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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Chester, NJ

Elissa Wheat

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.

Lisa Wipfield's Home Child Care

5.0

My husband and I wanted to find a day care option that felt more like an extension to our home rather than a business. We knew from our first meeting that Lisa's daycare was the right fit for us. We know when we drop our son off that he is going to get great care. She's been great with engaging...

- Jessie F.

Jessica C

5.0

Our son only went for a little over a year but had a great time going. We never had any problems. Jessica and Jon were great and I do recommend them.

- Amanda B.

Mother Goose Day Care

5.0

We feel so lucky to have found Ms. Kim. My daughter has been in her care as early as 5 months. Ms. Kim’s way of being so welcoming and nurturing put my first time mom jitters at ease. My daughter is excited to go in the mornings and wants to play a bit longer at pick up. We are extremely grateful...

- Care member

Hamilton Montessori School

5.0

Our family is so glad that we found Ms.Cara's school. She is such a wonderful teacher who cares deeply about my child who was 3 when we started. Ms. Cara follows my child's pace and customized the Montessori curriculum to help him excel. My son is so independent now, he is also a great problem...

- Michelle

Drop-in daycares in Chester, NJ

Elissa Wheat

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.


Lisa Wipfield's Home Child Care

Lisa Wipfield's Home Child Care

5 Sharpley Ct, Baltimore, MD

4.3

(6)

Welcome Parents! My name is Lisa. I provide daycare in the White Marsh/ Perry Hall area. I am a licensed provider with the State of Maryland. I am CPR, First Aid certified and have had Covid19 training per the State requirements. I have taken well over 40 extra classes to keep up with the ever...
5.0
"Lisa's Home Child Care is the closest thing I have found to family to care for my son. Lisa is very loving, compassionate and treats her daycare children as if they were her own. My son had previously been in two daycare centers and had very bad experiences. So...

Theresa B.


Jessica C

Jessica C

8814 N Essex Dr, Kansas City, MO

5.0

(2)

I'm state licensed home daycare/preschool. I am stable and very dependable, providing 16 years of home daycare. My daycare is professional yet just like home for your little one. Please look at my website to see what I offer www.jessicashomedaycare.com. Hours are 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday...
5.0
"Our son only went for a little over a year but had a great time going. We never had any problems. Jessica and Jon were great and I do recommend them."

Amanda B.


Mother Goose Day Care

Mother Goose Day Care

8 Park Lane, Westport, CT

5.0

(15)

Mother Goose Day Care is a state licensed family child care center, which provides a loving, caring, and nurturing environment, while focusing on learning and play! Well-established local business, centered loosely around a play based style of learning. All children aged newborn through elementary...
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have found Ms. Kim. My daughter has been in her care as early as 5 months. Ms. Kim’s way of being so welcoming and nurturing put my first time mom jitters at ease. My daughter is excited to go in the mornings and wants to play a bit longer at...

Care member


Hamilton Montessori School

Hamilton Montessori School

38698 Rambling Farm Dr, Hamilton, VA

5.0

(1)

Home-based Montessori school setting. I am a certified AMS teacher with over 15 years of Montessori experience. Currently enrolling for school year 2021-2022 for children ages 2.5-6. Program is 8-6pm. Daily enrichment program includes Mandarin and music. My students learn how to read before 5 years...
5.0
"Our family is so glad that we found Ms.Cara's school. She is such a wonderful teacher who cares deeply about my child who was 3 when we started. Ms. Cara follows my child's pace and customized the Montessori curriculum to help him excel. My son is so independent...

Michelle


Izzabug's Home Daycare

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
"Laura has been caring for my baby girl for almost three years. My daughter has grown to love and trust Laura as an extensive part of her family. She has had the opportunity to learn letters, sight words, numbers, and colors. Laura has an immense devotion to the...

Nichole T.


Tara's Toddler Time

Tara's Toddler Time

7060 Epping Drive, Canton, MI

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...
5.0
"My son attended Tara's for a year and a half until we unfortunately moved. I never felt like he was anywhere but at his second home. He would come home with the cutest of crafts even at 6 months old. She's very creative in making sure even infants are engaged...

Melissa


Nice Time Day Care

Nice Time Day Care

4612 ADENMOOR AVE, Lakewood, CA

5.0

(2)

Nice Time Day Care is a licensed family day care providing childcare to families. We offer programs for wide range of ages from 3 months to 6 years. We provide various educational activities with Montessori material and provide more play time for your kids in our large backyard play area.Our goal is...
5.0
"Uma took us in last minute when we were visiting Long Beach for 3 weeks. We will go back to her again and would recommend her to our family and friends. What I like most about this day care is it is clean, filled with activities, and has space for the kids to enjoy...

Harinder S.


Children Count Child Care

Children Count Child Care

5304 S. Wallace, Chicago, IL

4.0

(1)

I have over 15 years exp. I will partner with parents to meet their specific needs. I work with a diverse culture and meet a variety of special needs. I work a creative curriculum and focus on teaching pre-k skills to provide academic, social and emotional needs. I have been licensed by DHS for...
4.0
"My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to"

Renee J.


