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Smallfreckles Home Day Care
5.0
We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting lots of attention and kindness. We highly recommend Small Freckles!
- Kristen D
Sanz Day Care
5.0
Sanz Daycare has been a wonderful place to send my son for full-time care! The facility is clean and invites learning and creativity for many ages. The facility has different learning stations, toys for all ages, a separate napping area and eating area, and an outdoor play space. Sana is incredibly...
- Emily U
Ms. Lourdes Family Day Care
5.0
Mrs Lourdes is amazing! She is calm, caring and loving with the children. You can tell she lives what she does and is great at it. She has cared for my son from 1 year old until 4. We are so sad that we had to move away, but my son still facetimes with her and the other kids still at the...
- Ginger C
Little Footsteps
5.0
Little Footsteps is the perfect place to bring an infant or toddler. Mrs Zane is a very experienced and safety conscious individual. We have recommended Little Footsteps to others and they have equally been impressed with the outstanding care that is provided.
- Sam W
On My Way To Carol's House
5.0
Miss Carol provides a fun, safe environment for kids. My two kids loved their time there. She is the best.
- Kelly K
Daycares in Alachua, FL
Teaching Learning Tech is an educational facility that serves the community of Gainesville FL. It offers a comprehensive early childhood program and provides developmentally appropriate curriculum that enhance children's emotional, social, and intellectual skills. The center promotes active learning...
5.0
(1)
We'll promise to take the best care of your kid. Our home daycare is new, comfortable, safe, clean atmosphere. Working Monday to Friday full time and part time, CPR & First Aid trained, State licensed for Home Day Care in Falls Church Age appropriate activities (reading,music, arts). We speak...
5.0
"We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting lots of attention and kindness. We highly recommend Small Freckles!"
Kristen D
5.0
(1)
Sanz Daycare is a Registered Home Day Care that provides many special offers for both Children and Parents. We offer an environment where kids can be kids, they learn, play and grow together. Please call for more information.
5.0
"Sanz Daycare has been a wonderful place to send my son for full-time care! The facility is clean and invites learning and creativity for many ages. The facility has different learning stations, toys for all ages, a separate napping area and eating area, and an...
Emily U
5.0
(11)
Miss Lourdes Family Day Care, (a licensed business) provides an enriched and nurturing learning environment that has helped my Little Explorers get ahead. The Home Daycare is located in Wellington and reflects the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the area. I have a small group of students which...
5.0
"My son goes to Ms. Lourdes Family Daycare. He has been there since he was 8 weeks old and he's now just over 3 years old. Not only is he advanced beyond others his age, he understands Spanish and has become such a joy to watch grow. I wish I could take all of the...
Melissa M
3.0
(4)
Little Footsteps is a new licensed family daycare located in Kahala. The staff is state licensed. The day care provides service for children who are two months to 12 years.
5.0
"Mrs. Zane is an extremely caring and competent care giver. Her background in early childhood education is a huge asset. She deeply cares for the children and runs her program like a preschool. Because of the structure that is given, children have an easy time...
Joelle M
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Carol. I will care for children creatively, artfully, responsibly, lovingly, and safely so that parents or caregivers can feel at ease while at work or on a getaway. My services include daycare, baby-sitting and overnight care.
Services Offered:
*Daily, weekly and monthly full service day...
5.0
"Miss Carol provides a fun, safe environment for kids. My two kids loved their time there. She is the best."
Kelly K
5.0
(5)
Hi, my name is Lynn and I have been running a licensed home daycare in Haverhill for over 25 years. I offer quality childcare at affordable rates. I provide a loving, safe and nurturing environment for your child while you are at work. Lynnies day care provides the learning experience of a preschool...
5.0
"It can be difficult as a parent to leave your children in someone else's care but I found so much comfort knowing that they were in Lynn's care. Lynn has a heart of gold and was made to care for children. She has loved, comforted, encouraged and taught my boys so...
Christina
5.0
(1)
In-home day care based in North Laurel/ Maple Lawn/Columbia
Licensed and certified by Howard County Family Child Care Provider.
5.0
"My son has been going to First Step Day Care since he was four months old, he is now 2. Ms. Zeba has provided excellent care for him. Every day he comes home with a big smile on his face singing songs that he has learned. Ms. Zeba is patient, kind, and treats...
Lakeshia W
5.0
(1)
Ms. Dawn's Home Daycare is a place to grow and learn in a comfortable and loving environment.
20+ years of experience.
Associates in early childhood.
CPR certified.
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks served,
Daily toddler and preschool activities.
5.0
"Dawn has been a blessing to our family. I have seen such immense growth in my 5-year-old over the last year. From her speech to how she interacts with others outside of the home. From the moment you walk into the door you can feel the genuine love she has for all...
