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7729 - La Petite Academy of New Albany

10102 WOODCREST WAY NEW ALBANY, OH

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Child care
Check out our school-age program reduced rates! What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Building Blocks Middletown

800 EAST ST MIDDLETOWN, CT

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Day Care
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Welcome to Building Blocks Early Learning Center in Middletown, CT Building Blocks offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care...
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Inspire Early Education Abington

90 NORTH AVE ABINGTON, MA

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Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Inspire Early Education Abington! This Massachusetts location is in the Abington neighborhood, near the intersection of North Ave. and Bedford St. We are in a standalone building surrounded by residential homes and have ample parking for pick-up and drop-off. We are about 2 miles from the Abington T station, making...
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RISING STARS JRVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

1900 EDWIN DR RALEIGH, NC

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starting at
$1275/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Child care
We're a five-star, child development center located in the heart of Southeast Raleigh. Where our goal is to make learning fun and out of this world. We cater to children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our facilities offer bright classrooms, two private playgrounds, and low staff-to-student ratios. Your child will feel safe while...
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Sweet Pea Learning Center

15534 E MARQUAM RD NE MOUNT ANGEL, OR

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starting at
$1275/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
We are a state of the art certified center with compassionate and qualified teachers and small teacher to student ratios. We offer bright classrooms, collegiate based curriculum, a private playground and nutritious meals and snacks. We focus on play based learning and make every child and parent feel loved and safe. We can’t...
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Route 39 Inspire

88 S HERSHEY RD HARRISBURG, PA

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Preschool
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Welcome to Kids & Company Route 39! We are located in West Hanover Township, near the corner of Route 22 and Route 39. Our standalone building provides a quiet and private environment for children to learn, and we have a large parking lot that parents can use during pick-up and drop-off. The nearest bus stop is about 3.5 miles...
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GOLDEN RULE DAYCARE

306 SE TRINITY AVE WILBUR, WA

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starting at
$660/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Golden Rule Childcare Center is licensed to care for children between the ages of 3 months and 12 years. The Center takes full-time, part-time and school-aged children. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows and the child has all registration papers completed and on file with the Center. Information about childcare subsidies is...
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BRAINIACS 2

1178 Morris Ave.  UNION, NJ

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Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Preschool
Kindergarten
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Brainiac’s Childcare and Learning Center is an education facility specializing in quality early childhood education and experiences. We are a community of compassionate instructors and active parents working together to build a strong educational foundation for all children.
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Bubbles, Bears to Books- Southpointe

657 MORGANZA RD CANONSBURG, PA

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starting at
$820/mo
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
It is the mission of Bubbles Bears to Books Inc. to provide a quality, all-inclusive, child-focused early learning center that helps children to develop socially, physically, emotionally and cognitively under the care and guidance of our well-trained staff and within a caring, warm and safe environment for children to enjoy...
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Brainiacs Child Care Center

2147 SPRINGFIELD AVE VAUXHALL, NJ

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Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
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Brainiac’s Childcare and Learning Center is an education facility specializing in quality early childhood education and experiences. We are a community of compassionate instructors and active parents working together to build a strong educational foundation for all children.
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Schaffner Inspire

391 SCHAFFNER DR HARRISBURG, PA

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Welcome to Kids & Company Schaffner! 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...
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3239 - The Children's Courtyard of Newbury Park

107 TEARDROP CT NEWBURY PARK, CA

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At The Children's Courtyard, your child is given plenty of room to excel. With state-of-the-art equipment and a refined atmosphere, our campus-like, two-building facilities offer plenty of room for your child to think big and become the best possible version of him or herself. Here, your child will learn alongside other...
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9309 - St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church

44651 AVENIDA DE MISSIONES TEMECULA, CA

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Education is exploration. It is a journey that can take you anywhere. At Pathways Learning Academy, we show children the path that begins that journey. This is an education for the 21st century, grounded in nurturing care, experienced teachers, and quality curriculum. With our high standards, we strengthen their confidence,...
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Queen Street Inspire

215 SAINT CHARLES WAY YORK, PA

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Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Kids & Company Queen Street! We are located in the York Township, just south of I-83 at the S Queen St. exist. Our standalone building gives us a quiet and private place for children to learn. We have a parking lot for parents to use during pick-up and drop-off, and we are within walking distance of the bus stop on...
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4836 - U-GRO Harrisburg East

3880 TECPORT DR HARRISBURG, PA

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Child care
U-GRO helps you provide the best possible start in life for your child. We empower families and make childhood extraordinary for more than 1,900 children daily at the most modern and secure child care facilities. By providing STEAM-powered early education programs for infants to school-age students, we build a foundation rooted...
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Inspire - Lake St. Louis North

2240 LAKE SAINT LOUIS BLVD LAKE ST LOUIS, MO

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Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Tyke Town Lake St. Louis, by Kids & Company! This location is “by” Kids & Company because it retains the location and building of the previous daycare, Tyke Town, but was purchased by Kids & Company and now operates with our staff and proprietary programming. We are in a free-standing and private building...
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Kids & Company Schaumburg

150 W HIGGINS RD SCHAUMBURG, IL

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Preschool
Day Care
Child care
"Welcome to Kids & Company Schaumburg! This Schaumburg location is in the Hoffman Estates neighborhood, near the intersection of E Higgins Rd. and Golf Rd. We are in a standalone building situated about 50 ft back from the main road and have ample parking for pick-up and drop-off time. Inside you’ll find lots of natural...
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Hummelstown Inspire

205 S JOHN ST HUMMELSTOWN, PA

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Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Kids & Company Hummelstown! We are located in the Hummelstown neighborhood, across the street from Nye Elementary and southwest of the N Hanover St. and W Main St. intersection. Our standalone building and residential environment provides a quiet and private place for children to learn. Since we do not have any...
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Little Sprouts Hingham

73 ABINGTON ST HINGHAM, MA

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Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Hingham, MA Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care...
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Little Sprouts Marlborough

2 MOUNT ROYAL AVE MARLBOROUGH, MA

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Preschool
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Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Marlborough, MA Little Sprouts Marlborough offers the early learning experience you’re looking for, whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that go beyond traditional daycare. Our high-quality care provides both full-time and...
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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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