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We have 60 daycares in Dover, PA! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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Dover Inspire

5.0(4)

3 mi

3350 ALTA VISTA RD DOVER, PA

Welcome to Kids & Company Dover! This location was formerly called “Aa to Zz”, but has since been purchased by Kids & Company and now operates with our staff and proprietary programming. Our location is proudly endorsed by Eco-Healthy Child Care®, a program that partners with child care professionals to eliminate environmental hazards in early learning settings with the goal of protecting the health of children and staff. You can’t miss our large red building (that was previously a firehouse!) that is directly behind the McDonald’s off Route 74. Our standalone building provides a quiet and private environment for children to learn, and we have a small parking lot out front that parents can use during pick-up and drop-off. There are also bus stops nearby for families travelling by transit. Inside the building you’ll find spacious classrooms that are separated by half-walls, making it a cozy and intimate environment for children and staff. Classrooms are colorful, light-filled, and full of educational and age-appropriate toys. Outside we have a fenced-in mulch area with structures for children that are ready to run, jump, and climb. There is another fenced-in play space that is open and equipped with toys for younger children who are just developing their gross motor skills. Our 6 classrooms can accommodate 117 children in our Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten Prep, and School Age programs. The School Age program runs Before and After School care, School Break care, and Summer Camp. Transit from Dover Elementary, North Salem Elementary, Leib Elementary and Weiglestown Elementary is provided by the school district. Children that are 6 years and under are welcome on a full-time or part-time (3 full days or 5 half days) basis, with backup care being available on an ad-hoc basis. At Kids & Company, we use an emergent curriculum and learn-through-play philosophy. This means children are presented with learning opportunities in direct response to their individual interests and skills. Our children are immersed in experiences that enhance language, literacy, a sense of music and rhythm, and socialization so that they may develop independence, confidence and a positive sense of self and the world around them. We serve our children breakfast, lunch, and snacks each day, all prepared in our on-site kitchens. Formula is also available for our Infants. We are proud members of the Keystone STARS (Standards, Training/Professional Development, Assistance, Resources, and Supports) program, a rating system that promotes quality improvement in early learning and development programs and school-age child care. Early learning programs participating in Keystone STARS are rated from STAR 1 to a STAR 4. We have been rated as STAR 4, the highest rating, meaning our staff education, learning environment, leadership/management, and family/community partnerships meet the highest performance standards!

Lisa C. says "Small class sizes, qualified and quality teachers, amazing parent/teacher communication, and very strong curriculum. JrK classes super helpful for families...

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Jodi's Daycare

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

2610 Rock Creek Dr Dover, PA

I've been caring for children full-time for 19+ years now. I love what I do. We work on social skills, school readiness, crafting, games, coloring, abc's &amp; 123's. We are play based and incorporate learning naturally. We like to take field trips to the park, library apple orchard and other fun places. Breakfast, snack and lunch are included. I have my FBI, Child abuse and criminal clearances. I have references available and have had CPR and first aid training.

Lacey D. says "Jodi has cared for my children for 6 years. She's phenomenal. She does crafts, learning, lots of outside and free play and takes kids on walks and to the...

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Creative Kids Day Care Ii

5.0(2)

< 1 mi

3150 CARLISLE RD DOVER, PA

Care Member says " Where to start… My family has been part of this family for about 16 years and 5 children later we are still part of the family! (my oldest will be 21)...

