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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...
"Alison is an awesome and caring professional childcare provider! She did an excellent job with late-night babysitting my 3-month-old boy. I would definitely hire her again!"
Tikia R.
4.5
(8)
Welcome to Highland Family Day Care
HIGHLAND FAMILY DAY CARE had been dedicated to providing unmatched quality day care to residents of Fall River MA. and communities beyond. We continue to offer affordable rates to families in our community,so that they do not have to travel far from home to...
School type:
In-Home daycare
"I have had the pleasure for over 11years to have Highland Daycare as an extended part of our family. As my journey with them began with my son who is now 11 years old and is still able to attend the after school program. Which helps me tremendously with all that...
Ramona F.
5.0
(6)
Nahom Family Child Care is a home base, licensed day care that provide care from new born to 12 years old. My focus is to love and care in a clean atmosphere, to educate and provide balance nutrient meal throughout the day. The day care is open from 6am to 6pm. I am certified in CPR, First Aid,...
"When looking for daycare. None comes better than Nahom's Family Child care. Our experience with this daycare has been fantastic. Mrs. Shelly is a kind and gentle soul. She had our some for over a year. The facility was always clean and comfortable. My son loved...
Charlene D.
5.0
(6)
Our program is located in the spacious and cheery first floor of my home. We have designated areas for our various centers-arts and crafts, circle time, reading, puzzles- a sun room, and a big back yard for playing games. Healthy eating is also a priority, so we always eat whole nutritious foods...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Faith based, Academic, International, Developmental (play-based), Cooperative & more
"My daughter was enrolled at Tiny Footprints for a couple of years and she absolutely loved it! Miss Kate provided such a warmth, engaging and nurturing environment, making learning fun for her. Highly recommend this daycare."
Care member
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....
"Great Service, beautiful home. My kids love being there! They take trips and do lots of activities with them!"
Erin L.
Nancy C
9 Empress Court, Freehold, NJ
5.0
(2)
I provide parents with the peace of mind to go to work and their child with the quality, loving, nurturing care they deserve in my home. Sort of a home away from home and an extended family. I have been a family daycare for over 20 yrs. and a mom of three grown children. I never have more than five...
"Nancy is an incredible day care provider, who treats the children she watches like they are her own. Her home is immaculate, and she provides warm healthy meals. Every week they surprise us with something new they have learned from being with her. The boys throw a...
Christine K.
5.0
(5)
I'm Annelle Woggon an experienced loving child care professional and NC certified Art Teacher. My husband, Kenneth and I have a licensed Family Child Care Home, Creative Care by Annelle licensed for all 3 shifts. I'm a NC Certified Art Teacher with over 30 years teaching and tutoring experience...
"Annelle took care of my child regularly basically from birth to age 3, and then as on an as needed basis up until the present day, 3 years later. She and Kenneth have become trusted family friends, and my kid looks forward to seeing them. She excels at creating...
Melissa 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...
"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
Posh Petites Family Childcare
7164 Talisman Lane, Columbia, MD
5.0
(1)
I own a licensed family childcare home in the Cradlerock area.
I have worked in childcare for over 15 years; however, I grew unhappy with the childcare centers and the lack of family atmosphere and proper care and consistency in most. Children can learn as much if not more in a family childcare...
"I brought my daughter to Posh Petites from the time she was a 6-month-old infant until she was over 3 years old. They really treated her like a member of their own family. Ms. LaToyia has a gift with children!! She is so incredibly experienced - she helped my child...
Talya F.
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...
"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.
5.0
(1)
The care and attention that adults give to our children is essential in making them happy. In my home, I take pride in caring for every child each day by providing the proper attention, food and space they need for healthy development. We are a family daycare, and although most of our kids are after...
"Kelly and her staff does a great job providing a safe, reliable and enriching environment for our two kids before and after school. They are very caring and nurturing. We appreciate the intimate home environment and are happy our children learn Spanish there....
Chris S
Twinklingstardaycare
125 Wesley Ave, Catonsville, MD
5.0
(1)
It is very hard to find a nice place for kids while we are at work, i have three beautiful kids and all are healthy, kind and well behaved. i am trying to help other parents to bring their kids and feel like home environment and at the same time they will learn, play and stay safe. I am state of...
"Best place for the kids , feels like home . Highly recommended ."
Usman A.
5.0
(11)
Lisa's Loving Care is a Group Family Day Care Home located in Levittown. At Lisa's, we offer a safe, loving, caring, and educational environment with experienced and warm staff. The children's days are filled with many activities such as circle time, music and movement, story time, math and reading...
School type:
In-Home daycare
"My twins are 3 1/2 and started at Lisa's in September of 2015. They love going to "school", and I know they are learning so much. And they have made great friends too. They talk about their classmates all the time!"
Donna M.
