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Mary Legere Home Daycare
5.0
There are not enough wonderful things that I can think of to say about Mary! She had our son sleep trained in a matter of weeks, which improved his behavior so much. We are so grateful that we had her as our provider for so many years. Moving away was hard!! If you choose to bring your child here,...
- Heather H
Aiello Family Child Care
5.0
The Aiellos are phenomenal! The space is warm and filled with light; the days consist of songs, art/projects/learning and outdoor play. The children are nurtured and urged to explore. I can't imagine a better place for our children to grow. Incredible experience!
- Arden A
Sandmann Family Day Care
5.0
Our son went to Sandmann for about 2 years and absolutely loved it! Great teachers, very attentive and caring. In 2 years there were no accidents. During COVID they had no cases. Great food! Lots of activities. We were sad to leave but it was time to start pre school
- Aigerim S
Carol's Home Daycare
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 behavior. I always felt comfortable...
- Mallory
Diana T's Daycare
4.0
One of the nicest day care around aea. Well organized and very scholastic set up center. Courteous and very professional owner, friendly and warming place for your children.
- Diana T
Daycares in Old Lyme, CT
4.6
(12)
Hi, my name is Mary Legere;
I am a license daycare provider, License # 304300386.
Located In Mission Viejo Off Marguerite Pkway, between Oso Pkway and Crown Valley.
Open Monday-Friday
Flexible Hours Full-Time: $250.00 a Week.
BabySitting Available for Day Care Families Only $15.00...
5.0
"There are not enough wonderful things that I can think of to say about Mary! She had our son sleep trained in a matter of weeks, which improved his behavior so much. We are so grateful that we had her as our provider for so many years. Moving away was hard!! If you...
Heather H
5.0
(3)
Spanish/English immersion daycare and preschool catering to kids 0-4 years.
5.0
"The Aiellos have welcomed our boy with open arms and a surplus of creativity. Their space is both tactile and safe providing a number of activities to sate our toddler's burgeoning curiosity. They make every day fun which is no small feat given the constraints that...
Jason B
5.0
(6)
Welcome to Sandmann Family Day Care!
Sandmann Family Day Care is a bilingual childcare program, German and English, located in the heart of Noe Valley in San Francisco.
We provide loving and professional care for children between the ages of 15 to 48 months. Our bilingual program offers a play-...
5.0
"Our daughter has been in Sandmann for a year, and we have absolutely loved every single day. She goes to school and cannot wait to wave to me from the window so she can go and play with her friends.
For us, it was important that she is a safe and loving...
Relja M
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
4.0
(1)
Home daycare for children up to 5 years old.
4.0
"One of the nicest day care around aea. Well organized and very scholastic set up center. Courteous and very professional owner, friendly and warming place for your children."
Diana T
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
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
"I highly recommend Marian's Family Daycare. We enrolled my when my daughter was 1.5 & at first I was slighlty skeptical of a home daycare but wanted a more nuturing, individualized environment for my (we were coming for a large day care center). Marian has met &...
Karen A
5.0
(9)
If you are looking for high quality, structure, and individualized child care with low ratios, Beyond Your Dreams Daycare is the place for you. We provide activities that are developmentally appropriate while recognizing the needs of each child. Field trips and family events are also a very...
5.0
"Both of my daughters have gone to Beyond Your Dreams Daycare for the past three years. The care they receive there is second to none! My girls have learned so much while they are there through structured activities and through free play. They feel so loved and...
Kathy
4.4
(7)
Welcome to Creative Kids Family Daycare!
My highest priority is for your child to be safe, healthy and happy and I have taken these steps to make that happen:
My home is professionally child and baby proofed.
I am certified by the Red Cross in Infant/Child First Aid, Safety, CPR and Preventative...
5.0
"As a first time mother, enrolling my child in day care made me understandably nervous. After comparing many centers both in home and larger chain care centers I could not be happier with our decision to attend Creative Kids OC. Aside from the credentials...
