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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Charleston, IL
Naghma's Family Child Care
5.0
My two toddlers have been going there since they were 2 and have a blast there. They have honestly started to behave better since they are around other kids there. Im grateful for their help in assisting me with a discounted rate for my little family. If it wasn't for you guys I don't know what I...
- Brendan
Ohana Childcare
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about this daycare my son currently attends. Ms. Sonia is friendly and attentive, making us feel at home the moment we enrolled. The teacher genuinely cares about the children, creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment that encourages learning and...
- Care member
Little Smiles Family Daycare
5.0
They have been watching our son since he was 6 weeks old. They have taught him sooo many things! He can sing, count, say the ABC’s! He is only two! April and Zoe are very reliable and I highly recommend
- Care member
Nikki's Home Child Care
5.0
I am extraordinarily impressed by the care we have received from Nikki. Our little guy has flourished in this setting and Nikki has done so much to not only care for him but teach him. His social skills are excelling and creativity has exploded since we began with Nikki. It is extremely rare...
- Mike N
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare
5.0
My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving caregivers who look out for my son and his best interest as far as development, health and receiving the best loving care. I can go to work in NYC with peace of...
- Ashley T
Drop-in daycares in Charleston, IL
Naghma's Family Child Care
4302 Larkspur Lane, Lake in the Hills, IL
5.0
(2)
We are a family child care business that we run from our home. We are a mother daughter team that tackles education (children's homework) and play time together. My mom is the fun energetic one that loves to run jump and play with the kiddos and I am more of the get your homework done before you can...
5.0
"My two toddlers have been going there since they were 2 and have a blast there. They have honestly started to behave better since they are around other kids there. Im grateful for their help in assisting me with a discounted rate for my little family. If it wasn't...
Brendan
Ohana Childcare
28400 San Sebastian Ave, Murrieta, CA
5.0
(4)
Availability Updated 9/19/24
1 infant spot (15+months)
4 toddler spots (2years and up)
Hello, my name is Sonia, I own and operate a large in-home licensed childcare. Ohana Childcare IS quality childcare. I have worked for the school district as well as three daycare centers. I am certified in...
5.0
"Miss Sonia provides childcare for my three-year-old and occasionally my five-year-old. She has been working very hard helping my three-year-old learn how to write and he looks so forward to Tuesdays and Thursdays at Miss Sonia's house. He actually cried when I...
Christie F.
Little Smiles Family Daycare
1301 Cherrystone Ave, Henrico, VA
5.0
(1)
Little Smiles is a family home daycare and located in Henrico county in convenience location. I'm license with 20 years' experience in childhood development. I have 2 full time assistants and we are all CPR and First Aid certified. We have 3 providers to max 12 children with a great 4:1 ratio for...
5.0
"They have been watching our son since he was 6 weeks old. They have taught him sooo many things! He can sing, count, say the ABC’s! He is only two! April and Zoe are very reliable and I highly recommend "
Care member
Nikki's Home Child Care
2345 Halsted Ln, Aurora, IL
5.0
(4)
Hi!
My name is Nikki and I've been a stay at home mom since my first child was born 21 years ago.
I have been providing child care in my home for 20 years with reasonable rates and flexibility. In those past 20 years, I have taken care of children of 9 families and watched them grow from...
5.0
"We LOVE Nikki! I highly recommend her! My son and daughter were with her for a couple of years before my oldest went to kindergarten. They were always happy and had great stories to tell about their day. Nikki is super flexible and is willing to work with whatever...
Melanie
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare
59 Beaverbrook Road, Lincoln Park, NJ
3.0
(2)
Princeton Pre-K & Childcare is an early childhood education center located in Lincoln Park, NJ 07035. We provide services for children aged 6 weeks to 13 years old. Our programs include infant, toddler, preschool and before / after care. Our school is a family owned, fully licensed, state of the...
