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Q: What is the average age range for toddler daycare near me in Ames, IA?

Toddler daycares near you in Ames, IA typically cater to children between three months to three years of age, though it's worth noting that this will vary by location. To get a better idea of the options available to you, connect directly with toddler daycares to understand any age requirements.

Q: What is the curriculum for toddler daycare near me in Ames, IA?

Generally, toddler daycare curriculum is based on learning through play. Learning activities at toddler daycares in Ames, IA may include free play, story time, arts and crafts, outdoor walks and social skills development. In toddler daycare settings, children are encouraged to explore their world through their physical senses and complete age-appropriate tasks with the guidance of a teacher. They are encouraged to follow their own interests and ideas while honing important cognitive and motor skills. Overall, toddler daycare curriculum is designed to create an enjoyable yet educational environment for young learners aged 18 months to 3 years old.

Q: How do I choose a toddler daycare near me in Ames, IA?

Choosing the right toddler daycare for your family near you in Ames, IA can be both a challenging and rewarding experience! Factors to consider include the quality of care, safety, location, costs, and qualifications of the staff. Taking the time to tour a toddler daycare center will be helpful in choosing the right fit, as it gives you the opportunity to ask questions at length and observe how the staff interacts with children firsthand. Choosing a daycare is a personal choice, and you should feel comfortable with the center you ultimately decide on.

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New Horizon Academy - Andover, MN

5.0

Our son is 9 now and has been a part of this family since 2 years old. He has been with Ms. Mel for years now and if your child is lucky enough to have her you know just how special she is. From Ms. Rhonda getting him on his first pre-k bus (and calming our tears- forever grateful), Aimee driving to...

- Care member

Rainbow Family Child Care

4.0

This is such a good and safe place for any child I trust yissel because she's so lovely and very patient with the kids and the way she play with them is just awesome I personally recommend to anybody.

- Mary T.

Sunshine Family Day Care

5.0

My daughter has been with Ms. Tena since she was 10 weeks old for the past year. Ms. Tena and Ms. Asmi are great They provide individual attention, while also providing an inclusive group experience. I would come by everyday during my lunch break so I could breastfeed and visit. The kids all love...

- Jennifer

Shayna's Family Daycare

5.0

We have had 2 boys at Shayna's for the past 2.5 years and have had a great experience. Shayna and Loren take wonderful care of the children and have helped with every developmental milestone. They are big on teaching practical skills (ie manners, street smarts, how to use silverware and open...

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Building Blocks Stamford High Ridge

5.0

I am so grateful for the exceptional care my child receives at Building Blocks! From the moment we enrolled, the staff has been warm, professional, and genuinely passionate about their work. The teachers create a nurturing environment where my child feels safe, loved, and excited to learn each day....

- Alison G.

Toddler daycares in Ames, IA

New Horizon Academy - Andover, MN

13130 Riverdale Drive Northwest, COON RAPIDS, MN

5.0

(2)

New Horizon Academy Andover is located conveniently in Andover, Minn., off of Riverdale Drive and Round Lake Boulevard NW. We have been serving families in Andover, Coon Rapids, Blain, Anoka, and nearby areas with quality childcare and early education services since 2006. Our school has two infant...

5.0

"New horizon andover hasamazing director and always makes sure my daughter has everything she needs. The teachers there are very nice and I never have to worry when my daughter goes to daycare. "

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Rainbow Family Child Care

2 Jean Circle, Randolph, MA

4.8

(4)

Rainbow Family Child Care in Randolph Mass, is a unique place for your infant, toddler and preschooler to learn and grow. Clean safe environment and great caring atmosphere are some of the qualities that your child will experience at Rainbow Family Child Care.

5.0

"Giselle is a awesome provider I would recommend her to all. She is wonderful with the children/Parents. While at work I'm so at ease because, my grand baby is in perfect hands. Giselle your the best!!! Giselle is a Perfect 10 Lydiah's Nana"

Shanei S.

Sunshine Family Day Care

14315 Vivaldi Ct., Burtonsville, MD

5.0

(3)

I provide a nurturing environment for infants and toddlers that is respectful and mindful of their needs. Learning for infants is focused around care giving activities such as feeding, diaper changes, developing small and large motor skills, language skills, and music. Toddlers will be encouraged to...

5.0

"My child attend this daycare from 2012 until he starts Kindergarten. The owner, Tena is professional and loves kids very much. Her facility is always clean and safe. If you are looking for a safe, caring and comfortable environment for your child, this daycare is...

Tena M.

Shayna's Family Daycare

1745 Clement St, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Starting at $3000/mo

5.0

(1)

Shayna and Loren, both natives of San Francisco's Richmond District, bring a wealth of experience to their child care practice. Shayna has dedicated over 25 years to caring for children and infants, while Loren has contributed more than 15 years to the field. They have nannied, operated a daycare,...

5.0

"Shayna has taught our son (now 16 months) since he was 5 months old. His growth and development since starting with Shayna is a testament to the thought and diligence Shayna and Loren put into their work. He has made incredible strides with eating and speaking and...

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Building Blocks Stamford High Ridge

816 High Ridge Road, STAMFORD, CT

5.0

(2)

Building Blocks offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their...

5.0

"I am so grateful for the exceptional care my child receives at Building Blocks! From the moment we enrolled, the staff has been warm, professional, and genuinely passionate about their work. The teachers create a nurturing environment where my child feels safe,...

Alison G.

Guidepost Montessori at Alicia

25261 Paseo De Alicia, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, where your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. At our beautiful Laguna Hills location, your child will take advantage of a full Spanish Immersion curriculum, beautiful, new classrooms and natural...

5.0

"My two children switched to Guidepost Alicia in its opening week. I was not a mom who was originally excited about Spanish immersion, until I really started doing some research on the value of bilingualism, and I realized: I have a small window of time here when...

