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Not Your Ordinary Day Care
5.0
Just seeing that I somehow rated this a 4??? That was such a mistake!!! 5star all the way!!! About to send my youngest here!! So excited!!
- Paige C
Honey Bunch Of Stink Weeds
5.0
Alisha is wonderful with my son! She understands the family needs and works to support those. The child receives love first and foremost while she helps them learn the developmental needs for each stage of their growth. I love that she sends pictures of my child throughout the day so that I can see...
- Leann T
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
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
Lisa's Loving Care
5.0
Lisa's Loving Care is run by the most caring, trustworthy, and experienced professional. Lisa truly loves the children who attend her school. She carefully chooses fun and appropriately challenging activities. The children are taught to care about each other and use their manners.
Lisa has been...
- Mary E
Daycares in Dayton, IA
4.2
(5)
Hello Not Your Ordinary Day Care has been around since Aug. 2014. We are a small loving in home daycare that loves children and love to teach them.
Your child will enjoy:
*Developmental Domains
*Inside - Outside Activities
*Story Time & Fun time
*Crafts
*And lots of TLC
5.0
"My son has been going here since he was 9 weeks old. He is happy and healthy. Always enjoys coming here and is always well taken care of. My family and I are very happy with the love and attention provided by all of the caretakers here. I highly recommend Not Your...
Heather
5.0
(2)
Family is the most important thing! That s why at Honey Bunch of Stink weeds we strive to make this a family centered daycare. Stink Weeds is a family run in home daycare that prides itself in being a home away from home for the families we serve. We have created a warm and welcoming environment...
5.0
"I feel so secure leaving my son here with Alisha. She cares so much for my son and all the other children here and gives every one of them the love and nurturing they need. I love that she's willing to send me photo updates to capture the moments I miss. I can tell...
Christopher
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
(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
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
(8)
Family day care in Newton center, close to the Newton Free Library. Two adults take care of six children, speaking Chinese and English. Five nutritious meals included each day. 10 years experience. Provider has an early education degree.
5.0
"Amy's day care is a great place for kids before they go to school. Amy is a very nice and experienced teacher that she guided my little boy who has stayed with mammy for two years at home very quickly to start and enjoy his daycare life. I really appreciate what...
Cuiyan X
5.0
(17)
Brandon's Day Care
Fun and loving environment
In our day care children participate in arts and crafts and a stimulating environment for all children
Providers have child development and nutrition training and are CPR certified
Organic foods are given to kids as part of their...
5.0
"Our family loves Guilla, her family and her daycare! It was very tough choosing a daycare for my 12 week old baby, but Guilla and her mom took such good care of her that I was able to go back to work with ease. I sent my next two children there as well, and had...
Jenny S
5.0
(8)
Hello, my name is Roxy and I have a licensed in-home daycare called Roxy's Rascals. I have been providing daycare for 34 years. I was a former Sunday school teacher.
I am preschool oriented. I am on the food program. Fenced yard, no pets. Reasonable rates. When children come to my home, I like for...
5.0
"Roxy is the best teacher throughout West Saint Paul she is understanding and very passionate about her kids and what she does I thank you so much and if I can rate 100 Stars it will be just that thank you so much Roxy"
Eleaisha J
5.0
(2)
In Home Daycare offering a structured schedule, extended hours and weekend hours! Visit our website to contact us! www.kiddieclouddaycare.webs.com
5.0
"My son used to attend here for overnights and early morning. Brianna would always feed him a good breakfast and get him to camp on time. He liked her."
Sabrina
5.0
(4)
Marian's Family Daycare is an in home daycare and preschool program, offering a nurturing and loving environment for children ages 6 months through 5 years. I hold a state of California Teacher Permit and have been in business since 1981.
We are Licensed Family Childcare Professionals operating...
5.0
"My daughter has been at Marian's since 2010. I absolutely would not move her. Marian and Mike are warm and caring and it's obvious how much they enjoy the children. Each child is treated as an individual with respect to their needs and wants. My daughter loves...
Tressa O
5.0
(8)
We are a daycare currently residing in a quiet part of Winchester, MA.
We take care of all children between the ages of infancy to 5 years.
