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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 *.
Museum District Childcare Center
5.0
5 stars! They are very caring like a family really. My daughter is extremely happy to be there, she is always smiling and emotionally attached to her teachers! They do a really great job!
- Fracesca C.
SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER
5.0
Santa Margarita has exceeded all of our expectations. They made my 18 month old feel at home immediately even though this was his first experience with daycare. I am so grateful that he gets to have so much fun, learn so much and be cared for so well by the staff at Santa Margarita!
- Care member
Little Lotus Kids Day Care
5.0
My Daughter Started going to Little Lotus daycare when she was 11 months Old. Usha is so meticulous, has great time management and provides the best quality care for your child. She will always give the list of all what your child did and ate at the end of the day. Your child will always be clean...
- Care member
Jaycare (facility #334845355)
5.0
As a parent, I entrust my greatest blessing to the staff at JayCare every day, and I am grateful for the loving care and guidance he receives. My child has learned so much and continues to share with me the great activities that go on each day at "school!" A special Thank you to Tywanna and the...
- Karin M.
Drop-in daycares in Chester, IL
Nancy Urquhart
1212 Opdyke St, Chester, IL
Nancy Urquhart is a child care provider that owns and runs a licensed facility located at 1212 Opdyke Street, Chester, Illinois. The facility can accommodate a maximum of eight children and is open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Mondays through Fridays. Nancy Urquhart serves infants, toddlers, preschool...
Angela A.
2002 State Street, Chester, IL
Hi, my name is Angela and I'm a mother of three beautiful children ages 5-11. I have been a Registered Nurse licensed in both Illinois and Missouri for 9 years with experience from OB/Pediatrics to Medical-Surgical, ER, Cardiac, and Caring for the Elderly in the Nursing Home. I was a Certified...
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...
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 *.
Museum District Childcare Center
5010 Caroline St., HOUSTON, TX
5.0
(3)
Our goal is to produce happy and independent learners. We believe that each child has unique talents, learning styles and personalities. Our highly qualified teachers and staff are committed to working within each child’s comfort zone to ensure optimal social, emotional, and educational outcomes.
5.0
"The location is excellent for us! What really brings them over the top, is seeing that all the staff genuinely care about the children who attend. You can tell they really put their best effort into the care they offer and the communication they provide."
Natalie S.
SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER
1055 LAS OVEJAS, SAN RAFAEL, CA
5.0
(3)
Santa Margarita Children’s Center is a culturally inclusive center that utilizes the community to provide a safe and enriching preschool experience for children and families. In our park-like campus, children are encouraged to discover their abilities and talents while learning to respect each other...
5.0
"Our daughter loves SMCC. The teachers are outstanding, they bring so much love & joy to the school. Our daughter has made great friends & we feel lucky to be part of much a nurturing community. "
Care member
Little Lotus Kids Day Care
3318 Amaryllis Cir, San Ramon, CA
5.0
(1)
NOW ENROLLING!!
Little Lotus Kids Day Care is licensed by the State of California to serve 8 children between the ages of 2 and 8. We are located in Gale Ranch neighborhood close to Coyote Creek Elementary School, San Ramon. I have previous work experience and passionate in taking care of...
5.0
"My Daughter Started going to Little Lotus daycare when she was 11 months Old. Usha is so meticulous, has great time management and provides the best quality care for your child. She will always give the list of all what your child did and ate at the end of the day....
Care member
Jaycare (facility #334845355)
438 Lassa Way, Perris, CA
5.0
(2)
Jay Care is a Licensed/ CPR Certified Family Child Care that is in-home based located in Perris, CA. We provide a loving, smoke free, pet free, safe environment designed to assist your little one with growth and learning. It is our goal to help your little one build new healthy friendships, through...
5.0
"Tywanna is very caring, patient, reliable, and picks up my kids on time and has a clean loving environment. And my son's homework is always done and has educational activities for the kids ."
Jasmine J.
Amalia's Angels Daycare
7811 Birmingham Avenue, Parkville, MD
3.9
(15)
*WE OFFER A SCHOOL-YEAR CARE OPTION***NO SUMMER TUITION REQUIRED*
At Amalia's Angels Daycare, we provide your children with the personal and loving attention, learning opportunities, and hands-on environment that they need to flourish. Approximately half of our home is used exclusively for...
5.0
"We toured a lot of places in search for daycare for our little girl, but Amalia's Angels is special . Let me just say that we are so happy that Lindsay is open and honest with us, which is so hard to find nowadays. She makes the parents and kids feel special, she...
Lindsay D.
Elissa Wheat
8858 Boreal Way, Elk Grove, CA
5.0
(1)
Greetings,
My name is Elissa and I am currently pursuing a Veterinary Technology degree at Cosumnes River College. I work with families to provide quality child and pet care whilst working towards my degree. As an auntie to 4 children, and an animal mama to 3 pets, I am very experienced in caring...
5.0
"Elissa has a wonderful way of relating to children. She is reliable and professional. I thoroughly enjoy having her watch my kiddos and they love to see her as well!"
Ashlie C.
