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Drop-In Child Care in Harrisburg, PA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 15 listed drop-in child care

Schaffner Inspire

Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest....

- Yaheem J.

Swatara Inspire

Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest....

- Yaheem J.

Route 39 Inspire

Both of my kids have attended Inspire (previously Kids & Co.) starting as infants. The teachers and directors are great and very loving with...

- Lauren C.

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4836 - U-GRO Harrisburg East

3880 TECPORT DR HARRISBURG, PA

State license verified

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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Schaffner Inspire

391 SCHAFFNER DR HARRISBURG, PA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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...

Yaheem J. says "Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest. All around a...

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Swatara Inspire

5120 LANCASTER ST HARRISBURG, PA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Kids & Company Swatara! We are located in the Swatara neighborhood, behind the Post Office near Derry St. and Hebron Ln. Our standalone building and residential environment provides a quiet and private place for children to learn. We have a large parking lot that parents can use during pick-up and drop-off, and we are...

Yaheem J. says "Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest. All around a...

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Route 39 Inspire

88 S HERSHEY RD HARRISBURG, PA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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...

Lauren C. says "Both of my kids have attended Inspire (previously Kids & Co.) starting as infants. The teachers and directors are great and very loving with the kids....

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We Care Child Care

2704 N 2nd Street Harrisburg, PA

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
When raising a child, we understand that it takes a village. Our teachers and staff are dedicated to care for your child at all times. We provide you the pictures throughout the their day so you don't miss a thing. We celebrate birthdays and important milestones. The children in our community are part of our village which...
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KIDS LEARN AND GROW II LLC

4386 STURBRIDGE DR HARRISBURG, PA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$940/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
I am a licensed childcare center dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment for children. We offer full time and part time care, before and after school programs, and free nutritious meals daily. What sets us apart is our personalized approach. We focus on each child's unique needs, encouraging curiosity, creativity,...

Care Member says "Always makes me feel my baby is safe and well taken care of 🩷"

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Stepping Stones Academy Harrisburg

3609 DERRY ST HARRISBURG, PA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1220/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Stepping Stones Academy Harrisburg is a new daycare that was designed to create core memories with your child. We will encourage imaginative play and give them the foundational life skills that will prepare them for the next stages of their education. We are a brand new facility and are excited to serve our community when we be...

Care Member says "Where to start – the facility itself is beautiful and brand new. All of the rooms are stocked with educational toys, beautiful spaces, fun things to do....

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Little Geniuses Prep Academy

4386 Sturbridge Drive Harrisburg, PA

4.0(9)
Academic
Preschool
Child care
Welcome to Little Geniuses Prep Academy! You are fortunate to have found one of the best day cares in the Harrisburg area. We have a beautiful facility located off Linglestown Road nestled in a quiet scenic setting on Sturbridge Drive. We are a small center and we're committed to making our daycare your child's home away from...

Cassel L. says "We are so thankful for the Academy! Ms. Syretta is absolutely the best!!! She and the staff provide a loving, safe, nurturing, environment. Positive...

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Reeves Hill Early Learning Center

809 N 18th St Harrisburg, PA

Reeves Hill Day Care is a registered family day care home in Harrisburg, PA. We are conveniently located not far from Herr, and State Streets, (major thoroughfares into and out of the city). We are proud to serve our community since 2001, helping families by providing a safe, reliable place for their children, while they work....
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Emilys Daycare

610 KALLA DR Harrisburg, PA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 3 more
Families like to bring their children to a safe environment. We do summer camp that starts June 13th. We will provide all meals. We teach all the basic needs of our children. We make field trips every week when school is out. We also keep a clean environment within the facility. Our Facility is 24 hours.

Nicole N. says "I love that they are willing to work with all children. As some with certain behaviors that don't do well in certain daycares and thrive in her daycare....

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Hmc Child Care Services Llc

2405 LINGLESTOWN RD HARRISBURG, PA

1.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
+ 1 more
What matters to us at HMC Child Care is simple: Your child. We provide strong social and educational foundations that prepare your child for success in Kindergarten, elementary school, and beyond. At HMC we learn through play and activities that will help build fine and gross motor skills and most importantly teach strong...
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Aa to Zz

88 S. Hershey Rd. Harrisburg, PA

State license verified

At Aa to Zz Child Care and Learning Center, our mission is to help your child thrive through loving care and developmentally appropriate activities that stimulate cognitive, social and emotional growth. Our Harrisburg and York area child care centers offer reliable full-time, part-time, drop-in, summer camp and...
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Covenant Youth Enrichment Service Childcare

124 S. 29th Street Harrisburg, PA

Preschool
Child care
Covenant Youth Enrichment Services Daycare (CYES) provides 24-HOUR CARE to children ages 1-13 years - full, part-time, after school care. CYES Childcare is a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. We are licensed in the state of Pennsylvania as a group daycare...
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Hummelstown Inspire

205 S JOHN ST HUMMELSTOWN, PA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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...

Lauren C. says "Both of my kids have attended Inspire (previously Kids & Co.) starting as infants. The teachers and directors are great and very loving with the kids....

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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Harrisburg, PA. 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 Harrisburg, PA, 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 Harrisburg, PA 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 Harrisburg, PA 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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