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Hattie's Daycare and Preschool

1108 Oaklahoma Gary, IN

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
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This childcare receives federal assistants to serve healthy meals to your children. Good nutrients today means a strong tomorrow. Meals served here must meet the nutrients requirements established by the USDA child and adult food program. We serve three meal a day and two snacks. We also have nap time at 1130 a.m. after lunch...
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Kings and Queens Academy

1025 Broadway Gary, IN

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
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Kings and Queens Academy is a new state of the art facility with professional teachers. We serve hot, home-cooked meals,and snacks. We are open 24 hours. Enroll Now.For questions or concern please contact (219)-433-0216.
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Cassie's Care

5410 Lincoln Street Merrillville, IN

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
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Love's Nursery & Crafts

6612 Madison St. Merrillville, IN

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
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Childcare and early learning center that crosses the educational domains. Providing care and nurturing to children ages 0-preschool/ages newborn-5. Full-time childcare, part-time after-school care & tutoring. Half-days are permitted, and nights are accommodated upon request. After-School care and Summer care is...
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My sister and I do child care out of our home in merrillville. We have years of experience watching kids of all ages. We are both very active and love to have fun, being outside, playing games, swimming, going to parks, doing crafts. Also we both are excellent drivers and very safe we can do pick ups and drops offs, taking kids...
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Safe, Loving, In-Home Childcare

2626 Turin Dr Schererville, IN

Hi everyone! I know how scary it can be to leave your child with someone new. I have children and completely understand. I can honestly tell you that I will provide a safe, loving, caring home environment for your child. I believe in treating others as you would like to be treated and will care for your child as I do my own. I...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Gary, IN. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

When you drop your child off near you in Gary, IN, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Gary, IN you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Drop-in child care hours in Gary, IN will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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