Amanda C
5.0
(8)
I run a personal In Home Day Care out of my home. I have a small tri-level home with three play areas. I have a nice eating space, a big backyard, and lots of toys, games, and arts and crafts. I have been an In Home Day Care provider for 10 years. I had my own daughter who is now 11 in an In Home...
5.0
"Jenny is an excellent day care provider. She provides a calm environment for the children. She teaches, reads, and provides meals. Healthy meals are always must in her house. She helped potty train my two children. She rewarded them when they did well.She is very...
Carmen N
5.0
(5)
We are a full time day care schedule , We accept one month through four year age, we provide breakfast, lunch and pm snack .we do full year curriculums and we have a beautiful home daycare sitting and a full-size playground outside (in own backyard).I have 23 years of daycare experience. thanks!
5.0
"As We Grow Academy is highly structured , which helps our little one to carry the same routine at home . May really has the best interest of each child at heart and will provide you honest suggestions. They provide a variety of nutritious food for breakfast, lunch...
Kevina
5.0
(8)
At Dove Daycare, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our curriculum uses fun, hands-on activities throughout early education to help children develop intellectually, socially, and cognitively. We provide safe and stimulating...
5.0
"Mrs.B is amazing. My daughter loves it there and always gets excited when we arrive each morning. I never have to worry about my daughter because I know Mrs. B will take care of her like her own."
Leah W
5.0
(13)
Parentz View Child Care is a Large Licensed In Home Family Day Care located in Costa Mesa, in the Mesa Verde housing track. I've been in business for 11 years now. I originally started my daycare after having a bad experience with a Licensed provider where my daughter attended. After that ordeal I...
5.0
"Nicole previously cared for our older daughter who is now 6, from the age of 8 months to 3 years old and took excellent care of her. When we decided to have another baby, we knew we wanted Nicole to take care of her as well. Our new baby girl has been at Parentz...
Janelle G
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a daycare provider located in Ellicott City/Marriottsridge/Waverly area and very close to Rte 40/I-70/Frederick Rd. I am a proud mom and have been providing daycare services for last 13 years with previous elementary teaching experience. I provide arts, crafts, music, and a preschool...
5.0
"I have enrolled my daughter in Tahmina's daycare from 9 months to 4 years old. Still, when school is closed, she comes over. There are many activities for kids and she is reasonable and understanding. Her price is very fair. My kids are very comfortable at her...
Mary L
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
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 were very happy with Ladan's daycare for our daughter. We started when she was 3 months old and knew she was in a caring and loving environment. Everything was clean and our daughter was always happy when we dropped her off and picked her up."
Katie H
5.0
(2)
Grow and Blossom Family Daycare is a small daycare that provides a nurturing, fun, and safe environment for children to socialize, learn and grow.
SMALL DAYCARE
Bilingual: English/Spanish.
Accept subsidized program.
Nutritional meals and snacks provided.
Full-time, Part-time, and Drop in...
5.0
"We found Grow and Blossom Daycare when our oldest was 20 months and our second was just barely on his way. We were first impressed with with how organized and visually stimulating the children's play area was. We appreciate how diligent Celina is at keeping the...
Charlotte D
5.0
(2)
Nice Time Day Care is a licensed family day care providing childcare to families. We offer programs for wide range of ages from 3 months to 6 years. We provide various educational activities with Montessori material and provide more play time for your kids in our large backyard play area.Our goal is...
5.0
"Uma took us in last minute when we were visiting Long Beach for 3 weeks. We will go back to her again and would recommend her to our family and friends. What I like most about this day care is it is clean, filled with activities, and has space for the kids to enjoy...
Harinder S
Small World Child Day Care Preschool Learning Center - Blaine
1390 Paul Parkway NE, Blaine, MN
Costimate: $194/wk
3.7
(7)
Small World Child Day Care Centers are not your average licensed accredited daycare in Blaine, Champlin, Maple Grove, Chanhassen, Farmington, Eagan, Woodbury, Inver Grove Heights MN. At Small World our goal is to produce happy, intelligent, and well-adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing...
5.0
"We have been bringing our kids to Small World Learning Center for over 3 years and we love it. The teachers are compassionate, patient, and friendly. Small World's curriculum is top notch. Both our kids have learned so much! They use DailyConnect to keep us updated...
Kelsey D
4.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Kathryn Schneider,
A LITTLE ABOUT ME:
I have always loved working with children my whole life, I started off babysitting and being an in home nanny. While doing that I went to school for early childhood education and development. Not long after finishing school, I started...
5.0
"Great caregiver that is extremely attentive to the children and very accomodating with my schedule. Kathryn has a very kind and warm attitude. Highly recommend!"
Juan G
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Alachua, FL
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Alachua, FL?
Daycare centers near you in Alachua, FL offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Alachua, FL?
Daycares near you in Alachua, FL provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Alachua, FL?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Alachua, FL for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Alachua, FL?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Alachua, FL include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.