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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 *.
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.
Wee Care Day Care
5.0
Wee Care Day Care is a hidden gem! Deb at Wee Care Day Care has exceeded our expectations. Deb has a wealth of experience and credentials, gives high personalized attention to each child in her care, is wonderfully organized, professional, and caring. (Not to mention, her pricing is pleasantly...
- Care member
Amazing Grace Nursery
5.0
Have been sending my 2 children (7 months, 30 months) for over 2 years and they have been incredible! Can not recommend enough to family and friends looking for daycare. They are education based and work with you on what your child needs in order to achieve their potential.
- Cynthia H
The Village Home Daycare
5.0
Miss Kelly is amazing! I feel safe when I drop my baby off with her. She sends pictures and updates so I know what my little bit is doing throughout the day. It helps so much that I can see my son happy and that I don't have to worry about him because I know he is in a loving envirnment.
- Kelly B.
Drop-in daycares in Goleta, CA
Stone Soup Preschool And Child Care
6229 Guava Ave, Goleta, CA
We are a high quality, licensed (#426209626), home-based preschool and child care for children 9 months and up. Along with a teaching credential, experience with children with developmental delays, and many years of experience in early childhood education (including several ECE courses), Jennifer,...
Angel Family Childcare
7342 Greensboro St., Goleta, CA
Great Location! Close to UCSB!
-For children ages 1-5
-Large yard where children can play safely
-Daily schedules of activities include: arts and crafts, music, story time, science and nature and free play
-Breakfast, lunch, and supper provided
-Certified in CPR and First Aid
-Member of NAFCC and...
Sunshine Stars
39 Dearborn Apt 93, Goleta, CA
I've worked with children for 25 years. I am currently able to care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children in my local Goleta condo. I previously worked as a certified preschool teacher in centers, homes, churches and also as a private nanny. I've got 3 degrees in social service...
Camp Gan Israel
6047 Stow Canyon Rd., Goleta, CA
Camp Gan Israel - Part of the Largest Network of Jewish Camps in the World! Providing a superb summer day camp experience for Jewish children. Fun for children of all ages, promoting love for Judaism. No one puts more care into the care of your child.
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 *.
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.
Wee Care Day Care
105 Williamsburg Rd., Bridgeport, CT
5.0
(3)
A loving, learning environment awaits your child at Wee Care Day Care, family child care.
We provide all the educational benefits of a school environment (with high adult to child ratio) in the comfort of a home setting.
A nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are included. There is...
5.0
"New to the area, it was important to us to find a great home day care. Such a blessing that Deb found us! Not only has she provided a nurturing home with age appropriate books, toys, crafts and plenty of outdoor time but she is a great voice of experience helping...
Erica M.
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
"Have been sending my 2 children (7 months, 30 months) for over 2 years and they have been incredible! Can not recommend enough to family and friends looking for daycare. They are education based and work with you on what your child needs in order to achieve their...
Cynthia H
The Village Home Daycare
4074 Heinz Dr., Aurora, IL
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kelly! I am a 41 year old mother that owns and operates my own home daycare. My rates are reasonable and my hours are flexible. I am open five days a week and understand the non-typical work schedule that some parents have.
When your child is with me, they will experience daily age...
5.0
"Miss Kelly is amazing! I feel safe when I drop my baby off with her. She sends pictures and updates so I know what my little bit is doing throughout the day. It helps so much that I can see my son happy and that I don't have to worry about him because I know he is...
Kelly B.
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
"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.
My Little Home Day Care
6620 Belford Rd, Baltimore, MD
5.0
(1)
My little home day care is a place where your children form part of our family Call or Text me 443-226-5990
email mylittlehomemd@gmail.com.
We have license 254002 approved by Maryland state.
5.0
"The best space for your children's"
Mercedes P.
Happy Smiles Day Care
59b timrod dr, Worcester, MA
5.0
(1)
As a licensed Family Child Care Educator, my goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while encouraging social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. Your child will receive quality personal and individualized care in a warm and loving home, where they can...
5.0
"My daughter had fun everyday in this welcoming environment and it was great to see how she grew over the year we went to Happy Smiles. There is room for kids to play inside and outside so nice days are not wasted indoors only."
