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Aunt Essie's Child Care

5.0

Essie and Rocky provide extraordinary dedication and care. My daughter just turned 1 and has been attending since she was 9 weeks old. As a parent who has never had a child in daycare I will admit I was very nervous, but the love they showed my daughter will never go unnoticed. They sent me pictures...

- Care member

Christian Kiddie Kare

5.0

Really sweet people! Nice clean place. My kids didn't want to leave.

- Lakenya B.

Kids Kollege

4.0

My son went there for about 2 years and the girls that work there were wonderful!

- Amanda N.

Drop-in daycares in Portage, IN

Open Arms Daycare

Open Arms Daycare

6972 Prairie Run Ave, Portage, IN

Depending on your family's schedule, our Full-Time Program might be the right fit for you. No matter what your child needs, our program will provide the support and tools necessary for optimal growth. So excited to hear from you soon.

Harris Academy Day Care Center

Harris Academy Day Care Center

2877 Sunset St, Portage, IN

Our home daycare facility is committed to providing a safe atmosphere that promotes growth through love, confidence, encouragement, and excellent teaching. Your child will be treated with respect and love. We also provide updates throughout the day to inform you of how your precious little one is...

Earlybird Daycare

6990 Eisenhower Ave, Portage, IN

Accepting Applications for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. I offer a variety of learning experiences for the children that will enhance their learning growth as well as motor growth. I have been in the business of early childhood education for approximately 8 years. With a BS in Public Health...

Lighthouse Cares

5514 Mulberry Ave, Portage, IN

Loving flexible child care provided for your children in my home! I am a Christian parent and I am looking to provide a safe haven for your children and be a blessing for you and them. I will drop off and pick up for school and home if needed. Please contact me for more information about my...

Every Child Counts

5300 Evergreen Avenue, Portage, IN

State Licensed Provider, Paths to Quality Level 1 Provder, Participant in CACFP Federal Food Program, CPR &First Aid Certified, CCDF Provider, Experienced Caregiver, Former Pre-K, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade Teacher. Open 6:00AM until midnight, Monday through Friday

Aunt Essie's Child Care

Aunt Essie's Child Care

808 Concord Rd, Valparaiso, IN

4.7

(14)

Childcare - 24 / 7 availability - Normal hours 6am - 5 pm Porter County/Liberty Twp. Please see the reviews at the bottom of this profile. Provider Experience: Was Licensed with State of PA Home Child Care for 23 years, before relocating to Indiana in 2009, and have been caring for...
5.0
"We love this place and so do our children! Essie and Rocky are very nurturing, loving, caring, and dependable people. Our son and daughter have both been going here since they were babies (they are now almost 4 and 8 months) and we couldn't ask for a better...

Brad S.


Christian Kiddie Kare

Christian Kiddie Kare

4054 Kentucky Street, Gary, IN

5.0

(1)

Christian Kiddie Kare is a home daycare in the Gary area. We are state licensed with a trained and certified staff. We provide Free hot nutritious meals, daily curriculum and quality care when your not there in a warm and loving atmosphere. We except infants 6 weeks-12 years of age. No registration...
5.0
"Really sweet people! Nice clean place. My kids didn't want to leave."

Lakenya B.


G&k Care

G&k Care

1487 N Brummitt Rd, Chesterton, IN

Hello my name is Kayley, I'm a mom of 2 and was inspired to open up my home to help other working parents find a space they can feel comfortable leaving their little ones in. As a mom who felt like she had to quit her job after reading so many stories about neglectful babysitters and caregivers, I...

Miranda's In Home Daycare

Miranda's In Home Daycare

127 S 15th St Chesterton IN, Chesterton, IN

I am offering In Home Daycare services. I will be keeping my ratios very low to ensure the children in my care get the attention that they need and deserve. An added bonus to the low ratios is that we will not be cooped in the the house all day, we will go on outings to the parks, splash pads, fun...

Kids Kollege

700 North Waverly Rd, Porter, IN

4.0

(1)

Home Daycare setting, we provide breakfast, lunch and snacks. We offer preschool and kindergarten readiness activities. We are state licensed with a combined 10+ years of experience.
4.0
"My son went there for about 2 years and the girls that work there were wonderful!"

Amanda N.


Little Sprouts Child Care

389 E 1500 N, Chesterton, IN

Offering child care from 6am-4:30pm with many activities, healthy meals and fun experiences.

Our Little Beans Daycare (licensed, In Home)

Our Little Beans Daycare (licensed, In Home)

3804 Colbourne St., Hobart, IN

GRAND RE-OPENING JANUARY 2024! Our Little Bean's Daycare believes that all children have individual personalities and uniqueness. We embrace and love each child as our own. We ensure to establish individual and personal relationships with each and every child. We believe that all children learn...

The Caring Mom

The Caring Mom

916 N. County Line Rd. Apt F, Gary, IN

I am a mother of 3 beautiful children, two girls and one boy all under the age of 12. I am a certified substitute teacher for Hobart Schools, however School Is Out for SUMMER! I have gone threw training in order to substitute teach in schools and have a clean background. I live in miller, a block...

Kids Rock Childcare

542 Riviera Rd., Valparaiso, IN

My 20 year old daughter and I are opening a childcare in our home. We are starting for our first day on Monday, May 5th, 2014. We have taken childcare courses and have a great sized downstairs area for the kids to play in. We have very reasonable rates and are very flexible on our hours and rates....

NJP

1063 Oak Trail Dr, Chesterton, IN

Hello, I'm a 28 year old happily married mother of 2; both boys, ages 3 and 6. We have a big, lazy boxer named Brody. He and T. are best friends. Our home is smoke free, alcohol free and drug free. We are a Christian family so we do not cuss or have compromising actions. I have nothing to do with...

Double Kiddie Care

Double Kiddie Care

619 Merganser Dr., Hobart, IN

Mother and daughter duo here to provide NWI with a unique, distinctive, and small setting childcare service. Together we have 10+ years of professional nanny experience. Feel free to look at our individual profiles at your convenience: Joan B/Laura B. Our goal is to provide reliable, trustworthy,...

Discovery Camps

3210 Campbell St, Valparaiso, IN

Discovery Day Camp offers theme-based summer camp programs for school-age children. Located in Valparaiso, Indiana, the company admits kindergarten and first to sixth grade elementary students. The company’ mission is to provide children with a well-rounded camping experience that supports the...

Kaitlin Home

6301 Osage Rd, Valparaiso, IN

My name is Kaitlin Loehmer. I'm a mother of two looking to take on a couple of kids in my home to watch. My son is 2 and my daughter is 6 weeks old. While pregnant with both children I worked at Growing Kids in Chesterton. I worked in the infant room up to the after school room. I am CPR certified,...

Globe Star, LLC

621 Broadway, Chesterton, IN

All scenarios and oppritunities

Kiddie Drop Zone

413 E 1200 N, Chesterton, IN

Home daycare with large indoor and outdoor play area. Flexible hours. Lesson planning for a range of ages. Experienced caregiver.

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