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Charlotte Discovery Playschool

5.0

Tiffany was just what we needed in helping our child to overcome some educational hurdles that she was experiencing. Tiffany was able to sit down and assess the issue and then tailored a program to fit her exact needs. She honed in on favorite activities and hobbies in order to make a connection...

- Kristen P

Serkalem Nirayo

5.0

Amazing daycare with so much heart and caring mindset, with clean and welcoming smile. It is wonderful seeing my daughter get excited about going to daycare here. Serkalem, you really make an effort to engage the kids and develop them in a very individualized way. That is absolutely incredible to my...

- Hiwot

BEACON House, Inc.

5.0

I have had absolutely an amazing experience working with The Beacon House. My daughter went there and I was more than pleased. She brought things home she crafted, she learned so much extra knowledge that to this day she still talks about. Sadly my daughter changed schools but she continues to talk...

- Payton D

Valley Center Preschool

5.0

The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while nourishing relationships with each...

- Sarah C

Kidsuccess

5.0

Ms.Carrie and her staff are simply the best. They go that extra mile to make your child feel special and loved.

- Abby

Before school programs in Altoona, IA

Sweet Angels Daycare

111 Dooley Ct SW, Altoona, IA

Costimate: $171/wk

I am a mother of 3 boys. I offer a loving, fun, enriched home away from home. I am able to be flexible with hours to help parents out. I am state registered.

Grand View Child Development Center

Grand View Child Development Center

3451 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $151/wk

At Grand View we have so much to offer: * Infant to 12 yrs. care *Full-time care *Half day Pre-School *Before & after school care *Transportation to and from most local schools *Extremely low rates *Gold assessments on children birth to 6 years old...

New Horizon Academy - Des Moines - downtown

450 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $165/wk

5.0

(1)

Our Downtown Des Moines location is expected to open in Spring of 2018. Our state-of-the-art facility will feature beautiful, age-appropriate classrooms that are filled with materials to enhance learning and fun.

Childtime of Des Moines

Childtime of Des Moines

610 Center Street, Des Moines, IA

1.5

(2)

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...

Wee Bearz Child Care

5191 Maple Dr Ste H, Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $188/wk

Wee Bearz Child Care in Des Moines, Iowa, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from six weeks to twelve years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program...

Caterpillar Clubhouse Daycare

2004 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $181/wk

Caterpillar Clubhouse Daycare is a State Licensed In-home Daycare. We provide quality childcare while encouraging education. We have a small group of children that we provide our care too, this allows for individualized care and attention that children so desperately need and want. Our philosophy...

La Petite Academy Child Care-Ankeny

929 E. First, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $194/wk

La Petite Academy Child Care located in Ankeny, IA has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep. The center are open on...

Charlotte Discovery Playschool

Charlotte Discovery Playschool

5317 Hollirose Drive, Charlotte, NC

Starting at $15/hr

5.0

(1)

Before/After school care. Owner/operator is a certified teacher and Heartsaver CPR/First-Aid Certified. Snacks and homework help are provided.
5.0
"Tiffany was just what we needed in helping our child to overcome some educational hurdles that she was experiencing. Tiffany was able to sit down and assess the issue and then tailored a program to fit her exact needs. She honed in on favorite activities and...

Kristen P


Serkalem Nirayo

Serkalem Nirayo

4209 Main St, Alexandria, VA

Costimate: $254/wk

5.0

(2)

-Child care license in Virginia -Open from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. -Accepts children 2 months - 12 years old -Offers before and after school care -Certified in CPR and First Aid -Fluent in Amharic and English -Attended professional training courses and workshops
5.0
"Amazing daycare with so much heart and caring mindset, with clean and welcoming smile. It is wonderful seeing my daughter get excited about going to daycare here. Serkalem, you really make an effort to engage the kids and develop them in a very individualized way....

Hiwot


BEACON House, Inc.

BEACON House, Inc.

20 West Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD

Starting at $225/wk

5.0

(1)

We are a childcare that has 2 locations. Our Lil' STEAMERS located at 382 S. Cleveland Ave. is our early childhood education center for ages 6 weeks to 4 years old. Our STEAM Works program located at 20 West Washington Street provides services to ages 5 to 15 years old for before & after school...
5.0
"I have had absolutely an amazing experience working with The Beacon House. My daughter went there and I was more than pleased. She brought things home she crafted, she learned so much extra knowledge that to this day she still talks about. Sadly my daughter changed...

Payton D


Valley Center Preschool

Valley Center Preschool

5119 N Valley Center Ave, Covina, CA

Starting at $345/mo

5.0

(1)

We are a quality preschool for children ages 2 (diapers OK!) through 5 years old. We are are Christ-centered, developmentally minded with age-appropriate academics. We are open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Preschool class times are 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with extended daycare before and after...
5.0
"The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while...

