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Little Owl's Academy NJ
5.0
I have had the pleasure in knowing Laura for over twenty years. I'm even more honored to share that she babysat my son when she was a toddler (He is now 22). Laura was born to be a mother and care provider, it's in her naturally. Laura was always on time and detailed. She was always 100% in her job...
- Jennifer S.
Newport Family Child Care
5.0
So thankful we found Haimi. She is amazing, caring, generous, honest, sweet, kind, and I could go on and on with compliments. She's treated my son and my family with so much warmth and I'll forever feel fortunate to have found her daycare. She takes great care of her kids and makes sure they're safe...
- Sonnette S.
Ladan Daycare
5.0
We highly recommend Ladan! She is so caring, loving, and kind. Our experience with her daycare has been wonderful, and our son is so happy to see her every morning. He started here when he was 3 months old, and he has learned so much from Ladan over the past 2.5 years. It is very evident how much...
- Lauren B.
Teddy Bear Day Care
5.0
I cannot recommend Soni enough as a daycare provider. My two boys have been in her care since they were just 3 months old, and we have been blown away by the level of care and attention she provides. From the moment we walked into her home, we were impressed by how clean and organized everything...
- Care member
Jaycare (facility #334845355)
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 special Thank you to Tywanna and the...
- Karin M.
Family daycares in Santa Barbara, CA
Little Owl's Academy NJ
322 Llewellyn Avenue, Richland, NJ
5.0
(6)
Welcome to Little Owl's, where we prioritize the well-being and development of your little ones. Since 2013, we have dedicated ourselves to providing a nurturing, home-like environment that meets the highest standards for childcare. Our program features an in-house camera system for peace of mind,...
5.0
"Little owls Academy has is a caring, nurturing, safe, very educational & fun place. Laura is wonderful."
Amanda E.
Newport Family Child Care
19419 Se Newport Way, Issaquah, WA
5.0
(3)
Details regarding our child care facility are listed below.
State Licensed Family Child Care. Right on Newport Way!
Now Enrolling! Certified early childhood educator providing care in a home setting.
Newport Family Child Care provides professional child care in a safe, cozy home...
5.0
"Haimi is wonderful. She has been caring for our daughter since she was 3 months old - now 6 months old. Haimi has taught us a lot about how to help care for our child and sends us photos throughout the day to let us know how our daughter is doing. Our little girl...
Brad M.
Ladan Daycare
6 Autumn Flower Ln, Gaithersburg, MD
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...
5.0
"We highly recommend Ladan! She is so caring, loving, and kind. Our experience with her daycare has been wonderful, and our son is so happy to see her every morning. He started here when he was 3 months old, and he has learned so much from Ladan over the past 2.5...
Lauren B.
Teddy Bear Day Care
15271 Amalia St., San Diego, CA
5.0
(10)
Teddy Bear is a large, licensed, quality, and child care in a comfortable home setting. I am looking for some new friends from 4 months to 4 years of age to come and be part of Teddy Bear Day Care family!!
I offer the following:
Monday - Friday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Breakfast & Lunch...
5.0
"This review is long overdue! Our son has been going to Soni since he was 5 months old and he is now almost a year old. It's clear how much Soni cares for the children that she takes care of and just how much she's loved by them. I can tell how happy my son is...
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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.
Donna's Little Darlings
55 Judson Place, Milford, CT
5.0
(2)
I operate a family based daycare located in Milford, CT and have 20+ years of experience My home is easy access to I95.
I provide a warm, caring environment. My mission statement is to teach social skills, courtesy and manners along with ABC's and 123's. I run a loosely organized day based on...
5.0
"Me and my family have known Donna now for over 10 years. She is considered family, there is no other daycare I would ever imagine sending my children to. I am able to work in confidence knowing my children are well cared for and that they are in a safe loving and...
Kathleen P.
Parkview Family Day Care
4323 Parkview Drive, Lakewood, CA
5.0
(3)
If you're looking for quality child care, you've come to the right place. At Parkview Family Day Care we'll give your child the attention and care they deserve. We are following all recommended safety guidelines during the current pandemic.
We offer a nationally acclaimed preschool program. We...
5.0
"We have had a wonderful experience with Toni and her staff at Parkview. My toddler son is thriving there and looks forward to being dropped off every day. The staff is very communicative and sends updates/photos via an app throughout the day. I also love that the...
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.
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...
5.0
"We were very happy with Ms. Fari when she watched my two kids between 2012 and 2016. She is very caring and my kids still talk about her now over a year later."
Sarah D
Katie's Home Childcare
3540 Fiebrantz Drive, Brookfield, WI
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Katie, and I am a Family Child Care provider on the east side of Brookfield. I am currently enrolling for full-time only. I'm open M-F, 6:30a - 5:30p.
I have 3 boys, ages 18 yrs.,5 yrs., and 4 yrs. We have two dogs, a 6 year old Shih Tzu and a 5 month old Shorkie.
I am very...
5.0
"IT'S GOOD I LIKE IT (THANK YOU)!"
Tina B.
