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Peggy H
5.0
Thanks to the pandemic, my husband and I were fortunate enough to spend 13 months at home with our first child. When it came time to find care for her, I was a nervous wreck. We wanted to find a nurturing, in-home environment that would provide quality childcare while also working hard to keep our...
- Carly F
Little Sprouts Learning
5.0
My husband and I interviewed with a few daycare providers, and Sadia was the only one that asked to hold and interact with our daughter and that was one of the many reasons we chose her. We instantly saw a connection, and all of her references matches exactly what we heard and saw since day one....
- Lauren B
Mrs. Cynthia's Daycare
5.0
As a first time mom, I knew it would be one of the hardest things leaving my son to go back to work after maternity leave. It was my number one priority to find someone trustworthy, loving, caring, and knowledgeable to take care of him. Cynthia encompasses all of those things and so much more! It...
- Lindsay T
Day Star School Of Excellence
5.0
Day Star SOE is an amzing in home family child care facility. They believe in the word excellence from the service they provide to the children in there care to the curriculum they use to the families they serve. It is an awsome place to be.
- Felicia J
A Wee Bit Of Care
5.0
We had a babysitter who last minute had to refrain from providing childcare. Having no family in Las Vegas ... we panicked. I found A Wee Bit just from a Google search and couldn't be happier that we did. From the moment we enrolled our son, I felt so connected and part of this little family. I...
- Allyson H
Drop-in daycares in Cortland, IL
5.0
(10)
I am fully vaccinated as are all of my family members.
I have provided care for children in my home for over 30 years. I have a fun, play-based home environment and care for only a very small group of children. I am listed with the state and have had a criminal background check and fingerprinting...
5.0
"Thanks to the pandemic, my husband and I were fortunate enough to spend 13 months at home with our first child. When it came time to find care for her, I was a nervous wreck. We wanted to find a nurturing, in-home environment that would provide quality childcare...
Carly F
4.3
(6)
I have CDA and first aid CPR certifications and I have 45 hour of infant and toddler. I have 90 hour with preschoolers. I worked with Montessori school more than six years. I love to work with kids, its more than a daycare I prepared the kids for school. I work on gross motor skill and gross motor...
5.0
"Sadia is great with the kids. My son has been at her daycare since he was 1. They are always doing art work and learning activities. Numbers/letters/sight words in the morning, art work in the afternoon, and educational tv/music at the end of the day.
My son...
Jamilia T
5.0
(22)
I am a Daycare Provider with over 20 years experience. I provide care in a safe, loving and nurturing home. Your child will receive plenty of one on one time with me. I have a NON-SMOKING HOME and NO PETS. I'm located off of Virginia Beach Blvd in TOWN CENTER I have Criminal Background clearance and...
5.0
"My husband and I interviewed with Cynthia to care for our two year old daughter. Within five minutes of meeting her, we knew this was the perfect place for her to be. Cynthia is devoted to educating and caring for her day care kids and keeps you very informed in...
Kelli B
5.0
(1)
We are an in-home high scope learning program. We have a structured curriculum and schedule that gives the children in our program an expectation of what comes next. We have a performing arts program that taps into the creative side of each child and gives them a natural sense of identifying there...
5.0
"Day Star SOE is an amzing in home family child care facility. They believe in the word excellence from the service they provide to the children in there care to the curriculum they use to the families they serve. It is an awsome place to be."
Felicia J
5.0
(6)
Dear Parent,
Who is better to care for your child than two fully vaccinated HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS?
My name is Breonna and I am a Licensed Pediatric Nurse with a Bachelor's degree in Allied Health. My husband is a veteran from the United States Marines that is currently working as a Respiratory...
5.0
"We absolutely love the care that our babies have received here; they always come home happy and ready to nap after a full day of engaging activities. It is always difficult to make a choice of who can care for our children the same way we do but, I cannot overstate...
Joni T
5.0
(1)
We are a Large Family Daycare that specializes in caring for children ages 0-5. We love helping infants and toddlers develop and reach growth milestones. We help prepare 3-5 year olds for school by working on numbers, letters, shapes and colors. We learn through singing songs, reading books,...
5.0
"We've been with Tiffany at Playful Otther's Daycare since my oldest was 8 months old, so just over 5 years.
The whole experience has been amazing. We call Tiffany the baby whisper as she has a special touch with infants.
She's also very crafty with the kids and...
Aubrey M
5.0
(1)
Dear Parents and Children,
Welcome to Little Heartbeats Daycare, where it takes a big heart to shape little minds! My main objective is to provide a positive atmosphere that promotes the social, physical, intellectual, and emotional growth of children. Learning experiences, appropriate to the...
5.0
"Elza was very kind to us. Showed us the daycare facility. It was very clean and beautifully put together. We will be contacting Little Heartbeats Daycare in the near future!"
RipsimeElza B
5.0
(6)
Dawn's Daycare is a home-based licensed childcare for children six weeks and older. Full time, part time, and before and/or after school care Low rates and family discount for siblings. Call to set up a visit today!
5.0
"Dawn was highly recommended by co-workers of mine. She has been caring for both of my children. My children look forward to going to Dawn's, and even have asked to go on the weekends!"
Ashley K
5.0
(1)
My goal at Little Sprouts Childcare is to provide a safe, happy, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. Each day will be filled with activities that will stimulate your child socially, intellectually, emotionally, and physically. I offer a lot of outside play and we enjoy interacting...
