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Recent child care center reviews in Amherst, VA
First Kids Early Childhood Center
5.0
First Kids Early Childhood Center is one of the best kept secrets in St. Charles! Two of my children attended First Kids' summer program and pre-k program. My daughter was counting by 5's to 100 before even entering kindergarten! They are a wonderful, loving staff with a low student to teacher...
- Lindsey W
Little Acorns Children's Center
5.0
Little Acorn's is amazing! Such a loving and caring environment that encourages my son to explore and learn. This is his third week in the toddler room and he is already learning so much - new vocabulary, cognitive and social skills. The staff is exceptional and do a great job with the children. I...
- Kristyn L
The Hartwood Learning Center
5.0
We have truly enjoyed our time with Hartwood Learning Center. We know that when we drop our son off, he is getting the attention and care that he needs during the day. They have been very flexible and helpful for our family.
- Alyssa F
Clarksville Daycare
5.0
Our 15-mth-old and has been at Clarksville Daycare for about 6mths. As nervous first-time parents, we started her out part-time (3 days per week) to ease our daughter into it, but quickly transitioned to full-time as our daughter is so clearly happy there. The center is colorful and welcoming, with...
- Jessica R
Little Bee's Child Care Center
5.0
Little bee's is the best day care you could ever find. I have 3 kids that goes there and they love it. Great teachers and great programs.
- Christine
Child care centers in Amherst, VA
Little Learners Preschool LLC provides an exceptional environment for children to develop socially, intellectually, and spiritually in a program designed to address the emotional, physical, and cognitive needs of each child. They believe in providing a level of education and care that is locally...
Lynchburg Community Action Group Inc. provides a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for the world of kindergarten. The curriculum caters to families that value education, going above and beyond traditional child care.
Amherst Presbyterian Preschool is a high quality program founded with the belief that preschool age children thrive in a safe and nurturing learning environment that supports and develops emotional, social, physical and cognitive skills that is implemented with Christian concepts and principles. We...
The Early Life Learning Center is a ministry of Woodland Baptist Church located at 4434 Thomas Nelson Highway, Arrington, Virginia. It aims to provide children with a learning environment that supports spiritual growth and develops the physical, social and cognitive skills. It offers full-day care,...
5.0
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First Kids Learning Center is an early childhood education and care center located in the heart of Historic Saint Charles that focuses on child development in a loving, nurturing, Christian environment. We welcome children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.
Recent reviews:
5.0
First Kids Early Childhood Center is one of the best kept secrets in St. Charles! Two of my children attended First Kids' summer program and pre-k program. My daughter was counting by 5's to 100 before even entering kindergarten! They are a wonderful, loving staff...
Lindsey W
5.0
(3)
Our Year Round Day Care enrollment is still on.
Our center provide a safe and loving environment for children ranging from 3 months to 8 years old to explore, have fun and learn. Children will enjoy many small group activities, multicultural enhancements, extra curriculum learning opportunities...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Little Acorn's is amazing! Such a loving and caring environment that encourages my son to explore and learn. This is his third week in the toddler room and he is already learning so much - new vocabulary, cognitive and social skills. The staff is exceptional and do...
Kristyn L
5.0
(2)
The Hartwood Learning Center provides quality childcare in a hands on learning environment. Certified teachers at every age level put us a step above all other providers in the area. Schedule a private tour to see our program in action.
Recent review:
5.0
We have truly enjoyed our time with Hartwood Learning Center. We know that when we drop our son off, he is getting the attention and care that he needs during the day. They have been very flexible and helpful for our family.
Alyssa F
5.0
(4)
*ENROLLING NOW WITH LOWER TUITION! For infants and toddlers in our child-care center, Full-Time or Part Time!*
Located minutes away from Schools in the River Hill, Fulton Area!
I am a qualified and licensed Maryland Day Care provider with CPR, First Aid, and SIDS certification and have many...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Our 15-mth-old and has been at Clarksville Daycare for about 6mths. As nervous first-time parents, we started her out part-time (3 days per week) to ease our daughter into it, but quickly transitioned to full-time as our daughter is so clearly happy there. The...
Jessica R
5.0
(1)
Little Bee's Child Care Center is offering infant, preschool, toddler, pre-k and school aged (summer) before and after school program.We have an indoor gym!! Parent aware certificate! Open at 5:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. We offer hot lunches, breakfast and snack. Little Bee's Child Care Center is providing...
Recent review:
5.0
Little bee's is the best day care you could ever find. I have 3 kids that goes there and they love it. Great teachers and great programs.
Christine
3.0
(2)
Blue Skies and Butterflies is a different kind of center, much different than the big corporate centers you typically see in our area. We have a beautiful campus with large mature trees and a lot of green grass for the children to play and experience nature.
