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Debbie's Daycare
5.0
Finding Debbie was a godsend for our family. After visiting multiple (seriously, like 9?) corporate and privately-run daycares, I was extremely disappointed and frankly a bit scared about sending my son out into the world. I still don't know how we got so lucky to stumble across this clean, safe,...
- Claudia R.
Munchkin Toyland
5.0
Nancy was so amazing I am so sad that she moved my daughter loved her and still talks about her till this day.
- ADI B
Children Are A Blessing Childcare
5.0
Rose is great with our one year old. He settled in very well. It's hard to be at work and wondering what's going on with your child, but she sends lots of pictures and updates, which helps tremendously! He's also become a much better napper since he entered her care. Definitely recommend!
- Erin O.
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.
Tori's Tots
5.0
Tori's Tots was a great help not only to our little one, but also to us as new parents. We could always see how she was learning new things and they kept us up to date with how things were going with her every day. On top of everything they reached out to all their families when Texas ice storms...
- Nicolette E.
Drop-in daycares in Thornton, CA
Debbie's Daycare
880 Timber Pass, Downingtown, PA
5.0
(9)
I am an experienced mother that has been providing daycare for over 26 years in my home! I have raised two children of my own that are now in college and have years of experience with all ages of children. My home is a loving, safe environment for children to grow and have fun! We go outside...
5.0
"Finding Debbie was a godsend for our family. After visiting multiple (seriously, like 9?) corporate and privately-run daycares, I was extremely disappointed and frankly a bit scared about sending my son out into the world. I still don't know how we got so lucky...
Claudia R.
Munchkin Toyland
6130 N.W. Olympic View LN., Silverdale, WA
5.0
(3)
Hi there, My name is Nancy and I recently moved to the Silverdale area from Seattle. In Seattle, I ran a well known licensed in-home daycare for 25 years. I have decided to semi-retire and downsize the daycare. I am currently taking care of a couple toddlers in my new in-home daycare located in...
5.0
"I love Munchkin Toyland! Nancy is the best! My daughter has been going there since 18 months old and every morning she runs right in. Since she has been there she talks more clearly and can say her ABC's!"
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Children Are A Blessing Childcare
5338 Holley Oak Ln, Fredericksburg, VA
4.9
(18)
***22407 at Lee's Parke Community***
******** I will have one spot available starting August 2022********
*** I Prefer Text or e-mail when contacting me for first time!
I have been bless to have had the opportunity to help families provide supervision and care for their children. One of...
5.0
"Rose has been a god send! I work a very crazy schedule and need assistance on the weekends starting very early in the morning (8am on a Saturday) and lasting sometimes very late into the evening. She's been very patient with us (I have a tendency to be rather...
Hillary P.
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.
Tori's Tots
4608 Richmond Ave, Austin, TX
5.0
(14)
Our Motto is "Where hearts shape little minds." Tori's Tots (aka TT's) is an intimate Licensed Child Care Home. TT's caters to newborns and the youngest of toddlers. We provide positive guidance with a structured routine and lots and lots of love. With a heavy influence on a play-based program,...
5.0
"Tori's Tots was a great help not only to our little one, but also to us as new parents. We could always see how she was learning new things and they kept us up to date with how things were going with her every day. On top of everything they reached out to all their...
Nicolette E.
Star Child 4 Kids
11156 Forest Edge Dr, Reston, VA
5.0
(8)
Star Child 4 kids is a wonderful home base family owned and family focused child care facility in North Reston.
Smoke and Pet free environment .
Located off North Shore Dr. close to the Wiehle Silver line Reston metro.
We strive to meet each child need by providing a comfortable setting for both...
5.0
"Ms. Alison is a terrific childcare provider. Highly experienced and truly knowledgeable about children. She is so loving towards my 17 month old son and helped us with everything from sleep training to helping him learn to walk and meeting all of his milestones....
Natalie A.
Daffodils Child Care
7814 Seth Hampton Dr, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(21)
My Name is Muna Barkhadle
Leaving your young infant with someone you don't know can be a difficult and nerve-racking decision to make.
As more children enter child-care in the early, tender years of infancy, the continuity of care between home and
outside care is very important for the young child....
5.0
"My daughter has been attending for the past four months and she has learned so much since going here. The facility is nice, and Mrs. Muna and Eman are awesome! I'll recommend anyone in need of a daycare for their child."
Cindy
The Kingdom Of Children Llc
118 N French St, Alexandria, VA
4.6
(22)
Welcome to the Family Day Home "The Kingdom of Children LLC."
My name is Maria and I am a state licensed childcare provider in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I can tell you that I'm not only the director and provider of my Family Day home, but also I have a lot of professional experience in early...
5.0
"Ms Maria, Ms Olga, and Ms Rosa have been great with my 2 yr old and 1 yr old. Both have been here since they were about 4 months old. My daughter walks up to the door every morning smiling and seems genuinely happy to see everyone. Both my kids are thriving and...
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Little Lotus Kids Day Care
3318 Amaryllis Cir, San Ramon, CA
5.0
(1)
NOW ENROLLING!!
Little Lotus Kids Day Care is licensed by the State of California to serve 8 children between the ages of 2 and 8. We are located in Gale Ranch neighborhood close to Coyote Creek Elementary School, San Ramon. I have previous work experience and passionate in taking care of...
5.0
"My Daughter Started going to Little Lotus daycare when she was 11 months Old. Usha is so meticulous, has great time management and provides the best quality care for your child. She will always give the list of all what your child did and ate at the end of the day....
