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Little Steps Christian Child Care
5.0
I have been taking my daughter to Little Steps Christian Childcare for the past 2 summers (started at age 7) and all school breaks, in between. I LOVE Miss Angie! I am very selective when it comes to leaving my daughter with anyone. SO I searched and read reviews of many daycares before finding...
- Teresa S.
Golden Step Childcare & Preschool
5.0
My 3yr old currently attends Golden Step Preschool and our 2yr old will be joining in February 2023. We are so impressed with how thoughtful Nana is with her program. From learning to activities, Blake is always consumed with interesting and fun things to do. With joining just over a year ago, we...
- Jesseca N.
Teacher's House
5.0
Teacher is THE BEST EVER! My son went to Teacher's House while I was in nursing school (10ish years ago). He has special needs and epilepsy and Teacher was absolutely phenomenal with him. She taught him his letters, numbers, how to write his name...he is 14 now and still talks about Teacher.
My...
- Kristi D.
Eva Day Care
5.0
Ms. Eva is a very caring & patient individual who loves her job and is naturally gifted at it. She is transparent and forthcoming about their daily activities and makes sure that the kids stay active by creating different arts and crafts, also playing out when the weather is suitable for it. She...
- Mohamed K.
Jolly Home Daycare
5.0
It has been my pleasure to have Mrs. Jolly take care of my 1.5 year old twins. When they started, they had never been to a daycare and I was very apprehensive about the transition, but she made the adjustment easy for all of us. She is extremely organized and I am enjoy the fact that that my twins...
- Nesha M.
Drop-in daycares in Gloucester, VA
Little Steps Christian Child Care
1217 Steiner Dr, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(1)
Little Steps Christian Child Care provides high quality and loving child care. Our program meets all California State Child care licensing requirements, in addition to providing healthy nutritious meals in accordance with Chicano Federation food program guidelines.Ensuring quality daily experiences...
5.0
"I have been taking my daughter to Little Steps Christian Childcare for the past 2 summers (started at age 7) and all school breaks, in between. I LOVE Miss Angie! I am very selective when it comes to leaving my daughter with anyone. SO I searched and read...
Teresa S.
Golden Step Childcare & Preschool
3710 Hobby Ct, Concord, CA
5.0
(5)
My name is Nahid (Nana) director of Golden Step Childcare and I'm a licensed in-home family childcare provider in Concord by the State of California, CPR, First Aid Certified. We are in a very good location with a safe environment, we are close to Concord Community Park and Bart Station. At Golden...
5.0
"My 3yr old currently attends Golden Step Preschool and our 2yr old will be joining in February 2023. We are so impressed with how thoughtful Nana is with her program. From learning to activities, Blake is always consumed with interesting and fun things to do. With...
Jesseca N.
Teacher's House
Frye And Dobson, Chandler, AZ
5.0
(2)
I started this adventure 19 years ago after working at Tutor Time and decided to start my own business. I am glad I did.
I consider myself a kid at heart, who enjoys hanging out with little cuties from age 6 weeks all the way to Kindergarten. I provide excellent service throughout the day from...
5.0
"I would give 100 stars if I could! Our children absolutely LOVED every moment they spent at Teacher's House. They couldn't wait to get there every day, especially on special days like water day, pajama day, holidays and birthdays. Teacher ALWAYS had a special...
Lora L.
Eva Day Care
6137 Quiet Times, Columbia, MD
5.0
(4)
I have been a teacher for the last 25 years and in 2000 I decided to open a home daycare that centered around Montessori teachings. In my time as a teacher and home daycare provider, I have taught reading, writing, music, art and math to young children. Under my care children will have circle time,...
5.0
"Miss Eva had been taking care of my 2 children for the past 3 years. I am so happy with how she teaches and cares for my 2 girls. caring, sharing and listening skills. Eva always cares foremost for the children..."
Les
Jolly Home Daycare
18945 Longhouse Place, Leesburg, VA
5.0
(10)
Adult and Child CPR, First-Aid, and MAT Certified.
Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks and Dinner is served and is included in the weekly rate!
