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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
Busy Bees Daycare And Preschool
5.0
Kristine and Busy Bees Daycare has been just what my 3yo son needed. We transitioned from a larger daycare facility to Busy Bees and couldn't be happier. Kristine is a warm and loving caregiver. My son gave her a hug the first time they met! She has the perfect balance of structure and...
- Naomi B.
Nicole B
5.0
After reviewing several potential babysitters and meeting with many as well, we met Nicole and her family. She has been taking care of our 2 year old son for about 1 month now. She has welcomed my son into her home and is very caring. Her 2 year old daughter and my son play very well together....
- Brandy M.
De Silva Family Day Care
5.0
Most comfortable I have been with my daughter at this day care. She is loved and cared for like she's her own. The day care is well kept, clean, peaceful and a very happy place all day to be. I am glad I chose this daycare for my daughter.
- Ranalie W.
Tonya's Tiny Tots Early Education Center, Llc
5.0
As today is my daughter's last day in Tonya's Tiny Tot's due to age, I felt compelled to write this review in hopes that it would help potential parents decide on their child's future care provider. For the last three years, my daughter has attended this daycare because of the love, care, and...
- Frank W
Drop-in daycares in Gardiner, ME
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
Busy Bees Daycare And Preschool
2024 NE 24th PL, Renton, WA
5.0
(5)
Hello Friends,
I am currently enrolling for two full time spots for 3+ year olds to start in September!
Interviews and tours available during the week after 5:30pm and Saturday's at 10:00am!
5.0
"Busy Bees has truly been a blessing in the midst of a pandemic - a clean, safe, fun, and creative preschool that has allowed our now 3.5 year old to thrive in a small group setting. Kristine is a warm-hearted and communicative individual who has a wealth of...
Kelly S.
Nicole B
16660 Watter Drive, Lockport, IL
5.0
(1)
I am a loving mom. I am looking to fill one or two spots for June of 2021 in my in-home daycare in Willow Walk, Lockport. I have excellent references.
I believe in at home daycare!
I have a wonderful small group of children that I am currently watching and looking to add to my group. I have 9...
5.0
"After reviewing several potential babysitters and meeting with many as well, we met Nicole and her family. She has been taking care of our 2 year old son for about 1 month now. She has welcomed my son into her home and is very caring. Her 2 year old daughter and...
Brandy M.
De Silva Family Day Care
4456 Montair Ave, Long Beach, CA
5.0
(1)
I am a former preschool & kindergarten teacher. CPR certified. I provide service to children, ages between 0-14. My facility is located in Lakewood Village close to Mark Twain Elementary School, Bancroft Middle School, Lakewood High School, Long Beach City College and Cal State Long Beach...
5.0
"Most comfortable I have been with my daughter at this day care. She is loved and cared for like she's her own. The day care is well kept, clean, peaceful and a very happy place all day to be. I am glad I chose this daycare for my daughter."
Ranalie W.
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
"I want to say thank you for all your help with Mason and for giving him the time and patience he needed to be a happy boy! Your caring attitude towards him and I means so much. I always knew he was in good hands whenever I left him, which is a very important...
Brittney M
Mrs. Amber's Child Care
5741 W Boulder Creek Rd, West Jordan, UT
5.0
(3)
Hello! I promise you will love my home based licensed family child care! We do lots of fun activities like crafts, music time, outdoor time, pajama days, picnics, show n tell, water days, and holiday parties! CPR and First Aid certified. Great outdoor and indoor play area, in a great neighborhood as...
5.0
"Amber is THE best. My daughter has gone to her for 3 years and she will soon be caring for my infant son. Amber cares about the kids and treats them as if they are her own. She provides all meals/snacks, crafts, swim days, pajama day, show & tell plus fun...
Siara B
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.
Little Blessings Daycare Center
7316 W. Beverly Rd., Laveen, AZ
3.0
(2)
Little Blessings was founded by Vanessa Koechlin, a mother and Social Worker who quit her job and opened a childcare business in order to spend more time with her son. With a degree in Social Work from ASU, Certificate of Completion in Family Child Care Management (Rio Salado College) and...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Vanessa for over 6 months now and we couldn't be happier! my daughter learns so much at the daycare, and she loves it."
Candice S.
Joselia Koutsis
8 Brown Rd, Shirley, MA
5.0
(2)
My name is Josie. I'm originally from Brazil. My primary language is Portuguese, but I speak, read, and write English fluently.
I have 3 beautiful children of my own and I have been working with children for over 15 years. My program is play based with curriculum. I believe children need...
5.0
"Josie's daycare is unbelievable. When we first went for a tour there I was very impressed by her and her space. The lower level of her house is basically dedicated to the kids which includes a little classroom and awesome playroom. Her backyard is even more...