John C.
A Little Preschool
1724 Albert St N, Saint Paul, MN
5.0
(2)
We stress the educational beginnings and individualized care that toddlers and preschoolers need to thrive outside the home. If you can't be with your child throughout the day you want to have them in a safe, caring, and educational environment, we're for you! With 20+ years of experience caring for...
5.0
"We found Ms. Lisa on care.com nearly 4 years ago, and what a blessing it was! I can not say enough good things about Ms. Lisa and her daycare/preschool. Some highlights: nurturing and educational environment, small group, flexiblility, genuine care for each child....
Shana H.
Gina's Fun House
11320 Highland Drive S., Plainfield, IL
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Gina. I am an experienced Plainfield childcare provider that provides childcare services for a small setting of children in my loving home. I am able to give individual attention to each child that comes into my home and much more. I work very closely with each parent to ensure...
5.0
"Best childcare ever! Gina has been taking care of my daughter since October of 2014 and has been one of the biggest blessings in both of our lives. She consistently goes above and beyond with caring for my child and I never have to worry while I'm away. I highly...
Natalie Y.
Angels Day Care LLC
24 FLORENCE ST, West Hartford, CT
5.0
(1)
Angels Day Care is a Home Daycare created by Monica Vergara. Monica has over ten years of experience in personal care, working with babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Angels Day Care counts on professional staff who cares about the kids and the parents they serve.
"We...
5.0
"My 5-year-old daughter has been attending Monica’s daycare since she was four months old. She started full-time, and now that she goes to school, she goes to Angel’s Daycare part-time.
Monica has been great with my daughter. She provides a safe, fun, and caring...
Care member
The Little Plum Daycare
8460 QUARTZ AVENUE, Winnetka, CA
5.0
(2)
Montessori inspired play based daycare with yoga, music, dance, gardening lessons, sports and arts and crafts!
We strive towards excellence to raise happy healthy kids. We make our own organic meals to serve to the children and encourage great eating habits early on.
All meals include: Breakfast,...
5.0
"My son has been attending The Little Plum Daycare for some time now and he is happy and excited to show up to his little school everyday. I love hearing how his day went. The Little Plum Daycare is a great school for little ones"
Daniel
Preschooler's Play Central
6824 Esther Lane, Cincinnati, OH
5.0
(11)
I am currently accepting children for my family daycare. I have 25 years of experience. I am accepting children from 18 months to 4 years old. I charge $45.00 a day for children 2 and under, and $40.00 a day for 2 and up. If your child is a drop-in, it's $10.00 an hour.
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.
Andrea's Angels
17807 30th Dr Se, Bothell, WA
5.0
(1)
Andrea's Angels is a new licensed home daycare opening in Bothell, WA. I have 15 years of prior experience owning a home daycare and two assistance's. I look forward to giving your child a nurturing environment to learn and play every day.
5.0
"Andrea has been such a blessing. Our 15 mth old twins were born at the height of COVID & when our in-home nanny announced she was returning to school we decided it was time to expand their limited social circle & switch to a home day care. Our daughter cried...
Britta B.
4.5
(2)
4.0
"My daughter has been here since she was 9 weeks and feels like home. We love the director and feel like family there. Great support system and good communication with the school. "
Brittany N.
Mama Bear Child Care
7212 Stonewood Dr, Huntington Beach, CA
5.0
(1)
From infantry through toddler years, Mama Bear Child Care is the quality care and companionship parents are looking for. Mama Bear Child Care is a one of a kind home daycare for your family, founded by mother and daughter Pam and Ashley. In our developmentally-based environment, your child can...
5.0
"Blooming Butterflies has taken care of my baby since I went back to work and she was 13 weeks old. She is a few weeks away from turning 1 and I have had the best experience with Pam, Ashley and their crew. I highly recommend this daycare for anyone looking for a...
Jordan R.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Goleta, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Goleta, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Goleta, CA 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 Goleta, CA 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 Goleta, CA, 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 Goleta, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Goleta, CA 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 Goleta, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Goleta, CA, 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!