Plato Daycare
43855 Tattinger Ter., Ashburn, VA
5.0
(2)
Plato Daycare of Ashburn --
You won't find a more loving, caring and nurturing environment for your little one. We foster a healthy balance between indoor and outdoor activities, provide healthy meals and snacks throughout the day to provide a nurturing, loving and learning atmosphere. You can...
"I have had the pleasure of having both of my children (now 4 & 7) attend Plato Daycare. Mrs. Fari is an amazing provider whom cared for my children better than I could have ever imagined. I would highly recommend Plato Daycare and Mrs. Fari for your childcare...
Farideh M.
5.0
(5)
My name is Fatemeh and I go by Ladan. I run a licensed family day care in Gaithersburg, MD. I have worked in a family daycare as an Assistant Manager for six years prior to starting my own business. I am also a mother to a 17-year-old son. I was trained in early childhood education, and have...
"We started sending our daughter when she was 3.5-month old. We couldn't be happier with the decision we made. Ladan was caring person. She knew we were nervous sending our first daughter at such a young age. She sent us some photos time to time and reported us when...
Maki K.
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...
"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.
5.0
(4)
Medina Family Daycare is run by a mother and daughter duo, Delma and Marcela. Together, we have served our community for over 16 years. Our daycare is in our home, we have a classroom set up, outside play space and many activities indoors. We believe that children learn best through play, we have...
"Teacher Delma and Teacher Marci are amazing! The toughest part of being a parent is letting someone else do the nurturing while we go to work. With Delma and Marci, I had peace of mind that my sons were well cared for, eating healthy home cooked meals, and learning...
Jackie P.
Young Stars Care Group
4609 Barby Ln, Madison, WI
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of a 2 year old boy and a stepmother to a 6 year old girl. I have always enjoyed helping and caring for people of all ages (3 years of experience as a CNA). After struggling to find a daycare or in-home care provider that I felt comfortable with, I decided to take that passion and put...
"Holly provided exceptional care for my daughter from when she was 3 months old to when she was almost 1 1/2 years old. I loved receiving text messages and pictures of my daughter throughout the day while I was at work. She also even took her care group for walks...
Nicollette W.
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Haimi's Home Child Care! We provide a warm, loving, and safe environment where your child can thrive. Our home-based setting offers a cozy and familiar atmosphere, ensuring each child feels comfortable and secure. With 15+ years of experience, our daycare is the place where your child...
Philosophy: Cooperative, Developmental (play-based), Outdoor/nature, Academic
"Haimi’s daycare was amazing and a godsend for our family. Haimi and Sasa are the most loving caregivers a parent could ask for. Both our son and daughter started there at 9 weeks old and I never had to worry about the care they were getting. Years later and my...
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FIRST CONGREGATIONAL PRESCHOOL - we are a typical preschool, open 8:30-2:30
62 COLONY ST, MERIDEN, CT
Starting at $300/mo
State license verified
5.0
(1)
Our operating hours are 8:30-2:30, with children attending a 6 hour school day. We also have part day, 9-12:30, morning hours available.
First Congregational Preschool provides excellent quality care to children and families in our community since 1967. We believe that play is children’s work...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Preschool
"My child has attended First Congregational Preschool for a year. We were initially drawn to this preschool because they have integrated, interest based classrooms. In addition to being nationally accredited and having to meet the appropriate standards, the...
Kelly C.
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Recent family daycare reviews in Freeport, IL
Star Child 4 Kids
5.0
Alison is a fantastic provider for my infant son. The schedule she sets for the day works well for him and he always comes home happy. I very much appreciate her helping to improve his eating of solids foods. Highly recommend her!
- Stephen S.
HIGHLAND FAMILY DAY CARE
5.0
I have had the pleasure for over 11years to have Highland Daycare as an extended part of our family. As my journey with them began with my son who is now 11 years old and is still able to attend the after school program. Which helps me tremendously with all that middle school homework! I now have an...
- Ramona F.
Nahom's Family Child Care
5.0
If I could keep my daughter at this daycare forever I would! We have been so lucky to have her be a part of Nahom's Child Care. Mrs. Shelly not only cared for her and all the other kids like her own, but is very detailed and intentional with the care of each one! My daughter was behind on a lot of...
- Care member
TinyFootPrints Preschool
5.0
My daughter was enrolled at Tiny Footprints for a couple of years and she absolutely loved it! Miss Kate provided such a warmth, engaging and nurturing environment, making learning fun for her. Highly recommend this daycare.
- Care member
Distinguished Home Day Care
5.0
Great Service, beautiful home. My kids love being there! They take trips and do lots of activities with them!
- Erin L.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Freeport, IL
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Freeport, IL?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Freeport, IL, 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 Freeport, IL 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 Freeport, IL, 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 Freeport, IL?
When choosing family daycare near you in Freeport, IL, 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.