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Blair Care Children's Center
5.0
I wish I could give more than five stars. Blair care was recommended by a friend and it has changed my life! As a first time mother, I can leave my daughter in the hands of Blair care and feel confident that she is in the best of hands. Blair Care is a clean loving establishment, and the staff is...
- Sha D
ROSITA'S DAYCARE
5.0
I sent both my sons to Rosa's. She provided a loving, nurturing environment where they both thrived (and ate like kings!). I recommend Rosa to anyone and everyone who will listen to me!
- Gina Y
Grow And Blossom Family Daycare
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 children's environment clean and...
- Charlotte D
Just Like Home Learning Center
5.0
My baby loves them, they have a great curriculum, a fenced backyard for outside fun the owner even has a bounce house, the facility is located in a nice neighborhood it is indeed a safe little environment. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for care.
- Brittany L
Darling
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Darling Daycare. My son has gone there since he was 14 weeks old and we feel like Darling Daycare is an extension of our family. He is loved, cared for, and is always happy and full when I come pick him up. He's learning how to be a good person and a good...
- Sarah R
Daycares in Ames, IA
4.5
(8)
Affordable daycare services provided in a licensed home daycare environment located in Freeport, NY. Our program offers the benefits of a cozy, warm, home environment with a small child to provider ratio, along with the space, socialization, and structure of a daycare center. Children engage in...
5.0
"My son is 4 and had little to no daycare experience. When I began a new job and had to change my hours he needed to be in a place that I felt was not too big and overwhelming for him but still gave him the opportunity to be around a good amount of children. This is...
Javona O
5.0
(4)
Rosita's Family Daycare is a Bilingual Home Daycare with over 20 years of working experience.
Our program is designed to meet the individual needs of your child and provide them with the best learning and growing environment.
*Openings for both Full Time and Part Time Children*
5.0
"I sent both my sons to Rosa's. She provided a loving, nurturing environment where they both thrived (and ate like kings!). I recommend Rosa to anyone and everyone who will listen to me!"
Gina Y
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
(1)
Small Family, In Home Daycare. We try to keep our numbers small so We can give special care and attention to our children. The Daycare is ran out of our home located in Hampton, VA. Note Just Like Home Daycare aims to create a Safe Home like Environment. We have a nursery! Teaching and Caring for...
5.0
"My baby loves them, they have a great curriculum, a fenced backyard for outside fun the owner even has a bounce house, the facility is located in a nice neighborhood it is indeed a safe little environment. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for care."
Brittany L
Darling
8410 165th Ave NE, Redmond, WA
5.0
(2)
With current events in mind, the importance of following protocol is priority at my daycare. I love kids and do my best to make them feel the daycare as their home. I spend most of my time with kids on puzzles, books, art, and singing. I provide home made food and plenty of fruits and vegetables. It...
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Darling Daycare. My son has gone there since he was 14 weeks old and we feel like Darling Daycare is an extension of our family. He is loved, cared for, and is always happy and full when I come pick him up. He's learning how...
Sarah R
5.0
(1)
Our daycare service is different compared with others. Low prices by the hour, so if you get off work early or need to stay late you never have to worry about the kids. Our daycare provides space for your children to learn, play, and socialize with other children their age while you are away. You...
5.0
"The workers were so kind and loving towards my child. They are just starting out but it is a great little daycare for everyone. There are many discounts and my child had fun everyday."
Mary P
5.0
(1)
My name is Layla a mom of one kid , hes 4 years old, I am over of 10 years childcare experience. My home daycare based on love , care , playing and keep kids in a safe environment. Love going out with kids and do outside trips for museums, libraries, parks and a lot of fun places!! I do run a...
5.0
"Layla is just outstanding! Both of my children (ages 4 and 2) were engaged in her home daycare and they absolutely adored her. Layla was flexible about adding extra days if we needed to and was always extremely communicative. Our kids seriously love her!"
Robin G
3.8
(5)
I have been a licensed provider for many years, but the truth is, I am a provider and a mother. My whole life is your children and mine. I believe children should have a simple and healthy child hood. I choose to teach through example. I do have my CDA and I do fallow the DEL guide lines to the...
4.0
"My son and I love Ms Mariette! You can tell she cares deeply for the children she looks after. As for meeting the child first before caring for them it makes sense to me. She has a home daycare which I find to be safe and clean. My son has been going there for a...
Emily S
5.0
(1)
Fully licensed daycare center. Accepting infants, 6 weeks- 12 years of age. Before and after school care and summer care offered as well. DSS childcare assistance accepted as form of payment. Open 5AM until 6 Pm.
5.0
"Clean facility, awesome caregivers!"
Alice S
5.0
(1)
Mukilteo Rainbow Daycare is a caring and loving environment where your child can learn and grow. At our home daycare, we focus on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure your child's development. We focus on a variety of Developmental Play-based activities to offer a...