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The Learning Tree On Hillview

4152 Hillview Court Dover, PA

< 1 mi

The Learning Tree on Hillview is the only quality family child care program in the Dover area that provides a preschool program that guarantees your child will be kindergarten ready. Our curriculum also includes anti-bias (bullying), social-l emotional, and citizenship at no extra charge to parents - everything is included in one affordable package. WE WILL OPEN ON AUGUST 20, 2013 as a PA DPW registered family child care home serving the Dover and northern York County. Benefits to Parents A high level of individualized attention for your child due our small group and low teacher to child ratio. All meals all home-cooked from scratch using fresh foods. Children will learn to make healthy food choices. Conveniently located in a safe, quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by farmlands and natural habitat to observe and study. Teacher is PQAS certified and teaches family child care providers, advocating for PA Core Learning Standards and family child care standards.
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Blooming Lotus Child Care

1260 Brooke Dr Dover, PA

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Quality child care with a focus on providing a safe and loving environment. Learning is child directed with a focus on motor skills, creative expression, dramatic play and reading. Homemade meals,made from scratch are all included, and we participate in the Child Food Program. Our child care space is set up to involve children in every facet of the day and allows them to choose what their interests are. Family involvement is important and parent meetings are held twice a year to review your child's progress and ensure a happy child care arrangement. My fees are competitive and I accept CCIS. I believe every child should have access to quality child care.
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New Creation Station

3005 Emig Mill Road Dover, PA

< 1 mi

New Creations Station's goal is to provide a safe and loving environment, in this environment teachers use a hands on approach to providing a wealth of opportunities for discoveries, new experiences, problem solving, and accomplishments for the children in our care. We believe that all areas of a young child's development (social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritually) are integrated and that optimal development of these areas is derived from positive and supportive relationships with adults. Regardless of your religious creed, we believe that spiritual and moral development is also vital for well-developed children. We view each child as a unique and special person with his or her own pattern and timing of growth.
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Buckler Family Daycare

Majestic Court Dover, PA

< 1 mi

I am a former teacher whose dream was to stay at home and open a daycare! I have my degree in Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education. Before I opened my home daycare, I worked at a Star 4 facility for 2 years as a teacher and assistant director. I have many years experience in the childcare field. I use the PA standards as my guideline, and work one on one with children according to their needs. My ratios are very low. I would love to take care of your children :)
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Lisa's Home Daycare

1819 Hilton Ave Dover, PA

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I am not just starting out or earning extra money. I am a state licensed daycare provider with all current First aid and CPR courses required by the state. I have been providing daycare in my home for over 18 years and have been licensed for 8 years. All of my inspections have been 100% in compliance so you can be sure that your children will be in a safe environment. I have a large yard with plenty of activities. I work to prepare the children for school by teaching them how to count, learn colors, and their ABC's among other learning activities. Your children will no just be parked in font of a television. I will provide you with excellent references from parents who have trusted me with their children's care for many years.
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Danielle Andersons Family Daycare

3017 Solar Dr Dover, PA

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Danielle Anderson's Family Daycare is a home-based child care provider that serves the community of Dover PA. It offers a nurturing environment and provides appropriate activities that enhance children's developmental abilities. The home center has a capacity of twelve children and operates Mondays through Fridays.
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New Creation Station

3005 EMIG MILL RD DOVER, PA

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New Creation Station is a daycare facility that seeks to establish a positive child care relationship that helps children develop their cognitive and social skills. Their child care center located at 3005 Emig Mill Rd, Dover, PA is dedicated to serving children living in the community and nearby areas.
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Summer Care

3259 Walker Avenue Dover, PA

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Hi everyone! I'm a music teacher with summers off, and I have school age children. I'm available to provide music lessons (voice and/or piano) as well as child care for school age children. We belong to the private pool club so I can bring your children to the pool also. We can include the pool fee(s) into the child care rates. My rates are $100 per week (with no pool) or $150 with). I'm willing to negotiate all rates. If you have more than one child we can negotiate. Piano/voice lessons are $25 for 1/2 hour up to age 10 and $40 for 45 min lesson for ages 11 up. I'm looking forward to a summer of fun for all!
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Totally Clean By Tiny

1619 Blue Jay Dr Dover, PA

< 1 mi

Totally Clean By Tiny provides children (birth to school age) and their families with a safe, nurturing environment to allow them to meet their full potential. Children will learn through play based, meaningful experiences based on individual development in a consistent continuum across the ages.
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School House Learning Center

