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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Thousand Oaks, CA

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

Maria's Daycare And Preschool

5.0

I'm so greatful for Maria's Day Care. I had to put my son into Day Care at 6 months old and I was so stressed out not knowing who to trust. Then I found Maria's Day care which is ran by Maria and her daughter in-law Lianne who also has credentials as a pre-school teacher. I was certain my son was...

- Adriana D.

Rise Academy Learning Center

4.0

I am a first time mother of a baby boy! He was only 2 months old starting child care here. Mariana was great keeping me updated with my little guy. She asked prompting questions throughout the day, sent me pictures, and even was trying to keep him on the schedule he had at home. Unfortunately, he...

- Tamiya J.

Drop & Play

5.0

My son loves going to Drop and Play!!!

- Tinesha B.

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

Drop-in child care in Thousand Oaks, CA

Fran's Day Care

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.


Maria's Daycare And Preschool

Maria's Daycare And Preschool

425 Pamela Dr, Bay Point, CA

5.0

(3)

We are a licensed large family daycare license number 070209111. We are a bilingual home daycare that provides fresh healthy home cooked meals daily, along with snacks. During the morning we have preschool for the older children along with outside playtime, and arts and crafts. For the younger...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Maria's Daycare for almost 4 years now (started at 4 months old). I'm very pleased with the care she receives and the communication Maria and Lianne maintain with me. Now that Lianne is offering a preschool curriculum, a huge weight...

Tosha K.


Rise Academy Learning Center

Rise Academy Learning Center

7106 Liberty Grove Rd, Rowlett, TX

4.0

(1)

With over 10 years of experience with children of all ages, I can proudly say that the well-trained staff of Rise Academy offers the best care in the Rowlett, Garland, Rockwall, Sachse and Wylie areas. Services we provide include: Toddlers Preschool Daily Drop-Offs Before and After...
4.0
"I am a first time mother of a baby boy! He was only 2 months old starting child care here. Mariana was great keeping me updated with my little guy. She asked prompting questions throughout the day, sent me pictures, and even was trying to keep him on the schedule...

Tamiya J.


Drop & Play

Drop & Play

820 Fleming Street, Hendersonville, NC

5.0

(1)

We are the only Drop-In Childcare Facility in Hendersonville, NC! We offer hourly reliable kid care, when you need it. Always accepting children ages 1-12. Almost 2,000 square feet facility age appropriate activities for all. A "Big Kid" room for older children, arts and craft space, and many...
5.0
"My son loves going to Drop and Play!!!"

Tinesha B.


Transportation Nanny, LLC

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


Gloria Dei Montessori School

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.


Word of Life Academy

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 love it here. Such a warm and loving place."

Sarah L


Happy Face Child Care

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.


Sunny Kids Inc

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


Miss Mary's Play And Learn

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
"Miss Mary is awesome! She was our full time nanny for 2 years. She is patient, loving and very creative when it comes to games and activities to do with the kids. Our kids love her so much!"

Dorothee H.


Lisa F.

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.


A Family's Touch Home Day Care

A Family's Touch Home Day Care

Jacobs Drive, Greenbelt, MD

5.0

(1)

A Family's Touch Home Day Care ... A small home based business dedicated to continuous improvement. A Family's Touch prides itself in education, loving, caring for and developing the highest level of self-esteem in a comfortable, safe and secure environment. With your help we can promote good...
5.0
"My son has been with A Family's Touch Home Day Care since he was 12weeks old and now at almost 2 years of age he has flourished into a bright, happy and curious toddler. We are truly blessed to have found such wonderful place where we know our child is safe and...

Natalie M


Trinity Christian Academy

Trinity Christian Academy

1400 Bucks Road, Holland, PA

5.0

(1)

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (TCA): 1. It is a Christian School in the area: We teach children the basic tenants of Christian faith for both Christians and non-Christian children. 2. We use a High Quality Curriculum: The Creative Curriculum with Teaching Strategies, the...
5.0
"Great building- small class size- friendly staff"

Stephen


"ET" Kids!

"ET" Kids!

5083 Country Lane, San Jose, CA

5.0

(1)

We are passionate about family! Each family is valued and each child is valued as an individual. I have over 35 years' experience and my partner has 15. We are committed to each child's growth building trust, joy and happiness through play, cooking, academics, field trips, parks, libraries, art,...
5.0
"My son went to ET kids for 3 years. Pam was always keeping the kids busy with fun activities and outings. We loved ET kids!"

Tina H.


Play And Learn Family Daycare

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


Little Achiever's Daycare

Little Achiever's Daycare

3422 Club Rancho Drive, Palmdale, CA

5.0

(15)

Little Achiever's Daycare, Where your Little one's will achieve! Infants to 5 years old, Full-time, Part-time and drop ins welcome, age appropriate curriculum & activities, Potty Training, Meals & snacks provided, Reasonable rates, Safe and clean environment, All programs welcome. And I "LOVE" what...
5.0
"By far one of the very best daycare providers! Truly loving, kind, patient, clean!! My 2 year old daughter is coming home saying, "Hola,!" and Learning her numbers in Spanish! Truly a blessing to feel so comfortable with leaving your baby with someone who loves and...

Gloria H.


William's Family Child Care

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.


ABC Daycare

ABC Daycare

Manzanares, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(1)

Licensed by the State (#304313249) Full-time, part-time; drop-ins. Occasional evening and weekend care available on request. -Certified, loving and patient teacher experienced in early childhood development. -Activities include story-time, song and dance, morning stretches, arts and crafts, math &...
5.0
"Absolutely great caregivers! My son goes 2x a week and he LOVES it! He can't wait to tell us what they did during the day and he's always excited to go to ABC daycare. Definitely RECOMMEND this place!"

Allie P.


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.


Home Sweet Home Childcare

Home Sweet Home Childcare

876 Marina Terrace East, Bartlett, IL

5.0

(9)

I am a licensed home daycare provider. My daycare provides a safe, friendly, and structured (learning) environment with healthy home cooked meals. I'm located in Bartlett. My experience is as follows: - 40+ years of child care experience; - 20+ years' experience disabled children; - State...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Linda for 4 years and my son for almost 3. She has been taking care of my children since they were six weeks old and for a first time mother that was a very hard transition for me. But linda made it so much easier. She keeps you up to...

Katie R


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