Michelle's "Explorers" Family Home Daycare
Kent Street, San Mateo, CA
5.0
(3)
Michelle's Family Daycare started off in 2001 as a Daycare home that, over the years, has grown into a preschool program in which children develop social skills, bilingual skills, leadership skills and prepares your child for kindergarten. With a
4 child : 1 provider ratio, we create a caring and...
5.0
"My son has been attending Michelle's daycare for over a year and he loves it. Michelle and the other teachers treat all the kids like their own. It's truly like visiting grandma's house. Michelle's daycare provides a wide array of toys, activities for the kids to...
Irina L.
Tiki Totts Family Daycare
2016 Confidential Court, Vallejo, CA
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Tee, I am a CCL licensed childcare provider and co-founder of Tiki-Totts Family Daycare. I am blessed to run the facility, with my inspiration my beautiful grandmother whom has the biggest heart out of this world and 73 years of experience. I have over 15 years of experience with...
5.0
"This daycare is professional, clean, warm, affordable, with a great location. I feel safe knowing that my child is in good care."
Tee T.
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
"The best decision I made was placing my son in Little Achiever's day care. Mrs. Ferguson and her staff go above and beyond to care for all the kids in the day care. While attending Little Achiever's day care, my son's speech, cognitive skills and social skills...
Kiesha W
Sisters Home Day Care
604 68th Street, Willowbrook, IL
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Suzanne. My sister and I run a day care in her Willowbrook home. We provide a loving home environment while you are away. We encourage friendship and cooperation among the families in our care. Most of the children that we care for begin as infants and remain in our care until...
5.0
"You gals are the best! It was so hard for me to go back to work, but it really helped to know that my baby was safe and well cared for with you two. The random pics you send make my day"
Beth A.
Lake Forest Family Daycare
22832 Aspan St., Lake Forest, CA
5.0
(4)
May has been working with children for two decades now and has made taking care of them her lifelong passion. She has a degree in child development, has worked at college campus daycares, centers, at home family daycares, and eventually opened up her own family daycare in 2015 in San Marcos. After...
5.0
"Just dropped off our 13 month old for his first day of daycare and--as first time parents--we couldn't be more at ease to have him in Ms. May's care. The process of finding the right daycare has been a long one, but we were immediately impressed with Ms. May. She...
Nancy S.
Tiny Blessings Child Care
6707 Parkside Ave., San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Tiny Blessings Child Care! My goal is to provide parents with quality and trustworthy care. When children are in my care, I treat them as if they're a part of my family. I do my best to help children have fun and feel comfortable, safe and cared for while providing for their physical,...
5.0
"I Love this Day Care they are so friendly my 2 year old daughter has learned so much and has a lot of fun, I am so glad I can go to work and know that she is being well cared for in a safe and loving Child Care."
Nancy C.
Kristland Family Daycare
7000 Scotch Drive, Laurel, MD
4.7
(3)
Kristland Family Daycare offers a happy, safe and loving environment for you to leave your child(ren) for the day. Our prices are reasonable and our staff are highly qualified. Our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity for the children.
We Offer:
- In home care for ages 0...
4.0
"Ms. Rose has provided daycare for our daughter for nearly 6 months now. She is a highly reliable, compassionate, and skilled caregiver, and we attribute many of our daughter's good habits to Ms. Rose. She has greatly contributed to our daughter's strong speaking...
Cynthia E.
KR Family Childcare
7220 Starflower Dr, Citrus Heights, CA
5.0
(2)
My name is Kristina and I have been working as a childcare provider for over 6 years now. I recently opened my own in-home day care for ages 0-5 which offers some really great activities for your child. I am great with children of all ages and find my job as a childcare provider extremely rewarding....
5.0
"Kristina is amazing! I have a 17 month old and a 3 1/2 year old and she has been caring for them for over a year. She has not only cared for my kids on a daily basis but for sleep overs as well. Kristina has a way of always keeping my children entertained! Whenever...
Alexandra F.
Jenkins Family Day Care
7020 Lanewood Ave, Hollywood, CA
5.0
(1)
JENKINS FAMILY DAY CARE program consist of daily Early Childhood Education and nutritional meals. Children experience learning, arts & crafts and games in a fun and interactive group setting.
5.0
"convenient location and excellent childcare service"
Laniece J.
Happykidz Licensed Family Day Care
184 West Main Street, Westborough, MA
5.0
(5)
HappyKidz Licensed Family Day Care is run by Early Education (EEC) and a state-certified daycare provider with CPR/First Aid certification.
Please call at 5086547753 to inquire about availability.
Fully licensed by EEC and approved to operate during/after the COVID-19 pandemic
Established in...
5.0
"We absolutely loved Miss Madhu and this daycare. My daughter Mavis was loved, well cared for and had the bonus of learning how to socialize with other little ones in a controlled and careful environment. She's now in montessori school and everyone comments on how...
Kaitlyn G.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Santa Barbara, CA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Santa Barbara, CA, 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 Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara, CA, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Santa Barbara, CA, 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.