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Rita's Family Day Care
5.0
Rita has raised both my kids from the time they were little babies. She is a wonderful loving woman who takes care of your child like it is her own. I am very grateful to have had Rita raise my children. She not only took care of them but also taught them age appropriate behavior. They both...
- Ana S.
Danika's Home Childcare
5.0
Danika started to take care my baby when he was 5Months Old. I am a first time mom and did all my daycare visits and glad that we found her. She's really sweet and caring to my baby, My baby never had a diaper rash under her care.I like it when they do outdoor plays and my baby can experience...
- R. B
Mrs. Amber's Child Care
5.0
Amber has been great for our son. She helped potty train and has been great to work with. The pajama day, show and tell and swim days have been so fun for him.
- Beckie R
Patty Cake Child Care
5.0
What an awesome daycare. Patty is awesome with our son and we feel blessed to have found her. Great meal plans and activities for all the kids!. We highly recommend patty.
- Frank G.
Debbie S.
5.0
Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any hesitation!
- Samantha T.
Family daycares in Ava, MO
Rita's Family Day Care
3 Dogwood Court, East Brunswick, NJ
5.0
(2)
My family day care is a warm, happy and loving environment. I have been providing day care for children in my home since 1990, so I have a strong understanding of what children and parents need. I am also a mother of 2 daughters, ages 29 and 32, and a grandmother of 2 beautiful grandchildren. For...
5.0
"I am Rita's daughter, so I will obviously be biased in what I say here :) But I cannot speak highly enough of my mother's day care. She has run her business extremely well and for nearly 25 years, and all through word of mouth referrals and happy customers. She...
Malika B.
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
"Danika has been watching our son for a year now and we absolutely love how she is with him and how quickly she was able to accommodate our needs as they changed multiple times throughout the year. I would definitely recommend her to anyone."
Ashleigh R.
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 has been great for our son. She helped potty train and has been great to work with. The pajama day, show and tell and swim days have been so fun for him."
Beckie R
Patty Cake Child Care
5110 Talleyrand Trail, Loves Park, IL
5.0
(1)
Licensed home day care with full time openings to provide a warm, safe, loving and friendly atmosphere where your child can be actively involved in a world that is full of wonder and new discoveries. Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PattyCakeChildCare/ Besides being an energetic Mother, I...
5.0
"What an awesome daycare. Patty is awesome with our son and we feel blessed to have found her. Great meal plans and activities for all the kids!. We highly recommend patty."
Frank G.
Debbie S.
1 Clarendon Hills Road, Clarendon Hills, IL
4.9
(9)
*All day care
*Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up
*Date nights/over nights
*CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK*
My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...
5.0
"Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any...
Samantha T.
Jaycare (facility #334845355)
438 Lassa Way, Perris, CA
5.0
(2)
Jay Care is a Licensed/ CPR Certified Family Child Care that is in-home based located in Perris, CA. We provide a loving, smoke free, pet free, safe environment designed to assist your little one with growth and learning. It is our goal to help your little one build new healthy friendships, through...
5.0
"As a parent, I entrust my greatest blessing to the staff at JayCare every day, and I am grateful for the loving care and guidance he receives. My child has learned so much and continues to share with me the great activities that go on each day at "school!" A...
Karin M.
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
"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...
Linda M.
Shaw Family Home Child Care And Preschool
891 Cedar Circle, Tavares, FL
5.0
(1)
Philosophy: As a family child care provider, my goal is to provide a safe and happy environment for each child that will stimulate their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth at their own pace. I offer loving care that focuses on each child as a unique and wonderful individual and in...
5.0
"Based on an extremely positive recommendation, we chose Shaw Family Day Care and Preschool. This was a great choice as the Shaws provide fun, positive, learning activities for the children. Our daughter is very happy and learning so much. We are thankful we...
F. S
Gilbert's Family Daycare
9131 Mr. Lincoln Ct., Orlando, FL
5.0
(2)
I am a State of Florida registered family day care provider DCF ID # R09OR1450. I provide childcare in my home. The families that I have provided child care services to have stayed with me an average of 4 years to 12 years.
My college major was Elementary and Special Education. I have 21 years...
5.0
"Both my children was fortunate enough to spend 2 years with Christine from about 1 years old until pre-school. She not only offered them a loving and safe environment away from home but she gave them a second home. She was an addition to our household, enforcing...
Ansa
Puddleduck Farm Daycare
1N026 La Fox Rd, Lafox, IL
5.0
(1)
A unique opportunity to have your children cared for by a seasoned British Nanny/Daycare provider. I have over 25 years of childcare experience, I am a 200 hour registered children's yoga teacher and I hold a Law Degree from England.
I offer a unique farm setting, with an in-house yoga studio,...
5.0
"This place is amazing! The loving care my children (and our whole family) got here is truly unlike any other childcare situation we have experienced. From Shelley's fun and gentle demeanor, to the wide range of indoor and outdoor activities available, my children...
Lisa H.
North Star Family Day Care
36827 Pictor Ave, Murrieta, CA
5.0
(2)
Hello, My name is Mrs. Dalia and I have over 14 years experience teaching Preschool in the Inland Empire. I recently moved to the beautiful city of Murrieta, and opened North Star Family Day Care January, 2017. My passion is working with preschool age children and will continue to teach a preschool...
