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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Mount Desert, ME

The Star Daycare

5.0

The Star Daycare is a professional home daycare setting. Mrs. Tariq is very professional and personable. She lives the children and is very diligent in caring for them. She teaches them through dance, song, and play. Many children who have developmental delays improve once they attend the Star...

- Anosha

Diane's Day Care

5.0

They are a really great day care. They are really great with the kids. They are very convenient. They are overall all a really great day care.

- Michelle G.

Mrs. Amber's Child Care

5.0

Amber has been great for our son. She helped potty train and has been great to work with. The pajama day, show and tell and swim days have been so fun for him.

- Beckie R

Paige's Little Angels

5.0

We have been with Miss Paige for about a year now. We found an opening with her right around when my daughter was 10 months and I and SO glad we did. Miss Paige has been the best! My daughter LOVES going to her home. Paige is incredibly loving, thoughtful, and goes way above and beyond to provide...

- Shelby T.

Nikki Westover

5.0

I have known Nikki Westover for many years. First, as a high school student working part time in our school, this continued during her college years as well, until we had the good fortune to hire her as a full time preschool teacher at our school. I worked with her in this preschool setting where...

- Sue W

Drop-in daycares in Mount Desert, ME

The Star Daycare

The Star Daycare

6460 Maplewood Drive, Falls Church, VA

4.8

(32)

The Star Daycare is a Fairfax County and Virginia-state licensed childcare center, organized by Mrs. Shahnaz Tariq, a professional childcare provider. Mrs. Tariq's goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, and loving home in which your child can successfully grow and develop. Due to popular demand,...
5.0
"Mrs. Tariq is a compassionate and caring child care provider. She cares for my son like he is her own. She keeps me updated throughout the day with pictures and messages on his development. The Star Daycare is a family in-home daycare and Mrs. Tariq treats her...

Waqar


Diane's Day Care

Diane's Day Care

4305 West 120th St. Unit A, HAWTHORNE, CA

Starting at $275/mo

5.0

(1)

With over 30 years of combined teaching experience, we specialize in preparing children to enter school with all the tools they need to succeed. We are an in-home daycare / preschool and can provide close to a one-on-one environment for your child to prepare them for their next steps. The curriculum...
5.0
"They are a really great day care. They are really great with the kids. They are very convenient. They are overall all a really great day care. "

Michelle G.


Mrs. Amber's Child Care

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 has been great for our son. She helped potty train and has been great to work with. The pajama day, show and tell and swim days have been so fun for him."

Beckie R


Paige's Little Angels

Paige's Little Angels

2812 Cypress Pt Dr, McKinney, TX

5.0

(2)

No openings at this time. In-home child care provider listed and FBI fingerprint background checked with Texas Dept of Family and Protective Services. I have over twenty years of child care experience with 20 plus years of in-home care and also assistant teaching in McKinney ISD's preschool program...
5.0
"We love Ms. Paige! My son was in her care for a little over 2 years (as she specializes in care for children up to 2) and we wish we could duplicate her! I never worried about his happiness or well being. She understands babies and young toddlers!! I think...

Christina S.


Nikki Westover

Nikki Westover

1218 Methodist Road, Westbrook, ME

5.0

(1)

Hi there! I'm currently a stay at home Mom of two amazing young children. I am a responsible and trustworthy person who has a passion for working with children and am looking to take in a child or two. Before staying at home, I was a nanny for 4 years and then worked in child care for 10 including 8...
5.0
"I have known Nikki Westover for many years. First, as a high school student working part time in our school, this continued during her college years as well, until we had the good fortune to hire her as a full time preschool teacher at our school. I worked with...

Sue W


Quitte Bears Home Daycare LLC

Quitte Bears Home Daycare LLC

6334 Briarwood Dr, Belleville, MI

5.0

(3)

Licensed Small Group (6) First Aid & CPR Certified Blood Borne Pathogen Certified Safe & Clean Environment Experienced & On-going Training Arts & Crafts Structured Learning Preschool Curriculum Weekly Theme Activities Nutritious Meals & Snacks Fun & Loving Atmosphere Open 8 A.M 6 P.M Monday...
5.0
"Quitte Bears Home Daycare is an excellent daycare. I love the environment set up for the children. Such a safe and loving place."

Yevette R


Happy Helper Day Center

Happy Helper Day Center

Plantation Drive, Fredericksburg, VA

5.0

(2)

We are passionate about early stages of child learning. We love seeing our kids growing into their full potential. Helping parents feel safe while leaving your precious gems in our hands.
5.0
"We love the center my kids have evolved with Ms.Alauna and Charon we love the personal attention our kids receive."

Sherry S


Every Child Ahead, Llc

Every Child Ahead, Llc

142 West Side Drive, Hamden, CT

5.0

(1)

Now Accepting Applications! At Every Child Ahead Childcare, we understand that love, education, and confidence form the cornerstone of a child's academic journey. Our unwavering dedication lies in making a meaningful and positive difference in the lives of the children under our care. We create a...
5.0
"I've used Every Child Ahead as my care provider for over 2 years and I love it. I have told told everyone how wonderful the care is there. Its clean. My child has never been sick. Unlike the other day care my child was attending. The children have a steady...

Latoya W


Diane's Daycare

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
"Our family struggled to find a daycare that fit our needs. Once we found Diane's daycare, we soon realized how extremly lucky we were to have found her. Diane's daycare is a home environment where our kids are treated like members of the family. Diane is an amazing...

Emily J.