We have several large outside play...
Recent review:
5.0
Love this center. My son has been coming here since he was 5.5 months old & he'll be two this upcoming November. Such a fun & creative place. Love the staff.
Brittany G
5.0
(2)
The Transportation Children's Center, a non-profit child care facility, in downtown Boston, provides full day Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten Programs year round. Open to the general public, the center is available to children 3 months through age five. The center is open from 8:00...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My child has attended TCC for 3 years and it was a great experience for both him and us. We still have very fond memories of the center. The staff is great and very professional. I highly recommend it!
Rosalba S
5.0
(2)
Beacon Center, in operation for 35+ years provides a warm, nurturing learning environment for children ages 18 months -7 years. Beacon Center offers both full and half day programs, an After School Program as well as Summer Camp. Beacon Center's experienced and friendly staff encourages learning...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We enrolled our 3yo son at Beacon 4 months ago and couldn't be happier with our decision. Beacon is a warm, friendly, happy school filled with the kindest, most patient, and caring teachers. Our son is thriving there-he has made great friends, is excited about...
Megan
Kids Are People Inc.
7 Apple Tree Lane, Scarsdale, NY
5.0
(12)
Kids Are People Inc. is a licensed Group Family Daycare Center, providing full day child care.
Open Year Round!! - Monday thru Friday 8:30am- 5:30pm, extended hours available.
*Accepting Children from 18 months to 5 years old.
Experienced and Certified Staff.
Located within the confines of a...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My son has been attending Kids Are People (KAP) for 2 years now and we are very happy and blessed with our experience with them. As a new parent also new in the area, had no family member or friend around, finding the best childcare was incredibly hard. After...
Ryu
3.0
(4)
Grandma's Arms Early Learning Center provides a caring, warm, educational environment for ages 6 weeks to 6 years. The center strives to provide the best for your child(ren) with highly qualified staff and an inviting atmosphere. Come check us out!
Recent reviews:
5.0
We have our twins there and they just LOVE the staff and other kids. It's a fun environment for them, and the staff care for them like they are family. We love it!
Emily
5.0
(2)
Kidstown Learning Center is an affordable daycare that provides early childhood education in a nurturing environment that acknowledges cultural diversity. We offer preschool programs from six-weeks old to 5 years old, free voluntary pre-K (VPK), before and after school care programs, winter, spring...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Had had both my kids at Kidstown for years, so we have enjoyed everything from the infant class through VPK. The team is excellent and very welcoming. The curriculum is great and still allows for kids to be kids. We love this school!
Evelina G
Sunnyfields Learning Center
494 Route 10 West, Whippany, NJ
5.0
(2)
Preschool and Child Care for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years old!
Open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.!
*At Sunnyfields Learning Center, our objective is to stimulate our students' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills at their individual developmental levels,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My son has gone to Sunnyfields for five years and has grown so much there! Our second son is about to start. We love the atmosphere and caring teachers. The teachers really care about the children. Plus our son has learned so much and made great friends. The...
Meredith W
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...
Recent review:
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
3.0
(2)
Polaris Learning Center has three Treasure Valley locations to serve the educational and child care needs of families.
Conveniently located in Eagle, Meridian and Nampa, you will find that PLC offers exceptional learning experiences for young children from six weeks to twelve years in age.
Polaris...
Recent review:
5.0
We have been taking our son to Polaris on Fairview in Meridian since he was 2 months old. This is a terrific learning center with teachers who love their kids! No daycare is perfect, but I trust this place and highly recommend it to everyone! My toddler enjoys...
Megan
5.0
(5)
At Belltower Montessori Academy, we offer the children of the Corona community, ages 18 months - 2nd grade, an authentic Montessori school, which is true to the integrity of the Association Montessori Internationale. Your child will be guided through tactile lessons in peaceful, beautiful and...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Mrs. Golanski welcomed us; explained and gave us a tour of the academy; making our decision as easy as possible. She eased our minds as a new parents, having to leave our baby with strangers. She even went as far as sending me updates on Baby Elizabeth on her first...
Mrs. A
5.0
(4)
Little Hands Discovery Center is a small in home daycare serving families since 2002. My name is Lonna, I am the owner-operator, and I have over 30 years of childcare experience. I use a child centered approach to developing curriculum. I base both the learning themes and the skill level of...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ms. Lonna with Little Hands Discovery Center holds a very special place in my husband and I'd hearts. When pregnant with our first child, finding a facility who we could trust to love on and care for our baby was our number one priority, and felt impossible and...
Bri H
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Amherst, VA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Amherst, VA?
Child care centers near you in Amherst, VA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Amherst, VA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Amherst, VA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Amherst, VA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Amherst, VA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.