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Kim's Kids Home Childcare
5.0
I've been taking my daughters to Kim's for over a year! They love her----they call her mom at times! And I love how creative she is with the agenda (great crafts and learning themes each day)! I'd highly recommend her to anyone wanting your child in a home-type atmosphere, with a more school-type...
- Lindsey S
Mayra P
5.0
Mayra has been a great support to us in these difficult times. Her daycare is very close to our home that makes it easy for us because my wife and I, we work from home, while our children enjoy quality time with other kids just a few floors away. :) Extremely convenient!!
Mayra is always open to...
- Kirat D
Melissa's Care
5.0
Really great with the kinds. Has lots of activities for them to do really attentive. So sweet overall. Definitely would recommend
- Clarissa R
Berthiaume Family Daycare
5.0
Jen, and her family/staff took excellent care of my baby girl full time and my boy after school for years. Our daughter had a lot of allergies and I felt at ease knowing she was getting personal care. We are extremely grateful we found a quality home daycare for our littles. We have years of fond...
- Leslie F
Farida Din.funbabies Family Childcare.
5.0
Both of my children have attended Funbabies Daycare. My daughter started with Mrs. Din when she was 14 months old. At the time she had never been in any type of daycare setting before. Mrs. Din quickly calmed my nerves, as she loved her as her own. My daughter loves Mrs. Din and her entire family....
- Allison
Drop-in daycares in Collinsville, IL
Southern Illinois Happy Feet
2229 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL
5.0
(4)
I began babysitting my nephews when I was about 12. It always came very natural to me- I'm a born caregiver!
I went on to babysit other children via newspaper ads & by word of mouth, for several years. Some time after that, I got a job at a daycare center. I started out as a van driver, lunch...
5.0
"Kim has been taking care of my son full-time for almost a year now. My husband and I have had a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend Kim to anyone."
Emily W
Eclc - Edwardsville (in-home) Children's Learning Center
4117 Staunton Road, Edwardsville, IL
Costimate: $198/wk
At ECLC, we have a passion for supporting the success of children and families. ECLC is prepared to encourage independence, freedom within limits, and a sense of order for all students through our curriculum. We are a small center which allows us to give your child much needed personal time for...
Edwardsville KinderCare
500 Goshen Road, Edwardsville, IL
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...
Red Barn Rendezvous Recreational Vehicle Park
3955 Blackburn Rd, Edwardsville, IL
Welcome to Red Barn Rendezvous RV Park. With all full hook-up sites we are the most affordable RV Park in the St. Louis area. We are located just 20 minutes from many major attractions in the St. Louis Metro area.
Easy on and off for your convenience. We are located near Edwardsville, IL at the...
5.0
(5)
I am passionate person with kids. I love to share and spend a lot time with them. Teach them and learn things together. I am very tender, sweet, responsible, careful and attentive to them. I speak Spanish and English. I love to teach Spanish by different ways like songs, games,reading etc. I have...
5.0
"Mayra watched my two girls for over a year. I could not have asked for a better human to care for the most important little humans. She is patient, hardworking, reliable and SO sweet! Great with a schedule, communication and safety. Through the pandemic her...
Courtney
3.9
(17)
At Mrs. Melissa's we have a wonderful backyard with a playground, indoor playroom, and classroom (all state approved).
I engage children in preschool activities, open playtime, arts and crafts, sensory play, and outdoor play. I strive to teach patience, sharing, responsibility, and compassion for...
5.0
"Melissa is amazing! She always does extra for the children in her care! My son was with her part time, for a short period, at a difficult time in my life and she always made my son feel welcomed and at home. She also had a birthday party for him and a present while...
Juan G
5.0
(4)
I have a large Licensed Home Daycare. I'm in Allied Gardens & run a great program with the best assistant!!! We love what we do & can't wait to meet you guys!
We offer your family a home away from home unique experience! I'm easygoing, and a fun loving kind of gal who's been caring for children for...
5.0
"Jen Jen, is amazing! Her daycare is very well structured with a fun n loving atmosphere for all of her little ones. My daughter is now 11 and has been with the Berthiaume Family Daycare for 10 years now. I started bringing my daughter here when she was 9 months...
Angela S
4.9
(7)
I am a licensed family child care provider. I have been providing care in my home since 1991. I am a mother of two girls, and grandma 3 grandsons, they are very sweet. We enjoy children and always love to have them in our home. We provide family child care that feels like home. Every child needs...
5.0
"Funbabies is a loving and wonderful place where your children will thrive. My son attended Funbabies for 3 years, and loved it. Mrs. Din will love, nurture and cook the best home cooked meals for your children. She will also do an amazing job by teaching them...
Caroline A
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
"I have been sending my two children ages 2 and a half and five months to Stacy and have been extremely happy with her care and attention. You can tell she is very invested in the children and seeing to their needs while also being very careful to take our...
Kimberly V
5.0
(2)
I'm a mother and experienced child care provider, offering a happy and loving environment for you to leave your baby for the day. I will be providing exceptional care as well as safe and clean environment in my townhouse located minutes' walk from Spring Hill Silver Line Metro Station in Tyson's...
