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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Boulder, CO

Happy Learning Childcare

5.0

My daughter has been attending Happy Learning Childcare for almost a year and my husband and I are extremely happy with the quality of care she receives. It is such a joy to leave our daughter somewhere she feels comfortable and looks forward to going to. Her development of new skills and...

- Ana J.

Nature Sprites

5.0

Melanie is magic! Really and truly, she brings sunshine and sparkle to each and every day. Over the past year, my 3 year old daughter and has spent three days a week with her and Melanie does nothing short of enriching her world in the most unique and beautiful ways. I love the way she bridges play...

- Indea L.

Planting Dreams Bilingual Child Care

4.0

I over all am very satisfied with my daughter's childcare. She's ALWAYS very HAPPY getting dropped off and is always clean happy and smiling at pick up..Only suggestions i have is snow removal.. Dangerous getting my baby out of the car in a foot of snow and getting stuck dropping her off, curb also...

- Joshua L

Drop-in daycares in Boulder, CO

Happy Learning Childcare

Happy Learning Childcare

4795 McKinley Drive, Boulder, CO

5.0

(2)

Happy Learning Childcare in your neighborhood provides superior care in a safe, nurturing home environment. Highly trained and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience in infant/toddler care and early childhood education holds Colorado Level 3 professional ECE. Fun and stimulating...
5.0
"Our daughter has been at Happy Learning for almost seven months and we are very satisfied with the care she receives! She is happy to be dropped off, doesn't want to leave for pick-up and is learning so much every day. We love getting weekly pictures of her...

Caitlin O.


Dandy Lion Playschool

Dandy Lion Playschool

Upland Ave, Boulder, CO

Hello! My licensed in-home daycare is located in a quiet North Boulder neighborhood. I keep a small child to caretaker ratio ensuring each child has individualized attention. The daycare has its own dedicated space on the ground floor with lots of natural light and a kitchen. I cook homemade,...

Game On! Sports Camp 4 Girls

Game On! Sports Camp 4 Girls

Douglass Elementary School, Boulder, CO

Since 2007, we have dedicated ourselves to working specifically with girls grades Pre-K - 8th to encourage a lifelong commitment to a healthy lifestyle that includes sports and fitness. Through our unique summer camps and school-year events and programs, we have effectively empowered girls through...

Child Care

Child Care

2175 S Walnut, Boulder, CO

I am an experienced nanny looking for part time/temporary work as I am waiting to transition into a new full time job starting in May 2016. My ideal would be Mon-Fri for the months of Jan-April. I have an open schedule as of Jan 1. I love children and have ten years experience with infants to age...

Nature Sprites

Nature Sprites

1631 Grove St, Boulder, CO

5.0

(3)

Nature Sprites in home preschool now enrolling for 2013-2014 school year! Do you want a different kind of preschool? Nature Sprites Preschool is an in home, child centered program with low teacher to child ratios, a nurturing & safe environment, organic meals, storytelling, play, laughter,...
5.0
"My son attended a few sessions of Nature Sprites camp last summer. He loves the outdoors and was thrilled with camp. He enjoyed learning about animal senses and taking nature walks. He always felt safe And nurtured while at camp. Our family would highly recommend...

Amy A


Planting Dreams is like a garden that provides a supportive, stimulating, loving and guiding environment. It's set in a warm, personalized family-setting that allows children's hearts and minds to flourish. We offer healthy, mostly organic and all homemade food. There is a large yard to run and...
4.0
"I over all am very satisfied with my daughter's childcare. She's ALWAYS very HAPPY getting dropped off and is always clean happy and smiling at pick up..Only suggestions i have is snow removal.. Dangerous getting my baby out of the car in a foot of snow and getting...

Joshua L


Grace Commons Church

Grace Commons Church

1820 15th Street, Boulder, CO

Education is exploration. It is a journey that can take you anywhere. At Pathways Learning Academy, we show children the path that begins that journey. This is an education for the 21st century, grounded in nurturing care, experienced teachers, and quality curriculum. With our high standards, we...

