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Miss Debbie's Daycare
5.0
Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring, nurturing caregiver, but she has taught my children so much...doing so many activities with them daily...they never wanted to leave. We recently moved...
- Eileen T
Passion's Home Daycare Inc.
5.0
Maelean and her team are amazing loving people and I am so grateful for them. Unfortunately we will leaving due to circumstances not related to the daycares quality of care but due to life changing events . The girls will miss you so much MaeMae!
- Sara J
Little Pandas Home Daycare
5.0
Both of my kids attended Little Panda Home Daycare when we moved to the area in 2019. The place is very clean and well organized. Fei Lao Shi (Ms Fei) is very loving and caring, and very experienced and knowledgeable in early education. The other staff Ms Huang is also very kind and patient. Both of...
- Chenny C
Kids Heaven Childcare
5.0
This program offer the best care and the best learning program for the children!
- Karima R
A Joy Childcare
5.0
My son went to Amanda's in-home childcare for over a year and it was such a blessing. Through covid, she rarely had to shut down and was incredibly understanding in general of all situations. Amanda is down-to-earth and an all-around caring person who truly looked after the wellbeing of my son. I...
- Sarah S
Drop-in daycares in Columbus, IN
Hi there! I am a recent college graduate with a dual Bachelors degree in Elementary and Special education! I also have a 15 month old daughter. I'm looking to help 1-2 families out this summer with child care! I have a home that has lots of toys, 2 designated rooms for the daycare and a huge...
Columbus Youth Camp I a camp facility based in Columbus, Indiana that offers summer camps and other enrichment programs geared towards teenagers. The company is fully equipped with the necessary facilities and lodging to provide a complete camp experience. Columbus Youth Camp’s activities are...
Hilltop Christian Camp, Inc. has been serving the communities in Columbus, Indiana since 1946. it provides a fun, safe and nurturing Christian camp for school-aged children. The camp offers programs designed to promote spiritual, physical, social and emotional well-being. It provides activities that...
5.0
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Debra Bonventre -Miss Debbie's Day Care
New York State Licensed Child Care Provider.
Member Child Care Council of Suffolk County.
OCFS Fingerprinted and Background Checked
CPR and First Aid certified.
Over 240 hours of completed Child Care Training (with ongoing training).
Miss Debbie's Day...
5.0
"Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring, nurturing caregiver, but she has taught my children so much...doing so many activities with them daily...they never...
Eileen T
4.8
(29)
I am a licensed day and evening childcare provider. I have been a licensed foster parent for the past 12 years. I am a mother of two, love kids and know how to take care of your child/children's needs to assure he/she is happy and safe during your work hours.
I provide a clean, safe, learning...
5.0
"We have been taking our two year old to Passion's Home Daycare since September. We recently had another child and are now taking both kids during the day. There is a good age range of children here and we feel that our kids are well cared for. Our daughter often...
Nathan
5.0
(2)
We are a state-licensed bilingual family daycare with an integration of American and Asian cultures. We speak both English and Chinese. We have been serving families in Watertown/Newton area for over 20 years. Our children's families come from various cultural background and nationalities including...
5.0
"Both of my kids attended Little Panda Home Daycare when we moved to the area in 2019. The place is very clean and well organized. Fei Lao Shi (Ms Fei) is very loving and caring, and very experienced and knowledgeable in early education. The other staff Ms Huang is...
Chenny C
5.0
(1)
Kids Heaven Childcare/ECEAP Preschool Program has been offering an environment that allows children to grow emotionally, intellectually, physically and socially for the last 20 years. With a Level 4 Early Achievers Rating, children have a multitude of opportunities for hands on activities, and the...
5.0
"This program offer the best care and the best learning program for the children!"
Karima R
5.0
(3)
I am a mother of five, and I currently have 3 openings to fill. I have many years of child care experience from raising my own children as well as babysitting for family and friends. We offer plenty of free play as well as time for learning shapes, colors, and letters. We will be enjoying walks...
5.0
"To whom it may concern,
Searching for a childcare provider is one of the many difficult tasks parents must face. There are a number of factors that must be taken into consideration: availability and price are, of course, factors, but nothing outweighs the...
John G
5.0
(2)
Specialized in infants and toddlers care providing love, nurturing and safety with a learning and discovery environment and proper activities for their ages, encouraging their creativity and learning experience with parents' participation like social-emotional activities, physical, language...
5.0
"You won't find a better in-home daycare in Vienna than Infant and Toddler's World. My son has been going to Ms. Gloria's since he was four months old. In addition to the quality of care, Infants & Toddlers World is an incredibly nurturing environment and my family...
Zack C
4.6
(10)
My Home Learning Daycare is now S.M.A.R.T.E.R Childcare Llc and continues to be an innovative and creative leader in high quality child care. Our facility has educational equipment that will create an engaging learning environment. We are family oriented and the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming....