5.0
"We love this daycare! Our kids go there happily! They always have big smiles on their faces at the end of the day! And our son tells us all the things he did!"
Jade
5.0
(1)
Youth Fountain Family Daycare, LLC, is a licensed daycare for the state of Maryland.
Conveniently located minutes from Waldorf and Hughesville, the Youth Fountain takes pride in providing various services such as, Infant and Toddler Care, Before/After Care and Drop-In Care (based on availability)....
3.0
(2)
We are a 24-hour in-home childcare service. Work outside traditional hours so that everyone no matter what hours you work, you are covered and your child/children would be in good hands. We provide 3 square meals depends on shift, potty train as soon as communication is established, on site play...
5.0
"Has supported by not only taking care of my kids mentally support also"
LydiaAndJoseph R
5.0
(1)
I am a registered nurse with a fully Licensed Home Daycare, CPR and First Aid certified. I promote the healthy growth and development of children and provide support for families by providing high quality, developmentally appropriate and flexible care.
5.0
"Highly recommend! Kinga & her team cared for my 2 daughters who are now 5 & 7. She has a great calm energy, warm & compassionate, holds Montessori certification, very professional, kids respect her, clean/safe environment, convenient hours, and a nursing...
Peace N
5.0
(4)
Miss Patti's Daycare is 'simply the best' for your child. Here, you will find a loving, comforting home environment filled with activities that promote your child's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
With 30 years of childcare experience and 17 years in the home daycare...
5.0
"My son has been with Miss Patti since he was 15 weeks old. She's been amazing and loves him like her own. He's 2 now and every day he's excited to see Miss Patti and his friends. If you're looking for a loving and safe environment for your child, check her out."
Jessica J
5.0
(3)
We are a licensed large family daycare license number 070209111. We are a bilingual home daycare that provides fresh healthy home cooked meals daily, along with snacks. During the morning we have preschool for the older children along with outside playtime, and arts and crafts. For the younger...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Maria's Daycare for almost 4 years now (started at 4 months old). I'm very pleased with the care she receives and the communication Maria and Lianne maintain with me. Now that Lianne is offering a preschool curriculum, a huge weight...
Tosha K
5.0
(9)
Covered Bridge Daycare offers a loving and learning environment in a family home daycare. Provider is state licensed has SIDS training, CPR and First Aid certification. Provider has raised two children and worked in child care prior to opening own family home daycare. Covered Bridge Daycare offers...
5.0
"My partner and I talk about how thankful we are that we found this daycare every single day. Our daughter has been there for 8 months, she has a difficult time warming up to new people and after 6 months at her previous daycare, we had major concerns because she...
Alyssa
Elise (troehler) Humphrey - Troehler Family Day Care
2588 W Scott, Fresno, CA
5.0
(7)
I am a state licensed child care provider with 25 years of experience. I provide F/T child care for ages newborn to 12 years of age. My program includes the following: a loving, educational and clean environment, an enrichment program, assistance with toilet training, I provide nutritious meals,...
5.0
"Dependable, caring, clean and organized!
Elise cared for our daughter for approximately 5 years from the time she was 4 months old, and we couldn't have been happier!
The fact that our daughter still asks to visit 'Auntie' is a testament to the type of care she...
Adrienne
5.0
(7)
Caring for children since 1989:
Arlene W. CDA /Preschool Teacher Director 1 EEC,
Child Development Associate
Our Mission:
Our goal is to offer a play-based developmentally appropriate program to meet
every child's needs by nurturing the...
5.0
"Miss Arlene and Mr. Jim run an amazing day care/preschool. My daughter (who is 11 now, and still talks about her day-care parents) thrived amazingly well with them. Home cooked meals, true academic lessons each day, a great play yard with a vegetable garden are...
Diane C
5.0
(5)
~ Part-time rate is $7 per hour
~ Very flexible hours and rates
~ Infants through Preschool
~ Meals and snacks included
~ Indoor and outdoor play
Please give me a call to arrange an appointment.
5.0
"Patty is amazing at what she does. I was so nervous finding someone to take care of my 4 month old son and was extremely lucky to find her. He is now 15months and seeing how much he loves being there leaves me with no worries. Patty is very reliable, and treats the...
Saranda P
5.0
(2)
I want to provide quality childcare in a safe, and loving environment. I have over 15 years experience in early childhood education with a BA in child development from SF State. I look forward to bringing my knowledge to new children.
5.0
"Michaela is such a lifesaver for our family! We were very nervous about starting daycare (our child was born early in the pandemic), but we were immediately at ease after he started at Michaela's. We love that she does so many fun sensory activities with the...
Julie M
5.0
(1)
I am a licensed home daycare provider in the North Waukegan area. I have been doing daycare since 2002. I am CPR/first aid certified and have had my background checked through the state of Illinois. I belong to a food program which means that I have to provide well balanced meals to all children....
5.0
"I have never felt bad for leaving my son with her since day one! My son and I love her like she were part of our family. I highly recommend Donna. I'm thankful everyday for the love and care she continues to provide. My son loves Donna so much that by Saturday...
Tracie P
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Cortland, IL
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Cortland, IL?
Drop-in daycare near you in Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, IL?
While drop-in daycares in Cortland, 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 Cortland, IL?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Cortland, 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!