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We have 5 drop-in child care in Gloucester, MA! Compare and find the best drop-in child care to fit your needs.

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Kindred Gardens Early Learning

5a Dr. Osman Babson Road Gloucester, MA

5.0(2)
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
FCC Expansions ... in business since 2008. At Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care, We maintain a hazard-free, nurturing, safe clean environment. We believe that early childhood education should be an exciting and educational experience. We at Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care are CHILD DIRECTED and we promote...

Care Member says "My daughter has been going to Kindred Gardens for over a year now and is completely thriving! She was a preemie and has had her own set of challenges...

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Rock the Baby

20 Lexington Avenue Gloucester, MA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Preschool, Infant & Toddler Learning Center Flexible Plans & Drop-in Care Open Mon - Friday 7am - 5:30pm Information & tours are by appointment only.
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Mt. Pleasant Daycare

115 Mount Pleasant Ave Gloucester, MA

Child care
Mt. Pleasant Daycare is an educational childcare facility located at 115 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Gloucester, Massachusetts. The licensed childcare facility can accommodate eight children and is open 24 hours a day. Mt. Pleasant Daycare offers full-time, part-time, drop-n, emergency backup and before/after-school care services.
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Majestic Harbor Children's Center

127 Eastern Ave Ste 7 Gloucester, MA

Child care
Preschool
Majestic Harbor Children's Center is located at 127 Eastern Avenue, Gloucester, Massachusetts. The provides full-day or partial-day care all year for children from 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten. The center offers children learning opportunities, providing them hands-on, age-appropriate activities that develop their communication...
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Lil' Sprouts of Essex

1 Scotts Way Essex, MA

Preschool
Lil' Sprouts of Essex Preschool serves students 2-6 years of age. We offer the following: * Full Time 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM * Part Time 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM * Flex Care: The ability to create your own schedule, extend your days as needed and pick up an additional day on an as need basis. * Early drop off of 7:30 AM *...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Gloucester, MA. 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 Gloucester, MA, 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 Gloucester, MA 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 Gloucester, MA 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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