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Find Trusted Drop-In Child Care Near Me in Paramus, NJ

We have 53 drop-in child care in Paramus, NJ! Compare and find the best drop-in child care to fit your needs.

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OV BABIES EARLY LEARNING - A REGGIO INSPIRED CENTE

95 NJ-17 S PARAMUS, NJ

5.0(3)

2 mi

Reggio emilia
Child care
OV Babies Early Learning Center, located in Paramus, NJ, is a Reggio-inspired program serving children ages 6 months to 5 years. The center provides a nurturing, play-based environment that supports exploration, creativity, and early learning. With a focus on individualized care and hands-on experiences, OV Babies encourages curiosity and self-expression. With a small class size and dedicated educators, OV Babies fosters a close-knit, inclusive community where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn through meaningful, child-centered experiences.

Care Member says "Trusting the provider who will care for your precious child is one of the toughest decisions a parent can make. My husband and I were especially...

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Think Learn Create Academy

36A E MIDLAND AVE PARAMUS, NJ

5.0(7)

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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Think Learn Create Academy is a childcare center founded by educators and mothers who have decades worth of experience in education. We strive to provide a world class education that will set the course for not only academic success but for social emotional growth as well. Our learning center is committed to providing children with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We encourage and strive to teach our children how to explore, build curiosity about the world and grow a love for learning. It takes a village to raise a child. Here at TLC we are your village.

Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about Think Learn Create Academy! From the moment we first walked through the doors, we were met with a warm, welcoming...

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Prime Time Child Care Center- Paramus

MackCali Centre II Paramus, NJ

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
In 1982, Rochelle Ricci Wasserman and her husband Joel Wasserman established Prime Time Early Learning Centers as a comprehensive child care program designed to nurture and educate young children from infancy through school age. Prime Time offers a comprehensive extended day program, a full-day preschool, before-and after-school enrichment programs for elementary school students and summer camp for children to age 10.
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The Kid's Room

3410 KINGSBRIDGE AVE BRONX, NY

5.0(11)

10 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
In-Home daycare
The Kid's Room is a Child Care center in BRONX, NY. They offer Academic, Cooperative, Developmental (play-based), Child development associate (cda), Cpr training, Early child development coursework, First aid training, In-home/family day care, After school programs, Before school programs, Emergency backup care, Meals provided, Pick up/drop off, Summer care, Summer care / camp.

Care Member says "My very favorite caretaker. I always felt like we were working together as a team. Very energetic and positive. Great open communication."

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Together Learning Center/NVPS

219 Washington Avenue Dumont, NJ

4.6(24)

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We've got heart &amp; here is &quot;where TOGETHER happens.&quot; Licensed for ages 2-13. Full Day, Before and After School Care. AM &amp; PM Pre-School Program. New curriculum that is full and sensory rich with technology programs available. Open year round - 7am - 6pm. Conveniently located with NYC transportation at our door. Ample parking for easy drop-off &amp; pick-up. Largest playground in the area. *Single Parent &amp; Sibling Discounts. Non-potty trained accepted at no additional cost. Competitive rates.

Hilda C. says "What a great school! This playground is huge! My daughter has learned so much! the curriculum is fantastic! ASL, yoga, movement classes, STEM learning,...

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Happy Face Child Care

99 Garfield Avenue Lodi, NJ

4.9(11)

5 mi

Do you need a day off or a last-minute childcare? Do you need a trustworthy childcare? While your child is in my care, I will nurture and attend to his or her needs as an individual. As a team, you and I can assure we take the steps to help your child become a confident, happy, independent individual. Please click this link for my license information. Link on this website is for centers. I am Licensed Home Child Care Provider for 9 years. Now I do childcare independently. I look forward to meeting you, and your little one/s.

Melissa C. says "Rosa is amazing at what she does! I always feel safe dropping my son off everyday. Rosa cares for him and the other children like they are her own. She...

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Educational Counseling Services

137145 North 3rd St Paterson, NJ

5.0(3)

6 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 3 more
*Child Care Age: 2 1/2 to 13 * Professional and Quality Staff *Call today and start tomorrow *Academic, Arts &amp; Crafts, * Immersion Spanish * Child Care for Homeschoolers *Before Care/After Care. *Drop-In Service (school closures). *Child Care Monday-Friday 7:30 am- 5:30 pm.extended hours Saturday 8:00 am-3:00 pm by appt. only. Reasonable rates.

