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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Polk City, IA

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 *.

LIFE SOURCE PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL

5.0

I've been with them for about 3 years now. I've had a very good overall experience. They are very pleasant and the kids love it there!

- Delores W.

Ms Leslie's Wiggles N Giggles Learning Academy

5.0

They are really organized and they are really caring!

- Kiwan M.

Mrs. Lori's

5.0

Lori is a wonderful daycare provider. She has watched my daughter for the past 2 years. She is flexible with her hours of when you can drop off and pick up. She also worked with me when I was trying to potty training my daughter. Her prices are very fair and she is great with the kids, which is...

- Cristy C

Sunny Times

5.0

I have volunteered at Swanny's business and am amazed at how fast kids learn with her! She is fluent in English and Spanish. I have seen kids come in who weren't learning anything in their other schools and all of a sudden can read and spell within just a few months of working with with her! Kids...

- Tianna M.

Drop-in daycares in Polk City, IA

New Horizon Academy - Johnston (coming soon)

New Horizon Academy - Johnston (coming soon)

8650 NW 62nd Avenue, Johnston, IA

Our commitment to early learning and education begins in our infant program and extends throughout our school-age program. Our goal at New Horizon Academy is to instill a lifelong love of learning in each child and ensure that your child has the skills they need to succeed not only in school, but in...

Amy's Childcare

Amy's Childcare

4808 NW 2nd CT, Ankeny, IA

I am currently a Licensed Early Childhood Educator getting ready to open a childcare business in my home in August 2015. I have 3 full-time slots available for 12 months-preschool aged children, 1 part-time slot available for Tuesday, Thursday, possibly Friday and 1-2 before and after school slots...

La Petite Academy of Ankeny, IA

La Petite Academy of Ankeny, IA

929 E 1st St, Ankeny, IA

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning...

We are high schoolers with experience in taking care of children such as yours who need company while you're away for an afternoon or evening. We work with children between the ages of 1 and 10, we are able to take care of 4 children per babysitter. We bring basic supplies such as coloring books,...

Bark Avenue In Home Pet Care

P.O. Box 896, Ankeny, IA

Bark Avenue In-Home Pet Care provides families with the comfort of knowing that their pet is happy and safe in their own home. We will provide your pets with potty visits, and play time visits.

Challenger Sports League, Inc.

7459 Barnsley Dr, Johnston, IA

The Challenger Sports League, Inc. in Johnston, Iowa offers sports programs for special needs children of all ages and needs. It offers baseball, basketball and indoor soccer as well as other activities like awards parties, picnics and bowling outings. The company aims to provide special needs...

2 for U Childcare

6950 Northeast 14th Street Suites 3638, Ankeny, IA

2 For U Daycare is a family run business. The owners are Jaycie Miller and Jill Schafer, sisters, and Lisha Curry, Mother. The business was started with one child back in 2008, in-home, and continued to grow to sixteen children. We decided to make the change to a Center to provide more room for the...

Blessed Beginnings Child Development Home

222 NE 12th St Place, Ankeny, IA

I operate a loving, Christian-based child development home with lots of fun and engaging learning activities, individualized weekly lesson plans, daily written communication and strive to provide an environment where every child feels like this is their "home away from home."

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3704 NW Kline St, Ankeny, IA

Stay at home mom, I have kids of my own. As a mother, I know how difficult it is to take your child/children to someone or a center to care for, but I believe in treating people as I want to be treated. I'm fun, loving, caring and I love kids very much. I believe in our next generation and Leaders...

Starfish Academy

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 *.


LIFE SOURCE PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL

LIFE SOURCE PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL

44709 BEECH AVE, LANCASTER, CA

4.5

(2)

4.0
"I have been involved with them since my oldest was in kindergarten and she is now in 11th grade. I do have my youngest two there now. I've had nothing but positive experiences with them. I like them because they offered programs that other schools did not such as...

Shannon ..


Ms Leslie's Wiggles N Giggles Learning Academy

Ms Leslie's Wiggles N Giggles Learning Academy

1340 E Washington Ln, PHILADELPHIA, PA

5.0

(4)

Ms. Leslie’s Wiggles n Giggles in Philadelphia and is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children starting at 6weeks up until age 13. With our Mother Goose curriculum, we ensure that our children receive a well-rounded education that sparks their curiosity and...
5.0
"They are really organized and they are really caring!"

