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Drop-in daycares in Ackley, IA
Alicia's Daycare
1012 Franklin Street, Ackley, IA
I operate and In-Home daycare in Ackley, Iowa. My goal as a provider is to provide a safe, clean, fun environment where children can learn and play.
I am in the process of becoming licensed with the state of Iowa. I will be registered September 1st!
I am CPR certified and a mandatory reporter....
Starfish Academy
391 NORTH MAIN STREET SUITE 1, BREWER, ME
5.0
(1)
Starfish Academy is a newly opened center in Brewer with a focus on the mental health of ALL children. We are an all inclusive center who serve children ages 3-12. We offer many options for child care such as full/part-time slots, after school care, drop-in daycare hours, snow day care, school...
School type:
Preschool
Child care
"So far I have had an amazing experience with the owner and teachers. Ms. Ally- she is amazing. My daughter is three and a half and is a totally different kiddo now that she is there. She is happy and flowing through life a lot easier. "
Hilary *.
5.0
(10)
With six years of experience as a nanny and seventeen years as a daycare provider, we strive to create a loving, safe, and educational environment. At Andinos Daycare our goal is to prioritize the health, learning abilities, and personal growth through playing, socializing with other children, and a...
"Our kids (and us!) were so at home here. Our son and daughter are very different yet both fit in and had their unique needs met. Isabel is very loving and has a good setup in all respects. Overall, we were very pleased."
Michelle
Brittney's Childcare
103 Dyrell Way, Folsom, CA
5.0
(1)
I provide a safe, nurturing, educational and most importantly FUN in-home childcare environment for infants and toddlers. I have been working in this profession for the past 15 years, both at a preschool facility and as a private nanny; however, I currently operate in my home. I love working with...
"I cannot say enough good things about Brittany. As all mothers know, choosing a caregiver for your children is an extremely important decision. You are trusting someone with your most precious possessions. The moment I met Brittany I knew she would be it. She...
Colleen B.
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Ana Marie - I am located in Thornton off 115th/112th and Colorado.
I have over 18 yrs. experience with many great current and past references and have an experienced license. I am CPR and 1st Aid Certified with over 30 hours of continual training.
We are a smoke free and pet free...
"Words cannot express the thanks I have for the care that Ana provided by son for the 3 years he was with her. As a first time mom it was very hard having to leave my son in the care of another and I was blessed to find Ana. She was warm, caring, and very attentive...
Christina L
Wee Little Dragon Childcare - Third Shift & Overnight Childcare
2100 Cromwell Drive, Norfolk, VA
5.0
(1)
Hi parents and guardians! I am temporarily closed while I am interning as a reading specialist in a public school setting. I will receive my master's degree in education and a reading specialist certification in December. I will be open for business again at the completion of my internship this...
"I wholly recommend Miss Janice. She is a wonderful and caring provider. She provides excellent service and she is willing to work with you. She is very organized and her home is extremely clean. You child will be cared for, safe happy and be learning a great deal...
Kayl W.
5.0
(3)
Hello! I promise you will love my home based licensed family child care! We do lots of fun activities like crafts, music time, outdoor time, pajama days, picnics, show n tell, water days, and holiday parties! CPR and First Aid certified. Great outdoor and indoor play area, in a great neighborhood as...
"Amber is THE best. My daughter has gone to her for 3 years and she will soon be caring for my infant son. Amber cares about the kids and treats them as if they are her own. She provides all meals/snacks, crafts, swim days, pajama day, show & tell plus fun...
Siara B
5.0
(1)
Every child is God 's beautiful creation. We love them -- they are the angels sent by God.
This is a great work--watching children grow, sharing their happiness and innocence, are the most important reasons we are keen to work.
We hope that, by working together, your child will have a very...
"I have to rate Angel daycare 5 stars because of their facility, programs and caring they provide to the kids.
Ali and the other teachers are super nice and caring, my daughter is very shy, and have separation anxiety when she goes to a new place. Ali can quickly...
Sss C.
Tiffany's Child Care
2235 W Pines Rd, Afton, TN
5.0
(13)
Hi I'm Tiffany, kids like to call me Mrs Tiffy :) I have been caring for children for over 20 years and feel very blessed with my job. I have 5 of my own, 3 are out of the house and my twin boys are in 5th grade. I am a caring, responsible, loving caregiver who loves to make little ones laugh and...
"Tiffany has been a blessing to our family. She has been watching my daughter for over two years now. She does a wonderful job of keeping the kids on a schedule, loving them, and keeping them safe. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for childcare."
Stephanie C.
5.0
(5)
State Licensed DG820398877
www.tarastoddlertime.com
We are dedicated to providing a nurturing, play-based environment that fosters children's social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language/literacy development. Through engaging in purposeful play, we strive to create meaningful learning...
"Finding a true play based program was an important part of my families childcare search. Ms. Tara truly provides children with a daily routine full of fun and learning. The kids are outside as much as possible, which was a huge non negotiable for us. Meals are...
Care member
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...
"Our daughter has been going here since she was 2 months old. First of all, finding someone who would take a 2-month old in itself was a miracle! Sashika and Shamalee have been so wonderful these past couple of years. Just a few weeks in and they were referring to...
Juliet
5.0
(7)
Mother's Lap Daycare is fully licensed in-home daycare that has been in business for 29 years. The founder, Sadia S., started out her business with a passion for loving kids and understanding their needs.
Our mission is to provide a safe, affordable, dependable, and high quality child care...