Christina's Kiddie Cove
2514 Saint Louis Dr., Kokomo, IN
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Christina. I am 23 years old with 10 years of paid experience caring for children. I have worked in a daycare, babysat, and nannied for years. Last summer, we opened our home to families for childcare. We live in a great location, right off of Dixon Lane between Defenbaugh and...
5.0
"Christina is absolutely amazing. My son is 2 and has been going to her for about a year now. He's not the easiest child to deal with but she does a fantastic job! My son has a speech delay and she's very patient with him and even helped teach him some sign...
Lillian S
Kiddie Junction Daycare
9435 Joppa Pond Rd, Parkville, MD
4.8
(23)
My name is Ranjana. I am a state certified and licensed daycare provider. I am also a mother of 2 children, ages 20 and 13. I am a dedicated daycare provider with more than 8 years of experience. I'm making a difference in the lives of children by providing them with a safe and nurturing environment...
5.0
"Ranjana is a wonderful daycare provider. I feel confident sending our daughter, who started at 10 months, there. She truly cares for the children under her care. She is flexible and willing to work with parents, which usually isn't the case with bigger centers. I...
Care member
Amazing Grace Nursery
1948 BYRON AVE, Elmont, NY
5.0
(4)
Amazing Grace Nursery is a natural learning oasis for growing minds. We offer a culturally engaging, family-centered, nature loving, fun-filled environment for children at all ages. Our educational childcare services combine project based, sensory activities geared at cultivating the child's...
5.0
"Have been sending my 2 children (7 months, 30 months) for over 2 years and they have been incredible! Can not recommend enough to family and friends looking for daycare. They are education based and work with you on what your child needs in order to achieve their...
Cynthia H
Mirzakhanian Family Child Care
1227 Valley View Rd, Glendale, CA
5.0
(3)
Silvia's Child Care is open Monday through Friday 7am-6pm for part time and full time care. By opening and operating my home daycare, I am able to directly impact children during their early learning years and continue in my dedication by providing a comprehensive child care program.
We deep clean...
5.0
"In a nutshell, this is not your average day care center, Silvia will care for your child as if it were her own- we drop our kids off and know they're not just being watched- they're learning so much! She is very flexible, and accommodating."
Carina D.
Kiddie Castle
2324 Joyce Ave, Newport, KY
5.0
(3)
Kiddie Castle Child Care is an in-home daycare located right off the 471 highway in Newport, KY. We are owned and operated by Margaret Commodore since 2003. We serve children ages six weeks to ten years old. The owner and her employees are all CPR and First Aid Certified, receive training annually,...
5.0
"In home child care center is awesome. So much more personal."
Kayla W.
Happy Kids Daycare
120 Virginia Ave, Essex, MD
5.0
(1)
I offer daycare for kids of age ranging from: toddlers to 6 years old. Please contact me at: 443-301-3096
Miss Pam Of Plainfield - In-home Care
23229 W Leach Drive, Plainfield, IL
5.0
(10)
Hello!
My name is Pam and I would love to meet your part-time (recurring) or occasional back-up child-care needs in my Plainfield home on any Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday! Most in-home child-care providers will accept only full-time, M-F children, but I am unique, and I specialize in...
5.0
"We hit the jackpot finding Miss Pam! Since our son started attending at 6 months old, we've been consistently impressed with the level of care and attention he receives. Every day, we're provided with a detailed list of his activities and adorable pictures that...
James H.
Green Frog LLC
14700 Braddock Rd, Centreville, VA
5.0
(6)
WELCOME TO THE GREEN FROG PRIVATE HOME DAYCARE
Here at the green frog, we focus on development of the whole child will be engaged in a educational activities that take place in secure, caring and enriched environment. You will receive daily information from our house outlining your child's...
5.0
"Deborah has been taking care of both of my sons since they were each 3 months (now almost 3 and 8 months). They both love it there. My toddler asks if we are going to Deborah's house every time he gets in the car. She is very loving and caring. She provides a fun...
Edmarie R.
Happy Home Care
727 Fieldale Ln., Grayslake, IL
5.0
(1)
Licensed childcare, Gurnee/Grayslake area, full-time/part-time, 6 weeks to 12 years, meals and snacks provided. Early Childhood Education, CPR and First Aid certified, no smoking, no pets, loving nurturing home.
5.0
"I would just like to say that this daycare is filled with fun and loving workers and children. My daughter has grown into a smart and mannered little girl. I would definitely send my future kids here if I ever have more. And I would definitely recommend to anyone...
Kaitlyn A
Izzabug's Home Daycare
335 S Manley Rd, Ripon, CA
5.0
(2)
Hi!! My name is Laura Soltero. I am the owner/operator of a licensed, small family preschool/daycare program. My program serves children ranging in age from infants to school age. The program is play based with an emphasis on social emotional development and the planning and implementation of...
5.0
"When returning to work after having my daughter I was looking for a daycare option in the community that would be a good fit. I was a first time mom and was very cautious in where I was going to send my baby girl. When I met Laura, my fears were placed at ease. She...
Angela M.
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.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Chester, IL
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Chester, IL?
Drop-in daycare near you in Chester, 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 Chester, 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 Chester, 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 Chester, IL?
While drop-in daycares in Chester, 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 Chester, IL?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Chester, 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!