5.0
"My son start going to MHL at the age of six weeks and he is now 2 years of age...I highly recommend this daycare due to the care, love, and support that they provide. My son knows his site words, most colors and shapes... MHL will not let you down."
Takina C
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
(4)
*ENROLLING NOW WITH LOWER TUITION! For infants and toddlers in our child-care center, Full-Time or Part Time!*
Located minutes away from Schools in the River Hill, Fulton Area!
I am a qualified and licensed Maryland Day Care provider with CPR, First Aid, and SIDS certification and have many...
5.0
"Noshaba is an absolutely fantastic caretakers. Their facilities are clean and inviting. The daycare is family run and feels very warm and loving. They keep me well informed of my child's day and how she is doing. My daughter is always smiling when I pick her up....
Joe R
5.0
(4)
Attention Teachers! I own an at home daycare in Antioch IL. I would love to meet with you and set up a time to go over availability and pricing. I am looking to work with teachers families. I do not charge over the summer breaks, I do require a holding deposit to save your spot for the next school...
5.0
"Kim has a natural talent of loving and caring for children. My girls love her, and kids speak the truth! She is a hard worker, clean, organized, fun, nurturing and down to earth. You won't find a better place that you can trust for your child's well being than...
Jessica D
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I am a 33 year old experienced child care provider and mother to six children of my own. I am excited to offer not only a loving and affectionate environment but also a fun and structured learning based setting for pre-k kiddos. I currently have my CPR and First Aid certification and as a...
3.0
"Krystal was the very first person I ever left my baby with. I'll never forget the first day I dropped him off. She took him out of my arms with a confidence that soothed me. She is one of the kindest most loving people I have ever met. I'm fully convinced she...
Suzanne C
5.0
(10)
Our Vision & Mission:
All of the research tells us that our children's healthy development depends on safe and positive experiences during their first milestones. As a parent who has other responsibilities such as work, attending school, or training during these early years, choosing the top...
5.0
"We cannot say enough good things about this school! My children have been attending for about 2 years now. Our daughter three and half has grown exponentially while in their care, and our son two has done the same. The teachers are friendly, patient, funny, and...
Amelia A
5.0
(1)
Providing infant childcare with 1:2 supervision, and toddler childcare with 1:3 supervision in a safe, loving, and structured environment.
5.0
"ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"
Pauline P
5.0
(4)
Hi, my name is Jenny. I have been working with children for 30 years! Owning a Licensed family childcare for 20 years of it Lic# 3222010199. I take pride in the care I provide and seek to entertain the children I care for while providing an educational setting. Over the years, I have had infants...
5.0
"I highly recommend Jennifer's Family Childcare! Being a first-time mom, I was nervous about taking my son to daycare. However, we knew immediately that Jennifer's was the right place for our little guy. Jennifer and Bill are experienced, kind, and nurturing, and...
Kasey
5.0
(1)
CALLING ALL SCHOOL TEACHERS!!
Donna's Little Darlings in Home Daycare is interviewing now for Fall openings!!
I also have several before/after school openings!
**Boone County Schools' schedule.
School Year Hours: Monday-Friday- 6:30am-4:30pm.
Closed all days that Boone County Schools...
5.0
"I have known Donna Scott for over three years and she cared for my daughter from the age of 1 to 4.
We met when my husband and I were interviewing childcare workers for our daughter. Donna seemed very confident, caring and explained to us in detail how she ran her...
Sharon P
Tiny Tots
30112 Fox Club Dr., Farmington Hills, MI
5.0
(2)
I am offering high quality home child care. I am certified in taking care of children, have a college degree for early childhood education, and have had many years of experience dealing with children in different environments.
5.0
"Wissam does a wonderful job with our son! She's been watching him since he was 5 months old , now 14 months and has helped us through each phase as he grows. Our son loves being there, he reaches for her when we drop him off in the morning. He is excited and...
Valerie
4.2
(5)
Family focused, early learning program in a STAR 4 setting in the South Hills of Pittsburgh.
As a family child care program, we strive to provide care with a loving, safe, and fun environment. We offer the opportunity to develop a consistent trusting relationship with your family. We respect each...
5.0
"I've been taking my oldest son to Sheryl since he was 6 months old and he almost 5 now. Sheryl has become like family to us. As a new mom who was terrified of leaving my baby with someone else, not having enough milk, worried my baby wasn't getting on a sleep...
Amy M
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Columbus, IN
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Columbus, IN?
Drop-in daycare near you in Columbus, IN 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 Columbus, IN 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 Columbus, IN, 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 Columbus, IN?
While drop-in daycares in Columbus, IN 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 Columbus, IN?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Columbus, IN, 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!