Nannies of the Rockies, LLC.

Nannies of the Rockies, LLC.

4985 Moorhead Ave 3097, Boulder, CO

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of Boulder, Colorado, Nannies of the Rockies LLC has been a leading well established agency for almost 25 YEARS. Nannies of the Rockies LLC continues to provide a standard of excellence connecting top notch candidates for all types of employment across Colorado and...

Jump For Joy

Jump For Joy

3340 Hemlock Place, Boulder, CO

This fall I am starting a new group at my licensed in home daycare and still have a couple of openings for children around 2 to 3 years. I have been running continually since 2006 and currently have three children enrolled for the fall. These are children whose older siblings I cared for as well....

Starsong Lifeways Child Care, Inc.

3640 Buckeye Ct., Boulder, CO

Waldorf-inspired (LifeWays) home program in north Boulder for young children (8 months to 3 1/2. We love to play, sing, eat organic food, where life is our curriculum.

Campminder LLC

4755 Walnut St, Boulder, CO

CampMinder dedicates itself to finding the best practices when it comes to camp administration. It is a web-based system that involves management and communication. It offers a new perspective that helps camps be successful. It strives to give fresh ideas on camping.

Karen B

2852 Kalmia Ave, Boulder, CO

I have been caring for children ever since 1995. I cared for ages 2-9. I worked at a summer camp since I was 15 years old making sure sure the young children were safe along with cooking and cleaning. In high school I worked in childcare as a care taker managing up to 3-10 young children. In college...

Patience Montessori

3600 HAZELWOOD CT, Boulder, CO

Patience Montessori School is a full day, year round, private, family-owned school, which offers educational and social opportunities for children between the ages of 6 weeks -six years. Mission Our mission is to prepare your child for success in the world. To help build that foundation for...

Altogether Outdoors

PO Box 3666, Boulder, CO

Altogether Outdoors offers a sleepaway camp in the Colorado mountains, and day camps in Denver, to children from seven to fifteen years old. Campers can choose their own activities, which range from sailing, backpacking, rock climbing, arts and crafts, nature and ecology, boating, theater, horseback...

Peaceful Meadow Retreat LLC

7075 Valmont Rd Apt 2, Boulder, CO

The Peaceful Meadow Retreat LLC offers campers with a quiet environment full of nature's beauty. Located in Boulder, Colorado, it has a vast space suited for outdoor retreats. The location is perfect for activities such as hiking, biking, climbing, skiing, snowshoeing and many more.

Meadowlark Preschool

2650 Table Mesa Dr, Boulder, CO

Providing respect and love to children for over 16 years. Our intimate preschool allows for every child to be heard, recognized and known. Our goal is to help every child feel confident, comfortable and develop a positive self-esteem. Meadowlark prides itself on the commitment to provide the best...

D3 Multisport, Inc.

3617 Larkwood Ct, Boulder, CO

Located in Boulder, Colorado, D3 Multisport, Inc. provides customized training programs for multisport athletes. It offers many services that include One-on-one Coaching, Pre-Built Plans, Quarterly Custom Training Plans, Swim Services, Consulting, Training Camps, and Nutrition Consulting. Its...

Tinyminders North Corp

3735 Iris Ave, Boulder, CO

Tinyminders North Corp, located in Boulder, Colorado, offers early childhood education and child care to children. It accepts children ages six weeks to six years old. It give opportunities to children where they can grow emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. The school provides...

Hillside Learning Center Inc

6717 S Boulder Rd, Boulder, CO

Hillside Learning Center Inc. in Boulder, Colorado, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children of all ages that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop...

Rennaisance Adventures LLC

2450 Central Ave Ste P1, Boulder, CO

Rennaisance Adventures LLC offers camps and programs in Adventure Quest. It theater game that encourages self-esteem, team-building, and creative problem-solving skills. Its services also include educational and recreational youth programs. It strives to bring experiential learning and interactive...

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Ratings for Boulder, CO drop-in daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Boulder, CO are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 44 listed drop-in daycares.