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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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Lots of Love Learning Center

5.0

I love this center my daugther has been going to this center since she was 6 weeks old they sent pictures to help me get over being away from my baby girl she is now 2 years old and she still attend there they helped her walk they spoiled her and currently helping with potty training they go on a...

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Reezaa Daycare

5.0

I would recommend Reese in a heartbeat! She was a nanny to our daughter for 6+ months, but unfortunately we had to shift her to a closer day care because of our work commitments. Reese is such a warm and caring person that my child felt at home within a few days. She was attentive in giving us...

- Sadia S.

Danika's Home Childcare

5.0

Danika started to take care my baby when he was 5Months Old. I am a first time mom and did all my daycare visits and glad that we found her. She's really sweet and caring to my baby, My baby never had a diaper rash under her care.I like it when they do outdoor plays and my baby can experience...

- R. B

Earth Baby Infant And Toddler Care

5.0

In short, Tamara is amazing. She has been apart of our family for 3 years . We first met Tamara when we hired her as our nanny. She has helped my husband and I raise our girls to be happy, curious, and full of life. She has been so amazing that we have now transitioned from in home care to Earth...

- Natasha L.

Shining Stars Home Daycare

5.0

We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all of my anxiety of sending my baby to an at-home daycare. She takes such great care of each of her kiddos as if they were her own, the kiddos love her...

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Toddler daycares in Ames, IA

Lots of Love Learning Center

1735 Telfair Street Lane, MACON, GA

Starting at $500/mo

5.0

(1)

Our facilities offer bright classrooms and a private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.

5.0

"I love this center my daugther has been going to this center since she was 6 weeks old they sent pictures to help me get over being away from my baby girl she is now 2 years old and she still attend there they helped her walk they spoiled her and currently helping...

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Reezaa Daycare

11030 SE 225th, Kent, WA

5.0

(4)

Reezaa daycare is an organization that provides day care services in Kent area, This mid-sized child care facility serves children from 0 to Toddlers. Their services are safe and secure, providing the parents with an excellent place where their children can be taken care of by the professionals. WE...

5.0

"Reese has always been so sweet with my kids . They have a loving home and atmosphere is great. They loves kids .Someone you can definitely trust."

Tabassum B.

Danika's Home Childcare

403 Monte Vista, Irvine, CA

4.6

(17)

I have over 25 years of experience working in the childcare environments, Corporate, non-profit, and family day care. I loved what I did in the education/child care field; but wanted to take what I truly enjoyed doing down to a smaller scale. When the opportunity came in 2013, I said good-bye to the...

5.0

"We drive 45 minutes round trip at pick up and drop off just so we can feel safe knowing our daughter is with Danika instead of choosing a closer location. At no point have I ever worried about her or felt anything short of confident in Danika's abilities. Our...

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Earth Baby Infant And Toddler Care

910 Olympic Way, Nipomo, CA

5.0

(2)

Earth Baby is a large family daycare serving 4 infants and 8 toddlers. At Earth Baby your child will be cherished, love and inspired to learn. We believe that children learn naturally through play. Located on an acre of land in Nipomo.

5.0

"In short, Tamara is amazing. She has been apart of our family for 3 years . We first met Tamara when we hired her as our nanny. She has helped my husband and I raise our girls to be happy, curious, and full of life. She has been so amazing that we have now...

Natasha L.

Shining Stars Home Daycare

27091 Via San Diego, Mission Viejo, CA

5.0

(1)

Shining Stars provides child care services to working and busy parents in South Orange County. We are located in Barcelona North residential community in City of Mission Viejo. We are happily caring for the age groups of 3 months old infants to six year old school age kids. My 15 years of...

5.0

"We started bringing our son to Shining Stars when he was 3 months old (he's 2.5 now), I was a first time mom so was super nervous. Menik alleviated all of my anxiety of sending my baby to an at-home daycare. She takes such great care of each of her kiddos as if...

