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Kim's Playschool

5.0

Kim's Playschool offers a creative curriculum that makes learning fun. The day is filled with a range of age-appropriate activities, offering a great balance of group and individual play. My daughter loves the 'friends' she's made and we are very thankful to have found Kim.

- Bonnie C.

Miss Karen's Child Care

5.0

My child's vocabulary expanded so much when she started this preschool. My family and friends couldn't believe how much she improved. They also do the cutest crafts!

- Lauren S.

Three Steps Group Family Day Care LLC

5.0

My daughter has attended Three Steps Group Family Daycare since she was 10 weeks old; she is almost 8 months now and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives. They are very accommodating time wise if I need to drop my baby off earlier or pick her up later. Darlene is knowledgeable in what...

- Isabell J.

Hope And Future Daycare

5.0

I've had my son attending this daycare center for over a 6 monthss now. They are excellent and professional. Larger commercial daycare are great but the smaller and closer atmosphere in this family child care program is what my child needs. He enjoys the "homelike" environment and receives a lot...

- Nicholas F.

Elite Scholars Christian Academy

5.0

Excellent school. My 3 year old is showing great independence and progress within 2 weeks of attending. I couldn't be more pleased

- Joyce T

Drop-in daycares in East Meadow, NY

Kim's Playschool

Kim's Playschool

921 Preston Rd, East Meadow, NY

5.0

(2)

Here at Kim's Playschool we teach while having fun. A structured yet friendly environment with nutritious snacks and meals provided. We encourage creativity during our craft and playtime. Kim will help with potty training along with helping your child prepare for kindergarten. 20 years NYS licensed...
5.0
"Wonderful experience! Kim is very attentive to the children. My daughter had lots of fun while learning at the same time."

Gina


Milestone Friends Learning Center

Milestone Friends Learning Center

289 Stanley Road, East Meadow, NY

We are now accepting children from ages 6 weeks to after school age. Full time, part time, weekly, daily and hourly. We offer a flexible schedule for all types of care needed (i.e. hospital personnel needing nontraditional hours). We do date nights and Saturday care in general. Feel free to reach...

Sweet Home Child Care

Sweet Home Child Care

736 Van Buren Ave, East Meadow, NY

Hi Everyone, I have opened my home to care for up to 2 children during the work week, year round. I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Early Childhood Education and years of experience caring for children, as well as being a mother to a 8 month old myself. I am also Infant/Child CPR and...

I am highly competent in child care. I've worked at government child development faculties, therefore I have a complete government background check and excellent references for child care from the ages of 0-5. I'm CPR certified. Throughout my college career I have completed numerous credits in...

Urban Education Opportunity Center

1802 Stone Ave., East Meadow, NY

We provide after school care in addition to assisting the children with homework. We provide study skills, test preparation, and research strategies to each child.

Miss Karen's Child Care

Miss Karen's Child Care

751 Clifford Ct, Baldwin, NY

5.0

(2)

We are currently enrolling preschoolers for summer camp 2023 and for the 2023 - 2024 school year! Give your child a head start on learning! NYS Licensed. Private Setting. Trained Staff. Preschool Curriculum. Kindergarten readiness.
5.0
"Best childcare in the area! My kid can't wait to go to school every morning!!!"

Cristina


Three Steps Group Family Day Care LLC

Three Steps Group Family Day Care LLC

865 Edwards Blvd, Valley Stream, NY

5.0

(3)

Three Steps Group Family Daycare LLC offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. We are a NYS Licensed Group Family Daycare. Our ratio of children to adults is always within state guidelines - and often even lower - to make certain...
5.0
"3 Steps group family daycare is a wonderful fun filled environment from the moment I walked in I knew once my baby is born this is where I'd have my newborn . I'd recommend this daycare to anyone looking for child care. the provider Darlene is always smiling and...

Lauren


Hope And Future Daycare

Hope And Future Daycare

15 North Street, Glen Head, NY

5.0

(1)

Hope and Future Daycare provides a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while encouraging social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. I am licensed and trained in CPR, First Aid and Health & Safety. I've also undergone Background and Fingerprint Clearance over the...
5.0
"I've had my son attending this daycare center for over a 6 monthss now. They are excellent and professional. Larger commercial daycare are great but the smaller and closer atmosphere in this family child care program is what my child needs. He enjoys the...

