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Building Kidz of Gilbert
5.0
GREAT ENVIRONMENT! Locally owned makes it even better.
- Care member
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.
Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare
5.0
We had an excellent experience sending our toddler to Joyful Beginnings. We were only in Falls Church briefly, and Joy was so helpful in accommodating our unusual request for a week of daycare. My son loved going each day and I can tell that he got to take part in so many fun activities. And somehow...
- Margaret L.
Chappell Legacy LLC
5.0
Are you kidding me!! There is NO other school or hear UNF facility that I would take my precious child to. They are THE BEST EVER and we are very fortunate to have their great and wonderful facility. I trust them with my precious child!!!
- Care member
Circle Of Love Daycare, Llc
5.0
Ms. Sarah has helped our girl develop so much. We have been going to her since my daughter was 5 months and she's now 16 months. She cares so much for our daughter and our girl LOVES Ms. Sarah. We got back from vacation for 12 days and our girl couldn't be more excited when she saw Sarah upon...
- Shannon D.
Toddler daycares in Ames, IA
Building Kidz of Gilbert
1451 East Williams Field Road, GILBERT, AZ
3.0
(2)
Building Kidz Worldwide is a childcare center run across the U.S. and the world by loving and committed franchisees. Building Kidz of Chandler preschool is located is at 1451 E Williams Field Rd Suite 107 Gilbert AZ 85295. We offer preschool, infant, and toddler childcare. Building Kidz has a...
5.0
"GREAT ENVIRONMENT! Locally owned makes it even better."
Care member
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
"My kid has been going to Ladan's since he was 3 months old (he's 4.5 now). Ladan has taught him so many things (I'll never forget when he started singing the alphabet for the first time) and treats him with incredible kindness and care. She's incredibly reliable...
Elizabeth M.
Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare
Winchester Way, Falls Church, VA
5.0
(7)
*More than 15 years experience with childcare. Professionally trained child caregivers specializing on infants and toddlers. CPR, AR, AED, First aid & MAT Certified.
*State Licensed & Annual Fire Safety Inspection approved facility.
*We provide home cooked meals and snacks.
*Separate napping room...
5.0
"We had an excellent experience sending our toddler to Joyful Beginnings. We were only in Falls Church briefly, and Joy was so helpful in accommodating our unusual request for a week of daycare. My son loved going each day and I can tell that he got to take part in...
Margaret L.
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
"Are you kidding me!! There is NO other school or hear UNF facility that I would take my precious child to. They are THE BEST EVER and we are very fortunate to have their great and wonderful facility. I trust them with my precious child!!!"
Care member
Circle Of Love Daycare, Llc
33611 Hazelwood St, Westland, MI
5.0
(3)
Licensed Christian Childcare, Family In Home Licensed Care, Preschool & Pre-K Readiness, Toddler Time, Circle Time, Arts & Crafts, Song & Dance, Manners & Early Social Etiquette, One on One Time Daily, Bible verse learning, Indoor & Outdoor play, Safe, loving and nurturing atmosphere.
I offer a...
5.0
"Ms. Sarah has helped our girl develop so much. We have been going to her since my daughter was 5 months and she's now 16 months. She cares so much for our daughter and our girl LOVES Ms. Sarah. We got back from vacation for 12 days and our girl couldn't be more...
Shannon D.
Infants & Toddlers' World Child Care
8315 Cottage St., Vienna, VA
5.0
(2)
Specialized in infants and toddlers care providing love, nurturing and safety with a learning and discovery environment and proper activities for their ages, encouraging their creativity and learning experience with parents' participation like social-emotional activities, physical, language...
5.0
"You won't find a better in-home daycare in Vienna than Infant and Toddler's World. My son has been going to Ms. Gloria's since he was four months old. In addition to the quality of care, Infants & Toddlers World is an incredibly nurturing environment and my family...
Zack C.
Fareeha's Daycare
Woodlands At Goose Creek, Leesburg, VA
5.0
(10)
We are an at home licensed daycare facility for infants, toddlers and preschoolers from 8 to 5. (DURING COVID). Monday through Friday. Wonderful program for preschoolers and toddlers. Special care for infants. Highly trained assistants. Many happy parents. Provider has experience with Montessori...
5.0
"I entrusted my daughter with Ms. Fareeha and her staff two years ago and never once regretted it. She provides excellent care to the children along with a great curriculum! She is great with communicating with the parents and we get tons of photos and videos of our...
Ifrah A.
Wonderful Minds Day Care
3351 Roma Pl, San Ramon, CA
5.0
(1)
Looking for loving, safe, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to express themselves through arts, crafts, and free play. Emphasis on reading with phonics. I provide home cooked vegetarian meal and snacks. Large, clean home with backyard and no pets. I provide care for Infants,...
5.0
"Ekta is a professional and really knows how to take care of little kids. My daughter went to Wonderful Minds daycare for almost a year. From the beginning, we noticed big improvements in her abilities and every day learnings. We had great peace of mind leaving her...
Sediqa F.
Little Tot's Learning Day Care, II
1028 Schuman Place, BALDWIN, NY
5.0
(2)
About Us:
For over 15 years, Little Tot's Learning Daycare II has provided high-quality childcare in Baldwin, NY. We offer a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive through engaging and developmentally appropriate activities.
Key Features:
Experienced: 15+ years serving...
5.0
"I absolutely give Ms. Williams & her day care program 5 stars! My children adore her place. When my youngest said "it's clean too"! I couldn't help but laugh he is a dirt freak at 5. And he wanted to go back to that place, lol!"
