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Melissa's Daycare
5.0
I have known Melissa for over 20 years and have seen her daycare in operation. I can Honestly say if I had a young child that needed daycare this is the place I would want them to be! She is loving and nurturing, and treats the children like they were her very own. Her beautiful home is...
- Patrick A
Rise And Shine Daycare
5.0
My son has been going to Rise and Shine in Chicopee for almost a year now. I am so happy with this daycare and Alicja! My son is 1 years old and so outgoing, saying please and thank you, using his words when he wants something & even using sign language! He has become so advanced for his age,...
- Lauren B
Learn N Play Daycare
5.0
My daughter started this daycare in June 2021 when she was 14 months old, and I cannot begin to express how much she grew while she was there. She grew into a very cheerful mini human, who was very keen to go there every morning and did not want to come back in the evenings. She learnt to walk, run,...
- Prabal S
The Sunset Lane Daycare Center
5.0
I couldn't be happier to have discovered The Sunset Lane Daycare Center. Becky and her team provide a warm, caring environment that focuses love and education. They keep us informed as parents, with real-time updates, through an app, on activities, meals, bathroom breaks, naptimes, etc. They...
- Kasia R
Organic Growth Childcare
5.0
Miss Nicole has always done an amazing job with our kids. She plans meals, sends pictures and organizes activities. She extremely helpful and treats our kids just like her own. Highly recommeneded
- Alex W
Drop-in daycares in Andover, MA
5.0
(1)
Hi! I love kids and helping them grow through creative play, dance, computer programs, arts and crafts, etc. I love to help develop little, independent people! We love to be outside, weather permitting. I've had my home Day Care for 26 years now. I don't usually have openings so you're best bet is...
5.0
"I have known Melissa for over 20 years and have seen her daycare in operation. I can Honestly say if I had a young child that needed daycare this is the place I would want them to be! She is loving and nurturing, and treats the children like they were her very...
Patrick A
5.0
(1)
Multi-Lingual Home-Based Daycare (Polish, Spanish & English). Multi-Cultural Environment. Structured, Montessori learning under a time-based schedule implemented daily. We offer a variety of Free-Choice, Art/Sensory, & Exercise Activities. i.e. Yoga, Outdoor Pay (Fenced in yard), Interpretive Dance,...
5.0
"My son has been going to Rise and Shine in Chicopee for almost a year now. I am so happy with this daycare and Alicja! My son is 1 years old and so outgoing, saying please and thank you, using his words when he wants something & even using sign language! He has...
Lauren B
5.0
(14)
Being a mother of two, I understand that leaving your kids can be frightening; therefore, we are dedicated to having your kids feel at home in our family daycare. We offer a preschool program that develops the social, emotional and physical well-being of every child. Our mission is to understand...
5.0
"Wonderful daycare, very nice teachers, home cooked food .Hot breakfast, delicious lunches and snacks (fruit, yogurt, cookies,veggies). Kids paint, do tasks with workbooks, learn how to read and write,music. There is a very big beautiful playground for kids. Very...
Sunishtha
5.0
(2)
At The Sunset Lane Daycare Center, we are an in-home daycare filled with smiles. We learn through love! Our safe and friendly environment is designed to meet all of your child's developmental needs. Our curriculum is carefully and creatively planned in consideration of the growth of the total child....
5.0
"I couldn't be happier to have discovered The Sunset Lane Daycare Center. Becky and her team provide a warm, caring environment that focuses love and education. They keep us informed as parents, with real-time updates, through an app, on activities, meals,...
Kasia R
5.0
(5)
Hello and thank you for taking the time to review my profile. My name is Nicole and I am a single mother to a preschool aged daughter, and for about the last three years I have been blessed to stay home with my daughter by caring for other young children in my home. As time goes on children grow and...
5.0
"Nicole is so passionate about kids and the care she offers. She provides a loving, educational, healthy and safe environment for children where they can learn and grow. My son loves going to her house and we are so grateful we found her!"
Catherine M
4.6
(10)
We are an in-home licensed day care offering services for children 2-6 years old, Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Koyote Kids is family driven with a structured environment. We ask that parents provide their own meals and supplies for their children. Daily walks, music time, naps, learning time, crafts...
5.0
"I was hesitant to put my toddler in daycare but after only a week he has adjusted fabulously thanks to Melissa. She is so sweet and caring and puts in extra effort not only to watch my son but to teach him as well. He gets story time and music time and he isn't...
Ande S
5.0
(7)
I have enjoyed being a childcare provider for 22+ years. I provide a loving, safe, clean, fun home where your children are free to grow as individuals. I provide meals and snacks! I will help your children grow in language, literacy, physical well being, motor development, mathematics and most...
5.0
"Roxane has cared for our 4 year old since moving to Castle Rock two years ago. She provides a warm, loving, safe environment and truly cares for each of the children and their unique needs. We came from another home provider where our daughter was having a tough...
Ashley E
5.0
(4)
May has been working with children for two decades now and has made taking care of them her lifelong passion. She has a degree in child development, has worked at college campus daycares, centers, at home family daycares, and eventually opened up her own family daycare in 2015 in San Marcos. After...
5.0
"I have been bringing my daughter here since 2017. May is very caring and patient. She understood my daughters needs and took care of her the way I wanted her to be taken care of. She even exceeded my expectations. She is loving and smiles all the time. Jessica...
Sara R
5.0
(2)
Blakely Family Child Care (BFCC) is an enriching environment for children. CPR/First Aid certified; Social play involves in/outdoor recreation, alphabet/number recognition, reading, block building, etc. BFCC offers more than just child care. The mission is to work with families in meeting their...
