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Drop-In Child Care are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 3,715 reviews of the 6,085 listed drop-in child care

Rachel's Childcare

I cannot say enough good things about how Rachel took care of my newborn son and helped him grow into a calm, curious, and happy infant....

- Jamie C.

Rimaj Childcare Center

Chayla was an amazing caregiver to my 4 year old. From the moment my daughter walked in her home, her attention was placed on making her...

- Jamie R.

Another Mother - Professional Quality Care

I live with my niece and nephew who employed Zara to care for their daughter over the summer. Since I am home the majority of the day I am...

- Kelly

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Rachel's Childcare

493 E. Oakland Ave Columbus, OH

5.0(7)
*One full or part-time spot available in September, 2019* Hi! My name is Rachel, and I've been a nanny for 10 years now. In 2011 I graduated from The English Nanny and Governess School, which is an intensive program focused on early childhood development and education. During my time there, I was certified as a Professional...

Jamie C. says "I cannot say enough good things about how Rachel took care of my newborn son and helped him grow into a calm, curious, and happy infant. Rachel began...

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LITTLE STEPS BIG STEPS DAYCARE ACADEMY LLC

3188 E LIVINGSTON AVE COLUMBUS, OH

State license verified

starting at
$250/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Little Steps Big Steps Academy philosophy and goals are to provide a warm and secure environment for all children, our philosophy is that all children are different, and every child can be taught. We are dedicated to our children as well as to their future. Your children will be safe in our care. The center promotes learning...
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Harper's Childcare

2467 Stafford Place Columbus, OH

Faith based
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
Hello Welcome to Harper's Childcare. I am a certified Pre-K to 8th grade teacher. I believe in the whole child with an emphasis on assisting your child's growth with social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Your child will be in a safe secure environment to learn and grow in. I do provide before and after...
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Our Mission... "To provide convenient and flexible child care that offers love, support, fun, and education to inspire children's lives; To provide parent's with the assurance that their children are in a safe, responsible, loving, and high-quality program." ... Providing convenient scheduling options to meet families'...
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VIDA PLACE Columbus, OH

Mom of a boy,love having kids in the house, taking care of them, as safety and health are my priority. title xx & private pay accepted.Also some hourly drop oof so parent can do errands.
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Margaret's Daycare

158 Dakota Ave Columbus, OH

Special needs
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
24 Hour care fun, loving, caring, professional, environment, providing healthy balance meals. Over 25 years experience through job and Family Service. Caring for 3 months to 10 year old children, $15/hr.
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Milo Learning Center

1993 Zettler Center Dr Columbus, OH

Milo Learning Center is located in south west Columbus, Ohio. We are a affordable center dedicated to safely caring for your child while your away. Our center accepts children from 6 weeks to 12 years in age. We do drop and pick kids up from school, assist them with homework and etc..
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Rimaj Childcare Center

4610 Weatherford Ln Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
Offering spots for ages 6 weeks - 5 years Chayla Pleasant has been working with children and providing a nurturing and safe environment for over 5 years. As a previous Assistant Director in childcare and a mother I understand the importance of receiving quality childcare that is flexible as well. My main goal is to help...

Jamie R. says "Chayla was an amazing caregiver to my 4 year old. From the moment my daughter walked in her home, her attention was placed on making her feel comfortable...

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Another Mother - Professional Quality Care

445 Weymouth Ln Columbus, OH

5.0(3)
***One full time spot available September 3rd, starting at $70/day*** I offer nanny quality care at a more affordable rate. My goal is to make my house feel like a second home to every child I care for; a home filled with love, attention, and educational stimulation. To accomplish this, I will maintain a limit of three children...

Kelly says "I live with my niece and nephew who employed Zara to care for their daughter over the summer. Since I am home the majority of the day I am privy to how Zara...

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Tammy House Daycare

2867 Heatherleaf Way Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
I've been the child care business for over twenty-two years. I have an AS degree in Early Childhood Education and I'm currently pursuing my BS degree in Early Childhood Education from Ashland University. I'm CPR and First aid certified. I love to see curious minds learn and grow. I provide care for children 15 months- thru 4...

Ruth M. says "Tammy cared for my Joshua so well and I would highly recommend her."

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The Giggle Box

3192 Wendover Ct. Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
A loving and fun in home daycare/preschool is looking for new friends (age 2 mon- 4 years) to add to our daycare family! We offer: - A safe,loving,fun and educational preschool environment - Smoke free home - All meals/snacks and activities are included - Full Time care with...

Jessica O says "This woman is a Pro! Flexible, affordable, and secure. She's located in a great neighborhood. Never had any problems with her. Kind, understanding and...