Alice W. says "July 7, 2018 I'm a single mom working full time job with different hours. I looked online one day and found ECS . My children have been attending classes...

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Lily Pond Country Day School

184 Rivervale Rd River Vale, NJ

4.9(10)

4 mi

Academic
Child care
Preschool
The Lily Pond Country Day School provides a high-quality education for children ranging in age from 3 months to 6 years. Lily Ponds teachers are credentialed with degrees in education and the averaged tenured teacher has been on board for over 9 years. Our philosophy is simple - happy children and very happy mom's. We achieve these goals by delivering a full day of interactive instruction and activities to keep the children engaged and interested. Lily Pond parents can drop in any time of the day through our 24/7 web by an IPhone or Computer. Lily Ponds reputation for excellence comes from Ed &amp; Chris Imperiosi, who are the owners onsite and both life time educators. The best way to assess Lily Pond is to come on by and tour the facility while school in session.

Brianne C. says "We enrolled both of our children at Lily Pond last summer and we could not be happier. The directors and all the teachers are amazing, caring, kind and...

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Englewood Childcare Center

10 Grand Avenue Lower Level Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)

6 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 2 more
New Preschool for children ages 2.5-6 school-age program pen M-F from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Extended hours available. After school program for children ages up to 13yo. License Daycare; certified teachers. CPR and First aid certified. Safe and clean environment. Daily educational activities. Free snacks.

Luz C. says "This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I...

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Nell's Nursery & Preschool

83 KEASLER AVE LODI, NJ

5.0(7)

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Special needs
Child care
Nell's Nursery and Preschool is a nurturing and reliable childcare center that focuses on your child's readiness for primary school success. Our teachers and staff encourage our children's creativity, confidence, and compassion for themselves and others. We promote each child as an individual and want them to be at their highest potential. We provide an environment that addresses individual needs and fosters every learning opportunity among their peers, teachers, parents and our community at large. We promise to nurture the love for learning and the importance of human character among every child. We believe this will lead our children on their own path to success. Nell's Nursery & Preschool looks forward to being a part of your child's extended family.

Care Member says "We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Nell’s Nursery! The facility it beautiful with a large space for outdoor play. More importantly, the staff...

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Clifton Playhaus

66 Second St Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)

6 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We offer a secure, nurturing environment in which children are able to establish the solid educational foundations they need to assure success in future academic endeavors. Our program is specifically developed for each age group and ensures that all of our children receive the necessary emotional, physical and educational training from 6 weeks to 13 years.

J.W says "I met with the Director Sandra. She has such a beautiful spirit. I told her some of the concerns I had at my prior daycare and she reassured me that it...

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James, Yvonne

179 BENNETT AVE APT 8G NEW YORK, NY

5.0(3)

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare

Diana .. says "The providers are very caring and loving, and they have a great schedule of activities for the kids. The home setting feels like two large living rooms,...

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Little Angels Child Development LLC

83 ALTA AVE YONKERS, NY

5.0(6)

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Special needs
Waldorf
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Little Angels Child Development , we offer both home-based and center daycare services, perfect for your preference. Our full-time and part time program are designed to engage and nurture children in a fun and safe environment. We offer home made meals, music time, trips, best part are the 5 different room that our child care provided. Which are science room, gym room or soft room, literacy room, play room, music room, and art room. I'd be happy to provide details about our program to see how we can best meet your needs. Feel free to call or text me anytime to set up a visit or get more details.

Care Member says "My daughter loves this place.she is going there since she was 4 years old. Very nice people "

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Children's Corner

1 Blue Hill Plaza Pearl River, NY

3.2(5)

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Multi-site daycare center located in Pearl River, New York. We care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We are open Monday - Friday from 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Natalia F says "I am so happy to have found this place. My son is 19 months old and he loves going to school. We went through a few babysitters before deciding on daycare...

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The Spring of Learning Group Daycare Corp

27 Garfield St YONKERS, NY

5.0(3)

10 mi

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
In-Home daycare
"Greetings from The Spring of Learning Group Daycare! We are a home-based daycare dedicated to providing quality childcare to families. Our primary goal is to ensure that children reach their developmental milestones within a nurturing and compassionate environment. We emphasize a variety of developmental play-based activities, offering a diverse education that fosters a lifelong love of learning. We cater to children from 2 months to 12 years old and are proud to provide a culturally rich learning experience through our Spanish language programs. We look forward to hearing from you. Please contact us to schedule a tour for you and your family."