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Baby Shack

5 Isabelle Ter, Newington, CT

5.0

(4)

We offer full time care for infants AND toddlers. We also offer after school care for Children up to 12 Years old. For more info please e-mail... You can use care.com or babyshackdaycare@gmail.com

5.0

"We love Samka! She has cared for my daughter since she was only 3 months old. Going back to work was difficult, but it was such a relief to know that Samka would be caring for her, when I couldn't. She is super flexible and reliable... and, she absolutely adores my...

Jessica S

Building Kidz of Queensbury

7 Luzerne Road, QUEENSBURY, NY

5.0

(1)

Building Kidz of Queensbury is proud to provide our community high-quality infant, toddler and preschool care. Our mission is to deliver a world class preschool experience resulting in children that love learning, connect with the performing arts, and demonstrate accelerated development of their...

5.0

"Great school, great vibes, happy kids."

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YMCA OF CORRY-CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

906 N CENTER ST, CORRY, PA

Starting at $222/mo

4.5

(2)

The YMCA of Corry's Child Development Center, in partnership with the Pennsylvania PreK Counts program, offers comprehensive early childhood education for preschoolers. The center provides a nurturing environment where each age group receives tailored care and developmentally appropriate activities....

5.0

"I highly recommend The YMCA of Corry Child Development Center. The caring staff and fun activities have helped my children thrive. It’s a fantastic place for little ones!"

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Touching The Hearts Of Children Day Care

3832 Mesa Vista Way, Bonita, CA

5.0

(10)

Touching the Hearts of Children Day Care offers quality family home childcare. Our goal is to make a difference in the hearts of children by creating a special place with the atmosphere of a home in which your child will grow and be developed intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. We...

5.0

"This review is for any parent that is considering to choose Touching the Hearts of Children Daycare. My daughter has been under the care of Mrs. Susy and Mrs. Larissa since she was 4.5 months old. She is now 3.5 years old. As a new mother I was terrified to let a...

Anna M.

Moma'S Loving Child Care

115 S Trego Court, Dallas, TX

5.0

(2)

I am the owner of MOMA'S LOVING CHILD CARE This is an in-home registered center, and I have four years experience. I have training in infant safety, early childhood professional, creative art ideas to motivate children, diversity in the classroom, and child food program of Texas. We provide...

5.0

"Moma's Loving Child Care has been a part of our lives for over a decade! Nanny has taken care of both of our children from the oldest to the youngest. My 1st born was 10 months old when he 1st came and my daughter was just 3 months old. They are now almost 11 yrs...

Andrea W.

Logan's Learn N' Play

276 E Main St, Denville, NJ

5.0

(10)

Fully licensed daycare. The providers are patient, responsible, reliable, and fun caretakers who are trained in early child care development, as well as first-aid and CPR/AED certified. Here, we take safety extremely seriously and is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and clean environment for...

5.0

"My wife found Bianca on this site I believe and having come out of a bad situation with our previous daycare, we were nervous about leaving our daughter with ANYONE! But decided to give Bianca a try and you know what it was THE BEST DECISION WE MADE FOR OUR...

Tyquan G.

Imprint Of Love Preschool

2324 177th Street Ct E, Tacoma, WA

5.0

(1)

At Imprint of Love Daycare and Preschool, we're proud to provide a caring and safe environment for your children. By following our mission, vision and values, we create a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming learning environment for all children. My name is Nadea and I started working in childcare...

5.0

"My 4 year old has been coming here for over 2 years and my almost 2 year old will be starting soon. They have made us feel like we are part of the family since day 1. I trust them so much with our kiddos. They have preschool learning time, park days, family fun...

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Maritza's Daycare

31764 Via Valdez St., Lake Elsinore, CA

5.0

(3)

Maritza's Bilingual Home Daycare is a licensed facility by the state of California. I am a Montessori Teacher with 17 years of experience helping and caring for children. I am located 7 minutes from 15 Fwy Lake Elsinore (on Lincoln st between Riverside Drive and Grand st). My business is open...

