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The Schoolhouse at Greenwood

5.0

My daughter has been here for a year, and we love it. She has learned so much. She has even been more outgoing then before starting here. She is always excited to go ti school. We love that she gets to have home cooked meals. We love that Tia developed connections with the kids and knows how to...

- Jessica C.

Nurtured Baby Care Center

5.0

My son has been at Nurtured Baby for almost 2 years and we plan to start our daughter with her after my maternity leave. With Suzi's help, my son has grown into a confident, happy, vibrant, and smart toddler. She has endless love for him and for us as parents (and also the other children and...

- Carly B.

Stop, Drop & Play

5.0

The team is awesome! My son is one and this has been our first experience with child care. His excitment each time I drop him off has put my mind at ease. Wonderful team!!

- Tatiyana K.

Mariposas Spanish Immersion Home Daycare

5.0

Our daughter has been at Mariposas for a year. We have loved having her with Sonia. Sonia is so loving. She treats our daughter like she is one of her own grandchildren. Sonia also has high behavioral expectations for all of the kids at her daycare. She teaches them how to be polite, follow...

- Kaitlin L.

The Children's Room

5.0

Great service! Ms. Danielle has two decades of experience and had my children performing far ahead of their first grade friends! Educational and caring.

- Chelsea

Drop-in child care in Chapel Hill, NC

The Schoolhouse at Greenwood

The Schoolhouse at Greenwood

806 Christopher Road, Chapel Hill, NC

4.3

(13)

We're an intellectual preschool, educating young children In a way to enhance brain development through language acquisition. We serve home made meals prepared with organic ingredients. We use biodegradable cleaning products. "We're small, but special."
5.0
"My daughter has been at the Schoolhouse for 2 years. It's been amazing the difference I've seen in her both socially and behaviorally. Tia Claudia pays special attention to each child. She doesn't just teach a curriculum, she also has personalized behavioral goals...

Marguerite Y.


Nurtured Baby Care Center

750 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC

3.8

(5)

Nurtured Baby is a Unique Care Concept designed for Infants and Young Toddlers in the Heart of Chapel Hill. Baby is cared for in a beautiful, home-like environment - where they can safely grow and explore - with loving, attentive, educated caregivers. Extended hours are designed to accommodate the...
3.0
"Always felt like my son was safe there but chose to leave in the end for a number of reasons: 1/ what we were told before signing the contract changed as soon as we signed (cloth diaper policy, vacation day policy, flexibility on days). 2/ you will get unsolicited...

Glenn M.


Courtney's Drop In Kids Care

Courtney's Drop In Kids Care

6118D Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC


Wee-Arts LLC

201 S. ESTES DRIVE, Chapel Hill, NC

The Arts programs bringing infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers together. Uniquely tailored for the early learning years. Music led with acoustic guitar, original material tried and tested and lots of spontaneous improvisations - bound to keep each session fresh and quirky. Hand...

Stop, Drop & Play

Stop, Drop & Play

3623 Sana Court, Durham, NC

5.0

(2)

Stop, Drop & Play is a 24/7 child care facility that caters to the needs of families on the go. The facility is equipped to manage children ages 6 months to 12 years. Snacks and meals are provided and services are available for up to 10 hour shifts. Our low ratios and family setting gives children...
5.0
"If you're looking for a warm friendly Caring Place for your little one this is the place to be! My daughter has been going here since she was 2 years old she loves it. She is now four years old and getting ready for Pre-K!"

Sherry J.


Mariposas Spanish Immersion Home Daycare

Mariposas Spanish Immersion Home Daycare

306 Sinhurst Dr, Durham, NC

5.0

(5)

Mariposas is a place where love and play are the main ingredients for children to give wings to their imagination, feel safe and accepted. We strive to develop in children, compassion, gratitude and forgiveness and respect for themselves, the community and the environment.
5.0
"We've had our son in this daycare for over a year now and couldn't be happier. He is 2 now and his language abilities are unbelievable. He speaks crystal clear english and spanish although he only speaks english at home. Sonia has also taught him how to use...

Henry


The Children's Room

The Children's Room

108 W. Alton Street, Durham, NC

5.0

(1)

The Children's Room is cozy playspace that emphasizes the importance of learning through play. Our literacy-rich environment teaches children to communicate through speaking, reading and writing. Daily activities are designed to enhance physical, mental, social-emotional and self-help skills of the...
5.0
"Great service! Ms. Danielle has two decades of experience and had my children performing far ahead of their first grade friends! Educational and caring."

