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Find Trusted Drop-In Child Care Near Me in West Springfield, MA

We have 4 drop-in child care in West Springfield, MA! Compare and find the best drop-in child care to fit your needs.

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Rainbow Nursery School

42 Sheridan Ave West Springfield, MA

< 1 mi

Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Rainbow Nursery School provides a preschool and extended care program in West Springfield, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Rainbow Nursery School accepts drop-ins and is open Mondays to Fridays from six thirty AM to seven PM.
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Cathy's Child Care

12 Kerry Ln West Springfield, MA

< 1 mi

Child care
Cathy's Child Care is an educational childcare facility located at 12 Kerry Lane, West Springfield, Massachusetts. The facility can accommodate a maximum of eight children comfortably. Cathy's Child Care provides a friendly and welcoming environment and offers full-time, part-time and emergency back-up care.
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Sunshine Lollypops Day Care

128 Layzon Brothers Rd Indian Orchard, MA

8 mi

Welcome! I'm glad you have decided to enroll your child in our daycare. Since this will be your child home away from home, we will guarantee you a safe, caring, homelike atmosphere and environment for your child while at same time providing for their physical, intellectual, emotional and social development. Nondiscrimination: I will not discriminate in relation to admissions of any child on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex or disability. House Rules: The children will be taught by example here, to have respect for themselves and each other. They will also be taught to respect my home, property and possessions. Any negative behavior will not be allowed. This include but is not limited to hitting, punching, kicking, biting, standing or jumping on the furniture throwing anything in the house, bad language, etc. Drop off/Pick up: Please arrive on time (7:00am). Breakfast will be served no later than 7:30am. All children are expected to arrive fully dressed (no pajamas) and ready for the day. You have to pick up your child at 5:00pm; you have 30 free minutes for "be late". Notify me as soon as possible if you will be arriving late (any time after regular schedule hours). A late fee of $5.00 for every 15 minutes will apply. This fee is expected to be paid immediately. **I don't accept checks** Vacations/Holidays: I am closed on the following holidays, and you will be required to pay for them, providing to the holiday falls on a regular day of care. I am on vacations. You will be given at least a two weeks' notice. Your year begins on the date your child care contract is signed. Safety: Your child safety is paramount. All electrical outlets have child proof safety covers. I have smoke detector on each floor, and a fire extinguisher in the kitchen. The entrance to the kitchen and the stairs will be closed with a gate to prevent access to the children. I also have a First Aid kit, several flashlight/lanterns, and portable battery operated radio. Fire drills are practiced monthly. I have taken classes in Infant/child CPR and first aid, SIDS prevention and shaken baby syndrome. For more information, please contact me at sunshinelollypopsdc@gmail.com
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Christine's Family Child Care

131 Barbara St Westfield, MA

7 mi

Child care
In-Home daycare
Christine's Family Child Care is located at 131 Barbara Street, Westfield, Massachusetts. The company is licensed to accommodate eight children in its safe and secure childcare facility. Christine's Family Child Care offers full-time, part-time, emergency backup, and before and after-school care services.
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When you drop your child off near you in West Springfield, 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 West Springfield, 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 West Springfield, 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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