Michelle P
5.0
(1)
LoveBug Day Care is a family orientated home base day care
Newborn- 7 years old
6am-8pm
Overnight option available
ASL learning activities (American sign language )
5.0
"Divine has a great attitude and loves kids as soon as you walk in you just feel safe and calm! I highly recommend, wish she still lived in my area she even taught my daughter sign language !!!! She should charge wayyyyy more than she allows"
Shawnice
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Michelle but my daycare kiddos and parents call me "Mimi".
I have been providing in-home-daycare for over 18 years; 8 years of which I was a Certified Provider under the Navy's Child & Youth Program. I am fully licensed by the State of CA to run a small daycare, certified in...
5.0
"I love Mimi and so does my daughter. We placed her in Mimi's care when she was 8 weeks old and is now three and has never been and anyone elses care. We love the family atmosphere in this home and my daughter has flourished here. She knows her ABC's, all the...
Jennifer B
5.0
(2)
Happy Beans is a home-based daycare/preschool where children thrive in a nurturing, hygienic, and secure setting. Nestled in a spacious, warm and nurturing environment, our daycare/preschool is designed to be a home away from home, where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Our menu features...
5.0
"I have been sending my 14 month old from past 2 months. Sara has been amazing care provider. She takes very took care of his needs. She prepares fresh food everyday. It is a home away from home for my son.
I have toured couple of home day cares and this has been...
Sowjanya V
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
Harvest Ministries Early Childhood Development Daycare Center
208 Hampton Highway, Yorktown, VA
5.0
(34)
Harvest Ministries Early Childhood Development Daycare Center is a licensed childcare provider with a professional and experienced staff. We are First Aid/CPR certified to provide a safe environment to inspire children to grow and learn. We offer childcare and early childhood education programs and...
5.0
"Harvest Ministries is an awesome affordable child care center. My child has attended the facility for 3 years now. The teachers take the time to work with students to prepare them for kindergarten. Because of the work put in by the staff there my child was chosen...
Brittany S
5.0
(3)
I have doing daycare in the Gates Chili area for 30 years. I started my daycare back in 1992 when my first child was born. I began watching family members, then moved onto extended family and friends. In 2005 after many daycare inquiries,I decided to expand my business and became a licensed...
5.0
"Lisa has taken care of all three of my children. She provides a safe and happy place for children to be cared for. I was able to have the reassurance that my children were well taken care of and were treated like her own. Very dependable and personable with each...
Teresa C
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
"Mais Daycare has been a godsend to me. My daughter has been going since she was 9 wks old, and she is so happy and well cared for. I can go to work and not worry about her. Really great daycare"
Ruth R
5.0
(3)
Welcome to Happy Days Daycare! We are a home daycare (also known as a family daycare or in-home daycare) located in Herndon, VA. I specialize in children for children ages one month to four years old. Our goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child while encouraging a...
5.0
"As a working woman, it's difficult to leave your child and return to full time, especially when mom guilt kicks in. Mrs. Amin gave me the reassurance that my 6 month old would be getting the efficient care and love he would be getting at home. Mrs. Amin provides...
Sarah
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
(3)
While we are a small in home daycare we pride ourselves on ensuring that your child receive all the benefits that going to a large private daycare provides and that they develop the close bonds that being part of a small child care family offers and make lasting friendships.
School age children...
5.0
"100% recommend !!! Ms Renee is amazing with my girls . Had a horrible experience prior to her and my girls and I could not be happier to have found her. Words can't express how grateful we are to have found her ."
Laura J
4.5
(4)
I have a Bachelor's in Music. My Master's is in Early Childhood Education with Special Ed approval. Until budget cuts, I taught at an early learning center in West Chicago District #33. I have worked at day care centers and had a licensed family childcare for 10 years. I have re-licensed my home for...
3.0
"It was wonderful to meet Carol. She clearly enjoys caring for little ones and spends intentional time with the kids."
Melanie A
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Old Lyme, CT
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Old Lyme, CT?
Daycare centers near you in Old Lyme, CT 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 Old Lyme, CT?
Daycares near you in Old Lyme, CT 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 Old Lyme, CT?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Old Lyme, CT 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 Old Lyme, CT?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Old Lyme, CT 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.