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Shaw Family Home Child Care And Preschool
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 found Shaw Family Day Care and...
- F. S
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.
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.
Paige's Place In-home Daycare
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 and nurturing atmosphere and does...
- Care member
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
Family daycares in Waterloo, IA
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
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 by far the best daycare provider we have had for our 5 and 7 year old daughters! My girls love her to pieces which is the most important thing. They look forward to going there every day and fight me to leave when I pick them up. Debbie is very loving and...
Bridget R.
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.
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
"Paige is an absolute blessing and couldn't ask for anyone better to be part of our son's world. She is the best!
I'm a first time mom, so as you can imagine all types of questions, concern's, hesitation takes place when looking for childcare. From the time my son...
Jessica L
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
"My son has been attending this daycare for a few months now. Initially, I was very nervous for him to start daycare, at such a young age, 4 months. Fortunately, I can confidently say we made the right choice taking him to Mrs. Maria. I drop him off every morning...
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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
"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...
Esti E.
Naghma's Family Child Care
4302 Larkspur Lane, Lake in the Hills, IL
5.0
(2)
We are a family child care business that we run from our home. We are a mother daughter team that tackles education (children's homework) and play time together. My mom is the fun energetic one that loves to run jump and play with the kiddos and I am more of the get your homework done before you can...
5.0
"Hay there. I've had my baby go here for quite sometime and he loves it! They have plenty of friends and toys there so there all happy. If there's anything going on with my baby they let me know immediately for the necessary steps that need to be taken after that....
Sana A.
My Learning Tree Daycare
319 Mission Villas Rd., San Marcos, CA
5.0
(2)
Dear families,
My name is Sarah, I am the proud owner of an in home family daycare, "My Learning Tree", that is licensed by the state of CA as well as insured. I have all my credentials, CPR certified, clear background check, and I have a medical background. Our hours are 7:30 am- 5:30 pm. All age...
5.0
"After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!! She is so great with communication using an app to update parents on naps taken, organic food eaten, activities done and so...
Ashly L
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
"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...
Pauline 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
"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!...
Care member
Nana's Family Child Care And Preschool
15516 Andrae Court, North Hills, CA
5.0
(5)
Get the best of both worlds in one place!
A family child care with the structure of a day care center environment.
Child Care for ages Newborn to 7 years
Open 24 hrs/ Closed on Major Holidays
Infant and Toddler Care
Preschool
Before & After School Care
Transportation
Summer & Winter...
5.0
"I used to attend this child care as a kid, and enjoyed it very much! Now my daughter is attending, and there's no other child care in the world that I would trust more then Nana's !"
Destiny U
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.
5.0
(10)
WELCOME TO MY FAMILY DAY HOME UZMA'S FAMILY DAY HOME LOCATED IN FALLS CHURCH VA CLOSE TO ANNANDALE, ALEXANDRIA, ARLINGTON VA. I AM IN CHILDCARE BUUSINESS SINCE 1995.STARTED AS CHILDCARE PROVIDER FOR INFANT AND TODDLER FAMILY DAY CARE INC OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA. MOVED TO PRESENT LOCATION IN JUNE 2004....
5.0
"Our son was born with a rare birth complication that makes feeding him a task that requires special attention and care. So when it was time to put him in daycare so I could go back to work at 6 months old, I was extremely anxious.
After a neighbor recommended...
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Moji's Little Angels
14530 Dufief Mill Road, North Potomac, MD
5.0
(9)
Hi Parents!
My name is Mojgan Rezaii, and I go by Moji. I run a licensed family day care in Gaithersburg, MD off of Clopper Road. In addition to being a mother to two wonderful children who are all grown up now, I have experience working in a family daycare as an assistant manager for five years...
5.0
"The best Daycare in Montgomery County. Moji and her staff are the best caring people ever. Moji is a great teacher and a great caregiver. She took care of my daughter for almost 4 months, and I would go back if I could. She is very flexible, she had my both kids...
Sofia C.
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...
Open Hand Child Care
15708 NE 6th Street, Bellevue, WA
4.5
(8)
Licensed family child care (Bellevue on 156 AVE NE).
Open hand childcare offers a happy, safe and loving environment for you to leave your children for the day. Our prices are reasonable, our staff is highly qualified and our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity for the...
5.0
"Zebiba was my son's child care provider for the past year. Zebiba is always attentive and kind, ensuring a consistent and loving environment for my son.
Zebiba also structures the center to inform and educate the children through fun and diverse activites. Art,...
Kate K.
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
"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...
Janet
Z's Home Daycare
12502 La Manana St., San Antonio, TX
5.0
(3)
Welcome to our Nature Based Preschool. Our program's mission is to teach and care for All. No matter their ability or background we treat everyone with respect, worth and patience. Love, Laughs and Learning is what we do best.
Our Licensed Family Childcare program offers a Bilingual Curriculum in...
5.0
"Caring, nurturing, educational, and peace of mind. Just a few words that come to mind when I think of Z's Home daycare. She took time with our son a traditional daycare wouldn't, and our family is forever grateful to her and company. The price is right with Mrs. Z...
Naomi G.
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
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
"Rejection is an evil slap in the face apparently. Every single review that is dated within the last 24 hours aimed at torching a good person and a great program, is demonic at best. Shame on the sites in which these are posted for not vetting the obvious garbage...
Benny
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Waterloo, IA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Waterloo, IA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, IA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Waterloo, 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.