Rebecca G.

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 have been incredibly fortunate to have Ambreen in Springfield, VA care for our child since he was four months old. Her dedication, kindness, and genuine love for the children under her care are exceptional. Ambreen creates a warm and nurturing environment where...

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MINI EINSTEINS LEARNING CENTER

21020 67TH AVE W, LYNNWOOD, WA

Starting at $2875/mo

5.0

(3)

Our mission... is to serve families in the community by providing high quality care for their infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-k children in a safe, supportive, exciting, and nurturing environment so that they can grow physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually, and will come to...

5.0

"The staff here are friendly, engaged, responsive, and invested in the well-being of every child here. The culture is open and communicative, and the kids are treated like individuals in progress who deserve respect, and not tiny problems to be solved. We've...

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Christina Christian

12901 Bradford Lane, Plainfield, IL

5.0

(1)

I enjoy taking interest in children's lives as they grow with love and patience. I have wonderful references to show my ability to care for and raise children based on parents' needs and specific concerns. Through the years, I have cared for over 30 kids, infants through toddlers, accomplished potty...

5.0

"She has been excellent at keeping records of my kid's schedule. Very caring and positive atmosphere."

Christina C.

New Horizon Academy - Burnsville, MN

885 E. 134th Street, BURNSVILLE, MN

5.0

(1)

Welcome to the Burnsville, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is located in the Parkwood Forest neighborhood, off Interstate 35E and County Road 11, near Terrace Oaks West Park. We have been serving Burnsville and Apple Valley children and families since 1988. With beautiful classrooms,...

5.0

"Our son is 9 now and has been a part of this family since 2 years old. He has been with Ms. Mel for years now and if your child is lucky enough to have her you know just how special she is. From Ms. Rhonda getting him on his first pre-k bus (and calming our tears-...

Jess B.

Tiny House Daycare

14564 Blaine Ave, Bellflower, CA

5.0

(6)

I am a fun, creative infant and toddler daycare specialist at Tiny House Day Care. I focus mainly on the play and wonder of children. Each day we do a fun and creative craft. We also do circle time to expand our brains by learning how to count, shapes, and colors. I am CPR certified with Red Cross....

5.0

"This is my daughters first time being at a day care, I was soo scared to leave her since she was small and barely talked. We are a hispanic family, I thought to myself my daughter is going to have difficulties to communicate with Ms. Judy. But I was wrong , I've...

Abigail E.

Little Sprouts Milton

919 Blue Hill Avenue, MILTON, MA

4.5

(2)

Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Built from...

4.0

"Our family has had a great experience with Little Sprouts Milton! We enrolled our daughter (an infant then) when they first opened in March 2022. They’ve come a long way since then! Like many early childhood education centers, retaining staff has been a challenge,...

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Building Kidz of Palo Alto South

569 San Antonio Rd, PALO ALTO, CA

5.0

(2)

We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy...

5.0

"I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"

Megha G.

BEE CREATIVE CHILD CARE

5252 HEATHERDOWNS, TOLEDO, OH

4.9

(13)

Welcome to Bee Creative Daycare! At Bee Creative Daycare, we offer a nurturing and educational environment for children from 6 weeks to 13 years old. Our classrooms are tailored to meet the developmental needs of each age group, ensuring that every child receives the care and learning experiences...

5.0

"Bee creative is a great learning place my children are have been there for sum time both my children started attending before being able to talk so my children understand two languages that so amazing my children are excited to go to daycare one of my worries...

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Chappell Legacy LLC

1520 Longleaf Pine Pkwy., ST. JOHNS, FL

5.0

(11)

Camera access to watch your child all day Hours of operation are 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Private Pre-K class is offered. Registration, Annual Fees (Curriculum + Insurance) $240 Tuition: Infant Class $279 Toddlers Class $255 K2 Class $249 K3 Class $229 Pre-K Class $189

5.0

"Great childcare center with wonderful teachers. Glad I chose to send my children there. "

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Busy Fingers Daycare

17 E. San Miguel Dr., Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(3)

We are a preschool for toddlers and Kindergarten preparation. Before and after school pickup available from Cook Elementary and Hilltop Elementary. We are open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday. Tutoring available! Ask about our evening care!

5.0

"I was looking for quality care/preschool for my four year old and my neighbor told me about Busy Fingers. I was excited that they were just down the street from my house, which made it very convenient for me. They are all great with the kids. I love that they get...

April M

Little Sprouts North Andover

2324 Turnpike Street, NORTH ARLINGTON, MA

5.0

(1)

Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted preschool and school-age programs or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their...

5.0

"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes...

Alex L.

Jubilee Christian Preparatory Academy

3000 Macedonia Rd., Powder Springs, GA

5.0

(1)

Jubilee Prep is a Christian based college preparatory Academy using Abeka curriculum for Toddlers through Second Grade. We also provide extended care service with bus pick up and drop off for elementary and middle school students within 5-10 miles radius from our school location.

5.0

"JCPA gave my daughter an early start in reading and math skill. Each time we have family reunion people are often amazed at how well she can read at such an early age. To me JCPA rate excellent!"

Opal T.

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.

Gio Home Childcare

549 W. Gary Dr., Chandler, AZ

3.7

(3)

Christian mother with experience as a preschool teacher with openings in my home daycare. Available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ages 2 and up. Indoor activities (arts and crafts, music, games, numbers, letters). Outdoor activities (large backyard for bicycling, sports and toddler...

5.0

"We absolutely love Gioconda! She was so wonderful with both of our children. Our daughter and son had a great time with "Ms.Gio" (as the kids called her) and truly loved her. She provides excellent in home childcare and her home was always nice and clean. She...

Jessica H.