Sandy's Child Care

Sandy's Child Care

5049 Leigh Avenue, San Jose, CA

5.0

(3)

I'm a mother of three girls, 22, 25, and 29. My husband and I have been married 31 years this October. While our girls were growing up, I took of care of children, one or two at a time, sometimes 3 or 4 as our girls got older. I've cared for infants, toddlers and while our girls were in elementary...
5.0
"We are so thankful to have met Sandy! Her family has become a part of our family after having our son in her care for so long. Sandy watched our son from 4.5 mos to almost 2 years and we would have stayed with her for much longer had we not moved out of the area....

Rachelle


Wonder World

Wonder World

22226 Valerio St, Canoga Park, CA

5.0

(1)

We work hard to create a secure and interesting space for kids to develop, explore, and have fun. We offer caring, loving, and learning in a home like environment. We serve breakfast, launch, dinner. and snacks. Also we offer outdoor play and free art and craft classes. Our day care open from 6:30...
5.0
"As new parents we had no experience with day cares. It was difficult to choose a location. We wanted a place that would be safe, educational and more. We definitely found what we were looking for with wonder world. It's a very loving and caring environment."

Sharon


Delaney Tot Spot

Delaney Tot Spot

4756 Flanders Ct., Plainfield, IL

5.0

(3)

Delaney Tot Spot is an in-home childcare program serving children ages 1-5 years old. I currently have a certificate as an assistant early childhood teacher. I am working to attain a degree in early childhood education.I have been in the field for a about three years now. I have been working along...
5.0
"Finding Delaney Tot Spot was such an amazing blessing! Our daughter has learned so much! It is so hard to leave your little one each day, but knowing that she is in such wonderful care makes the days go by a little easier. It warms my heart to know that my Daughter...

Lisa M.


Shining Stars Home Daycare

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


Alvin And The Chipmunks

Alvin And The Chipmunks

2238 Grand Pointe Trail, Aurora, IL

5.0

(1)

Home daycare! Part time and full time. Night care available too. Experienced preschool teacher. Continuing master program in Special Education. Ages from infants to 10 years old. I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and I am pursuing Master's degree in Special Education with the emphasis...
5.0
"Ms Anjeza has been the teacher of my two boys. She has had them since they were infants and she always has been so compassionate and loving. The drop of was so easy and it was melting my heart how they loved her and how she was treating them with love, but the...

Christine S


Mrs. Amanda's Home Childcare

Mrs. Amanda's Home Childcare

112 Watson Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO

5.0

(5)

I am relocating to Colorado Springs in the beginning of April. I have completed 6 early education classes and am "Lead Teacher" qualified. I am working towards completing 3 more classes to become "Director" qualified. I am a stay at home mom who likes to teach and help other children grow in a...
5.0
"Amanda was a godsend! She established a solid routine with our kids very early that provided the structure kids love but was never so rigid to not leave room for for being a kid:) She was also great at accommodating any slight schedule changes with us and keeping...

Whitney G.


Baby Planet Family Daycare

Baby Planet Family Daycare

6807 Mayfair RD, Laurel, MD

5.0

(6)

Parenting a child is the biggest job but if it's not your only job, Baby Planet Family Childcare is there for your family. Our motive is to provide a loving, caring, and positive environment for your child, just like Home away from HOME. Childhood is the most important part of a child's life, and we...
5.0
"We were very happy to have our 3-month-old start out at this friendly and safe family care. After the first week, our child fell in love with the other children and had a great time, smiling when we picked her up and other kids calling her by name. Always...

Shanshan X.


All Smiles Family Home Daycare

All Smiles Family Home Daycare

1735 San Eugenio, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

5.0
"This was my first time looking for childcare so I definitely was nervous. Mrs.Sandra was a breath of fresh air I'm so thankful for all the love and attention she gave my daughter and all the children she takes care of. You can tell right away she has a genuine...

Caesar R.


Happy Hilltop Childcare

Happy Hilltop Childcare

9591 Upland Street, Spring Valley, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello! Are you looking for an environment with multi-aged curriculum, but want a comfortable home environment? Stop here! My name is Katherine and I have been running my home as a Child Development Home for almost 9 years. I have my mother and my mother-in-law who also help me run my program. We...
5.0
"If you're looking for a first class pre-school for your little one at a reasonable price, look no further! "Kate's Happy Hilltop" has all the bells and whistles! The individual personal love and attention she gives each and every child is priceless. Her program...

Kim S


Young Scholars University (Child Care)

Young Scholars University (Child Care)

2254 W. 29th Street, Los Angeles, CA

4.4

(7)

At Young Scholar's University: The curriculum focuses on six areas of development: Cognitive, Communication, Emotional, Fine Motor, Gross Motor and Social Skills. Cognitive Skills: Infants are building their memories, learning to develop words and learning to recognize familiar sounds. They're...
5.0
"I am the mother of a 3 your autistic child who is nonverbal, so when I went back to work I was extremely nervous where I would put my child. I came across Young Scholars University and was amazed. When my son started he was not speaking, but now he is say several...

Porsha R.


Rockin Round The Clock Family Childcare, Llc

Rockin Round The Clock Family Childcare, Llc

6880 Case Road, North Ridgeville, OH

4.0

(2)

5 Star Step Up to Quality Rated, Ohio licensed Family Childcare providing Early Childhood Education and High Quality-rated care since 1988. Rockin' Round the Clock Childcare believes that the family is the primary provider of nurturing, education and care for children, but when care is needed...
3.0
"Favoritism takes place. Your child may be removed when they become older for an infant that increases their income. Unreported incidents would take place. The owner rides a high horse."

Anonymous


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