5.0
"My son has been going there since he was 9 months old and they have treated him as if he was their own from day one. They are very loving caregivers who look out for my son and his best interest as far as development, health and receiving the best loving care. I...
Ashley T
Sunny Times
5175 W 11000 N, Highland, UT
5.0
(3)
I graduated as a school teacher with an emphasis in child development and early child education. I love caring for and teaching children. I have a great reading program. A day in my home would include learning time, play, crafts, healthy food and snacks, dance and learning great virtues. My second...
5.0
"I have volunteered at Swanny's business and am amazed at how fast kids learn with her! She is fluent in English and Spanish. I have seen kids come in who weren't learning anything in their other schools and all of a sudden can read and spell within just a few...
Tianna M.
Sobi's Daycare
1421 Pangbourne Way, Hanover, MD
4.9
(7)
It's been 4 years I'm working with infants and toddlers and I have many references if you ask for. I am loving and caring, go with the flow who adores children. I make sure your child is having the best time. We can take walk and have tummy time and read lots of stories. I am full of energy, very...
5.0
"I could not feel better about leaving my first son willy with anyone else. He loves going there, and always seems happy and in a great mood when he gets picked up. The place is really nice and super clean, i defiently recommend it. It seems like he's really...
Gabby M
Bright Beginnings Home Daycare
5614 7th Pl S, Arlington, VA
5.0
(2)
I am currently holding a home day care permit by Arlington County. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. No pets, non-smoking environment and alcohol-free. Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon.
5.0
"Farjana takes the best care of my son! He has been going to her since he was 4 months old and he is now two! She treats him like she does her own children! She is amazing and has a heart of gold! We are so blessed to have her in our lives!"
Bobbi L.
Rainbow Days Bilingual Family Child Care
19035 Highstream Dr, Germantown, MD
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Alexa Muriel, I became a childcare professional since I saw on me the skill to develop helping children in their first years of life and their families. I have discovered that I enjoy while they learn, I can reach goals and see the results with them working as a team with children,...
5.0
"Took my daughter for a day and she absolutely LOVED it! Lots of activities and fun stuff. Alexa was very nice and communication was excellent! Facilities are clean and children have multiple spaces to play and learn."
Paola M.
Happy Smiles Day Care
59b timrod dr, Worcester, MA
5.0
(1)
As a licensed Family Child Care Educator, my goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while encouraging social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. Your child will receive quality personal and individualized care in a warm and loving home, where they can...
5.0
"My daughter had fun everyday in this welcoming environment and it was great to see how she grew over the year we went to Happy Smiles. There is room for kids to play inside and outside so nice days are not wasted indoors only."
John C.
Bambi Daycare
416 Third Avenue, Redwood City, CA
5.0
(3)
A safe environment, with a lot of love and special care. I'm qualified and certified with all training and certifications to be a qualified child care person.
5.0
"My daughter goes to Bambi Daycare. I looked at a few family daycares before deciding to bring my daughter here. I made the right choice, my daughter loves it. Maria is so good with her. She does so many activities with my daughter like art,cooking,reading,music and...
Alma C.
The Barefoot Family Childcare
52B Ayers Village Road, Methuen, MA
5.0
(7)
Caring for children since 1989:
Arlene W. CDA /Preschool Teacher Director 1 EEC,
Child Development Associate
Our Mission:
Our goal is to offer a play-based developmentally appropriate program to meet
every child's needs by nurturing the...
5.0
"We would highly recommend Ms. Arlene and Mr. Jim to everyone! Our daughter has gone to them since she was 3 months old and just started Kindergarten. They more than prepared her for her first day. They taught her so much in the 5 years she was there. Not just about...
Tori
Family Home Daycare
9914 East Hill Drive, Lorton, VA
5.0
(5)
I have a state license provider, and Child development provider (CDA). I am CPR certified and I have a license in medication administration training (MAT). I also work with military families.I am working with Fairfax county schools as a head start planner. Also work with subsidy program given with...
