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Puddleduck Farm Daycare
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 would have gladly moved in there and...
- Lisa H.
Little Achiever's Day Care
5.0
My daughter was indeed well taken care of. This place was simply amazing. Due to childhood trauma that I endured I was determined to find a place where my child was safe. Thank God I found this place. Yamileth the owner showed me safety measures that were in place. This was the best decision I made...
- Karisa P
Akiko's Care
5.0
Akiko and her family are truly one of a kind. She recently started watching our infant and immediately made us (and our son) so comfortable. It was very difficult to put our son in daycare after 9 months of staying home with daddy but she is incredibly attentive, caring and fun! Our son loves going...
- Meghan B.
The Kingdom Of Children Llc
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 hitting their milestones.
- Care member
Tomlinson Family Child Care
5.0
I have been bringing my boys to Susan and Stacy since 2015. We have grown so close the them they are family. They have been such a blessing to our family and my boys love being with them and sometimes throw fits when they have to leave.
- Marilyn C.
Family daycares in Lake City, IA
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.
Little Achiever's Day Care
8 JACQUELINE COURT, Port Jefferson Station, NY
5.0
(3)
Little Achiever's Day Care is a privately owned group family day care licensed by New York State that provides high quality child care for children ages 6 weeks till 12
years old. Little Achiever's day care focuses on each child's individual needs such as their emotional, social, developmental,...
5.0
"My daughter was indeed well taken care of. This place was simply amazing. Due to childhood trauma that I endured I was determined to find a place where my child was safe. Thank God I found this place. Yamileth the owner showed me safety measures that were in place....
Karisa P
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 and her family are truly one of a kind. She recently started watching our infant and immediately made us (and our son) so comfortable. It was very difficult to put our son in daycare after 9 months of staying home with daddy but she is incredibly attentive,...
Meghan B.
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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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
"Tomlinson Family Daycare is amazing. Susan have provided me with a sense of peace when I drop my children off every morning. My children have never cried except when its time to come home. The little one even asks to go back on the weekends."
MSE
Detour 2 Discovery Day School
2001 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL
3.5
(2)
25 years in business, families from all over the world, diverse teaching staff and owners who are directly involved in the day to day operations... this is what early childhood care should look like. Come tour and apply to the waiting list!
5.0
"Detour to Discovery excels in every way. The directors have created a culture of excellence and love for the children and the work they do day in and day out. We feel so lucky to have found this school!"
Leslie D.
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
"North Star Family Day Care goes above and beyond my expectations! I feel so blessed to met Ms. Dalia who provides attentive, thorough care for my little. I never stress or worry about what is happening when my girl is there. Finding a day care you can trust is...
Melissa P.
Fleming Child Care
TBD, Winston Salem, NC
5.0
(1)
My husband will be attending Wake Forest University for PA School. We are new to the area and we have a daughter who is 2. We would love to watch another child or children who will also be a playmate(s) for our daughter. We will be moving from Florida in June. I am pursuing a career in Early...
5.0
"Samantha babysat my two children regularly for over three years. She started when my youngest was an infant and my oldest was four. Samantha is a caring, conscientious, and capable child care provider. My children loved having her watch them because she would...
Kristin V.
Little Butterflies Day Care, Llc
67 Pennington Rd, New Brunswick, NJ
5.0
(1)
Dear Parents and Children,
Thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Jennyfer (English- Spanish). I am a 33-year-old Hispanic woman who has been a child care provider for the last 5 years. I have also studied in child care related fields. I'm current in Kaplan University Study Human...
5.0
"My child is 4 years old, and is currently enrolled at Little Butterflies Day Care, LLC. He was mainly taken care of by my mother, so at first I was uneasy about him starting daycare and being in a new environment. It's never easy imagining someone who isn't family...
Raquel R
Little Ducks Daycare, Inc.
12 Benjamin Rd., Belmont, MA
5.0
(1)
Little Ducks Daycare, Inc. is a licensed family home daycare located in Belmont, MA. Just over the Waltham, Watertown, Arlington lines.
