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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.
Little Bird Child Care
5.0
Little bird is amazing. We are so grateful to have found Mazhar. We have sent 2kids here and both have flourished. Our youngest is still at little bird and we continue to be grateful to have found little bird. The kids get healthy meals made at the home everyday and they love love all the wonderful...
- Gladys M.
Irene's Childcare Home
5.0
Ms. Irene is the absolute best! I felt very comfortable leaving my daughter with her and my daughter loved going to see her. Ms. Irene has a beautiful and safe outdoor set-up that she uses with the kids, so I know that my child is getting lots of exercise and playtime while she is at Ms. Irene's....
- Caitlin K.
Cailie's Care
5.0
Cailie is amazing with my son. Not only does she give specific care and love for each child That she watches, she also takes the time to teach them. Seriously look no further!
- Larissa
Drop-in daycares in Portage, IN
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.
ABC Academy
480 West 61st Ave, Hobart, IN
ABC Academy is a school. We do not like the words "daycare". The main difference between ABC Academy and an elementary school is curriculum. We can't teach algebra to four year olds, nor can they sit that long to try. We have been in business for 14 years and educated well over a thousand children...
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.
Little Bird Child Care
3854 Birchwood Avenue, Skokie, IL
5.0
(6)
Are you looking for a safe, loving, and caring environment for your child? Are you searching for a place where your child feels comfortable, and you have a peace of mind while you are away? Little Birds Child Care is the place where your child gets one on one attention. You will receive daily...
5.0
"Little bird is amazing. We are so grateful to have found Mazhar. We have sent 2kids here and both have flourished. Our youngest is still at little bird and we continue to be grateful to have found little bird. The kids get healthy meals made at the home everyday...
Gladys M.
Irene's Childcare Home
136 King Philip Road, Seekonk, MA
5.0
(2)
Licensed child care home in Massachusetts for 37 years. Currently serving ages approximately 9 months to 3 years.
Small group. Fun learning environment, age appropriate activities.
Open 4 days, Monday- Thursday. Hours Approx. 7am - 4pm
5.0
"Ms. Irene is the absolute best! I felt very comfortable leaving my daughter with her and my daughter loved going to see her. Ms. Irene has a beautiful and safe outdoor set-up that she uses with the kids, so I know that my child is getting lots of exercise and...
Caitlin K.
Cailie's Care
5585 L St, Washougal, WA
5.0
(4)
Welcome to our warm and nurturing in-home childcare program, where we are passionate about providing a safe and stimulating environment for your little ones. Our unique approach combines a love for the great outdoors, a creative and sensory-focused preschool curriculum, and a commitment to fostering...
5.0
"Cailie is amazing. I don't trust many people with my kids but I trust her. She is patient, dependable and will love your child like her own. She has a nice safe place for kids to play and always does fun activities with them. Your child would be very safe and happy...
Amber P.
Family Child Care
12217 Morning Light Terr, Gaithersburg, MD
5.0
(6)
Home care at Amiguitos in Gaithersburg, Spanish immersion license: 254861. Personalized care for your children with the tenderness and love of the mother, in a family environment, safe and comfortable. Open from 7:30 a.m. at 5:30 p.m. We implement age-appropriate games and are in constant...
5.0
"Amigitos is a loving and nurturing daycare that makes the children feel like they are at home. We had our two preschool age children here for almost two years and our kids loved their experience. Our kids were encouraged to grown and learn -- both Spanish language...
Colleen S.
My Little Magical World Family Daycare
13008 Eloise Ave., Rockville, MD
5.0
(6)
My name is Leidy, mother of two children.
I have 6 years of experience caring for children of other families.
My goal for the Family Day Care is to provide a Home Away From Home for all children in my care.
Daycare is committed to providing your child with quality care by encouraging each child to...
5.0
"We feel very lucky to have found Leidy. She is so warm and loving with our son. She has watched him since he was four months old and he is now 21 months old. You can tell that she really loves and enjoys children. I would not hesitate to recommend her to...
JJ
Soto Family Daycare
538 Kendall Ave. Los Angeles CA 90042, Los Angeles, CA
5.0
(4)
I'm pleased to announce that I'm now open for business! I'm accepting children ranging from 6 months to 12 years of age. I work closely with Pathways and Evergreen Child Care Food Program to help facilitate affordable daycare and free healthy meals for families that qualify. Assistance with the...
5.0
"Our son has not been at Soto Family Daycare very long, but it is already obvious to us that Margaret genuinely cares about doing what's best for the children placed in her care. I highly recommend her."
Henry N.
Mini Miracles
817 Ibis Dr, Oakley, CA
5.0
(3)
Mini Miracles family Daycare @ Emerson Ranch Oakley. Mini Miracles is a loving home environment that provides personalized care.
