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Rimaj Childcare Center

5.0

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 with a new atmosphere. She was mentioned to me by my colleague who used her services before in an emergency. So we decided to give her a try. She...

- Ashley W

The Giggle Box

5.0

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 patient. I tip my het to this lady who can watch kids first and second shift hours when these other at home day care services shun you if they have...

- Jessica O

Balanced Family Academy

5.0

Wonderful day care, pre-school, and kindergarden. Our children have been attending since they opened and it continues to be great facility. Caring teachers and staff, healthy food and good curriculum based learning.

- Sarah L

Drop-in child care in Columbus, OH

Rimaj Childcare Center

Rimaj Childcare Center

4610 Weatherford Ln, Columbus, OH

Starting at $110/wk

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....
5.0
"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 with a new atmosphere. She was mentioned to me by my colleague who used her services before in an emergency....

Ashley W


The Giggle Box

The Giggle Box

3192 Wendover Ct., Columbus, OH

Starting at $90/wk

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...
5.0
"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 patient. I tip my het to this lady who can watch kids first and second shift hours when these other at home day...

Jessica O


Balanced Family Academy

Balanced Family Academy

5150 Reed Rd, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $200/wk

4.0

(6)

Balanced Family Academy is a new concept in childcare. At the heart of our vision, is a commitment to providing the highest quality care that supports the development of the whole child - cognitive, emotional, and physical. That means in addition to a high-quality curriculum, children get wholesome...
5.0
"Amazing Owners, Great philosophy. Loving, caring teachers! I have two kids currently enrolled and couldn't be happier."

Kristin S


Child Educates

Child Educates

4895 Folger Drive, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $137/wk

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...

Newberry After School Care

Newberry After School Care

466 Chase Road, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $248/wk

Newberry After School Care-An emphasis on your child's intellectual, emotional and physical development. I have over thirty years of experience of educating and caring for children. From Assistant Director for the after school program in Worthington public schools and the YMCA before and after...

Spoil Me Smart

Spoil Me Smart

3017 Perinton Place, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $165/wk

Looking for preschool fun and learning? We are so excited to host our Christian homeschooling program! Field trips, friends, overnight camping, water days, and of course learning with our licensed teacher, Mrs. Aramis. What will your preschooler do this year? We offer the best education for your...

God's Glory Keepers

2866 NoeBixby Rd., Columbus, OH

Costimate: $165/wk

Open from 8:30am-6:00pm If you need earlier or later it will be a $10 fee Monday- Friday Ages 6 weeks - 3 years old Meals are provided If you would like to pack that's fine too I will be taking drop-ins, let me know ahead of time. $45 per child I have a couple kids already (the girl...

AwesomeBabysitting

Royal Gold Dr., Columbus, OH

Costimate: $162/wk

Our business is a safe business where we make sure your child has fun and gets cared for even when there sick. We also provide food and snacks for your child and make sure they're learning a lot.

Milo Learning Center

1993 Zettler Center Dr, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $173/wk

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..

Caring Connections Child Care

Caring Connections Child Care

6200 Busch Blvd, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $191/wk

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...

Handprints Edu-care

2268 Cardston Ct., Columbus, OH

Starting at $6/hr

Our Child Care Program ** Full and Part-time Education/Care Schedules - M - Sa ** Fenced Outdoor Play Spaces ** Individual and Small Group Play Experiences ** Daily Experience with Spanish and Sign Language ** Age Appropriate Experiences with Art, Music, Pre-Math and Science ** Nutritious...

City Kids Daycare Downtown

274 Marconi Blvd, Columbus, OH

Starting at $236/wk

City Kids Daycare Downtown is a licensed child care center located at 274 Marconi Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio. The daycare was established in 1989 to help busy parents afford quality childcare. it provides a safe environment filled with fun, enriching learning activities for children ages 6 weeks to 6...

Tiny Tamales Home-based Daycare

Tiny Tamales Home-based Daycare

1436 Zettler Road, Columbus, OH

Starting at $120/wk

Tiny Tamales is a home-based, family-centered daycare service serving families of infants,toddlers, and pre-schoolers in Columbus, Ohio. Education based program with Step Up To Quality standards. Safe, Reliable care while you focus at work or school. CPR certified. Health and Safety of Child...

Lashanna 24hr TCL Childcare

Lashanna 24hr TCL Childcare

4392 Belcher Ct, Columbus, OH

Starting at $7/hr

I provide individual safe fun and nurturing environment for your child I provide healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack. I'm open Mon-Sun 24hr for more information, you can contact me at (614)928-0511.

Central Point Church

Central Point Church

7652 Sawmill Rd Unit 132, Columbus, OH

We are a new church plant in Dublin. We are looking for three nursery / pre-k / K helpers to assist on Sunday mornings from 10:00am -12:00pm. We meet in the Dublin Rec Center, which provides a clean and comfortable facility to care for children. We are able to pay $13.50/hr. ($27 for the morning),...

Margaret's Daycare

158 Dakota Ave, Columbus, OH

Starting at $11/hr

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.

YMCA Hilltop Educare Center

YMCA Hilltop Educare Center

1952 W Broad Street, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $173/wk

The YMCA Hilltop Educare Center exists for the purpose of providing an educational childcare environment for children. Our collective spirit is characterized by Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in an affirming, nurturing environment. We are supportive of each individual child as we...

Be Bilingual Childcare

Be Bilingual Childcare

50 Groton Dr, Columbus, OH

Starting at $150/wk

We realize the tremendous level of trust you place in a childcare provider. You want your child to thrive in an environment that's as clean, safe and nurturing as your home. Be Bilingual is more than a daycare. We set the standards for safety, education, and trust. As our name says, we are a...

The Joy of Early Learning

2159 Maplewood Drive, Columbus, OH

Starting at $130/wk

The Joy of Early Learning

Love Learn & Grow Childcare LLC

2215 Cardston Drive, Columbus, OH

Costimate: $165/wk

Love Learn & Grow Childcare LLC in Columbus, Ohio 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.

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Columbus, OH are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care.