5.0
"Mrs. Neghat was taking care of my daughter 5 years, she is so kind person that you can count on it,my daughter was so happy with her and she miss her so much."
Hayat A
Jamie
19819 Belleauwood Dr, Humble, TX
4.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jamie and I have been taking care of little ones for 15 years. I love what I get to do and that is spoil my babies. I have enjoyed watching these little ones grow and how they love life itself in learning daily. I work Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. I will provide...
4.0
"Love how she is so on tune with the babies. Also my baby is always happy when I leave her. And very dependable. Jamie put the babies first."
Haley F.
Weebit Preschool And Daycare
2845 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA
5.0
(4)
Hello Family,
We are excited to welcome family and children to our childcare and preschool program at Weebit Preschool and Daycare. We offer a combined Montessori and Play Based approach in our program activities to assist, guide and prepare children for preschool and kindergarten readiness. Our...
5.0
"Weebit is our baby's home away from home. He's there full time. Our infant son loves Marley like family and lights up whenever I drop him off. She's loving, caring and so very nurturing. I'm grateful to have her in our lives."
Sarah A.
Sunshine Faces Kindergarten Prep
2042 NICKERSON BLVD, Hampton, VA
5.0
(1)
Sunshine Faces Child Development Center is a place where children create friendships and memories.
The staff of Sunshine Faces enjoy watching your children grow and develop and have a sense of accomplishments. We are also CPR and First Aid trained, background checked and receive ongoing...
5.0
"Mrs. Alicia is so amazing with my son. She makes you feel so comfortable in her home. My son looks so happy at pick up and even at drop off. Love her set up."
Jenniffer R.
Dolls And Blocks Childcare
424 Pigeon View Lane, New Castle, DE
5.0
(1)
Trusted local in-home daycare, proudly serving families in the New Castle and Bear, DE area. For over 20 years, we have been dedicated to making learning fun while providing a loving and supportive environment.
A Safe and Nurturing In-Home Daycare for Early Childhood Development
Through our in-home...
5.0
"Our twin daughters have been going to Dolls & Blocks Childcare since 7mths old, they are 5yrs old. They absolutely love it there! I've really seen their individual personalities flourish beautifully. The daycare provider has 15yrs of experience and is licensed by...
Rae D.
5.0
(2)
5.0
"They are fantastic! My son loves them as much as we do. Lots of great programs/activities ie. Scientific. Being a scientist I am just so impressed that they are introducing things like this at an early age. The staff is great! Definitely recommend! "
Lauren ..
Bright Stars Academy
39599 Tamarisk Street, Murrieta, CA
4.0
(1)
I am a college graduate with a degree in education and sixteen years of childcare experience. I have made the decision to offer my services outside of the bureaucratic school system where I can focus my attention more on the children's individual needs in a fostering environment and less on the...
4.0
"Courtney is a very hard working, dependable, responsible and caring individual who is able to accommodate unforeseen client's schedule problems. She cares the children's future and their well being."
Renee
Clarksville Daycare
6911 Westcott Pl, Clarksville, MD
5.0
(4)
*ENROLLING NOW WITH LOWER TUITION! For infants and toddlers in our child-care center, Full-Time or Part Time!*
Located minutes away from Schools in the River Hill, Fulton Area!
I am a qualified and licensed Maryland Day Care provider with CPR, First Aid, and SIDS certification and have many...
5.0
"Our 15-mth-old and has been at Clarksville Daycare for about 6mths. As nervous first-time parents, we started her out part-time (3 days per week) to ease our daughter into it, but quickly transitioned to full-time as our daughter is so clearly happy there. The...
Jessica R.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Charleston, IL
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Charleston, IL?
Drop-in daycare near you in Charleston, IL 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 Charleston, IL 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 Charleston, IL, 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 Charleston, IL?
While drop-in daycares in Charleston, IL 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 Charleston, IL?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Charleston, IL, 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!