2900 Schoolhouse Rd Dover, PA

< 1 mi

School House Learning Center is an early development facility at 2900 Schoolhouse Rd, Dover, PA that is dedicated to children's education and welfare. That's why School House Learning Center works hard to provide a cost-effective and reliable child care that adapts to every child's learning need and goal.
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Brenda S McKinsey

101 Delwood Dr Dover, PA

< 1 mi

Brenda McKinsey in Dover, Pennsylvania seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.
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Weigelstown Child Care Center

2970 GRENWAY RD DOVER, PA

< 1 mi

Weigelstown Child Care Center is an early development center that provides a comfortable place where children can come to learn and make new friends. Their child care center, conveniently located at 2970 Grenway Rd, Dover, PA, is a registered child care business in the state of Pennsylvania.
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Robin's Nest Child Care

3350 Alta Vista Rd Dover, PA

< 1 mi

Located in Dover, Pennsylvania, Robin's Nest Child Care aims to provide a safe and nurturing environment. It promotes every child's expression and development. It utilizes a multi-sensory approach to educating young children. It fosters every child's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
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Weigelstown Child Care, LLC

1.0(1)

< 1 mi

2411 Emig Mill Rd. Dover, PA

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Little Ducklings Day Care

4.0(4)

10 mi

644 ANNETTE DR York, PA

Little Ducklings is now accepting full and part time kiddos! Full time $150/week Part time $40/day Ages: Infant-Toddler Hours: 6am-6pm (allowed up to 8 hours per day between these hours. If more hours are required please let me know so I can better accommodate you.) Little Ducklings Daycare is a fun filled learning home that offers age appropriate learning activities for children of all ages. Throughout the day the children will be involved in craft time, singing, reading, play time, lunch, learning time, and nap/quiet time. For more information on how to enroll your child please call or send a message. Thank you. 570.541.5842 Https://www.facebook.com/LittleDucklings9907/ https://littleducklingsday9.wixsite.com/littleducklings

Destinee says "She offers a friendly, kind, learning environment for kids of every age. My daughter was 9 months old when she started at little ducklings. I can say that...

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KIDS COLLEGE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

5.0(4)

7 mi

577 MARYLAND AVE YORK, PA

We are a Reggio Inspired center whose mission is to provide a holistic approach to development. We are licensed and regulated by the State of PA and take pride on exceeding state standards and regulations. This is truly a place for children to learn and grow 🌱

Care Member says "Great place, my daughters enjoy going to daycare everyday they are learning how to deal with their emotions, how to share, the program is amazing, with...

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Zwingli Christian School & Educational Daycare

5.0(1)

8 mi

403 West King Street East Berlin, PA

Zwingli Christian School &amp; Educational Childcare Center offers quality programs in safe loving environment for young children and infants at competitive rates. We have a dedicated long term staff, with some members working at the center for more than 10 years. State certified &amp; inspected with a Keystone Stars accreditation level 2. Full time and part time availability to meet the needs of working families. CCIS child care subsidies accepted. Infants accepted at 6 weeks. We offer full time daycare and a separate pre-school program to prepare young learners to enter kindergarten. Before and after school care for school aged children with bus pick up and snow day coverage.

Kate B. says "My child has attended here since 3 months old and is now almost 3 years old. The staff is wonderful and you can feel confident that your child is in good...

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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Dover, PA

Daycares in Dover, PA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Dover Inspire

Small class sizes, qualified and quality teachers, amazing parent/teacher communication, and very strong curriculum. JrK classes super...

- Lisa C.

Jodi's Daycare

Jodi has cared for my children for 6 years. She's phenomenal. She does crafts, learning, lots of outside and free play and takes kids on...

- Lacey D.

Creative Kids Day Care Ii

Where to start… My family has been part of this family for about 16 years and 5 children later we are still part of the family! (my oldest...

- Care member

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Dover, PA

Daycare centers near you in Dover, PA 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.

Daycares near you in Dover, PA 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.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Dover, PA 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.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Dover, PA 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.

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