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Playhouse Daycare And Drop-in
5.0
I wouldn't ask for a better place and care taker as Ms. Nicole. She is wonderful with kids and extremely patient. Best prices too!
- Jasmine W
Kids Priority
5.0
This is the best daycare I have found. It is in a beautiful home setting, using half of the house. Everything is beautiful, with bookshelves that have books, crafts, and puzzles. Everything is organized. Two tables that seat 6 children each. They are on a daily scheduled plan. It looks and smells...
- Demi G
Porter Child Care
5.0
Brooklynn takes such good care of my 7month old son. His face lights up every time I drop him off. It's so reassuring when your baby is happy to see their caregiver.
- Jana P
Get It Out! Genuine Play
5.0
Kids are always playing and happy!
- Shannon G
Debbie S.
5.0
Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any hesitation!
- Sam T
Drop-in child care in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
5.0
(1)
We provide weekly childcare services as well as drop-in care. We provide overnight care as well.
Enroll at www.playhousedaycaredropin.org
5.0
"I wouldn't ask for a better place and care taker as Ms. Nicole. She is wonderful with kids and extremely patient. Best prices too!"
Jasmine W
4.5
(8)
Drop-in care
Day advance notice required
Not open full time - only drop in care during the week.
Mon thru Fri 7am to 7pm
Friday 7pm to 7am
Saturday 7pm to 7am
Sunday 7am to 7pm
Director has retired from full time care, but accepting drop in care.
Director has over 30 years'...
5.0
"Kids Priority is simply the best! Flexible hours and access to see what your kid is doing during their stay. The owner is so nice to the kids. Never had an issue."
Inelder B
5.0
(10)
Hey! My name is Brooklynn Porter. I am the owner and caregiver for Porter Child Care. I have over ten years experience in childcare. I have just recently graduated college and I am a part of the Air Force National Guard. I make my schedule as flexible as I can, by offering pick-ups, drop-offs, date...
5.0
"Brooklynn takes such good care of my 7month old son. His face lights up every time I drop him off. It's so reassuring when your baby is happy to see their caregiver."
Jana P
5.0
(1)
We offer drop in child care and other recreational activities and events for children! Drop your little one off and go to a movie or dinner in town! Go grocery shopping in peace or go get a massage, the possibilities are endless.
5.0
"Kids are always playing and happy!"
Shannon G
4.9
(9)
*All day care
*Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up
*Date nights/over nights
*CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK*
My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...
5.0
"Debbie is great. She is so flexible with my wacky schedule, its exactly what my family needs. She has so many great toys for my two year old to play with. The play area is very comfortable and great for all ages.
I have met everyone in the family and they are all...
Mary G
5.0
(2)
Asheville's first eco-friendly creative arts learning center. Drop your children off anytime. We are open to learn and play in a natural and creative way. Kids Garden offers a flexible preschool program in the morning and fun after-school enrichment classes! For ages 1 (and walking) to 12 years old.
5.0
"What a wonderful place! So glad I discovered Kids Garden. They offer occasional childcare on a drop-in basis, which fits my lifestyle. They are certified eco-friendly and focus on art, creativity, and play. A very clean, friendly, family atmosphere. I really trust...
Emily W
5.0
(6)
I am a registered provider through The State Of Texas. I provide night care in my home for children ages 3 years and up. I also provide drop in care.
5.0
"I can honestly say that this daycare is a fun filled safe environment. The owner is very welcoming. Clean environment. The curriculum is rigorous and excellent. My children are well taken care of and they come home happy every day."
Rita B
5.0
(1)
We are a Family Childcare Center located in Pennsauken, NJ. Our maximum ratio is 1 adult to 5 children however, we always have 2 adults present. We offer transportation to and from the center as well as, before school pick up/drop off and after school pick up. We also offer tutoring for K-3rd grade...
5.0
"I've been sending my 2 year old son a short time however Miss Shirley and Miss Kathy are wonderful! The center is clean with LOTS of toys and fun things for the children to do. I also love that Shirley has a strong background in early education so she is always...
Melissa G
5.0
(1)
24/7 child care available. Early mornings, overnight and weekend care provided. If you want to run errands or just need a couple of hours to yourself, drop in care is provided as well!
5.0
"Mrs. Hannah is a very sweet lady! She is very accommodating by working with our schedule and the kids love coming here. Her family is sweet as well. My children get so excited to come over it's like a second family."
Hania M
5.0
(1)
Jubilee Prep is a Christian based college preparatory Academy using Abeka curriculum for Toddlers through Second Grade. We also provide extended care service with bus pick up and drop off for elementary and middle school students within 5-10 miles radius from our school location.
5.0
"JCPA gave my daughter an early start in reading and math skill. Each time we have family reunion people are often amazed at how well she can read at such an early age. To me JCPA rate excellent!"