Kiwan M.


Mrs. Lori's

Mrs. Lori's

4987 W Bridle Creek Drive, West Jordan, UT

5.0

(5)

I am currently looking to fill a couple of spots for my in home child care. I have watched kids off and on since I was a teen. I have been married for 23 years and have raised 2 daughters and started watching kids from my home in 2016 when they were gone at school all day and I got lonely. I have...
5.0
"I can't think of any service harder to find than someone you trust to watch your babies. Lori has watched both of my children from when my oldest was about 5 months old and he is now turning 3. I have trusted her from day one. She is caring, patient, reliable and...

Linsey M.


Sunny Times

Sunny Times

5175 W 11000 N, Highland, UT

5.0

(3)

I graduated as a school teacher with an emphasis in child development and early child education. I love caring for and teaching children. I have a great reading program. A day in my home would include learning time, play, crafts, healthy food and snacks, dance and learning great virtues. My second...
5.0
"Swanny is doing an excellent job with the kids! She always has fun new ways to teach the children that they enjoy and helps them learn smoothly. They are learning faster compared to anyone I have seen so far. The kids always come home with tons of joyful...

Ferrin F


Tiffany's Child Care

Tiffany's Child Care

2235 W Pines Rd, Afton, TN

5.0

(13)

Hi I'm Tiffany, kids like to call me Mrs Tiffy :) I have been caring for children for over 20 years and feel very blessed with my job. I have 5 of my own, 3 are out of the house and my twin boys are in 5th grade. I am a caring, responsible, loving caregiver who loves to make little ones laugh and...
5.0
"Tiffany has been a blessing to our family. She has been watching my daughter for over two years now. She does a wonderful job of keeping the kids on a schedule, loving them, and keeping them safe. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for childcare."

Stephanie C.


Izzabug's Home Daycare

Izzabug's Home Daycare

335 S Manley Rd, Ripon, CA

5.0

(2)

Hi!! My name is Laura Soltero. I am the owner/operator of a licensed, small family preschool/daycare program. My program serves children ranging in age from infants to school age. The program is play based with an emphasis on social emotional development and the planning and implementation of...
5.0
"When returning to work after having my daughter I was looking for a daycare option in the community that would be a good fit. I was a first time mom and was very cautious in where I was going to send my baby girl. When I met Laura, my fears were placed at ease. She...

Angela M.


Dawn Family Daycare

Dawn Family Daycare

363 Harlem Ave, Pasadena, MD

5.0

(21)

Dawn Family Daycare is a home daycare that sparks curiosity, creativity, and learning, in a secure and safe space for your little one. For your convenience and safety, we have a driveway for parking. We also have a backyard, a nap room, an art area, and a reading area to promote a comfortable...
5.0
"Nadia is awesome! She genuinely cared about my baby and made my transition back to the workforce so much easier. She sent daily reports with him and gave us advice when we was fussy after we changed his feed over to formula. I never worried about him while he...

Diane K.


Little Owlets Academy

Little Owlets Academy

22801 Ridge Road, Germantown, MD

5.0

(1)

Little Owlets Academy - early learning center with the focus on the intellectual, moral, social, emotional and physical needs of each child. Our goal is to keep the lights in your children's eyes on at all times and into their adult lives. When babies are born, their eyes are filled with so much...
5.0
"Finding the right childcare as a first time parent is a daunting task, but we couldn't have been happier at Little Owlets. So much that my child spent 4 great years at Owlets and we all cried a bit when we moved out of state and had to leave. I can't say enough...

Lauren B.


Fara Children's House

Fara Children's House

3208 Ipswich Drive, Plano, TX

5.0

(5)

Educating and taking care of your beloved children at our own home! Under supervision of certified Montessori teacher with more 20 years of experience. -We can take care of children from infants up to 13 year-old. -Warm home-made food and snacks are available. -Semi-private. -Weekdays,...
5.0
"This in-home daycare is ran by the whole family and that's exactly what it feels like there - family! Fara's was the first place I brought my newborn when I had to return to work. It was so scary leaving my 3 month old with a stranger but I had interviewed several...

Chelsey B.


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