Regina
New Horizon Academy - Champlin, MN
9051 White Oaks Trail, CHAMPLIN, MN
5.0
(1)
Welcome to the Champlin, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is located off Highway 169 at the intersection of Elm Creek Parkway and Jefferson Highway. We have been serving Champlin children and families with high-quality daycare and preschool programs since 1995. With beautiful classrooms,...
5.0
"We absolutely adore New Horizon Academy. The staff are kind, patient, friendly, and fun, and we know they are providing excellent care to our little one. We especially love to see the pictures they take of her adventures throughout the day and appreciate that she...
Caitlin W.
"let's Be Friends " Daycare
2725 Woodley PL, Falls Church, VA
5.0
(10)
I am a provider for Fairfax County and I have a permit; I have a clean criminal record background check. I am certified in CPR and First Aid; I specialize in newborn infants and toddlers. I participate in training classes in Fairfax County to specialize in my job; I have 15 years of experience in...
5.0
"We have sent both of our children to Maria and Chelsea, and been absolutely thrilled with the level of care that they receive. We only recently moved our older (3.5 years) old to preschool; so she spent over three years full-time with Maria and Chelsea. We have...
Care member
Tasha Bee's Kids
2244 Hughey Square Court, Reynoldsburg, OH
5.0
(1)
I have over 15 years of experience of caring for children, with 7 years of business experience of caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I am 38 years of age and a newly resident of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
I have been providing in home private childcare for 7 years where I have cared for...
5.0
"If you are looking for reliable, academic-focused, loving childcare, LOOK NO FURTHER!! We have been clients of Mrs. Tasha's for just over a year now, and I can't say enough wonderful things about her! Our daughter started with her as a two year old when we moved to...
Kali G.
5.0
(4)
Our focus is relationship driven while preparing your kids for our amazing preschool program. We have 6 teachers on staff with many years experience along with tons of love for the kids. We use creative curriculum to practice our alphabet, letter sounds, counting, along with singing, free choice...
5.0
"Absolutely wonderful !!! My daughter has been going here since 6 months of age , now 3 years :) every day I pick her up she is happy , clean , and safe . Tracy and her team are fabulous. Highly recommended- "
Care member
Building Kidz of Chandler
2200 N ALMA SCHOOL RD, CHANDLER, AZ
5.0
(1)
Building Kidz Worldwide is a childcare center run across the U.S. and the world by loving and committed franchisees. We offer preschool, infant, and toddler childcare. Building Kidz has a mission to provide a world-class experience to 1 million children and that includes yours! Building Kidz...
5.0
"Love this school, kids seem happy, including mine! "
Care member
Tori's Tots
4608 Richmond Ave, Austin, TX
5.0
(14)
Our Motto is "Where hearts shape little minds." Tori's Tots (aka TT's) is an intimate Licensed Child Care Home. TT's caters to newborns and the youngest of toddlers. We provide positive guidance with a structured routine and lots and lots of love. With a heavy influence on a play-based program,...
5.0
"Tori's tots what the best decision we ever made. We fully believe our son is the way he is now because of them. They love on the kids, keep us constantly informed, stay true to schedules, and are extremely honest about what they are seeing from a development...
Josh H.
Normandale Family Childcare
Summit , LAKE FOREST, CA
5.0
(5)
Welcome to Normandale Family Child Care!
We provide an atmosphere that is safe, loving, educational, and ideal for early childhood education. Our daycare is full of educational material, as we believe education should feed a child's growth.
We will encourage learning through reading, writing,...
5.0
"Our daughter started with Normandale when she was 4 months and is now 3 years old. For the last 3 years Ms Maryam and Ms Mina have been so loving, caring, patient and treat her as if she was their family. They take time to help each child complete art projects and...
Care member
Nana's Day Care
5531 Chandler Drive, San Diego, CA
5.0
(4)
PRESCHOOL TEACHER/ DAY CARE.
Let me introduce myself, my name is Paty. I have a licensed home Day care in Clairemont Mesa since 1996. (I have over 20 years of experience.) I have passed Home Inspection by State of California. I have had background and fingerprint. I graduated as a preschool...
5.0
"Patricia has been taking care of my son for over a year now and she is the great! My son is always happy to see her and she is very reliable. I was worried about sending my son to a sitter but luckily i have never had to go through multiple people, because she has...
Rachel H.
5.0
(11)
Trinity Preschool is a whole-child and family focused ministry, founded in 1980, that strives to assist our little ones to reach each milestone of their developmental growth and preparing our young learners with a strong educational foundation, while instilling them with the gospel message of Jesus...
5.0
"We switched to Trinity after being at another facility. I have nothing but great things to say about them! All of our sons teachers have been amazing, did an AMAZING job helping us potty train, and are always so kind. The director/admin staff and all the other...
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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.
Little Einsteins Home Daycare
1898 Waybridge Lane, Fenton, MO
5.0
(3)
Little Einstein's is a very small, exclusive in-home preschool/daycare. I have limited openings available and encourage you to make an appointment as soon as possible. Children are given the individual and personal attention they need as well as the skills necessary for entering school....
5.0
"I am so impressed with the level of care and focus of each child here. My grandson loves coming here and has learned so much. So grateful I can go to work and know he is being taken care of and is a safe, nurturing, loving place."
Cathy H
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FAQs for finding toddler daycares near you in Ames, IA
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.
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.
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.