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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Cottage Grove, MN

Little Sprouts North Andover

5.0

We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes into preparing meaningful...

- Alex L.

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 *.

Nova Learning Center

5.0

Their level of empathy for children is impeccable.

- Diamond F.

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

Primrose School of Livermore

5.0

The school has been great we have no issues so far I have no complaints they feed her good and she is really learning!

- Sanrio and Margarida A.

Drop-in daycares in Cottage Grove, MN

Little People's Daycare

711 23rd Ave. North, South Saint Paul, MN

I offer a structured program, complete with child tooth brushing after meals, exercises & stretches, preschool curriculum, outdoor play. I provide a safe, caring environment. I am licensed and insured. I am trained in SIDS, CPR, First Aid, as well as various child developmental areas.

Kathleen C Harwood

2214 Bonnie Ln, Saint Paul, MN

Kathleen C Harwood is a child care facility that provides quality and affordable child care to children living in Saint Paul. Their center at 2214 Bonnie Ln, Saint Paul, MN knows that for children, play is an important activity because it helps with academic and social skills development. That is...

MONTESSORI AMERICAN INDIAN CHILDCARE CEN

2015 Hoyt Ave E, Saint Paul, MN

MONTESSORI AMERICAN INDIAN CHILDCARE in Saint Paul, MN provides quality education that cultivates the students' natural desire to learn. They prepare the kids for life through a culturally rich learning environment. The children will acquire lifelong academic skills through challenging experiences...

Jackie's Kool Kidz Licensed Childcare

17094 Georgetown Way, Rosemount, MN

Licensed for 10 years in family childcare in Rosemount. Food program, arts and crafts and reading circle time. Clean environment, excellent rates and very dependable. Conveniently located off of 170th and Cedar school district 196. Call for an interview at 952-686-3457.

Lynn I Gillett

16289 Fairgreen Ave, Rosemount, MN

Lynn I Gillett in Rosemount, MN offers attention, care, learning, love, safety, and fun to the kids in a nurturing and secure environment. They provide high-quality education that features the necessary tools to reach the children's fullest potentials. They give developmentally appropriate...

Sunshine Montessori

2027 Reaney Ave., Saint Paul, MN

Sunshine Montessori offers quality child care in a learning environment designed for infants through school age children that is affordable, educational and comfortable. We are located in East St. Paul off of I-94 near 3M Corporate Offices. I have welcomed hundreds of families into my home for over...

Betsy S Daycare

1785 Jewel Dr, Saint Paul, MN

Betsy S Daycare is a child care academy that is dedicated to providing for your child's learning needs. Their center located at 1785 Jewel Dr, Saint Paul, MN features a supportive learning environment where their students can fully exercise their creativity.

Kristy's Kids

1668 2nd Avenue, Newport, MN

I have been a licensed family childcare provider for 23 years. I provide quality care to many children and have excellent references. My childcare rate is $140 for 1yr on up and $150 for infant (subject to change).

Woodbury's Central Park

8595 Central Park Pl #106, Saint Paul, MN

Woodbury's Central Park is a licensed day care facility that is dedicated to developing not only their students' academic skills but their character as well. That is why their center at 8595 Central Park Pl #106, Saint Paul, MN provides a learning approach that inspires their pupils to develop...

5.0

(1)

Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted preschool and school-age programs or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes...

Alex L.


Starfish Academy

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 *.


Nova Learning Center

Nova Learning Center

2204 Mineral Spring Ave, NORTH PROVIDENCE, RI

5.0

(2)

Nova Learning Center believes in supporting the growth and development of each child as a unique individual. We believe in providing a nurturing, faith based, and safe childcare environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and a love for learning.
5.0
"Their level of empathy for children is impeccable. "

Diamond F.


SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER

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


Primrose School of Livermore

Primrose School of Livermore

2901 Las Positas Road, LIVERMORE, CA

5.0

(1)

Primrose Schools is a national family of private accredited early education and care schools across the country. We are more than just a daycare. Through our research-informed Balanced Learning® approach, we provide meaningful learning experiences for children beginning at 6 weeks of age. The...
5.0
"The school has been great we have no issues so far I have no complaints they feed her good and she is really learning!"

Sanrio and Margarida A.


Megan's House

Megan's House

9750 Michael Drive, Streetsboro, OH

5.0

(1)

Hello My Name is Megan. I have 6 Years of experience watching and caring for children! I am well known as "Mom" to 5 Year old twins and a 6 Year old! My home is smoke free, Kid friendly, with a large fenced in yard. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well. Welcome to "Megan's House" where we...
5.0
"I am a first time mom and Megan is the only person outside of family who I trust to watch my daughter. I do not worry at all while she is at Megan's House. Megan is kind, organized, trustworthy and I know that my daughter is in good hands with her. I know that I...

Deanna C.


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


Preschooler's Play Central

Preschooler's Play Central

6824 Esther Lane, Cincinnati, OH

5.0

(11)

I am currently accepting children for my family daycare. I have 31 years of experience. I am accepting newborn babies for the fall. I charge $50.00 a day for children 2 and under and $45 a day for 2 and up.
5.0
"Stacy watched my daughter for about 2 years, starting when she was 2. Stacy is fantastic! She is so caring and warm. Hazel would always come home with crafts that the kids did each day and Stacy would always go the extra mile by throwing holiday parties and...

Molly B.


Daffodils Child Care

Daffodils Child Care

7814 Seth Hampton Dr, Alexandria, VA

5.0

(21)

My Name is Muna Barkhadle Leaving your young infant with someone you don't know can be a difficult and nerve-racking decision to make. As more children enter child-care in the early, tender years of infancy, the continuity of care between home and outside care is very important for the young child....
5.0
"My son has been attending Daffodils for over a year now, starting when he was four months old. It was a smooth transition when he started, and he's always been happy to arrive in the morning and happy when I pick him up. Muna and Eman provide such loving and...

Carolyn V.


Atkilt Woldemariam Daycare

Atkilt Woldemariam Daycare

1604 CRESCENT OAK ST, Wylie, TX

5.0

(1)

Atkilt Woldemariam's daycare home is State licensed childcare home located in Wylie TX with the capacity of 12 children age range of infants, toddlers ,prekindergarten and school age and we provide breakfast, lunch and snack
5.0
"My 1 year old daughter loves Atkilt and her family!! We have been sending her here a few months now and we are very happy we found her! My daughter was really shy at first and had never been to daycare before she turned 1 so I was nervous, but now she runs right in...

Sarah T.


Yelena's Educational Place Llc

Yelena's Educational Place Llc

91 Parsons Drive, West Hartford, CT

5.0

(1)

We are pleased to invite you and your little ones to Yelena 's Educational Place. Our mission is to build an educational childcare program where the needs and interests of children come first. A place where children will receive the individual attention and care that they need to grow and learn at...
5.0
"Yelena is a wonderful childcare professional. Your child will get the best of care while learning and developing at Yelena's Educational Place. She has over 20 years of experience in early childhood education and I promise you will not be disappointed. Please give...

Irina P.


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