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Q: What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Waterford, CT?

When looking for a family daycare near you in Waterford, CT, 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.

Q: How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Waterford, CT 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 Waterford, CT, 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.

Q: What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Waterford, CT?

When choosing family daycare near you in Waterford, CT, 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.

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Happy Days - Happy Face

5.0

My son is 16 months old and he is going to Kristina's daycare for almost one year now. Before that, I tried another daycare so I had a pretty clear idea about what I didn't want for my son. And I am truly blessed and thankful to have found Kristina. This daycare is just exactly what I wanted. It's...

- Pauline M.

S Academy

5.0

Your child/children will be in good hands here. If you want your child to be in the care of someone who genuinely loves and cares for children then this is the place for your child. She is someone who has a lot of patience when dealing with children. Your children may not want to leave after...

- Janet

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

Home Away From Home

5.0

I am so full of gratitude to have found Home Away From Home Daycare. It has literally been the most amazing place to send my daughter! From the beginning, Ety was so kind, reliable, and so warm and nurturing. With great communication and safety always being a priority, I always felt so calm and...

- Esti E.

Tanya's Family Child Care

5.0

Great staff and the network where she works for are very pleasant and if you qualify it is actually FREE!!!

- Marilyn M.

Family daycares in Waterford, CT

Happy Days - Happy Face

Geneva Street, Glendale, CA

5.0

(6)

Kunikova Family Day Care providing Infant Care in a home like loving atmosphere. Offering full and part-time, and drop in care Monday through Friday from 8am to 5.30pm/6 pm. Helping the little ones explore and learn about the world through games and play. Teaching them how to be independent...

5.0

"Our children has been going there for the past 3 years ! They are a second home to our children ! Ms Kristina and her staff are extremely patient and loving to both of my kids (one started going at 20 months and one at 3 months). They both love going there and have...

Jasmine A.

S Academy

110 Monarch Trail, Selma, NC

5.0

(2)

Strong Academy seeks to be the best Family Child Care Home in our area. Hours of operation for Strong Academy are based on my clients' needs, therefore it changes as new clients are registered. I am open for all hours, 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift! Our Mission: Our mission is to provide safe,...

5.0

"A wonderful daycare full of Love, Joy, Fun and Patience :)"

Mage H

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

"Our family has been with Bee Happy Family Daycare for five years now. My oldest started when he was one and my second child is here now. My oldest even went here rather than traditional preschool. He was well ahead of his peers both in math and letter recognition...

Lauren H.

Home Away From Home

49 Summit Park Road, Spring Valley, NY

5.0

(9)

Home Away from Home provides a nurturing and caring environment for children to play, learn, and grow. Children at Home Away from Home participate in enriching and educational activities all day - including circle/calendar time, art projects, building games, music & dance, and much more. I am a...

5.0

"First time I meet Etti was through my friend. I knew right away that this is the place i went to send my kids and the right person for them to grow with. My first kid I sent to Etti he is special need. With Etti experience I know I have someone I can trust, she was...

Arava G

Tanya's Family Child Care

10930 160th Street 7B, Jamaica, NY

5.0

(1)

Hi, my Name is Tanya, and I work closely with Catholic Charities Neighborhood Services. Early head start program. We offer Free Full Day Child Care Services for Children 0 months to 3 years & Expectant Mothers. (Quality in Families) I'm DOHMH Approved. Monitored by qualified, Professional...

5.0

"Great staff and the network where she works for are very pleasant and if you qualify it is actually FREE!!!"

Marilyn M.

Paige's Place In-home Daycare

Los Alisos And Trabuco, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(6)

Welcome! My name is Paige. I have been running an at-home daycare for 20+ years. I started my daycare when my own four children were young. I have continued my daycare because I enjoy creating a family oriented, fun, loving environment for children. I am a member of the Orange County Childcare...

5.0

"We love Paige! My daughter started with Paige at 4 months old and is now almost 2.5. There’s not a day she doesn’t run happily into her arms at drop off. I feel at ease dropping of my daughter and don’t have an ounce of worry when I’m away. She provides a safe...

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Cool Fun Care Network

P.O Box 691212, Houston, TX

5.0

(1)

Here at Cool Fun Care Network we specialize in convenient customized care. We allow our parents to create the care plan that is right for their child. Cool Fun Care Network provides care for Houston family's around the clock, 24 hours a day & 7 days a week. All our childcare professionals have years...

My Little Home Day Care

6620 Belford Rd, Baltimore, MD

5.0

(1)

My little home day care is a place where your children form part of our family Call or Text me 443-226-5990 email mylittlehomemd@gmail.com. We have license 254002 approved by Maryland state.