5.0
"Mrs. Dalia is a wonderful, kind and patient preschool teacher. She is very knowledgeable & makes learning fun. Her family daycare has a classroom setting & is very clean. My kids always learn, feel safe & comfortable under her care, I absolutely recommend Mrs....
Karina J
Distinguished Home Day Care
Mary Lakes Estates, Country Club Hills, IL
5.0
(1)
I offer professional Child Care in my home. Weekdays and Weekend hours available. We are OPEN on School Holidays and Federal Holidays. We offer drop in service for Date nights or to run errands. We also offer extended evening hours for 2nd shift workers! Family discounts available for siblings....
5.0
"Great Service, beautiful home. My kids love being there! They take trips and do lots of activities with them!"
Erin L.
Little Acorns Daycare Inc.
21 Acorn Road, Brewster, NY
5.0
(2)
Hello parents,
I would like to introduce you to Little Acorns Daycare, a NYS licensed home based daycare program. A "home away from home" for your little ones to grow and thrive. At Little Acorns, we follow both traditional teaching philosophies but also integrate topics of interest from the...
5.0
"My daughter has attended Little Acorns for the past 2 years. It is amazing to see how much she has blossomed and learned in this time. She loves going to "school", loves her friends and teachers."
Cynthia D.
Michele's T.L.C. Day Care
1315 Riesling Ct., Morgan Hill, CA
5.0
(1)
I am a professional caregiver, CPR, preventive Health & Safety and IHSS CERTIFIED. I have been in the caring business for the last 30 years+.
I have relocated my business to Morgan Hill and am now ready to meet new families in need of daycare.
Please feel free to contact me on my cell phone,...
5.0
"Warm and welcoming, my husband and I could go to work and not worry ever"
Michele M.
Randall Family Child Care Home
352 Misty Oaks Run, Casselberry, FL
5.0
(10)
I have been running a state registered Family Child Care Home for 31 years. I am CPR and first aid certified and have had hundreds of hours of training, as required by law. I have worked for many attorneys, prosecutors, teachers and medical professionals over the years and I have excellent...
5.0
"Miss Wanda took awesome care of both our children from birth until pre-kindergarten. Miss Wanda is very caring and the children love her very much. She provided daily written reports on how the child did that day. I would highly recommend Miss Wanda. As soon as I...
Susan C
Blue Star Home Daycare
17 Birchwood Avenue, Longmeadow, MA
4.6
(20)
Blue Star Home Day Care provides active, playful learning and development for newborns through their preschool years. We offer active attention and loving care. Two state-certified assistants support the lead educator throughout the day. Our learning environment is stimulating and includes fun,...
5.0
"Just check out the photos and you'll see the smiling faces of happy and well-cared for children! Love this place."
Mary S.
Four Corners Family Childcare
4917 Buffalo Drive SE, Salem, OR
5.0
(1)
I am a very optimistic and energetic professional Care.com nanny of 17 years. My goal is to continue to be a SPECTACULAR nanny. My ultimate goal that I am looking for is not to be just an employee of the family but to become an extra helping hand part of the family and help make their family...
5.0
"The care is outstanding. I am the Nana of a Lil one coming here and I never have a fear of leaving him. He is always fed and changed and it's notated every time in the journal. The caregiver is safety, cleanliness. We get pictures throughout the day of what he is...
Molly I
Serena's Smiling Sun
3286 Mercer Lane, San Diego, CA
5.0
(24)
Serena's Smiling Sun is a Licensed Family Childcare/Daycare located in San Diego, UTC/UC area, California (License # 376628111). It provides care for children newborn to 4 years of age, 5 days a week (or even 2 or 3 days a week. I also accept a daily drop-in if I have availability) from 8:00 AM to...
5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Serena’s Smiling Sun daycare for our daughter, who started there when she was around 8 months old. Serena is truly wonderful with the children; her kindness and dedication are unparalleled. We cannot recommend her...
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Love Of Learning Childcare
8547 White Egret Way, Lake Worth, FL
4.8
(19)
Love of Learning Center is a licensed family childcare home, located in the western part of Lake Worth, opened from 7:30 AM-6:00 PM. 7 AM start is an option if needed. Half day is also an option. I hold a BS in Child Development and 17+ years of experience as an educator. While in my care...
5.0
"Love of learning is the best!! My nephew was in Ms. Hope's care for a few years thrived! Ms. Hope is absolutely amazing and my nephew loved going everyday. I definitely would recommend this place for any parent looking for a great daycare!"
Dana B.
Loving Arms Family Day Home
2701 Neabsco Common Place Apt 437, Woodbridge, VA
5.0
(1)
After caring for infants for 12 years in State Licensed Day cares, I am opening my home for care August 07, 2017. I love to hold, play, talk to and sing to little ones in my care. I love to read to little ones and tell them sweet stories. I believe it is most important for infants to know that...
5.0
"My Name is Sherry Nae and I am a Program Director and Co-Owner of Christian Child Care Inc. in Chesterfield, Va. Mrs. Molud Muqadam has worked for me for over 3 years. She comes to the Woodbridge area with many wonderful references from families in my daycare. Her...
Joy G.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Ava, MO
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Ava, MO?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Ava, MO, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Ava, MO is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Ava, MO, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Ava, MO?
When choosing family daycare near you in Ava, MO, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.