5.0
"Ms. Bonita is a Blessing for our family! She embraced our daughter at the age of 7 months with open arms. Meals are home cooked and fresh from the Farmers Market. You can tell how much our daughter is loved and cared for with Ms. Bonita. We recommend her to...
Tamara S
5.0
(4)
Licensed with the Office of Childcare Services, Maryland State Department of Education.
Family daycare is open year-round from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays.
Open on evenings and weekends to be scheduled in advance for an additional cost.
The program offers full and part-time care for...
5.0
"We could not have picked a better daycare provider for our infant daughter. Annie takes such great care of her. She sends picture updates throughout the day and she also sends a daily report card at the end of the day detailing what our baby did all day and how...
Samantha D
5.0
(11)
Hello Parents,
My name is Ellie, l am a proud Mother of a two year old boy and offer childcare at my home in Olivenhain. I have over 15 years of experience as a childcare provider.
If you are looking for a caring, safe home to leave your little one while you're at work, please contact me, I...
5.0
"Ellie is absolutely wonderful and my son adores her. We enrolled him when he was 11 months old and from the very first day we've known he was in great hands. I know he is loved, well fed and well rested when he's there, and when we pick him up he's usually not...
Lauren K
5.0
(5)
Currently enrolling Preschool age children 2-4 yrs.
Lainey's Family Child Care is an Academic Enrichment Program that promotes learning, open year round from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for ages 2 - 4 years old, meals and snacks provided for every child. I am a credentialed Preschool/Kinder teacher of...
5.0
"Our daughter started attending Lainey's Day care at 18 months. Lainey has a wonderful in home daycare/preschool program. She has many activities for the children from painting to reading books to playing outdoors. Our daughter is always busy and has been very...
Bree S
4.6
(9)
Welcome your family into my heart and my home. What i offer to you and your child is much more than just childcare. I offer an extended family, a support system that nurtures all of us.
It is often difficult for working parents to balance all the commitments and responsibilities in their lives. I...
5.0
"Victoria provided childcare for our son, Jacob, from December 2011 (3.5 months old) to August 2014 (3 years old). Jacob received excellent care with Victoria, and we received the comfort of knowing that he was in a setting as familiar as his own home.
Victoria...
Jennifer C
5.0
(2)
SERAFINI CHILD CARE:
Licensed Childcare Home (License #343619724) with openings for ages 6 weeks to 4 years old.
Hi Parents,
Welcome to Serafini Childcare. My name is Suzanne and I have been a licensed home daycare provider since 2014. I have over 12 years of childcare experience which...
5.0
"We have known Suzanne since high school and when my sister found out she had a daycare we were soblucky to have found her. We have never had anyone not related to watch our children but she made our son feel like family and he was and still is a handful. But he has...
Desiree
5.0
(23)
Hi. My name is Mariam and I especially enjoy working with small groups of children at my licensed family daycare. The children will participate in a daily, professional enrichment program that teaches arts & crafts, music, pre-math and pre-reading skills, social skills and much more. Your child will...
5.0
"Mary's Little Angels has been a godsend. Both of my daughters are so excited to go see their friends at daycare and come home each day with wonderful stories, artwork, and even new manners! They're 2 and 4 now and started when they were 6 months old. I recommend...
Heather
5.0
(1)
I am a CT Licensed Home Day Care for children 6 weeks to 3 years old. I provide a nurturing, clean and active environment for the kids. I am CPR certified, epipen and medicine administration as well. I provide whole milk and snacks for children over 1 year old. Care for Kids accepted and 10% sibling...
5.0
"I feel so fortunate to have found TLC Family Daycare. I needed a daycare for short period of time because our movement. Words can't even explain how grateful I am with Katherine. She truly love and treat your child as he/ she was her own. The morning walks,...
Polina B
5.0
(4)
Patty's Home Preschool is licensed for 14 children. Over 25 years experience. Infant / Toddler / Preschool / Dedicated to provide quality care and encourage children the love for learning so they could excel in Kindergarten and beyond.
Patty's Home Preschool is regulated by the "Child Care...
5.0
"Ms Patty has cared for each of my three children from infant to preschool age and always showed them love and care. They come home with fun artwork and projects nearly every day and love the friends in their 'classes'. Her home has a separate setup for the younger...
Stephanie
3.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Neidy. Thank you for considering my services for your child. My Family childcare is licensed by the Office of Childcare Licensing and Regulation of the State of Maryland. I am offering a multicultural and bilingual program.
I will provide a safe, comfortable, stimulating, fun,...
5.0
"We are so grateful to have found Ms. Neidy. My two sons (3 and 4 yrs old) were instantly drawn to her and had no trouble transitioning into her daycare. I've been impressed with Ms. Neidy's warmth and nurturing as well as the Montessori inspired environment she's...
Leah
5.0
(1)
Finding someone to care for your child while you are at work is one of the most important and nerve wracking decisions that you will ever make. You want to focus 100% on the job at hand knowing that your child is in a safe and happy environment, getting the best care possible. That is one of the...
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Adams Child Care! I have over a decade of child care experience and am passionate about providing a nurturing, safe, fun environment for children to learn and grow. Our program includes meals, indoor and outdoor play, art projects, sign language, reading, and educational activities. We...
5.0
"Charlene is a gem. Our almost 3 year old has been going to Adams Child Care for almost a year now, and we love it (and he does too!). She has a great way with the kids and a wonderful backyard for our active guy to play. The community of parents has been great to...
Sarah M
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Andover, MA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Andover, MA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Andover, MA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Andover, MA accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Andover, MA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Andover, MA?
While drop-in daycares in Andover, MA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Andover, MA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Andover, MA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!