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Ani's Happy Childcare
710 Roselli Street, Burbank, CA
5.0
(2)
We are a licensed family daycare with excellent site visits and feedback from parents and state located in heart of Burbank, CA. I have worked at high schools and Glendale district for over 20 years. We are open Monday- Friday from 7AM-6PM. Part-time and full-time children are welcome. For further...
5.0
"It's always clean and They are amazing I have absolutely zero concerns."
Jenny
Glen Echo Family Day Care
6832 Tulip Hill Ter, Bethesda, MD
5.0
(9)
Glen Echo Family Day Care is a licensed in home Family Day Care in the state of Maryland. We are licensed to care for no more than eight children at any one time. We are inspected regularly to ensure that licensing standards are met.
We believe that children excel when they have providers they can...
5.0
"We love Glen Echo Family Daycare!!! The indoor space is absolutely beautiful and incredibly clean. It is stocked with all kinds of toys and areas for play. The outdoors is also spacious and immaculately kept. But most importantly: the teachers are incredibly kind,...
Lara J.
Parvin's Day Care
626 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA
5.0
(2)
Parvin is a licensed Day Care dedicated to bringing your child exceptional quality care in a comfortable home environment. Children receive two organic meals each day and they are encouraged to learn on a daily basis. Activities include, arts and crafts, physical exercises, among other things. I...
5.0
"My 18 month old grandson loves Parvin. Every day when I pick him up, he gives her kisses goodbye. She doesn't just keep the baby safe, clean and fed. She nurtures him. You can see it in their interactions. I have three grown children of my own, and I wish I'd had...
Tracy H
The Secret Garden Preschool And Daycare
4749 Cameron Ranch Drive, Carmichael, CA
5.0
(2)
OPEN ENROLLMENT NOW! Part Time and Full Time available.
Give your child a Golden Education on an affordable budget!
At Secret Garden Preschool and Daycare, we are ambitious, reliable, and dedicated to produce with guidance. Our goals are to give a head start with a high level of education to our...
5.0
"The children have TRUST,FAITH & SUCCESS in all they do and learn at
The Secret Garden Preschool ! :)"
Marissa D.
Akiko's Care
10519 Williams St, Northglenn, CO
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Akiko Strock and I am a professional and experienced and certified in first aid and CPR. I provide care for families in my home with a small number of kids. The childcare I provide is my own business and I provide tight book keeping of all payments and provide families with that...
5.0
"Akiko has been watching my daughter since she was about 6 months old (for about 4 years). My work schedule changes quite a bit, and Akiko has always been flexible about our changing child care needs. My kiddo gets so excited when she "gets to go to Akiko's house"....
Stephanie C.
Carol's Child Care
8281 Priestley Dr, Reynoldsburg, OH
4.9
(7)
I have been providing childcare in my home for 13 years and I love what I do. Stable, Married with Children and Grandchildren. Experienced, young at heart, loves to get down on the floor and play with the kids. Watched infants, premature infants, twins and triplets. Non-smoker, first aid certified...
5.0
"Carol watched both of my children for about a year or so. She went above and beyond with helping out when needed. I could not have had a better babysitter for my children. My kids loved going to her house. We hated moving away because we had to lose a great...
Heather C.
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 is a wonderful caretaker. She is very responsive to drop-in care."
Tenisha M.
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
"This is such an amazing daycare my son looks forward to going everyday with a smile on his face!! This is such a warm loving environment my son is treated with such love and care and loves their family and gets along so well with the children here I highly...
Jennifer W.
Miss Pam Of Plainfield - In-home Care
23229 W Leach Drive, Plainfield, IL
5.0
(10)
Hello!
My name is Pam and I would love to meet your part-time (recurring) or occasional back-up child-care needs in my Plainfield home on any Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday! Most in-home child-care providers will accept only full-time, M-F children, but I am unique, and I specialize in...
5.0
"Our two sons (4yoa & 18 months) have been going to Pam since they were 1 and 4 months old. Pam has been welcoming since our very 1st meeting and has been very accommodating to my ever changing work schedule. She makes sure the kids are are always keeping busy with...
Anthony H.
Gina's Fun House
11320 Highland Drive S., Plainfield, IL
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Gina. I am an experienced Plainfield childcare provider that provides childcare services for a small setting of children in my loving home. I am able to give individual attention to each child that comes into my home and much more. I work very closely with each parent to ensure...
5.0
"When I moved to Plainfield in 2009, I was referred to Gina to use as a sitter for my 2 children. Best decision I made. I had interviewed several places and I felt the most comfortable leaving my kids with Gina. Not only was her home impeccably clean, but my...
Pam
New Beginning Daycare
14326 Cypress St, San Leandro, CA
5.0
(3)
New Beginning Daycare is offering exceptional childcare services to families with children under 5 years of age. We offer a preschool curriculum that is bilingual (Spanish) for those over two years of age. We also offer flexible schedules, home cooked meals, sibling discounts, and many more. Please...
5.0
"This facility is amazing. Is small, cozy, welcoming, and very clean. Our daughter looks forward to coming to daycare every day. Staff is experienced and genuine. It is easy to communicate about your childs day. No screen policy. Good food. Very flexible with...
Alley W
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Thornton, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Thornton, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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 Thornton, CA?
While drop-in daycares in Thornton, 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 Thornton, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Thornton, 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!