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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.
SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER
5.0
Santa Margarita has exceeded all of our expectations. They made my 18 month old feel at home immediately even though this was his first experience with daycare. I am so grateful that he gets to have so much fun, learn so much and be cared for so well by the staff at Santa Margarita!
- Care member
Miss Debbie's Daycare
5.0
Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring, nurturing caregiver, but she has taught my children so much...doing so many activities with them daily...they never wanted to leave. We recently moved...
- Eileen T.
ALL ABOUT KIDS CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER
5.0
I have had my daughter in All About Kids for 2 years, from 8 weeks old. I love the staff at this center and how family feeling it is. I don’t think I would ever trust leaving my child another place, besides here. I love the procare app they use to update about my child throughout the day, with what...
- Candice S.
Drop-in daycares in Waukegan, IL
Cindi's Day Care
10468 West Chaney Ave., Beach Park, IL
I am a home day care provider located in Beach Park, IL. DCFS licensed for ages birth through 12 years, CPR certified in infant, child, and adult. Also first aid certified.
Lots of fun learning time, counting, colors, numbers, ABC's, site recognition as well as verbalization, puzzles and more. And...
Lil' Peanuts Play Place
38960 N. Chicago Avenue, Wadsworth, IL
Hi! My name is Beth and I have been a licensed Special Education Teacher Pre-K-21 with Early Education Endorsements. I have over 12 years of experience and have raised three beautiful and polite school-aged children of my own. I am CPR certified for infants- adults, and am also endorsed in crisis...
Kat Nap Day Care
39384 N. Queensbury Lane, Beach Park, IL
We have been offering quality child care services within the Lake County area for over 10 years. Our motto: "Setting the foundation for your child's future success!" All assistants are Adult/Child CPR & First Aid certified.
Current licensed capacity is: 12 Children.
Pending increase to capacity of:...
Banner Day Camp Inc
1225 Riverwoods Rd, Lake Forest, IL
Banner Day Camp, Inc. based in Lake Forest, IL offers Banner Beginnings, Junior Camp, Senior Camp, Tween Camp, and CIT/SIT programs. The center specializes in children ages three years to Ninth Grade. The camp aims to create the best environment for each camper and go above and beyond to ensure that...
Cheryl V
4124 B Sargo PL, Great Lakes, IL
Hello, my name is Cheryl, and I enjoy watching children. I am 33 yrs. old and a proud mom of an 11 yr. old. I have tons of experience with kids ages newborn to 12 years of age. I am offering Reliable 24 hour care- Flat rate 150.00 wk, sibling discount, All nutrition meals and snack provided,...
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.
SANTA MARGARITA CHILDRENS CENTER
1055 LAS OVEJAS, SAN RAFAEL, CA
5.0
(3)
Santa Margarita Children’s Center is a culturally inclusive center that utilizes the community to provide a safe and enriching preschool experience for children and families. In our park-like campus, children are encouraged to discover their abilities and talents while learning to respect each other...
5.0
"Our daughter loves SMCC. The teachers are outstanding, they bring so much love & joy to the school. Our daughter has made great friends & we feel lucky to be part of much a nurturing community. "
Care member
Miss Debbie's Daycare
9 Berkshire Road, West Babylon, NY
5.0
(1)
Debra Bonventre -Miss Debbie's Day Care
New York State Licensed Child Care Provider.
Member Child Care Council of Suffolk County.
OCFS Fingerprinted and Background Checked
CPR and First Aid certified.
Over 240 hours of completed Child Care Training (with ongoing training).
Miss Debbie's Day...
5.0
"Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring, nurturing caregiver, but she has taught my children so much...doing so many activities with them daily...they never...
Eileen T.
5.0
(1)
All About Kids Childcare and Learning Center, Kings Mills/Mason offers
Creative Curriculum, cameras to watch your child in the classroom and on the playground, before and after school care with transportation, Summer Camp, special events for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Trunk or Treat and...
5.0
"I have had my daughter in All About Kids for 2 years, from 8 weeks old. I love the staff at this center and how family feeling it is. I don’t think I would ever trust leaving my child another place, besides here. I love the procare app they use to update about my...
Candice S.
Tomlinson Family Child Care
2595 Atlanta Ave, Riverside, CA
5.0
(4)
Tomlinson Family Child Care is a family owned, licensed, in-home, day care provider whom has been in business for over 19 years. We are located in Riverside near Downtown, UCR and where the 215/60/91 freeways meet.
Your child/children are your most precious valuables. You can trust us to take the...
5.0
"Miss Susan and Miss Stacey were so warm and personable to work with, always helpful in a pinch, and flexible with availability. Most importantly, I could be 100% focused at work because I had no concerns about my two boys while I was away; I knew that they would be...
Tonya B.
Precious Hands Daycare Inc.
