We also offer before care, after care...
5.0
"Tanisha S.- Ms. Paige is by far the best provider I ever came across. My children have gone to her since they were born. She is patient with both the children as well as their parents. I love that she is curriculum oriented. My children learn a lot attending her...
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Twinkle Little Star
16742 Osborne Street, Northridge, CA
4.7
(3)
We are Licensed for 14 children (Large Family Child Care) (LIC# 197493372). Child Care located in an upscale residential neighborhood in Northridge, CA. We are CPR AED, First Aid and EMSA certified. We primarily cater to children 1 month to 6 years of age. We are close to the 405, 118 and 5...
5.0
"My daughter went to this daycare. Everyone was so nice to us and the rates are very affordable."
Sam
Little Geniuses Prep Academy
4386 Sturbridge Drive, Harrisburg, PA
4.1
(9)
Welcome to Little Geniuses Prep Academy! You are fortunate to have found one of the best day cares in the Harrisburg area. We have a beautiful facility located off Linglestown Road nestled in a quiet scenic setting on Sturbridge Drive. We are a small center and we're committed to making our daycare...
5.0
"My oldest attended here when he was four and has returned every summer for the past 5 years. He loves getting together with his old friends. Ms. Syretta encourages their long-term friendships throughout the year as well. Now I have two little ones (3 and 4) that...
Ragin E.
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.
Carmen's Licensed Childcare
18119 Coachmans Rd, Germantown, MD
5.0
(2)
Located in Germantown
Hours of operation Mon-Fri 7AM-5:30PM
Accepting children ages 0-12
First Aid and CPR certified
My daycare center provides a safe and fun environment for your child.
I can prepare nutritious meals and snacks for your child.
During the day I do learning activities such as...
5.0
"Very please and happy I found Ms.Carmen. It took me awhile to find a provider that I trusted and who open at 6am. I arranged a start date but last minute needed care sooner and she was able to have my daughter come that day!! My daughter is alway excited to go see...
Nina F.
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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Santa Cruz, CA
How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA?
When you drop your child off near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, 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 Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA?
Drop-in child care hours in Santa Cruz, 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.