* Safe, clean and fun
* Play-based learning
* Learning through technology
* Reading time
* Arts and Crafts
* Hot nutritious meals and snacks included
Hours of...
5.0
"I definitely recommend Mini Miracles. My son is always happy when I pick him up and that means everything. I know he's safe and loved when he's there."
Jacquelyn V.
Tee's Tots
1265 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount, NC
5.0
(3)
I provide babysitting services for up to 5 children at a time in my home. Ages: 0-5 years old.
5.0
"Tenisha's patience and attention to detail make her a great caregiver. I was very nervous about dropping my daughter off to someone but she made me feel very comfortable."
Izalia M.
Annie's Daycare
13647 Winterspoon Ln, Germantown, MD
5.0
(5)
Licensed with the Office of Childcare Services, Maryland State Department of Education.
Family daycare is open year-round from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays.
Open on evenings and weekends to be scheduled in advance for an additional cost.
The program offers full and part-time care for...
5.0
"We could not have been luckier in finding Annie to care for our son. He started with her when he was just four months old, and in her care has met all of his milestones early - definitely because of her caring, loving attention and knowledge/experience!
As a...
Care member
5.0
(2)
5.0
"They are fantastic! My son loves them as much as we do. Lots of great programs/activities ie. Scientific. Being a scientist I am just so impressed that they are introducing things like this at an early age. The staff is great! Definitely recommend! "
Lauren ..
Treasured Blessings Family Child Care Llc.
5555 Cherrybrook Road, Randallstown, MD
5.0
(1)
Treasured Blessings Family Child Care LLC. is a affordable licensed NAFCC Accredited family home that cares for children 0-20. TBFCC is open 5 days a week. Hours of care are 8:30 am- 5:30pm additional hours may be discussed with the provider for additional cost. We also offer before care, after care...
5.0
"Tanisha S.- Ms. Paige is by far the best provider I ever came across. My children have gone to her since they were born. She is patient with both the children as well as their parents. I love that she is curriculum oriented. My children learn a lot attending her...
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Happy Kids Daycare
120 Virginia Ave, Essex, MD
5.0
(1)
I offer daycare for kids of age ranging from: toddlers to 6 years old. Please contact me at: 443-301-3096
Infants & Toddlers' World Child Care
8315 Cottage St., Vienna, VA
5.0
(2)
Specialized in infants and toddlers care providing love, nurturing and safety with a learning and discovery environment and proper activities for their ages, encouraging their creativity and learning experience with parents' participation like social-emotional activities, physical, language...
5.0
"You won't find a better in-home daycare in Vienna than Infant and Toddler's World. My son has been going to Ms. Gloria's since he was four months old. In addition to the quality of care, Infants & Toddlers World is an incredibly nurturing environment and my family...
Zack C.
Bee Happy Family Day Care
31 Chestnut St, Framingham, MA
5.0
(3)
Bee Happy has openings for infants and toddlers(up to 2 1/2 y/o), our child care in home conveniently located North Framingham. Licensed since 2010, family child care program. We are part of a food program (health food for kids), and current in all trainings and licenses.
We offer Curriculum...
5.0
"Our family has been with Bee Happy Family Daycare for five years now. My oldest started when he was one and my second child is here now. My oldest even went here rather than traditional preschool. He was well ahead of his peers both in math and letter recognition...
Lauren H.
Doodlebugs
120 Saw Grass Bend, Virginia Beach, VA
4.6
(5)
It is my pleasure to give a description of the care Doodlebugs offers. I consider myself the substitute MOM. I have cared for numerous children some that have been here since infancy. Every moment is fun and amazing. I've learned over the years of being a mother of three that energy and patience is...
5.0
"Our little girl has been with Doodlebugs since July 2014. When our previous childcare provider relocated out of state, we were sure that it would be a nightmare to find someone to replace her. We couldn't have been more wrong! Mary and her assistant Kayla are...
Janet B.
The Bunny Hut
6016 Kaywood Road, Knoxville, TN
5.0
(1)
Located in South Knoxville, near Colonial Village, off of Chapman Highway. Clean, safe, home-like environment, planned activities and crafts, fenced yard, non-smoking. Parents are responsible for bringing any snacks or meals. 35+ years experience in child care. Parent references provided.
5.0
"Jo Ann is an angel. It is like paying your grandma to baby sit - she just loves the kids. My daughter is adopted and had feeding/health complications and Jo Ann was a miracle worker and so patient with her. She has been nothing short of a blessing to my family."
Leslie J.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Portage, IN
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Portage, IN?
Drop-in daycare near you in Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN, 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 Portage, IN?
While drop-in daycares in Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Portage, IN, 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!