Chelsea


Talentos Giraffe School

Talentos Giraffe School

3237 Pickett Rd, Durham, NC

5.0

(4)

Talentos is state licensed and five star in home day care. We provide care for children 6 weeks and up, in both time slots, day and evenings. We also provide after-school care and Spanish enrichment activities. We are so proud that most of the children who have been here since an early age have the...
5.0
"I am grateful and feel very lucky that we found Talentos for my son, who has been there since he was 8 months old and is now 3. Lucy has a kind, calm, and gentle manner with the kids. It is a loving environment and a true little community. I really like the way...

Julie S


Sunny Side Drop-In Care

Sunny Side Drop-In Care

3111 Shannon Rd B, Durham, NC

Hi. My name is Mrs. Dee. I am the owner of Sunny Side Drop-In Care. We provide Drop-In Childcare services.. We offer competitive and flexible rates while maintaining our high level of care for your child(ren). We are open Monday-Friday 7:30am - 6:00pm and Saturdays 8am - 2pm (by appointment...

Kidz Kamp Drop In Care

Kidz Kamp Drop In Care

912 Ninth St, Durham, NC

Kidz Kamp Drop In Care is a privately owned Drop In Center located in a spacious home on 9th St.

Primrose School at Hope Valley Farms

Primrose School at Hope Valley Farms

702 Juliette Drive, Durham, NC

Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. The Leader in Educational Child Care, we partner with parents to help children ages 6 weeks to 12 years build the right foundation for future learning and life. Our goal is to help children have...

Meme's Drop In Center

Meme's Drop In Center

1921 North Pointe Drive Suite 160, Durham, NC

We are a drop in childcare center. We offer affordable hourly care, packages and low cost memberships! You can count on us for all of your childcare needs we are open 7 days a week...Mon-Thurs 8am-9pm Friday 8am-11pm Saturday 9am-11pm Sunday by appointments with a 24hr notice -Before/After School...

Learning Tots Academy

Learning Tots Academy

1900 Sedwick Rd, Durham, NC

Did you ever wonder what it would be like to have an available and affordable childcare center close to your workplace? Think about it, you won't have to spend time in stop-an-go traffic wondering whether you will reach and be able to pick up your child before the facility closes. Instead you can...

BRIGHTER MINDS CHILDCARE

BRIGHTER MINDS CHILDCARE

909 Obsidian Way, Durham, NC

I've been a license family home childcare provider for 13 years. Brighter Minds Childcare philosophy is to stimulate and promote positive growth within a safe and. positive environment. I believe that daycare should be a happy place where children can grow physically, emotionally, intellectually...

Kitty Kat Infant And Toddler Care

Kitty Kat Infant And Toddler Care

805 Camden Avenue, Durham, NC

Hello, my name is Tamika and I am the owner/director of Kitty Kat Infant and Toddler Care. Kitty Kat Daycare is a Family Childcare Home. I have 9 years' experience, associate's in early child childcare, CPR/ first aid, references, and a up to date criminal background check. I am very passionate...

Newsome Center

911 Chester St, Durham, NC

5.0

(1)

5.0
"licensed with the state of NC for foster care/child child"

Evelyn N.


Angel Care Academy, Inc.

1821 Hillandale Road, Durham, NC

5.0

(1)

Licensed for 1st -3rd shifts and week-end care by appointment only. Degreed staff and approved curriculum.
5.0
"I am first time mom and I had to go back to work at six weeks, and this meant leaving my most prized possession in the care of someone who I didn't know. Ms. Angie has been a literal god-send. Her expertise, compassion, and knowledge have EXCEEDED my expectations...

Lucy S.


Kid Stop, Inc.

113 North Scotswood Blvd, Hillsborough, NC

5.0

(3)

Kid Stop, Inc. was established in 1999 to serve the families in Hillsborough, North Carolina. It offers a nurturing and motivating educational environment that supports the children's growth and developmental needs. This facility provides age-appropriate activities that stimulate the children's...
5.0
"My kids have been going there for at least 10 yrs now and they have loved every minute of it. Ms Candi and Morgan are like second moms to my to kids. I couldn't imagine having my kids anywhere else."

Candace R.


Green Kids Drop-In Centers

7011 Fayetteville Rd, Durham, NC

Green Kids Drop-In Centers in Durham, North Carolina 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 Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.

Learning Tots Inc

2209 Candun Drive, Apex, NC

Learning Tots Inc offers various child care and education programs designed to support the development of infants up to school-age children. The company’s services are open to kids who are between the ages of six weeks and 12 years old. Learning Tots Inc uses a hands-on curriculum that is...

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