Sarah C


Kidsuccess

218 Washington, Ingleside, IL

Starting at $153/wk

3.4

(5)

We offer care for infant to school age. We have Preschool for All as well as full day Preschool. We have before and after care for school age children with homework club offered. We offer a summer camp program as well.
5.0
"I bring my daughter to this center and I have to say it is one of the most cleanly centers I have observed and they are really taking the extra precautions especially with covid, I am very confident with my daughter going here and staying healthy and protected at...

Ryan


Nature Exploring Playschool

Nature Exploring Playschool

Cayman Ct, Antelope, CA

5.0

(3)

In-home base preschool and childcare. We believe children learn best through play. We provide safe and learning environments. Our curriculum has been designed to ensure that all children reach significant milestones and indicators. Our children are prepared for kindergarten. Also, we provide before...
5.0
"educated preschool and childcare."

Tatyana V


Alphabet Club

Alphabet Club

14530 Old Katy Rd, Houston, TX

Starting at $105/wk

5.0

(1)

Childcare Center and Private School - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After School Transportation to and from Local Area Schools and Summer Camp serving the West Houston and Spring Branch Communities. *Texas School Ready Certified. *Texas Rising Star Certified. *Experienced...
5.0
"My kids attended the Alphabet Club from ages 5/7 months until they started Kinder. My daughter attended their schooler program and summer programs until she was in 3rd grade. The director, Chetna, and all of the teachers are extremely wonderful. I can't say enough...

Tami Y


Donna's Little Darlings

Donna's Little Darlings

7696 Falls Creek Way, Burlington, KY

Starting at $150/wk

5.0

(1)

CALLING ALL SCHOOL TEACHERS!! Donna's Little Darlings in Home Daycare is interviewing now for Fall openings!! I also have several before/after school openings! **Boone County Schools' schedule. School Year Hours: Monday-Friday- 6:30am-4:30pm. Closed all days that Boone County Schools...
5.0
"I have known Donna Scott for over three years and she cared for my daughter from the age of 1 to 4. We met when my husband and I were interviewing childcare workers for our daughter. Donna seemed very confident, caring and explained to us in detail how she ran her...

Sharon P


Little Rascals Daycare

2724 Tuberose Ct., Pleasanton, CA

Starting at $35/day

5.0

(1)

My name is Lori, and I have been doing daycare for over 20 years. I currently watch K-5 grade children before and after school, on holidays and summer months. I am open 7 a.m-8 a.m., before school, and 2-6 p.m., after school, providing transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities...
5.0
"Lori was my son's before/after school care provider from 5th grade until he was able to drive himself to and from school! He had plenty of kids to spend time with of different ages. Lori has homework time, play time, snack time. It is great that she can get the...

Ruth L


Christine Snow/ Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care

Christine Snow/ Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care

379 N. Procyon Place, Star, ID

Costimate: $156/wk

5.0

(6)

Star Scholars Preschool & Child Care is an inclusive Preschool that also offers all-day child care for children, ages 1-8, and before/after school care for children Kindergarten-3rd Grade. Our hours are 7 am- 6 pm, Monday-Friday. We also provide Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks and a wonderful,...
5.0
"Both my children have been a part of Star scholars for years. There is not enough kind words to describe Mrs. Christine and the loving environment she creates. She is now an extension of our family. Educational based play and learning is what you can expect....

Nicole


Parra Family Home Childcare

Parra Family Home Childcare

697 Shadow Tree Dr., Oceanside, CA

Starting at $190/wk

5.0

(2)

24 year experienced Day Care Provider provides nutritious meals and curriculum activities art and crafts. Experienced with special need children. Have openings for infants toddlers before and after school. Prices will vary depending on hours and needs.
5.0
"I recommend this Daycare the care givers are caring, loving, and teach kids. I have seen kids from age 2 yes old to 7 yrs old go here and their siblings that should tell you something. The parents are satisfied with the care for their children. Mrs. Maria and Lizz...

Harmony B


Happy Daycare Early Learning Center

Happy Daycare Early Learning Center

2548 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA

Starting at $110/wk

3.0

(4)

VIRTUAL SCHOOL Full day Pre-K Program, Before and After school, Spring Break Program, Infant Program, Toddler Program. Meals provided. Teachers trained in early childhood education. Staff CPR and First Aid trained. Security cameras. NACCRA accepted. Dept. of Social Services accepted.
5.0
"Happy Daycare is so amazing! The programs are great for my child, she is continuously learning and making progress. The teachers are welcoming and helpful as well"

Nyteka M


Pat's Play-land

Pat's Play-land

64 Dawn Drive, Shirley, NY

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(2)

Family day care in business for 22 years. Provide safe fun loving environment for children 6 weeks to 12 years. New York state licensed. CPR certified, insured, accepting DSS. I provide healthy meals, safe outdoor play, & flexible hours before school and after school. Reasonable rates. Will provide...
5.0
"I loved the way of how she took care him I would see that my baby was always happy and smiling . She took great care of him .. that very helped me and my mom to not worry that much because we know what he was always going to be in good hands I thank pati for...

Kimberly


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