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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
Lynnies Daycare
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 much over the years. I can't...
- Christina
Jenny Winn In Home Day Care
5.0
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- Mary S
Becky's Home Daycare
5.0
We have had all 4 of our children here at various times since 2002. From Newborn to school age and even summer coverage. Becky is always nice, always accommodating, dependable and honest. My two oldest are tops in their classes, and I honestly feel it is because of the environment.
- Mark
SuperMe
5.0
A great daycare! Loving , nurturing environment. Art and music classes. Our twins love this daycare and are doing so well because of the great curriculum! Highly recommend this day care.
- Sharon S
Daycares in Fort Dodge, IA
5.0
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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
"I's so thrilled to see Lisa is still in business and taking care of children. My twin boys are now 24 years old, lol, but they went to Lisa's from 2 1/2 to 5 1/2. They have fond memories there and I loved the folks there too. I was a single mom and it was a tough...
Emily F
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
"Lynn has been watching my children for 4 years. As a first time Mom I was incredibly anxious about leaving my children with someone other than family but Lynn has become like family. She is clearly passionate about her job and invested in making the lives of our...
Erin T
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
"I couldn't be happier with our experience with Jenny. It is clear that she loves what she does in the way she talks about how my son did while I was at work. I know he is in good care because often when I pick him up, he'd rather stay and play with the other...
Stephanie S
5.0
(2)
Home Daycare in Danbury, CT.
My name is Becky Linster and I have 5 children, ages 21-29.
I have been caring for children in my home for 25 plus years.
I am state licensed.
I care for children infant and up.
We do Mother Goose Times, learning and playing.
References available.
Great...
5.0
"We have had all 4 of our children here at various times since 2002. From Newborn to school age and even summer coverage. Becky is always nice, always accommodating, dependable and honest. My two oldest are tops in their classes, and I honestly feel it is because of...
Mark
5.0
(3)
Welcome to SuperMe family oriented daycare that goes beyond just daycare. We are accepting children from infants to kindergarten-age, and providing service by highly trained teachers, nurture children to reach developmental milestones while ensuring they become confident, joyful and fully prepared...
5.0
"A great daycare! Loving , nurturing environment. Art and music classes. Our twins love this daycare and are doing so well because of the great curriculum! Highly recommend this day care."
Sharon S
5.0
(5)
HappyKidz Licensed Family Day Care run by Early Education (EEC) and state certified day care provider with CPR/First Aid certification.
Fully licensed by EEC and approved to operate during COVID-19 pandemic
I am a patient, caring, loving reliable professional looking to care for your child....
5.0
"My little one went to HappyKidz daycare when he was 7 months old, Madhu took very good care of him, she did play time and he was very active and comfortable in daycare."
Manasa
5.0
(26)
A state of the art, fully renovated facility offering daycare for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
5.0
"Our daughter Alice joined HLC Minis in May 2016 and now she is a Trimi starting September 2016. This is the place where she loves to be and these are the people whom she is missing so much when she does not see them for a few days. We wanted to thank Maddy...
Anna V
5.0
(4)
Reezaa daycare is an organization that provides day care services in Kent area, This mid-sized child care facility serves children from 0 to Toddlers. Their services are safe and secure, providing the parents with an excellent place where their children can be taken care of by the professionals. WE...
5.0
"Hello,
So my daughter is 6.5 m almost 7 we started 3 weeks ago. I work nights so I had to drop her off when she wakes up around 9am. My daughter loves her. Every time my daughter sees her she's excited. She keeps me updated when I ask. She is flexible when I have...
Mckenzie N
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
(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
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)
Hello!
My name is Meme and I am a licensed childcare provider and I have my own home daycare.
I have worked in other daycares for about 7 years and I have had my own daycare for more than 10 years.
I love working with children and take my job very seriously to provide children the best care,...
5.0
"We love Meme ! My grandson adores her ! She is kind, loving and patient. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives."
Adrianne D
5.0
(3)
With over 30 years experience, I am confident your child will thrive both socially and academically in a clean, safe and fun home daycare environment.
Prior to opening my daycare 8 years ago, I was a Paraprofessional in a Preschool Special Education Classroom for many years, as well as an...
5.0
"Carol was an absolute godsend for our son. He has always been a bit shy and sensitive and Carol gave him exactly what he needed to feel comfortable. She nurtured when he felt apprehensive, she was firm when he needed redirection, and she praised when he had good...
Mallory
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of three girls under the age of 10, and own and operate a Massachusetts EEC-licensed family daycare, licensed for up to 8 children, with immediate availability! Contact me to arrange a visit. Large fenced in yard. I have been teaching in early childhood education for approximately 18...
5.0
"My son has been with Tammy since he was 4 months old, now 18 months old. Tammy has been an excellent daycare provider and made my transition back to teaching as a first time parent so much easier. She is caring, attentive, communicative, and always planning...
Danielle R
5.0
(1)
Charlotte's Web Preschool is new to the Ithaca area and has openings for this September! We enroll children, ages 2 1/2 - 5. There is a morning program, an afternoon program, and an option for all day care.
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
4.0
(4)
Teachable Moments is a family daycare located in New Castle, DE. We specialize in childcare and education for infants through kindergarten. In addition, we provide after school care for elementary school children including homework help.
5.0
"My daughter attended Teachable Moments since she was 2 years old. She is now in kindergarten and thanks to Lynda at Teachable Moments, she helped prepare her. She is great when it comes to communicating about my child and always makes sure to give updates on any of...
Noi S
5.0
(1)
The Sunshine Daycare is a licensed home daycare/preschool (lic. # 414001557) located in a quiet neighborhood in San Mateo close to hwys 92 and 101. I have been operating my daycare out of my home for the last 22 years and have 33 years of childcare experience. I work together with employee who has...
5.0
"Wow! Sunshine daycare is an amazing environment for your little one. Karla and her team are so attentive, loving, caring and just wonderful people. Karla took our son in after we had to move him from a different daycare. He transition to her daycare was easy and...
Shelly R
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
"My son has been at Amy's Daycare 4-5 days a week for the past year and we have nothing but great things to say about the experience. Amy is highly reliable and caring and prices are reasonable. She takes him on walks, play time in her fenced yard and feeds him...
Ryan
5.0
(4)
Mais Daycare goes beyond just day care. We have been providing home child care since 2015 from infants to kindergarten-age children. We are inspiring and encouraging children to play, learn, experiment and get messy while ensuring they become confident, joyful, and well mannered.
Mais Daycare...
5.0
"she is super nice nany, she raised my kids since he was 6 month old but unfortunately we moved to California. she take care of my kids as he is hers and love him and take care of him , she used to do alot of activities and my son spend a wonderful time with him."
Layla S
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Fort Dodge, IA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Fort Dodge, IA?
Daycare centers near you in Fort Dodge, 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 Fort Dodge, IA?
Daycares near you in Fort Dodge, 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 Fort Dodge, IA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Fort Dodge, 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 Fort Dodge, IA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Fort Dodge, 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.