We look forward to having a wonderful experience caring for your child, and intend to treat them as we do our own. At Little Ducks Daycare, be certain that your...
5.0
"My son has been going to Little Ducks Daycare for 2.5 years, since he was 8 months old. I have been incredibly happy with his care! Catherine is great and keeps the kids busy with tons of outdoor adventures, and indoor crafts and educational activities. She is...
Beth M.
Nahom's Family Child Care
6901 May Fair Road, Laurel, MD
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,...
5.0
"I was fortunate to raise my daughter for 8 months before enrolling her in daycare. As a first-time mom, I was nervous, scared, and worried to take this step. My fears flew out the window when I saw the bond between Ms. Shelly and my daughter. She taught her so much...
Sovanna O.
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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New Hope Faithful Friends Academy
700 West Stallings Street, Clayton, NC
5.0
(2)
New Hope Faithful Friends Academy provides programs for children ages 12 months - 5 years old and School Aged children Kindergarten-5th Grade.
We have the following programs available for our community:
1. Morning Preschool Program for children ages 1 year to 5 Years.
Monday - Friday -...
5.0
"New Hope Faithful Friends Acadmey is wonderful. My Son loves Ms. Glenda and hes so happy when I pick him up from class. We are in the afternoon preschool class and he is learning so much. I could not be happier. WAY TO GO MS. GLENDA and STAFF. We love you and we...
Maggie Ann S.
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.
Malachi Child Care, LLC
28 Warner Ave, Hempstead, NY
5.0
(2)
Malachi Child Care mission is to provide care that fits the needs of each child and family in a safe, fun and educational environment while focusing on child developmental milestones.
Our staff is highly qualified and full with passion to aid each child to reach their highest level of excellence....
5.0
"Malachi is great.. my daughters have been going here for two years. I can't even explain how much this child care takes pride in caring for my children. They have become family. I wou encourage anyone whsod people to-care for children to come here. You won't be...
Schnelle
Teddy Bear Day Care
106 Della Dr., Fenton, MO
5.0
(1)
I AM LICENSED BUT NOT FOR INFANTS!!!! Fun, Loving, Learning environment with lots of play time to learn social skills too. We have Arts, Crafts, Science, Music, Learning papers and a whole lot more. Hot nutritional snacks and lunch provided. Biggest playground around. Open Mon - Fri 6AM TO 5:30...
Another Mother - Professional Quality Care
445 Weymouth Ln, Columbus, OH
5.0
(3)
***One full time spot available September 3rd, starting at $70/day***
I offer nanny quality care at a more affordable rate. My goal is to make my house feel like a second home to every child I care for; a home filled with love, attention, and educational stimulation. To accomplish this, I will...
5.0
"Zara is an incredibly kind, competent, thoughtful, creative and positive caregiver. She is personally invested in the children she cares for, and goes above and beyond to ensure those children thrive in every way possible. I have worked with her as a Nanny for many...
Rachel D.
Medina Family Daycare
849 Patricia Ave, San Mateo, CA
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...
5.0
"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.
Ally's Angels Childcare Center
992 Jerry Lees Way, Denver, NC
5.0
(1)
Hi, My name is Allyson J. and I would love to provide care for your little one in my home! I was listed with the TX Department of Families and Protective Services as an in-home care provider and have moved to Denver, NC and have started back up. I have passed a background and fingerprinting check. I...
5.0
"We just loved Miss Allyson and her family. We will miss you as you move away."
Rachael M.
Robinson Family Day Care
6724 Friendship Dr, Sarasota, FL
5.0
(2)
I am a licensed family child care, I've been in business for the past 24 years. We have circle time and do arts and crafts, we sing and dance a lot.
We love to play and go outside, we keep busy all day, hours are 7:30am-5:30pm.
References available.
5.0
"One of the best childcare providers ever! We were blessed to find her and couldnt ask for a better person to watch are kids!"
Shawna R.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Lake City, IA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Lake City, IA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Lake City, IA, 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 Lake City, IA 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 Lake City, IA, 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 Lake City, IA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Lake City, IA, 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.