Care Member says "Maria, Luisa, Marisol, and the whole team at Spring of Learning have been an absolute heaven sent. They treated my girls like family, and seeing their...

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Petite Smiles Daycare

69 Bennett Avenue New York, NY

4.0(1)

10 mi

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Reggio inspired multilingual childcare. Inviting children to learn by play, because play is children's everyday work. We believe in hands-on approach, that fosters a caring and creative enviroment, emphasizing on the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of each individual child. We encourage cross-cultural awareness thru our multilingual curriculum.
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Kids 'R' Fun Family Childcare

225th Street Broadway Bronx, NY

5.0(2)

10 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
+ 3 more
Kids "R " Fun offers a nurturing as well as interactive atmosphere which provides the essential tools that can bring out the best in your kids. This appropriate learning environment is very crucial for your child 's development to become intelligent, happy, and well-adjusted individuals. Kids "R " Fun 's guiding philosophy is to provide child care that involves more than meeting just your kids basic needs and that is providing your child with good education program and excellent well-balanced lunch program. In other words, here, your kids can learn play and grow the best way they can be. Your Kids are appropriately taken Care of The experienced care providers in Kids "R " Fun family day care center upholds the importance of commitment and love for each child that enrolls. The recognition of every child 's uniqueness, talents, learning needs and capacity, and different vibrant personalities are essential for them to play, learn and grow to the best of their abilities. The staffs that will take care of your kids are all highly qualified and the best there is in their field of expertise to meet the needs of your child. You don 't even have to worry about your kids getting hungry or if they are getting the right nutrition as this child care center is partially-funded by the US Department of Health and children from 1 years to 12 years of age are provided for free lunch.

Vanessa F says "I have a long term professional relationship with the childcare and after school care facilitated services of Kids R' Fun. Kids R' Fun childcare and...

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Precious Moments

Gates Place Wayne, NJ

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
In-Home daycare
We offer full time day care for infants and toddlers. We also offer an hourly drop off service. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00am till 5:30pm. Additional hours are also available, if needed. Need a babysitter to come to your house? We offer that too. We are an in-home day care that prides itself on the personal care and attention given to each child. Precious Moments provides a loving, warm and nurturing environment for children in a convenient location in Wayne, NJ. Precious Moments is an excellent choice for parents who are in need of quality, affordable and reliable child care. You will get quality service from professionals who understand what parents hope to get from child care while meeting the highest expectations. Here at Precious Moments, we encourage our children to express themselves freely, promoting individuality while teaching them the importance of social skills. We use the educational power of play to grow your child socially, physically, emotionally and intellectually. *CPR & First Aid Certified. *Daily sanitization and weekly deep cleaning. *Daily communication with parents. *A daily report is sent home with each child everyday. *Last minute drop off available for mommy errands. *We have babysitters available to come to your house for an hourly rate. *Feel free to contact us with any questions.
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Lightbridge Academy of Wayne

1329 Hamburg Turnpike WAYNE, NJ

9 mi

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Child care
+ 2 more
Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the childcare experience. We play a transformative role in the lives of families and we take this very seriously. Our proprietary early childhood education curriculum impacts the "whole" child in a multitude of ways. Throughout our years of operation, we continue to uphold our Core Values, while surrounding the children and communities we serve with love, guidance, and inspiration. Our state-of-the-art child care center provides a professional yet nurturing home-away-from-home environment where you and your child will feel comfortable. We can’t wait for you to become a part of our family! Contact us for special drop in rates!
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Viky's Home Care

285 Park Ave Rutherford, NJ

8 mi

Trustworthy, affordable quality child care for your infant or toddler. We offer daily activities, crafts, music classes, and Spanish classes. Lunch, snacks, dinner, diapers, formula, milk & wipes included with tuition. Organic home made foods, and organic milk is what we use. Drop cam installed for your peace of mind so you know what your child/infant is doing throughout the day. Assistance with potty training.
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Recent drop-in child care reviews from local parents in Paramus, NJ

Drop-In Child Care in Paramus, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 53 listed drop-in child care

OV BABIES EARLY LEARNING - A REGGIO INSPIRED CENTE

Trusting the provider who will care for your precious child is one of the toughest decisions a parent can make. My husband and I were...

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Think Learn Create Academy

I can’t say enough good things about Think Learn Create Academy! From the moment we first walked through the doors, we were met with a warm,...

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The Kid's Room

My very favorite caretaker. I always felt like we were working together as a team. Very energetic and positive. Great open communication.

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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Paramus, NJ

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