Meals always include all basic components that are advised by CNI (Child Nutrition Inc) such as Protein, Carbs,Veggies and Fruits.
Provider has more than 10 years of...
5.0
"Our son has been with Ms. Jolly for three weeks now. Although it has been a short amount of time, she has been so wonderful I had to post a review. Our son was previously at a large chain daycare for almost eight months and never fully adjusted. He was starting to...
Jessica M.
Honeybee's Daycare
7432 Colshire Dr Apt 2, McLean, VA
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Asma I run Honey Bee's Daycare in McLean. In my daycare your children would have opportunity to learn things such as writing, reading,coloring(etc). I hope that I can take care of your Child in every aspect which include his/her health and security.
5.0
"A great women who treat children kindly and respectfully love it."
Adeela
Doodlebug Connection
854 East 1700 South, Salt Lake City, UT
5.0
(10)
For just over nine years we were a mother/daughter run in-home childcare program. Unfortunately LeeAnn passed away in unexpectedly in 2023 so Doodlebug is now run by Alex with occasional help from one of her lovely assistants Jess, Emily, and Aidan. Doodlebug is located in Sugarhouse, Utah. We...
5.0
"We are very lucky to have found Alex and LeeAnn. Our son has been loved and cared for by Doodlebug for over a year. He is 2 now and talks about his friends and activities he does, and we can tell he enjoys his time there while we work. They take careful...
Andrew
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
"Our now 2 year old son has been attending The Caterpillar Home Daycare for over a year and we all love it. Natalia and her assistants exude love, joy, and patience. As parents it provides us a great sense of happiness when he runs to them every morning. We...
Judy W
Clarksville Daycare
6911 Westcott Pl, Clarksville, MD
5.0
(4)
*ENROLLING NOW WITH LOWER TUITION! For infants and toddlers in our child-care center, Full-Time or Part Time!*
Located minutes away from Schools in the River Hill, Fulton Area!
I am a qualified and licensed Maryland Day Care provider with CPR, First Aid, and SIDS certification and have many...
5.0
"Noshaba is an absolutely fantastic caretakers. Their facilities are clean and inviting. The daycare is family run and feels very warm and loving. They keep me well informed of my child's day and how she is doing. My daughter is always smiling when I pick her up....
Joe R.
Shining Stars Home Daycare
27091 Via San Diego, Mission Viejo, CA
5.0
(1)
Shining Stars provides child care services to working and busy parents in South Orange County. We are located in Barcelona North residential community in City of Mission Viejo. We are happily caring for the age groups of 3 months old infants to six year old school age kids.
My 15 years of...
5.0
"We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all of my anxiety of sending my baby to an at-home daycare. She takes such great care of each of her kiddos as if...
Care member
Lil Sprouts Child Care Services
7892 Seafarer Way, Lorton, VA
5.0
(3)
My Family Child Care center is a year-round home-based daycare in Lorton, VA that specializes in child development and education. Our family child care program is run by a provider who has over 10 years of child care experience. We are open from 7:00am until 6:00pm and care for children as young as...
5.0
"My three year old loved it there. Every time we pulled up to her home, my child couldn't wait to get out of the car and run to her. I really liked the educational toys and activities that kept my child engaged."
Nadia B
Sunshine Family Childcare
14423 Bonnett Ln, Laurel, MD
5.0
(12)
Sunshine Family Childcare will provide a "home-like" setting; which is the best alternative for working parents. It will provide a secure environment for children during the most important time of their development. Sunshine Family Daycare offers "a home away from home", providing children to...
5.0
"My son has been attending Sunshine Family Childcare since he was 11 months old, he's now 18 months. At first I was nervous about leaving my infant with a stranger, but that stranger grew to become "auntie" someone who is loving and my son enjoys. She's patient...
Sarah
Happy Child Family Daycare
730 Paris Street, San Francisco, CA
5.0
(4)
Happy Child Family Daycare is a licensed and insured, bilingual childcare provider in San Francisco. We offer early childcare programs for 3 months to 3 years old children. We teach Mandarin and English. Children are encouraged to learn from a variety of play activities, dance and music classes, and...