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Kiddos Play Learning Center

515 WATERBURY BLVD GAHANNA, OH

State license verified

starting at
$300/mo
Faith based
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
+ 3 more
At Kiddos Play Learning Center, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and educational support for children of all ages. Our programs cater to each child's unique needs, fostering creativity, social skills, and a love for learning. We offer flexible scheduling options, including full-time and part-time programs,...
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Child Educates

4895 Folger Drive Columbus, OH

Faith based
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
+ 4 more
Hi I have an in home daycare center that has a few open spots depending on your schedule I am first aid/CPR certified,background check and I also have several training that are childcare related I also provide school pick up and drop off and I accept title 20. We are 24 hours and offer weekends as well as overnight care .If...
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Kid's Love

1728 Rebecca Street Columbus, OH

In-Home daycare
Hello, I am a mother of two who has openings for full or part-time in my home childcare. I am experienced, dependable, reliable, and I am a license provider with Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to provide Subsidized Child Care. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I love and enjoy interacting with kids. We have fun times...
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Treehouse Learning Center

158 Imperial Dr Gahanna, OH

State license verified

Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 1 more
Treehouse Learning Center is a quality learning center located in Gahanna, OH. Our mission at Treehouse Learning Center is to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate atmosphere, which fosters a child's natural desire to explore, discover, and create. At Treehouse Learning Center, we believe in the value and uniqueness of...
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Karissa G.

2949 Fleet Rd Columbus, OH

I am a wife and mother of two children. My 6 year old son is in school and my 1-year-old daughter stays with me during the day. Having a family of my own, I am very experienced in childcare. I also grew up in a home that had an in-home daycare, so I've been taking care of children for many years. I like for my home to be clean...
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Blessing on Blessing Child Care

1285 Fountain LN Apt C Columbus, OH

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Child care
step up to quality childcare transportation & meals provided I accept title xx an private pay
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Caring Connections Child Care

6200 Busch Blvd Columbus, OH

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Child care
+ 1 more
Our mission is to provide nurturing, affordable, high quality care that meets the needs of each child and family. Caring Connections is a safe place for your loved ones to learn, explore arts & crafts and grow. Hourly drop-in care is available for those emergency situations. (8.5hr) Full-Time Weekly care is $185 We are...
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City Center Childcare

3721 Broadway Grove City, OH

State license verified

Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
+ 3 more
City Center Childcare is open an accepting enrollment and employees . parents can enroll there children the newly open and very clean place. Fully inspected in fire, health, state licenses for child care. open 6:00AM- 6:00PM Monday through Friday
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Kids! Kids!

1155 Old Henderson Road Columbus, OH

1.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
We offer Child Care from 2 weeks to 12 years old. Low Child to Teacher ratio of one Teacher to 3 Children. We baby sit 24 hours a day from 1 hour to all day or all night. Our staff offers a warm, nurturing and fun environment for your child/children to be in. We host Children's Birthday Parties from 1 to 8 years old, Baby...
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drop-in child care offers an alternative form of child care services, allowing parents to bring children to a facility on an as-needed basis to receive quality engaging and enriching activities. Drop-in child care provides parents with needed flexibility and assurance that their child will be well cared for without the commitment of enrolling in a longer-term program. Drop-in centers frequently offer activities such as age appropriate games, sports, arts and craft projects, and educational programs. Programs are often available for different age groups so that siblings may be able to participate together. Drop-in centers are becoming increasingly popular due to the benefits they provide for busy parents who need reliable child care in a pinch.

Drop-in child care can be an incredibly useful resource for busy families. Not only does drop-in child care offer flexible hours, meaning you can drop your child off when it works best for the family’s schedule, but you also don’t need to be a member of the center or make reservations in advance. Drop-in centers typically offer child care options by the hour or day which allows parents to rest assured that their children are safe and well taken care of while they complete errands or attend appointments. drop-in child care also offers security and peace of mind. Most drop-in centers have cameras installed in every room where children are supervised so that parents can rest assured knowing that their children are monitored at all times in a safe environment. Furthermore, drop-in child care is often affordable and costs less than typical weekly or monthly costs associated with other child care centers.

Drop-in child care is a great option for parents who need periodic child care for their children. Drop-in child care is typically provided at daycare or preschool centers and can be used to supplement other child care arrangements or as a one time solution during times of busy schedules when regular care would be difficult to arrange. Drop-in child care varies in terms of hours and days offered, but usually provides some flexibility in terms of drop off and pick up times as well as daily rates. It should be noted that drop-in child care is often only available for children over the age of two, so parents with infants should investigate other options that may better suit their needs.

A drop-in child care centers should provide parents and guardians with a list of any necessary supplies, ranging from naptime blankets to lunches and diapers. As a general rule, however, it's important to be prepared for anything when bringing children to a drop-in child care center. For example, bring enough diapers and formula (if needed), a few non-perishable snacks, a favorite toy or blanket, wipes and creams for diaper rash, and a change of clothes in case of accidents.

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