Little Peeps Daycare

Little Peeps Daycare

4591 Menona Dr, Antioch, CA

5.0

(3)

Little Peeps Daycare offers a loving and nurturing environment for children 6 mos to 11 years old. I believe the early years are the most important developmental years during a young child's life. Little Peeps provides an environment where children have fun while learning. I have a curriculum to...
5.0
"My daughter Julianna attended Little Peeps Daycare at 9 or 10 months, I was amazed by how much she learned and the support i received while being there. Ms.Brigit sent home each day everything she did and made creative activities for the kids to make for their...

Fantaesha B


5.0

(4)

Email us at info@thegrowingtreeplaycare.com or on our website: thegrowingtreeplaycare.com to schedule a tour! We're Growing! New, larger location opening Summer 2022! Our licensed center will be play-based, and Montessori, Reggio-Emelia and Waldorf inspired. Offering full and part time care for...
5.0
"Extremely competent, compassionate, and caring staff. Great location and excellent place to begin socialization of your child in a nurturing home environment. Strongly recommend!!!"

Ron


Cheryl's Day Care Services

Cheryl's Day Care Services

531 Lakeview Drive, Runnemede, NJ

5.0

(2)

Hello, My name is Cheryl, I currently have openings for childcare services in my Runnemede, NJ home. I have been caring for children in my home for over 28 years. I'm CPR Certified, and the mother of 2 wonderful children. Love, Fun, Learning, Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks always provided! I always...
5.0
"My two daughters have been going to Miss Cheryl's for several months now! They absolutely adore her! She has been a God send after two failed attempts with daycare facilities for my oldest daughter. She was potty trained within less than a week with Miss Cheryl! I...

Yasmin O.


Tonya's Tiny Tots Early Education Center, Llc

Tonya's Tiny Tots Early Education Center, Llc

3877 N 68th Street, Milwaukee, WI

4.2

(5)

I am a licensed, First Aid, CPR certified, mother of two now adult children and three grandchildren with many hours of professional childcare development training. My smoke and pet free in home daycare provides the individual attention your child needs and deserves. I provide a safe, clean and...
5.0
"When i drop my baby off i know she is in the best care of Tonya the provider and owner of the daycare...She really makes me feel very comfortable leaving my baby. Keep up the good work..."

Felicia E


My Little Magical World Family Daycare

My Little Magical World Family Daycare

13008 Eloise Ave., Rockville, MD

5.0

(6)

My name is Leidy, mother of two children. I have 6 years of experience caring for children of other families. My goal for the Family Day Care is to provide a Home Away From Home for all children in my care. Daycare is committed to providing your child with quality care by encouraging each child to...
5.0
"Our daughter has been going to see Miss Leidy since she was 9 months old and she's about to be 2. Leidy has done a great job with transitions to regular milk, potty training and teaching her new skills. Our daughter always eats well and naps well with Leidy and...

Simmie B.


Mrs. Rabbitt's Daycare

Mrs. Rabbitt's Daycare

5708 Allender Rd, White Marsh, MD

3.7

(6)

My passion for working with children started in my late teens when I was a camp counselor. Over the last 16 years I have taught vacation bible school, worked in my church nursery and preschool areas as well as run this successful daycare. Children in my care will enjoy a fun, educational atmosphere...
5.0
"Ms. Rabbitt has daily activities include rug time, math, singing, reading, and social interaction through play with a goal of kindergarten readiness. Her multi-level space includes a kitchen for getting those little hands rolling in flour and dough, a dining room...

Mary W.


Debi Pritzker's Home Day Care

Debi Pritzker's Home Day Care

37 Lanewood Ave, Framingham, MA

5.0

(4)

My passion is providing a safe, loving atmosphere for children where age appropriate learning and fun and are encouraged and seamlessly woven into the fabric of the day. My ultimate goal is to support my day care families in the creation of happy, compassionate children who feel good about...
5.0
"Here are some of the reasons why we love Debi's Daycare and why I believe she is the very BEST at what she does: * She is very open and honest * Very easy to talk to - great communication with parents * She is very nurturing and loving with the children * Never...

Cheryl M


Mrs. Lori's

Mrs. Lori's

4987 W Bridle Creek Drive, West Jordan, UT

5.0

(5)

I am currently looking to fill a couple of spots for my in home child care. I have watched kids off and on since I was a teen. I have been married for 23 years and have raised 2 daughters and started watching kids from my home in 2016 when they were gone at school all day and I got lonely. I have...
5.0
"Lori watched both my 2 and 3 year old girls part time for about a year. I loved that she was so dependable and would work with my schedule if I could pick them up early or was running late due to traffic. I always knew my kids were safe and well taken care of. They...

Stephanie N.


Desi's Child Care

Desi's Child Care

4093 Rueda Drive, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

WE ENROLL CHILDREN 1-5 YEARS OF AGE! Join us for preschool activities, fun and wonderful friendships! We focus on: -Teaching about kindness, manners and having a positive attitude -Instilling and extending language and vocabulary -Developing fine and gross motor skills -Encouraging positive social...
5.0
"Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every...

Kristie L.


ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

1406 S. SANTA ANITA AVE, ARCADIA, CA

5.0

(2)

5.0
"Over the course of the last ten years we have had our three children attend Arcadia Montessori School. I cannot recommend this school and their staff enough. Through Montessori strategies they prepared my children beyond my expectations. Every person at this...

Care member


Chuchie's Home Daycare

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.


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