5.0
"My little girl was 18 months old when she started going to Happy Child Family Daycare. I was of course very nervous and skeptical because this was my first child and the facility was brand new. My daughter was the first child to enroll. It was hard going to work...
J W.
F.o.c.u.s Daycare Llc
506 Vandalia Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
5.0
(2)
Hello Parents of all Ages,
The Early childhood period is very important because these are the valuable stages in which children brain is developing. During the age Birth to Age five, children are learning important, exciting, creative and imaginary things for each stage in their lives. It is my...
5.0
"At F.O.C.U.S ACADEMY DAYCARE every child is treated with love and equally. Ms. Quinn assures that every child health and safe is put first. She is big on teaching the basic so that every child that comes through her door is more then ready to start kindergarten....
Nicole G.
Diane's Daycare
286 Summit Ave, Amery, WI
5.0
(3)
Full time and part-time in home daycare. Pay only for days/times you are here, I have been doing in home daycare in my home for the last 15 years. I enjoy children and feel they become like extended family. Some of the activities we like to do are playing with home made play dough, books,...
5.0
"Trusting someone with your kids is not something a parent takes lightly. We have always felt at ease with Diane and the care she has given our kids. We love the small group setting and the clean environment she provides. You can tell she loves having the kids as...
Anne G.
Jayme's Family Daycare
824 Boone Dr., Brentwood, CA
5.0
(1)
Are you looking for a safe, secure "home away from home" where your child can learn, play, and grow? I have designed a nurturing, creative world for children of all ages to help their minds and bodies develop. I work with you to make a smooth transition into my childcare program, and have it happen...
5.0
"My husband and I must have interviewed with over 15 daycares and the moment we met Jayme we LOVED her. She is really warm and inviting, and super friendly. We met with both her and her husband and we just knew they were good people. I also liked the fact that she...
Nicole
Brum Brum Learning Preschool
536 Stillwater Rd, Stamford, CT
5.0
(2)
I had been a licensed family daycare for thirteen years in Florida, and am now licensed in Connecticut. I have my National Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, National Association for Family Childcare Accreditation. And I continually update my education in this profession.
Your child...
5.0
"What an amazing and loving place! You can drop your kids off and know that they're not just being watched? They're learning so much!"
Rafaela A.
Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare
Winchester Way, Falls Church, VA
5.0
(7)
*More than 15 years experience with childcare. Professionally trained child caregivers specializing on infants and toddlers. CPR, AR, AED, First aid & MAT Certified.
*State Licensed & Annual Fire Safety Inspection approved facility.
*We provide home cooked meals and snacks.
*Separate napping room...
5.0
"As an anxious parent sending her kid to daycare for the first time I had visited and interviewed dozens of daycares and immediately knew this place was right for our child!
Joy got on the floor with our son and played with him as she answered the 100's of...
Victoria T.
Honey Bubble's Home Daycare
1953 Brooks Glen, Escondido, CA
5.0
(1)
FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME
Honey Bubble's Home Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment!
I am a state licensed Home childcare provider and I have openings to care for children in my home on 2001, I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal...
5.0
"Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been with Mrs. Tina since they were both 6 months. Now my oldest is turning 5 and my youngest is turning 2. They are kind,...
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Teeny Turtles Home Infant Care
21818 Juniper Wood Lane, Richmond, TX
5.0
(1)
Hello parents! I am the owner of Teeny Turtles Home Infant Care. We are a very small listed family home daycare currently transitioning to a registered family home daycare. At Teeny Turtles we have low ratios to ensure enough one on one time. Undivided attention is guaranteed to provide each...
5.0
"Excellent care, clean moral environment. Super friendly atmosphere!!!"
Leslie B.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Gloucester, VA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Gloucester, VA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Gloucester, VA 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 Gloucester, VA 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 Gloucester, VA, 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 Gloucester, VA?
While drop-in daycares in Gloucester, VA 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 Gloucester, VA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Gloucester, VA, 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!