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Recent family child care reviews in Ames, IA

Bee Happy Family Day Care

5.0

I am very grateful to have found Marcia and Cris, they are wonderful people who take care of my son with all the love and affection. They have a great space, cozy and clean and with many activities.

- Jessica

YELLOW BRICK ROAD

5.0

We have been at Yellow Brick Road Daycare since January 2021. We would give the facility 5 stars. My family moved to Highland Park during the Pandemic when childcare was going through a crisis. Yellowbrick is an institution of the town. It has been one of the longest open small businesses....

- Linda M.

My Little Magical World Family Daycare

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 anyone. She is wonderful!

- JJ

Renee Zepeda Family Child Care

5.0

We have been going to Renee and Jessica's since our son was 3 months old and have been very grateful for our experience and the care they provide. Every morning when we knock on the door, our son gets excited to see them and his friends. Renee and Jessica take lots of care to make sure they the...

- Care member

Merkamp Kidskamp

5.0

Katey is a very patient, kind and trustworthy person. She keeps the kids active and engaged in fine and gross motor activities. She has the perfect environment for a childcare.

- Karen D.

Family child care in Ames, IA

Bee Happy Family Day Care

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
"We are beyond pleased with Bee Happy Family Daycare. Our oldest daughter started at 4 months old and our second daughter at just 8 weeks old. Even with having to return to work so soon, I knew I wouldn't have to worry about either of my girls. Márcia and Christiane...

Michelle R.


YELLOW BRICK ROAD

YELLOW BRICK ROAD

15 S 3RD AVE, HIGHLAND PARK, NJ

5.0

(2)

We are proud to be serving the families in our communities for 40 years! Our established, nurturing staff will care for your child in a fun, loving and enriching environment. We offer flexible schedules for working families. YBR has a large, shaded playground and children's garden we enjoy year...
5.0
"Our children currently attend full-time daycare/nursery school at Yellow Brick Road, with our oldest starting there in October 2020. They are not only well-cared for at YBR, but have learned so much through school activities, including the weekly themes like...

Jenni S.


My Little Magical World Family Daycare

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
"Our daughter has been going to see Miss Leidy since she was 9 months old and she's about to be 2. Leidy has done a great job with transitions to regular milk, potty training and teaching her new skills. Our daughter always eats well and naps well with Leidy and...

Simmie B.


Renee Zepeda Family Child Care

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. "

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Merkamp Kidskamp

Merkamp Kidskamp

714 Beechwood Lane, Milford, OH

5.0

(3)

Hello! I am a family based child care provider and educator. I am also a licensed teacher currently working on a masters in reading education. Currently, I care for my two children, ages 6 (girl) and 8 (boy), as well as two 2 year old boys and a 2 year old girl. I am located in Milford near the 275...
5.0
"Finding Katey and using her for our childcare has been one of the best parenting decisions we've made so far. We have an almost 4 year old daughter and 14 month son and have been using Katey for almost 2 years now. She's an incredible teacher and caretaker....

Lindsey B.


Foundations Learning Academy

Foundations Learning Academy

4630 LEAP CT, HILLIARD, OH

Starting at $1140/mo

5.0

(2)

Inspire. Love. Care. Kids are AWESOME. Born uniquely different, we aspire to help each child grow into the best possible versions of themselves.
5.0
"Has one child attending with them for 5 months now, love the staff and trust them and they were great in the beginning transition and we feel safe with them. They also have a great learning environment for the kids. They have a great level of communication and well...

Adam R.


Mrs. Amber's Child Care

Mrs. Amber's Child Care

5741 W Boulder Creek Rd, West Jordan, UT

5.0

(3)

Hello! I promise you will love my home based licensed family child care! We do lots of fun activities like crafts, music time, outdoor time, pajama days, picnics, show n tell, water days, and holiday parties! CPR and First Aid certified. Great outdoor and indoor play area, in a great neighborhood as...
5.0
"Amber is THE best. My daughter has gone to her for 3 years and she will soon be caring for my infant son. Amber cares about the kids and treats them as if they are her own. She provides all meals/snacks, crafts, swim days, pajama day, show & tell plus fun...