Nicholas F.


Elite Scholars Christian Academy

Elite Scholars Christian Academy

52 Forest Road, Valley Stream, NY

5.0

(2)

Elite Scholars Christian Academy is committed to creating a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program that s designed to promote social, academic, physical and moral growth needed for the children to be prepared for their transition to Kindergarten. Toddler (Ages 12mos-3): Our toddlers are...
5.0
"Excellent school. My 3 year old is showing great independence and progress within 2 weeks of attending. I couldn't be more pleased"

Joyce T


Bright Blossoms Daycare

Bright Blossoms Daycare

1803 Florence Street, Merrick, NY

5.0

(13)

Bright Blossoms Daycare is a NYS licensed group family daycare serving children from 6 weeks old through Pre-Kindergarten. We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks will be served daily. All meals and snacks served will be organic. Our Daycare program...
5.0
"At first like every mom I struggled to decide which daycare would be the right one for my family. I walked into several places that barley showed interest in my newborn and that were all business. But Muna from the moment we met her only focused on our son, she...

Jennifer C.


Peek-a-boo Daycare

Peek-a-boo Daycare

1661 Sumner Avenue, Merrick, NY

4.5

(2)

We are a NYS Licensed Group Family Daycare (home based) in Merrick, for your convenience. We specialize in infants to toddlers up to age 3. We help your little ones with their developmental stages in a safe and warm environment. All employees are certified in CPR and First Aid Training. We...
5.0
"Peekabo daycare is a warm, loving and fun place to be. Our baby girl loves it there. Jamie takes excellent care of her and provides a fun, versatile and age appropriate curriculum for her. The space has brand new equipment and there are toys for every age group. We...

Victoria C.


Amazing Grace Nursery

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
"Aunt Grace and Ms. Katonia are two of the sweetest people I've ever met. I was traveling to New York for two weeks and I needed child care for my daughter and boy did they deliver more than I expected! The facility is clean, aesthetically pleasing and extremely...

Shunelle N.


The Wright Academy

The Wright Academy

27 Jay St., Hicksville, NY

5.0

(3)

Our mission is to develop young children with creative and active minds. We accomplish this by providing a unique and affordable child development program in a setting were students are able to experience through different activities such as Science, Math, Literacy, Art, Music, Dance, Sports, and...
5.0
"From our initial visit, I immediately felt comfortable and at ease with Ms. Griselda and so did my son (who had a very rough adjustment with his first daycare). Ms. Griselda loves and takes care of all the children like they are her own and gives them all...

Tanya R.


6680 - Tutor Time of Baldwin

6680 - Tutor Time of Baldwin

2856 Milburn Ave, BALDWIN, NY

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day...

Where Children Become Friends Daycare

Where Children Become Friends Daycare

213 Juanita Ave, Freeport, NY

Where Children Become Friends Daycare is located in Freeport, N.Y. WCBF offers a high quality Childcare Program for children, 6 months & up. Where Children Become Friends offers a high quality Childcare Program that provides a safe, healthy, nurturing environment for children of all ages....

Stacy's Tlc Childcare

Stacy's Tlc Childcare

118 Lane, Levittown, NY

Family child care in a "home like" setting is the best alternative there is for working parents. It provides a small secure environment for children during the most important time of their development. Family child care offers a home away from home, providing children with "siblings" of all ages, to...

Diamonds & Gems Daycare Ii Inc

Diamonds & Gems Daycare Ii Inc

210 West Marshall Street, Hempstead, NY

Diamonds & Gems Daycare operates 6 days a week. We provide childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. Most of our clients come to us through word of mouth or siblings or family members of past clients served. We provide children with a warm and safe environment everyday. Children are...

6647 - Tutor Time of East Rockaway

6647 - Tutor Time of East Rockaway

131 Main St, EAST ROCKAWAY, NY

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day...

Aaa Therapies

Aaa Therapies

33 S. Service Rd., Jericho, NY

We provide premier home based clinical and education services to children with a wide spectrum of needs.

Camps 'R' Us

Camps 'R' Us

35 Heisser Court, Farmingdale, NY

We provide families with the most safe, fun and affordable summer day camp experience available. Our award-winning camp programs offer children, ages 3 - 15, a diverse summer experience, including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Games, Swimming, Bowling, Trips, Special Events and much more. Our premier...

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