5.0

"The best space for your children's"

Mercedes 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 had both our kids start as infants with Parkview through preschool and one into kinder. We always felt our children were safe, well cared for, got lots of outside play time and we loved the preschool curriculum. Would highly recommend!"

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Karlyn's Little Blessings Home Daycare (State Licensed)

8851 Creekside Way, Springfield, VA

5.0

(1)

State Licensed, MAT Certified, CPR/First Aid Certified, USDA Food Program Approved, 10 plus years experience. *Before/After Care, Full/Part-Time care, Preschool/Toddler Care, before and after school care. *Preschool curriculum. * Loving family day home with emphasis on individualized care for...

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

"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.

Graham Family Day Care

1975 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello! I am a licensed small family home day care that is authorized to provide care for up to 8 children. I provide all nutritious meals and snacks. I accept children from infancy to age 5 years old. The operating hours for day care services are from 6am to 6pm. In addition, after hour care and...

5.0

"A family run business that is dedicated to the growth and well being of the children. Kids are fed three meals a day and are taught the fundamentals of education. Very friendly staff."

Arnon G.

A Family's Touch Home Day Care

Jacobs Drive, Greenbelt, MD

5.0

(1)

A Family's Touch Home Day Care ... A small home based business dedicated to continuous improvement. A Family's Touch prides itself in education, loving, caring for and developing the highest level of self-esteem in a comfortable, safe and secure environment. With your help we can promote good...

5.0

"My son has been with A Family's Touch Home Day Care since he was 12weeks old and now at almost 2 years of age he has flourished into a bright, happy and curious toddler. We are truly blessed to have found such wonderful place where we know our child is safe and...

Natalie M

Koala Kids Child Care

818 County St, Seekonk, MA

5.0

(14)

1 INFANT OPENING MARCH 2025 I am Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and I am a EEC certified preschool, toddler and infant teacher. Our program is open year round Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 to 5:00 Thursday 8:00 to 4:00. I have my...

5.0

"My daughter went to koala kids for three years and was very sad to leave! Over those three years, there was never a question if she was taken care of or safe. She was always happy to be there and felt loved and supported by Ms Kristine. The small size of the...

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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

"I absolutely love this day care!!!. My son Wyatt has been going to this day care "Little Achievers Day Care" one week after his 2nd birthday, My son left when he was 5 only because he was forced to due to his age and the law. Lol. My son learned cognitive skills...

Leana B

Creative Care By Annelle

153 Chancery Lane, Waynesville, NC

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...

5.0

"Annelle is more than prepared to care for your child and our daughter enjoyed her first visit! She even hugged Annelle as we left, which is a sign she had fun and felt secure. We're so grateful that Annelle has a variety of wonderful environments for children to...

Laura M.

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

"My kids love Debbie! They love going to her house, playing and going on mini field trips. Debbie has been watching my son (4), and daughter (6) since February of 2016. She mostly watches my son, but is always willing to take my daughter when she has no school or...

Karina R.

Marie's Child Care

839 Golden Pond Ct, Orlando, FL

5.0

(12)

Family Home Day Care If you're looking for childcare in a family setting, this is the place for your child. This is an in-home, family child care where your child will be getting loving, safe child care, It's like taking your child to gramma's house. A place to leave your child in safe loving,...

5.0

"Our son has been here since 9 weeks and we love the environment. We like feeling like we are leaving our son with family and not strangers. He loves Ms Marie like a grandmother."

Trey H

Miss Traci's

3530 Princeton Avenue, Aurora, IL

5.0

(5)

I have been a child care provider in my home in excess of 16 years. I have an associate's degree in Child Care and Development and have worked both in child care centers in addition to being a provider in my home. I have two children, ages 16 and 14. I am currently working with the children that...

5.0

"I have known Traci for nearly a decade! She is a very kind and patient child care provider. She works well with young children and also keeps in great communication with their parents. I would 100% recommend her!"

Jenny

Miles Of Smiles Daycare

2941 Hillsboro Ln., Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0

(2)

Hello! My name is Nicole. Welcome to the Miles of Smiles Daycare, where we are very excited to meet with you and your family. I'm located in Lake in the Hills, IL (by Sunset Park). I love taking care of children. I believe in developing a whole child with their social, emotional, cognitive and...

5.0

"Miles of Smiles Daycare was great in caring for my son. He always had a smile on his face and Nicole treated him like her own grandson. If you are on the fence, don't be, it's a great safe environment, your child will love it!"

Anamaria P.