Siara B


Twinkle Little Star

Twinkle Little Star

16742 Osborne Street, Northridge, CA

4.7

(3)

We are Licensed for 14 children (Large Family Child Care) (LIC# 197493372). Child Care located in an upscale residential neighborhood in Northridge, CA. We are CPR AED, First Aid and EMSA certified. We primarily cater to children 1 month to 6 years of age. We are close to the 405, 118 and 5...
4.0
"Our daughter went to Twinkle Little Star Child Care from 6 months-2 years old. Shamalee is patient, caring, gracious and kind with the kids in her care. She provides lunch and snacks, a schedule/routine, early education, potty training, and plenty of play. Our...

Aleta L.


A Step Above Day Care

A Step Above Day Care

11401 Harding Road, Laurel, MD

5.0

(1)

I have been a nanny to a local family for two years. Recently I decided to expand my business and I am now licensed by the state of Maryland as a family child care provider (this includes CPR/First Aid certification and SIDS training). My home has been in my family for 100 years and my mother...
5.0
"Great, Knowable carring place, send your children here. I highly recommend. Arts and crafts, story tI me and tons of activities for all ages from babies to toddlers and middle aged children. Breakfast, snakes and lunch provides for the go time crunching!"

Heniek W


Angela's Little Hands Home Child Care

Angela's Little Hands Home Child Care

2 Issacs Way, Forest Hill, MD

5.0

(11)

I have professionally been caring for children in my home for 25 years. I am currently licensed with the state of Maryland. Over the years, I've been a Licensed Family Child Care Provider (FCC) for the military along with being state licensed. I hold many hours of certifications and CEU training...
5.0
"Angela is fantastic! You will never find anyone who will compare to Angela, she is irreplaceable to my family! She is so wonderful with the children and to the parent's, she shows interest in my family and genuinely cares about the children in her care! She has a...

Mandy


Yedidya Family Child Care

Yedidya Family Child Care

105 Hannes Street, Silver Spring, MD

5.0

(8)

We provide child care for children starting from infants up to six years of age. We will start operating on June 11, 2018.
5.0
"The owner is warm, caring, and loves children. She is very enthusatic about providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment in her home."

Shaka


Infant Toddler Family Day Care

Infant Toddler Family Day Care

11166 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA

4.3

(17)

Looking for Quality Child Care? Infant Toddler Family day Care (ITFDC) is a network of professional child care educators with a commitment to the principle that learning begins at birth. We support the emotional, social and intellectual development of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and...
5.0
"We had a phenomenal experience with ITFDC. This was my first child and time using daycare. Her caregiver, Victoria, took wonderful care of her. It was just my daughter and ranging from 1-3 other children. I loved that she was able to get individual attention. She...

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BUSY BLOSSOMS

BUSY BLOSSOMS

60 Barrett Drive, WEBSTER, NY

Starting at $2200/mo

5.0

(3)

Our Mission: More Than the Standard of Care At Busy Blossoms LLC, we’re dedicated to going beyond the standard of care for children, families, and staff. We create a nurturing environment where children thrive through a well-rounded curriculum tailored to infants through pre-K, led by skilled and...
5.0
"We have been beyond thrilled with Busy Blossoms daycare. The staff is all so loving and caring of the children. They work diligently to plan interesting and exciting daily activities that meet the children's developmental levels. The building is absolutely...