5.0
"We do have a very pleasant experience at Tyson's Home Daycare. Most importantly, Ms Rubina wholeheartedly cares for children. She ensures the child is well-fed! The daycare environment is very clean and necessary appliances are well used, like room heater and...
Aniruddha D
5.0
(4)
Hi, I'm Angela, I'm 56 years old and have been an active child daycare provider for over 30 years. I'm located in the Mission Hills area and have a warm and loving home that has a large outdoor area for child play. I'm currently licensed for eight, but limiting capacity to 4. I specialize in...
5.0
"Angela is great! Both of our daughters spent 2 years there, and to this day they still talk about their time with Angela. We found Angela after calling the YMCA resource center, and we couldn't have gotten luckier. She is caring, loving, and really knowledgeable....
Jessica H
4.4
(7)
I am a licensed daycare provider with 24 years of experience. I am CPR, First Aid certified and offer USDA balanced meals. I also offer a Christian loving, nurturing, happy and safe environment. I care for newborns- 4 years old. AFFORDABLE RATES. SIBLING DISCOUNT . FREE daycare to BREAST CANCER...
5.0
"My son has been with Ms Denise since he was 3 mos old until just recently (past two weeks) when he started a Pre-K program. She has been nothing short of phenomenal! She offers a very clean, loving, and safe environment. She always communicated needs or concerns....
Joseph N
5.0
(2)
Hello Parents of all Ages,
The Early childhood period is very important because these are the valuable stages in which children brain is developing. During the age Birth to Age five, children are learning important, exciting, creative and imaginary things for each stage in their lives. It is my...
5.0
"At F.O.C.U.S ACADEMY DAYCARE every child is treated with love and equally. Ms. Quinn assures that every child health and safe is put first. She is big on teaching the basic so that every child that comes through her door is more then ready to start kindergarten....
Nicole G
5.0
(5)
My name is Fatemeh and I go by Ladan. I run a licensed family day care in Gaithersburg, MD. I have worked in a family daycare as an Assistant Manager for six years prior to starting my own business. I am also a mother to a 17-year-old son. I was trained in early childhood education, and have...
5.0
"My kid has been going to Ladan's since he was 3 months old (he's 4.5 now). Ladan has taught him so many things (I'll never forget when he started singing the alphabet for the first time) and treats him with incredible kindness and care. She's incredibly reliable...
Elizabeth M
5.0
(1)
Luv-Bugs Child Care has been in business for over 25 years. Including parenting experience of 33+ years to 5 children. Conveniently located in the North Stockton area. Experience with twins over the years, as well as raising our own twins. Luv-Bugs Child Care offers fun crafts, hands on activities,...
5.0
"Luv-bugs has been like a second home for my girls, Brandi treats all the children like the are her own. She keeps her home immaculate, when walking into her home you can tell her life is dedicated to the children. I also love that my girls get to do tons of fun...
Jessica
5.0
(8)
Providing quality childcare really means creating a happy, enriched "life" experience for children while their parents work.
We maintain a safe and healthy environment. We focus on our environment and daily schedule to ensure that structures are safe and the surfaces, toys, equipment and materials...
5.0
"We are moving out of the area and have to leave Irma's after a year and a half. They have cared for my daughter since she was 3 months and they have truly become family. My daughter loves going to Irma's and the staff is truly like extended family to her. The...
Kelly S
5.0
(5)
Small caregiver to child ratio. I am near the 60, 101 & 202 freeways for ease of travel. Caregiver is infant and child CPR/First aid trained. Backgrounds of all people in home have been checked. I will provide diapers (as long as its not a specific brand) and 1 snack per day. I clean all toys and...
5.0
"Our son has been going to this daycare since he was 2 months old. He gets the nurturing and loving environment that he needs to thrive. I would recommend it to other parents that are looking for a place that cares for their newborns or infants as if they were there...
Ali P
4.8
(5)
My home childcare, Bright Start Baby, offers a warm and nurturing environment. It is the perfect mix of my experience running a childcare center for Bright Horizons and the warm and personal attention of a home childcare. Each day is filled with songs, music, great developmentally appropriate...
5.0
"We've had our son with Ashley since he was 3 months old (as of this writing, he's 10 months). We initially chose her based on the recommendation of a friend, and her proximity to my husband's work (we actually live in the SF valley.)
Even though my husband is...
Lauren D
5.0
(10)
CHILD CARE WITH PRESCHOOL FOR ONE REASONABLE RATE
1 full time opening for a 5 year old child
2 before school openings for children who attend Washington Academy in Belvidere, IL
I am a certified teacher and loving mom who has 24 years experience working with and teaching children. I...
5.0
"Ms. Kim has been nothing short of amazing with my daughter! She is so great with all of the kids, reliable, and always has the kids busy doing fun things at the house. My Daughter also goes to Pre-school through Ms. Kim. She started when she was three and will be...
Kourtney W
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Collinsville, IL
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Collinsville, IL?
Drop-in daycare near you in Collinsville, IL 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 Collinsville, IL 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 Collinsville, IL, 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 Collinsville, IL?
While drop-in daycares in Collinsville, IL 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 Collinsville, IL?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Collinsville, IL, 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!