JubileePrepAcademy C
5.0
(7)
This is a contracted childcare and a drop in childcare service. We care for ages 6 weeks old up to 8 years old. Drop in childcare service (minimum age 1 years old) requires a minimum of 2 hours of childcare service ($15.00 per/hour). This is a family home daycare with a complete classroom set-up. We...
5.0
"My son had been with Clap Your Hands since he was 6 weeks old until he was 11 years old. When I first went there i was put on the wait list for a month. It was worth waiting. My son loves reading about 2-3 books a week. He is doing very well in school. Ms. Peggy...
Silvia S
5.0
(3)
Lovely and caring home daycare with playground
Virginia State Licensed,Business Permit
CPR Trained, AED and First AID
22 years of child caring experiences
Fluent in English and Tagalog (national language of the Philippines)
Smoke-free,clean and very safe environment
Preparation to...
5.0
"Chuchie is an excellent day care provider that I provide my highest recommendation for. Chuchie provided full-time day care for both of our kids for several years (including from just after birth for our son) until both of our kids aged out/my mom fully retired....
Kyle M
5.0
(1)
Smarties is a youth center owned and operated by a NC licensed teacher. Smarties provides before and after school care, parents nights out, summer camp, spring camp, drop-in childcare, and our newest service for the 2022-23 school year PRE-K CLUB.
5.0
"Smarties is an amazing learning Center. My son enjoys the staff and fun activites planned. Smarties is very affordable and special field trips and activitoes are not affects by the rate. Smarties is definitely a 5 star!"
Donita
5.0
(11)
I am currently accepting children for my family daycare. I have 25 years of experience. I am accepting children from 18 months to 4 years old. I charge $45.00 a day for children 2 and under, and $40.00 a day for 2 and up. If your child is a drop-in, it's $10.00 an hour.
5.0
"We have used Stacy for the past year, and she has been absolutely wonderful with our 3 year old son and 4 year old daughter. Stacy is warm and welcoming, and I always feel good about leaving our children in her care. Stacy always keeps me updated on how our...
Shelby K
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Chermarie. I'm been doing childcare since 2003. I'm been open for 13 years now. I'm open Monday- Friday, Hours 6:00 am -10:00 pm. No transportation, safe for children, home cooked meal, accept W2, private pay drop in care. No pets. Co-payment
5.0
"nice and clean safe for the children"
Chermarie T
5.0
(2)
Early childhood center with literature based curriculum. Open from 7:30am to 6:00pm. Early drop off available. Children aged 6 weeks to 5 years and before and afterschool.
Breakfast, lunch, and snack included.
Free registration if you mention Care.com.
5.0
"Both my children have "grown up" in Little Rainbow and I have to say I couldn't have asked for a better childcare experience! All of the staff is kind, sweet and caring. Both my children enjoy the warm environment and they have learned so much while having fun! As...
Nicole D
5.0
(1)
Creative Art - Painting - Reading - Music Moments - Potty Training - Flexible Schedules for Parents - Safe Environment / Safe Hygiene - Indoor & Outdoor Play - Pick up & Drop off to school
5.0
"I am so thankful to have found Karmy's Daycare. My daughter has been with Karmy since she was 5 months old and she is so happy and comfortable there. Karmy is a natural, she is nurturing, kind, and is well experienced with taking of children of all ages with...
Joanna W
4.2
(5)
In our Academy we offer children the opportunity to discover their talents and skills as they learn through play and fun!!!
Our New Facility is fully equipped, with new toys and new rugs! All class are taught by certified teachers.
We Offer:
* Pre-School Ages 1 - 5
* Drop-in Care
* After...
5.0
"Is not easy to find a place where your kids learn having fun at the same time... LGA does that
... they love kids and always has great activities for them...."
Ana
4.9
(27)
Niki Family Home Daycare: 650 759 6998.
Much More Than Home.
Loving, Warm, Caring, Atmosphere.
A Clean, Safe Environment.
Playtime, Learning, Activities Music, Dance and
Movement.
Learning While Having Fun.
Teaching Another Language Such As Farsi.
Affordable Daycare...
5.0
"Niki is extremely caring and dedicated
to children she cares for. She also has a background in early childhood education so Niki does more than just watch the children in her care... I really feel that this is entity due to her warm, caring style and the fun...
Solmaz
4.9
(18)
Licensed, US Citizen, providing loving care for more than 25 years. Certified in: First Aid, CPR, Emergency Preparedness, SIDS Awareness. Nutritious homemade meals provided. Customized preschool curriculum. Newborn and up. Full time, part-time, and drop-in care. Non-smoking. No pets. Many...
5.0
"We were blessed with Veenu's daycare for our 3 children spanning across 9 consecutive years. Veenu not only cared for our children, but she supported our family as we grew in number and as my husband and I grew our careers (and for me that meant starting a...
Nikki
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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.
What should I expect when I drop my child off at a drop-in child care center near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
When you drop your child off near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 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!
Are there any special considerations I need to be aware of when using drop-in child care near me in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 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.
What times are available for drop-in child care in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Drop-in child care hours in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 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.