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P-O Family Child Care

P-O Family Child Care

1931 Chevychase Dr, Brea, CA

5.0

(2)

This is a small family orientated child care. We keep it private and make children feel at home like part of the family. Max children we will take is 5 unless there are siblings involved. Lunches and breakfast and snack provide all organic home cooked food. Very flexible with pricing and hours. I...
5.0
"Laura is one of the kindest and sweetest ladies I have ever met. My daughter has been going to this daycare since she was 6 months and we can not be more pleased. My daughter is so advance and the best part is that she is fulent in Spanish and English. Laura is...

Anastasia W.


Ball Of Fun Childcare

Ball Of Fun Childcare

10289 Wimbledon Place, Waldorf, MD

5.0

(17)

We are a Licensed Home Daycare in Waldorf, MD. Our main focus is quality of care for your child. We are excited about caring for your child and hope to become the setting your child is excited to return to each day!!!! New tutoring service just added, as well!!!!
5.0
"We absolutely love Ball of Fun! Mrs. Genesis and Mr. O are just amazing. Our son Zac is learning so much. His speech is developing rapidly (English and Spanish) and he has so much fun. He can't wait to tell us about his day when we pick him up and he's always eager...

Brandy B.


Vardanyan Family Child Care

Vardanyan Family Child Care

320 West Lexington Dr., Glendale, CA

5.0

(4)

Vardanyan Family Child Care offers full time child care services Mondays through Fridays from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm to infants and toddlers. Vardanyan Family Child Care is a family owned child care with an emphasis on the individual child's overall well being and development through playing, music,...
5.0
"Vardanyan Family Child Care has been an absolute godsend to our family. We have had both of our children with them now for several years and they have been integral to our children thriving, learning, growing, and becoming wonderful human beings. Marine and Karine...

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Danika's Home Childcare

Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista, Irvine, CA

4.6

(17)

I have over 25 years of experience working in the childcare environments, Corporate, non-profit, and family day care. I loved what I did in the education/child care field; but wanted to take what I truly enjoyed doing down to a smaller scale. When the opportunity came in 2013, I said good-bye to the...
5.0
"We drive 45 minutes round trip at pick up and drop off just so we can feel safe knowing our daughter is with Danika instead of choosing a closer location. At no point have I ever worried about her or felt anything short of confident in Danika's abilities. Our...

Atondo


Lynda's Family Day Care, Llc

Lynda's Family Day Care, Llc

4502 Sir Woodburn Way, Clinton, MD

3.7

(3)

Lynda's Family Child Care provides high quality childcare in an educational and nurturing setting akin to the child's home. We provide a stimulating learning environment that offers opportunities to interact with their peers in a developmentally appropriate atmosphere, which is hospitable to...
5.0
"Gm my name is Mrs Sharon Jones when I first meet with Mrs Lynda Jones, she was very Professional and Polite she let me know exactly what there were going to be doing She has a hands on dealing with each and every child daily I am very pleased that I choose this...

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Para Childcare

Para Childcare

1308 Charleston Dr, Allen, TX

5.0

(1)

Permit Number: 1687219 My name is Parastoo. I'm 40 years old and have 10 years of child care experience. I've completed all required child care certifications as listed below: 1.Orientation and safety training. 2.Child care health safety and nutrition. 3.Abusive head trauma (Shaking baby...
5.0
"Great environment for kids to learn and grow. The staff is always looking for ways to improve the operations and ensure parents and kids are priority.teacher are so wonderful and careful for kids.its really nice place for kids."

Nusrate


Hickenbottom Family Day Care Home

Hickenbottom Family Day Care Home

3557 Shadow Ct, Perris, CA

4.3

(6)

Hickenbottom Family Child Care: 951-269-3074. About us: Hickenbottom Family Child Care is an established daycare provider that has been licensed since 1991. We maintain a healthily, growing, loving and caring environment. When your child is in our care, they are considered to be one of our...
5.0
"I Highly recommend Hickenbotton daycare Ms. Mimi goes above and beyond I could never thank her enough for what she's done to help out with my family. She will always be considered family to us. Thank you so much Ms. Mimi we are so grateful we met you."

Ryan C


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