Care member
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.
Madelaine's Sweet Home
5522 Elder St, Fredericksburg, VA
5.0
(9)
I am a licensed child care provider located in Fredericksburg, Va. I have been providing full-time child care services for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, before and after school daycare for Battlefield Elementary School for the last 20 years. During this time, it has become my pleasure to share...
5.0
"We found Ms. Madelaine's right when we needed her! She took care of my daughter from ages 3-5, after we had just moved and had a bad experience at another daycare. From the very beginning, you could tell that she loves each one of the children that she watches like...
Jackie G.
Tot Spot
3599 E. Powell Rd., Lewis Center, OH
5.0
(2)
We are an In Home Daycare focusing on healthy eating, along with learning and fun. Gardening, From Seed to Plate, will be part of your child's learning. Breakfast, Lunch, Mid-morning, and Afternoon snacks will be provided. We are First Aid, CPR, and Food Safe Certified. At Tot Spot we believe...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Tot Spot for a little over a month. Her personality has blossomed so much. She loves going to "school". She loves the staff and her new friends. We are so excited that we found Tot Spot."
Karen S
Phillips Family Daycare
2811 Feasler St, Erie, PA
4.0
(4)
We are a fully licensed in home daycare. Both myself and my husband are certified by the state of Pennsylvania. Subsidies are accepted. Our home is a split level. The lower half is completely dedicated to the daycare.
We teach our children in a non structured environment so while they are learning,...
5.0
"Like Heather, I've had my children here for nearly 10 years. My boys learned so much from Linda and John and it was wonderful for them to be exposed to varying ages of children who could also help set the example of patience and kindness. My boys absolutely adored...
Molly F.
Ms. Sandy's Daycare
6519 Deepford Street, Springfield, VA
5.0
(7)
Ms. Sandy has over 29 years of experience. She is devoted to providing quality in-home child-care services for ages birth through 12. Each staff member is First Aid and CPR certified and has Medical Administration Training (M.A.T.) and, more importantly, they are state licensed by Social Services...
5.0
"Ms. Sandy and her staff are great. They really care about the kids and treat them like their own. I highly recommend!"
Lisa I.
Munchkin Toyland
6130 N.W. Olympic View LN., Silverdale, WA
5.0
(3)
Hi there, My name is Nancy and I recently moved to the Silverdale area from Seattle. In Seattle, I ran a well known licensed in-home daycare for 25 years. I have decided to semi-retire and downsize the daycare. I am currently taking care of a couple toddlers in my new in-home daycare located in...
5.0
"I love Munchkin Toyland! Nancy is the best! My daughter has been going there since 18 months old and every morning she runs right in. Since she has been there she talks more clearly and can say her ABC's!"
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The Caterpillar Home Daycare Llc
14905 Greymont Drive, Centreville, VA
5.0
(18)
Virginia State Licensed. It's a single house in a very clean environment. We have a special program for preschooler's curriculum, major early childhood education, USA food program, CPR/First Aid and MAT certified. We do so many special activities outdoors like going to parks and for short walks....
5.0
"The staff at this daycare are nothing short of exceptional. Ms Natalia and Ms Mirna are absolutely amazing. Their warmth, compassion, and dedication to the well-being of the children are truly commendable. Every interaction, from drop-off to pick-up, was filled...
Care member
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.
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.
Cyndi's Little One's At The Ridge
5309 S Flanders Way, Centennial, CO
5.0
(1)
Cyndi's Little One's At The Creek opened August 18th, 2014. I moved to a new location the beginning of 2017 and have a new name, Cyndi's Little Ones at the Ridge. I am currently accepting interviews for children, 2-5 years of age. I have availability starting July 1, M-F 7-5 pm. It has has been...
5.0
"We started with Cyndi when she first started and we still bring our daughter when she is out of school. She made my daughter and is feel like family. I ran my own daycare for several years and the certified through the military and when we moved to CO I worked for...
Johnna D.
Sisters Home Day Care
604 68th Street, Willowbrook, IL
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Suzanne. My sister and I run a day care in her Willowbrook home. We provide a loving home environment while you are away. We encourage friendship and cooperation among the families in our care. Most of the children that we care for begin as infants and remain in our care until...
5.0
"You gals are the best! It was so hard for me to go back to work, but it really helped to know that my baby was safe and well cared for with you two. The random pics you send make my day"
Beth A.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Gardiner, ME
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Gardiner, ME?
Drop-in daycare near you in Gardiner, ME 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 Gardiner, ME 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 Gardiner, ME, 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 Gardiner, ME?
While drop-in daycares in Gardiner, ME 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 Gardiner, ME?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Gardiner, ME, 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!