5.0

"Miss Maritza cared for our 4 year old full time for a year. Our daughter loved her program, as did we. Her place is very clean, organized, and structured. We felt comfortable leaving our daughter with Miss Maritza everyday. We still leave our daughter in her care...

Manny C.

Coddled Care

2335 W. Foster Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

Organic childcare for infants and toddlers ages 3 months - 3 years.

5.0

"We are so thankful for the excellent care given to our grandson in both the infant area and the toddler area. He has aged out now but we couldn't be happier with your wonderful beginnings in his life. Thank you to all of your special employees."

Beth H

Stars Montessori Academy

1680 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA

5.0

(5)

North County's prestigious Montessori Academy in Vista, CA, accepts Toddlers through 6 years old for half-day, full-day and extended-day schedules. Each of our classrooms are filled with natural light, beautiful materials and child-sized furniture. Our playground includes bike trails and a large...

5.0

"We chose Stars Montessori because of the convenient location, reasonable cost, serene and beautiful campus and very friendly staff and owners. The staff support my son and his budding personality with looking at him as an individual and allowing him to explore his...

Amanda Z.

Shanti's Montessori Preschool

1421 N Crossing Drive, Allen, TX

5.0

(21)

Hello! Parents. I am very caring, responsible and enthusiastic person who loves children. I have extensive experience with newborn, Infant, Toddler and Preschool children. I enjoy caring for children, helping and watching them learn and grow. I provide a safe, clean, loving, and healthy environment...

5.0

"We started sending our daughter who is 3 years old to Ms. Shanti's Montessori since Nov. 2021. We are extremely happy that we've found the best school in town for my daughter. Ms. Shanti is very caring and passionate. The curriculum is A+ hands down. Ms. Shanti's...

Dipixa

2nd Connection Fcc

1S310 Dillon LN, Villa Park, IL

5.0

(1)

Hello, I'm Ms. Virginia, but to my little ones, I'm Ms. Gina. I am the owner and primary childcare provider at 2nd Connection Family Child Care, an in-home childcare program located in Villa Park, IL. I currently have full-time and part-time space available. I charge $85 per child daily, which...

5.0

"My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids...

Laurel S.

Kids Of Orange

203 South Barbara Way, Anaheim, CA

5.0

(3)

I am a certified Montessori Teacher, and I hold a Certificate in Early Childhood Education along with a BA in Early Childhood Education. I am certified in First Aid, CPR and also certified in the Immunization Assistance Program. I have been in the educational field for over 15 years.7 years as...

5.0

"This home- preschool truly surpassed our expectations and we are very high strung parents. So we understand that typically we feel satisfied at best but this program has changed all of that! As all parents, we want the best for our child and we got that here. Mrs....

Jodie S.

K & K Family Child Care

105 Llanos Street, Verona, WI

4.2

(5)

The mission of K & K Family Child Care is to provide comfortable, secure, and nurturing quality child care, and encourage and support children as they expand their knowledge in each domain of learning (social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and moral) by maintaining a safe, high-quality environment...

5.0

"How much do I love this daycare? Well, Kristol, who runs it, is amazing. She's been such a resource to me as I've parented my high-energy first child. My daughter adores her, to the point of wanting to sit in her lap instead of mine when we've run into each other...

Florence E

North Olmsted Horizon Education Center

4001 David Drive, NORTH OLMSTED, OH

Starting at $1436/mo

5.0

(4)

The original Horizon Education Center in North Olmsted offers year-round programming for children aged 6 weeks to 14 years of age and a safe supportive environment for children. It has earned the highest quality Gold Rating from the State of Ohio's "Step Up to Quality Program. It offers...

5.0

"Horizon has been a great experience for my kids. They love their teachers and I have seen their social-emotional skills develop for the better. I appreciate the care and love the teachers provide and would recommend Horizon for a child of any age. "

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