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Silva Family Child Care
5.0
My toddler daughter loved her time at Silva Family Child Care (we no longer live in the area but will return on future visits!). She was so well cared for and guided by the teachers. I saw how much she learned from them and from playing with the other children. She cared greatly for the teachers...
- Kelly A.
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.
Reaching For The Sky Daycare
5.0
Stop looking for a daycare and send your kids here. Ms. Felicia is amazing and kids take to her naturally. She is a great communicater and keeps her daycare CLEAN. My daughter start going to RFTS daycare when she turned 1. Ms. Felicia potty trained her, taught her ABC's, numbers, and colors before...
- Marshae L.
Exploratory Learning Academy
5.0
Exploratory learning Academy is the perfect daycare that provides a loving and fun learning experience that both my kids have enjoyed
- Ms. D
Tiny House Daycare
5.0
I would highly recommend Tiny House Daycare. My daughter started there when she was 18 months. Ms Judy took very good care of her and taught her so much. She also helped encourage my daughter when she started Potty Training. Ms Judy always had holiday celebrations for the kids, water days during the...
- Vanessa
Drop-in daycares in Lakewood, CA
Silva Family Child Care
13540 Cowley Ave., Bellflower, CA
3.7
(3)
Silva Family Child Care would love to welcome you and your child. We are a state approved licensed facility since 2014. Marina Silva is the director and certified teacher with over 15 year of child care experience. Our doors are open to Infants, Toddlers, and school age children of all...
5.0
"My son has been attending since he was 4 months. I love the attention he gets from the staff. They are caring towards all the children and my son is extremely happy when he sees all of them. That puts me at ease. The staff is wonderful. I am happy I found this...
Michelle C
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.
Reaching For The Sky Daycare
19313 Tajauta Ave., Carson, CA
5.0
(13)
Reaching For The Sky is committed to providing a high quality early education program for young children; ages Infants through 6 years old. Our program provides learning opportunities for children to develop social, emotional and cognitive thinking skills. Our staff is committed to forming strong...
5.0
"My grandson has been attending RFTSD, since 2018 at the age of 2 1/2.. Ms Felicia has been very hands on in his growth development. And he loves going to school. My grandson knew all his ABC letters, numbers and Colors, and count 20 was able to recognize all on...
Nechelle
Exploratory Learning Academy
2040 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA
5.0
(18)
Exploratory Learning Academy is now enrolling. We are a licensed 24-HR daycare that provides a private preschool setting along with weekly homework. Small group setting allows staff to cater to your children's individual needs. Our unique scheduling allows for us to meet the parents needs as well....
5.0
"Exploratory learning Academy is the perfect daycare that provides a loving and fun learning experience that both my kids have enjoyed"
Ms. D
Tiny House Daycare
14564 Blaine Ave, Bellflower, CA
5.0
(6)
I am a fun, creative infant and toddler daycare specialist at Tiny House Day Care. I focus mainly on the play and wonder of children. Each day we do a fun and creative craft. We also do circle time to expand our brains by learning how to count, shapes, and colors. I am CPR certified with Red Cross....
5.0
"I would highly recommend Tiny House Daycare. My daughter started there when she was 18 months. Ms Judy took very good care of her and taught her so much. She also helped encourage my daughter when she started Potty Training. Ms Judy always had holiday celebrations...
Vanessa
Ruiz And Rivera Family Child Care
3910 Southern Ave., South Gate, CA
5.0
(1)
At Ruiz and Rivera FCC, our philosophy is provide quality care by creating a safe, clean, loving environment in order to help your child reach their highest potential. We believe children should grow and learn at their own pace and therefore we encourage both learning though play and structured...
5.0
"My child just started today but through the entire day the teachers have kept me well informed. They've sent pictures and have just kept me in the loop!!!"
DENISE A
Glover-rosales Family Child Care
Orchard Ave 145th, Gardena, CA
Glover's Family Child Care has been operator since May 2013. Our goal is to provide your child with a clean, safe, comfortable and fun environment, where they can play, build with blocks, sing, dance, listen to music, learn arts and crafts, math, different language, basic grammar and handwriting,...
LITTLE ANGELS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
18419 S. AVALON BLVD, CARSON, CA
Little Angels mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, creative, stimulating, and sanitary environment in which our children can grow spiritually, physically, emotionally, and intellectually.
Little Angels Preschool is dedicated to providing quality services that support and contribute to the...
Bright Steps Academy Preschool
7939 Crowndale Ave., Whittier, CA
The Bright Steps Academy was founded in 2021 by Maral Natalie Kalayci, in a warm & welcoming home-based environment to provide students with a unique educational experience that is truly a "cut above", helping children prepare for what the future holds in today's modern era and keeping up with the...
Harris Family Daycare
5000 Wardlow Ave, Long Beach, CA
Harris Family Child Care is a place for children to grow and learn in the way children grow and learn best, through play. Children are provided opportunities to construct their own knowledge.
We believe that children learn through a constructive process. This is a dynamic interaction of...
Home Away From Home
1060 Rayland Dr, Torrance, CA
I am a licensed & accredited facility in the city of Torrance since1993. I & my staff are both 1st Aid & CPR certified. We offer online virtual learning during this time of Covid. We practice health safety measures with hand washing & sanitizing as well as temperature checks. Each child has his/her...
Learning N Caring Academy
768 E Realty St, Carson, CA
Open a Child's Imagination to Create New Memories from Every Exploratory Experience!"
Welcome to Learning n Caring AcademyLLC.
We believe that children grow through self-directed activities, hands-on learning and collaborative play. Children can make creative choices that will strengthen their...
Sunflower Playschool
4752 Hersholt Ave., Long Beach, CA
Sunflower Playschool offers a nurturing home like environment for children, 18 months old to 4 years old. Our practice is relationship-based care that emphasis on developing whole being of each child through creating secure attachment and building the family style group support. Because young...
Backyard Bears Babysitting
1516 Amapola Ave., Torrance, CA
Welcome to my home! My name is Norma Galitzen and I have been in the Early Childhood Education field for over 20 years. I have experience as a nanny, preschool teacher, preschool director and mom! Myself and my home have met all California state requirements to be a licensed small family child care....
Creative Day Academy provides a caring environment where your child can learn and grow. We have a large, park-like playground. We serve children starting at age 2 and also offer Kindergarten and First Grade.
Leonards Playplace
110 W Harcourt St, Long Beach, CA
Licensed family child daycare service. Focused on early education, potty training and nutritious meals in a loving home environment.
Brighter Beginnings In Child Care
Imperial Hwy And Valley View, Whittier, CA
Licensed Educator/Child Care Provider in Whittier, Ca. 90604 (will also serve La Mirada and Norwalk area) has 25 years experience with children, a Masters in Child Development and a Program Director permit. Space is available in my home for 2 infants (0-2 yrs), 1 preschool (3-5). I'm using the...
Lilly's Babies
1647 W 248th St, Harbor City, CA
Lilly's Babies is a lovely, in-home, small child day-care business set in a clean and safe environment.
I am a licensed, AED, Child/Infant CPR, and pediatric first aid certified day care provider. My daycare offers a large and comfortable play area, both indoor and outdoor with lots of toys....
0210 - Childtime of Commerce
4820 South Eastern Avenue, COMMERCE, CA
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
Vicky W. Family Childcare
1324 E. Turmont St., Carson, CA
Williams Family Childcare is an intensive, 12 month program for preschoolers, afterschool and child with special needs. Williams Family Childcare purpose is to provide accessible recreational activities in a creative learning environment. Our Stimulating environment provide nurturing relationships,...
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Lakewood, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Lakewood, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Lakewood, 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!