Tiny Tots daycare offers a range of educational services depending on the age of the child. For babies and toddlers we cover a range of subjects such as Colors,...
5.0
"My 18 months old son has been in this family day care since he was 10 months old. He loves it here. When I drop him off, he doesn't cry but walks right to Mrs. Z. He receives care, love, and attention that he needs. Mrs. Z has competent personality and quality....
Lei W
5.0
(3)
Full-time family home daycare provider.
Includes:
-Nutritious meals;
-School preparedness training;
-Arts and crafts;
-Huge backyard;
-Fun outings; and
-Plenty of free play!
5.0
"Excellent, loving environment. My child loves going to day care here. When he comes home he's happy and eager to talk about all he has learned."
Amanda M
5.0
(20)
Elham Small Family Home Child Daycare.
My rates are very reasonable compared to the high rates of preschool, and your kid would learn similar educational material that they would in preschool. I provide holiday, overnight or weekend care with notice in advance.
I have been running my daycare for...
5.0
"I LOVED my son being with Elham. He was there from 4 months to 4 years old. I couldn't ask for a more clean, caring, attentive, happy environment to bring my son to every day. Also, the neighborhood that she lives in is beautiful. Braden is 6 years old and...
Shalena B
3.0
(2)
Daycare provider since 2002. Loving and caring home daycare. We provide stimulating environment and emotional support. We do pre-school activities as soon as they reach 2years old and above. We interact with babies and all the children under our care. We provide breakfast,lunch and snacks. Come and...
5.0
"My 5 year old son and 2 year old daughter have both been going to Joy since they were 3 months old and I feel incredibly lucky to have found her. Joy has a natural ability to lovingly care for children unlike anyone else I have ever encountered. Her beautifully...
Charley D
5.0
(1)
Queen Bee Home Daycare is a loving in home daycare located in Shoreline. We are a fun and loving daycare. We are a play based learning experience with lots of learning activities. Come join our bee hive.
5.0
"Our son started at Queen Bee when he was 6 months old. We go three days a week and he is now 14 months old. He has learned so much, Amila is so sweet and amazing. We are lucky to have her in our sons life. He is always happy when he comes home and loves his daycare...
Kelsey R
5.0
(1)
With over 3 years of experience working in Star Bright Center and Early Little Discovery Daycare and Center, and 30 years of teaching elementary school students, we are pleased to have you and take care of your child to our best ability.
We welcome parents and children of any gender, race,...
5.0
"very passionate teachers and they care about children."
Tasha N
Lisa's Little Angels Certified Daycare Home & Preschool
1631 Watercrest Ct., Romeoville, IL
Costimate: $196/wk
5.0
(1)
Preschool program offered with tuition.
I am a state certified daycare provider/owner with CPR/First Aid qualified. If you are looking for a home away from home for your child, someone that will raise your children the way you would if you were able to stay home then look no more. I am a certified...
5.0
"Treats the kids like her own. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my babies"
Lisa Q
5.0
(13)
Bright Blossoms Daycare is a NYS licensed group family daycare serving children from 6 weeks old through Pre-Kindergarten. We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks will be served daily. All meals and snacks served will be organic.
Our Daycare program...
5.0
"We could not be more grateful for the care that Muna and her staff has given our girls since day 1! Our 2 year old talks about Muna daily, as if she is a part of our family (which she really has been for the past year). Every time we drop our girls off at Bright...
Tracey
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
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Ama's Daycare with more than 20 years of experience in childcare.
A wonderful home based professional day care in a spacious area with plenty of natural light. All children age groups are welcome!
- Located at Maleady Drive, Herndon VA (near Worldgate)
- 20+ years of professional...
5.0
"Our little one loves Ama's Day care and we are fortunate to have Sarita Thapa for providing good care. Moreover, she instills good habits and does a fantastic job to excel not only socially but also academically. Our little one loves home cooked healthy means at...
Pradip K
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Dayton, IA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Dayton, IA?
Daycare centers near you in Dayton, 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 Dayton, IA?
Daycares near you in Dayton, 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 Dayton, IA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Dayton, 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 Dayton, IA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Dayton, 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.