"I would recommend Sadia in a heartbeat! Our daughter went to her daycare for 6+ months, unfortunately I had to shift her to a closer day care because of work commitments. Our daughter started at a time when she was transitioning from nanny at home to a day care....
Vandita
Teacher's House
Frye And Dobson, Chandler, AZ
5.0
(2)
I started this adventure 19 years ago after working at Tutor Time and decided to start my own business. I am glad I did.
I consider myself a kid at heart, who enjoys hanging out with little cuties from age 6 weeks all the way to Kindergarten. I provide excellent service throughout the day from...
"I would give 100 stars if I could! Our children absolutely LOVED every moment they spent at Teacher's House. They couldn't wait to get there every day, especially on special days like water day, pajama day, holidays and birthdays. Teacher ALWAYS had a special...
Lora L.
5.0
(2)
Parvin is a licensed Day Care dedicated to bringing your child exceptional quality care in a comfortable home environment. Children receive two organic meals each day and they are encouraged to learn on a daily basis. Activities include, arts and crafts, physical exercises, among other things. I...
"Like most parents, I was anxious about going back to work and leaving my toddler with a stranger. But, even at our first meeting, my toddler warmed right up to Parvin. And, after a few days, he cried when I picked him up because he didn't want to leave. This gave...
Bridget D.
5.0
(1)
Debra Bonventre -Miss Debbie's Day Care
New York State Licensed Child Care Provider.
Member Child Care Council of Suffolk County.
OCFS Fingerprinted and Background Checked
CPR and First Aid certified.
Over 240 hours of completed Child Care Training (with ongoing training).
Miss Debbie's Day...
"Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring, nurturing caregiver, but she has taught my children so much...doing so many activities with them daily...they never...
Eileen T.
4.3
(6)
It's a wonderful day for all of you. My name is Charmayne, and I am a childcare professional and the owner of Charmayne's Christian Care. I have a 4-star rated North Carolina state-issued license to operate an In-home daycare for 8 children. I have playground safety, ITS-SIDS, CPR, and First Aid...
"My son has been going to Mrs Charmayne's Daycare for almost a 1yr now, and I can honestly say this was the best decision we ever made to move our son to. He has learned so much, and she is so hands on w/ every child and amazingly meets their needs. You will not be...
Tamara W.
5.0
(9)
Glen Echo Family Day Care is a licensed in home Family Day Care in the state of Maryland. We are licensed to care for no more than eight children at any one time. We are inspected regularly to ensure that licensing standards are met.
We believe that children excel when they have providers they can...
"We love Glen Echo Family Daycare!!! The indoor space is absolutely beautiful and incredibly clean. It is stocked with all kinds of toys and areas for play. The outdoors is also spacious and immaculately kept. But most importantly: the teachers are incredibly kind,...
Lara J.
5.0
(2)
I run a small family childcare from my home. I am a mom of three and wanted to be home with them while offering them the opportunity to learn, grow and socialize with other children. My program is primarily play based learning with some structured curriculum. As a family, we are focused on modern...
"The Hill Homestead is the only provider I turn to for my child care. As a Mother working outside of the home, choosing another person to spend Monday - Friday caring for my child, shaping, and nourishing their creativity from the start...there is a lot to consider....
Stephanie W
5.0
(1)
We provide a safe and friendly Christ centered environment for children to thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually
"My son loves being a part of royal legacy! It is his first year in the pre school program and he is always so excited to show me what he did. I noticed our prayer time at night seemed to interest him more, as well as him wanting to read more bible stories before...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Looking for loving, safe, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to express themselves through arts, crafts, and free play. Emphasis on reading with phonics. I provide home cooked vegetarian meal and snacks. Large, clean home with backyard and no pets. I provide care for Infants,...
"Ekta is a professional and really knows how to take care of little kids. My daughter went to Wonderful Minds daycare for almost a year. From the beginning, we noticed big improvements in her abilities and every day learnings. We had great peace of mind leaving her...
Sediqa F.
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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Ackley, IA
Starfish Academy
5.0
So far I have had an amazing experience with the owner and teachers. Ms. Ally- she is amazing. My daughter is three and a half and is a totally different kiddo now that she is there. She is happy and flowing through life a lot easier.
- Hilary *.
Andino's Day Care
5.0
I cannot thank Isabel enough and would absolutely recommend her daycare for anyone's baby or kids. Her daycare is actually the first-ever daycare my baby goes to. My girl needed transition time but quickly overcome it with help from Isabel and Licho. When I was searching for daycare, I knew I wanted...
- Jane S.
Brittney's Childcare
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Brittany. As all mothers know, choosing a caregiver for your children is an extremely important decision. You are trusting someone with your most precious possessions. The moment I met Brittany I knew she would be it. She exudes warmth, intelligence and...
- Colleen B.
Little Sweeties Daycare
5.0
We have been taking our kids to Ana for five years. During our search, Ana's house was the first place that my son, husband, and I all felt comfortable. She is flexible with our schedules, she loves what she does, and she provides a family environment for the children. My kids bring home projects...
- Jennifer S.
Wee Little Dragon Childcare - Third Shift & Overnight Childcare
5.0
I wholly recommend Miss Janice. She is a wonderful and caring provider. She provides excellent service and she is willing to work with you. She is very organized and her home is extremely clean. You child will be cared for, safe happy and be learning a great deal of skills. My 3yo daughter had a...
- Kayl W.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Ackley, IA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Ackley, IA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Ackley, IA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Ackley, IA accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Ackley, IA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Ackley, IA?
While drop-in daycares in Ackley, IA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Ackley, IA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Ackley, IA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!