11268 Zapata Ave, San Diego, CA
5.0
(9)
We Care Daycare is a large licensed daycare with ages starting from 8 months to 7 years old. My program is set to where children can initiate learning, have fun, as well as meeting the needs of the children by providing materials that are age appropriate and individually appropriate. We help...
5.0
"Outstanding!!! My daughter absolutely enjoys going to Precious Hands Daycare. They offer a safe, nurturing and FUN environment for children. I can see with the staff's experience in early childhood development that they're promoting: cognitive, gross motor, social...
Kimberly I
Organic Growth Childcare
906 S Cerise, Mesa, AZ
5.0
(5)
Hello and thank you for taking the time to review my profile. My name is Nicole and I am a single mother to a preschool aged daughter, and for about the last three years I have been blessed to stay home with my daughter by caring for other young children in my home. As time goes on children grow and...
5.0
"Nicole is so passionate about kids and the care she offers. She provides a loving, educational, healthy and safe environment for children where they can learn and grow. My son loves going to her house and we are so grateful we found her!"
Catherine M.
Mama Bear Child Care
7212 Stonewood Dr, Huntington Beach, CA
5.0
(1)
From infantry through toddler years, Mama Bear Child Care is the quality care and companionship parents are looking for. Mama Bear Child Care is a one of a kind home daycare for your family, founded by mother and daughter Pam and Ashley. In our developmentally-based environment, your child can...
5.0
"Blooming Butterflies has taken care of my baby since I went back to work and she was 13 weeks old. She is a few weeks away from turning 1 and I have had the best experience with Pam, Ashley and their crew. I highly recommend this daycare for anyone looking for a...
Jordan R.
Peaceful Pals
215 W Garfield Ave, Glendale, CA
5.0
(1)
I opened Peaceful Pals to bring high quality child care and exemplary Early Childhood Education to my family and community. Through my Social Emotional Learning Teachings, Curated Curriculum, Exploratory Activities, Art, Music, Dance, and Celebration of Culture, I prepare my students for...
5.0
"Arwa has been looking after our 8mo daughter. We love her and the care she providers. I love that she is teaching and offering activities every day."
Rachel M
Jasmine's Home Daycare
5139 Acuna Street, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
Loving home environment with personalized care and over 20 years of experience. I am CA Licensed, CPR, Preventive Health Practices, First Aid and Nutrition Program Certified.
5.0
"My son has been going to margarita since February 2019 when he was only 4 months old and she has made it so easy to go back to work. My son gets healthy meals and snacks that Margarita makes daily and he learns new things every week. She stays in contact regularly...
Gail C.
Brandi's Childcare
1635 Wrightson Dr., McLean, VA
5.0
(2)
Hello families, my name is Brandi Smith, I m a licensed in-home childcare provider in McLean Va. with over 16 years of experience. My program is a small setting with a 1 to 6 ratio. I believe some children thrive in small setting and am happy to provide this for my families. I enjoy helping...
5.0
"Brandi took care of both of my children when they were 7 weeks old. She took care of my oldest until he was almost two and a half and he loved going to Mrs. Brandi's house each day. She provides a safe and loving environment for the children to go to everyday and...
Leslie H
Renee Zepeda Family Child Care
2493 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA
4.4
(19)
We are a home Infant toddler preschool with a nurturing staff trained in Early Childhood Education and Development (ucla).Our goal is to provide a loving trusting relationship among children and teachers in a fun learning environment promoting exploration critical thinking cooperative play.We...
5.0
"Renee and Jessica are the best! I don't know what we would do without them and the support + love they give to our lil girl. 10/10 recommend. "
Care member
Nikki's Home Child Care
2345 Halsted Ln, Aurora, IL
5.0
(4)
Hi!
My name is Nikki and I've been a stay at home mom since my first child was born 21 years ago.
I have been providing child care in my home for 20 years with reasonable rates and flexibility. In those past 20 years, I have taken care of children of 9 families and watched them grow from...
5.0
"What would we do without Nikki?! She is the surrogate mother to our two children and takes amazing care of them. She has had both of them since 12 weeks old and they love her dearly. Not once has either one of them cried when I drop them off, in fact, my older...
Rachel
Celestial Child Care
4805 Seminole Avenue, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(10)
My family child care specializes in toddlers between the ages of 1 - 4 years of age. I run a very clean and organized facility, giving loving care to my kiddies every day.
I have a state license and am CPR/FIRST AID certified. I am also under the VA Child Nutrition Inc program, which comes to...
5.0
"I have sent both of my kids to Celestial Daycare over the past 5 years and could not be happier! The space is bright, organized, and filled with many toys and activities for young ones to enjoy. The children also spend a lot of time outside on the playground. My...
Lindsey A.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Waukegan, IL
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Waukegan, IL?
Drop-in daycare near you in Waukegan, IL 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 Waukegan, IL 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 Waukegan, IL, 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 Waukegan, IL?
While drop-in daycares in Waukegan, IL 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 Waukegan, IL?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Waukegan, IL, 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!