5.0
"Luanne is the best! She has watched our kids before so when I heard she was opening her own daycare, I was ecstatic! Luanne is so loving, caring and my kids absolutely adore her. It was an easy choice to enroll my baby in her daycare. Drop off and pick up are...
Maria H
4.5
(8)
Welcome to Highland Family Day Care
HIGHLAND FAMILY DAY CARE had been dedicated to providing unmatched quality day care to residents of Fall River MA. and communities beyond. We continue to offer affordable rates to families in our community,so that they do not have to travel far from home to...
5.0
"Highland Day Care is the best daycare I have seen in Fall Rivers MA. Not only do they worry about what needs to be done but they worry about how to make the parents life easier. It is very hard for me to find a flexible yet accredited day care for the simple reason...
Aileen C
5.0
(4)
We are an extraordinary European childcare. We are awarded by an Illinois Excellerate Program. It's because of our warm environment, health and safety of our children, education of our employees (all teachers have Master s degree in ECE). We are not just a licensed daycare.
We offer the best care...
5.0
"My son has been going here since she was 2 he is 4 now and we love love this school .
Great day care and great teatchers. My son loves " Happy Kids Preschool "
We so happy that we found that place"
Edyta
5.0
(4)
Ogden Christian Day care is an in-home family style child care facility. We will care for your child in a Christian environment. We have a large yard with toys and organized activities. Ogden Christian Day Care is a teaching day care. Children are taught shapes, colors, numbers and ABC's. We...
5.0
"I have 2 children, my daughter who is 4 years and my son who is 2 years old. They have been attending Ogden Christian Daycare now for over 3 years. Both my children love the staff and enjoy all the creative activities. I love how much they learn, good education...
Carrie M
5.0
(5)
My name is Kaaren and I have a small in home daycare called Kids Care By Kaaren. I am offering specialized care for your infant or toddler. I accept children from 4 weeks-2yrs. If you are not familiar with home care it is a wonderful alternative to the larger daycare settings with the same rigorous...
5.0
"Our daughter started at 6 weeks old and stay until she was 3 years old. Kaaren is an amazing caregiver and truly loves every child she cares for. Kaaren was very flexible with our schedules since part of the time we were there, my husband and I both worked in...
Amie K
5.0
(1)
The care and attention that adults give to our children is essential in making them happy. In my home, I take pride in caring for every child each day by providing the proper attention, food and space they need for healthy development. We are a family daycare, and although most of our kids are after...
5.0
"Kelly and her staff does a great job providing a safe, reliable and enriching environment for our two kids before and after school. They are very caring and nurturing. We appreciate the intimate home environment and are happy our children learn Spanish there....
Chris S
5.0
(1)
Peggy was inspired to start an in-home daycare after having two children with her husband, Ken. Taking her own experience with children and turning it into a daycare was not easy at first, but it has turned out to be a prosperous and highly recommended daycare. With more than 30 years of personal...
5.0
"Our children absolutely love Peg. You can drop your kids off and have peace of mind knowing they are loved and nurtured the way they should be. Peg teaches and reinforces the same morals and values you want your children to have. She is not just a daycare...
Michelle S
5.0
(1)
Family based daycare.
5.0
"Best in home daycare around!! Ms Sheila treats our boys like her own. I felt comfortable instantly leaving my boys in her care. She truly loves her job and it shows in her car"
Gina L
5.0
(1)
Love Bug Daycare is a play-based in-home daycare, enrolling children ages 1-12. We provide a loving & caring environment, small child to caregiver ratio, and hands-on learning experiences. We are licensed & insured, have 10+ years experience caring for children, provide all meals & snacks,...
5.0
"She provides excellent care and a lot of fun activities. They also participate in making lots of projects for memories of when your child was that young."
Tony
5.0
(11)
Lisa's Loving Care is a Group Family Day Care Home located in Levittown. At Lisa's, we offer a safe, loving, caring, and educational environment with experienced and warm staff. The children's days are filled with many activities such as circle time, music and movement, story time, math and reading...
5.0
"As a working mom, finding a suitable day care for my son was vital. Most of the individuals in my family work full-time jobs and were unable to care for my son. So, searching for a day care was my only other option if I wanted to continue my career. It was...
Christina B
5.0
(7)
Ms. Sandy has over 29 years of experience. She is devoted to providing quality in-home child-care services for ages birth through 12. Each staff member is First Aid and CPR certified and has Medical Administration Training (M.A.T.) and, more importantly, they are state licensed by Social Services...
5.0
"Ms. Sandy and her staff are incredibly detail oriented and they offer excellent care. Both of my kids had skin care issues that required a lot of maintenance-- Ms. Sandy worked extremely hard to help them with these issues. She serves excellent, healthy food and...
Holly C
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Ames, IA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Ames, IA?
Daycare centers near you in Ames, IA 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 Ames, IA?
Daycares near you in Ames, IA 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 Ames, IA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Ames, IA 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 Ames, IA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Ames, IA 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.