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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Fords, NJ

Dominika's Care

5.0

Dominika does an extraordinary job taking care of our daughter. From the first time we met her, we immediately felt comfortable with her approach to child care. We started taking our daughter to Dominika when she was 8 months old, and now at a year and half, we couldn't be happier with the care...

- Ryan D.

Bettina E's Care

5.0

We highly recommend Tina's home daycare. She has wealth of knowledge and creates a nurturing environment for children. The activities, including playtime, reading circles, painting, and outdoor playground fun, are engaging and age-appropriate. She also organizes different theme parties that the...

- Care member

Bonnie's Day Care

5.0

Attentive caregiver, who treats your child as her own. Clean home. My child started at 6 weeks and went to pre-school at age 4, fully prepared, knowing numbers, colors, and the alphabet. Couldn't have mad a better decision

- Donna

Home Away From Home

5.0

Eileen watched two of our children in our home a couple years ago. The youngest was 2 and the oldest was 5. She'd watch the 2 year old all day and get the older one ready for the bus late morning bus that would take her to afternoon kindergarten. My girls absolutely *loved* Miss Eileen. She played...

- Caroline W.

Rita's Family Day Care

5.0

Rita has raised both my kids from the time they were little babies. She is a wonderful loving woman who takes care of your child like it is her own. I am very grateful to have had Rita raise my children. She not only took care of them but also taught them age appropriate behavior. They both...

- Ana S.

Drop-in daycares in Fords, NJ

Victory Family Child Care

19 Creighton Court, Fords, NJ

Observing and monitoring children's play activities. Keeping records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered(If any). Reading to children, teaching them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts. Listening to songs...

In-home Childcare

12 Poplar Street, Fords, NJ

I am a stay-at-home mom with a 13-month old son looking to provide childcare in my home. I am a certified Teacher of Elementary Education (K-5) and also a certified Teacher of Students with Disabilities in The State of New Jersey. I have 10 years of experience working with children, 6 of which...

Kesha's

78 Koyen, Fords, NJ

Home Child Care: Trained & Certified to care for children with various disabilities: Mental & Behavioral Health, Special Needs, etc. (Rates may change depending on dx). Certified Children's Yoga Instructor...CPR Certified...

5.0

(3)

Hello! I have a Master's degree in Education Counseling and many years of experience working with children. I try to keep my family childcare small as I focus on different activities during the day and want to be able to offer high quality care for your little one. We often have trips to the local...
5.0
"Dominika does an extraordinary job taking care of our daughter. From the first time we met her, we immediately felt comfortable with her approach to child care. We started taking our daughter to Dominika when she was 8 months old, and now at a year and half, we...

Ryan D.


Bettina E's Care

Bettina E's Care

104 S. Feltus St., South Amboy, NJ

5.0

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I am a South Amboy Mom, experienced child caregiver and pre-K teacher taking care of children in my home for over 20 years. In-home providers are exempt from licensing in New Jersey, but I have the same curriculum as other daycares. I offer a playroom with lots of toys and books, daily arts and...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Bettina for over 2 years now and she absolutely loves it. Bettina is amazing, my daughter always comes home with cute crafts everyday and she has been preparing my daughter for preschool. I highly recommend her for anyone who is...

Samantha V.


Bonnie's Day Care

Bonnie's Day Care

13 Willow Ave, Piscataway, NJ

5.0

(2)

My name is Bonnie Conrad. I have been involved in childcare since 1985 when my second child was born. My daycare is located in my home, in a childcare setting area of my home. I have watched over 100+ children, ranging from the ages of 3 months to 4 years. I love doing what I do and enjoy being...
5.0
"Both my children went to Bonnie's Day Care. Even now my daughter 25 and my son 19 still go back to visit. They had a great experience and were extremely well taken care of from infant to preschool. I highly recommend this facility."

Mary


Home Away From Home

Home Away From Home

51 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ

5.0

(9)

I offer a Home Away From Home for your child. I am a mom of four myself (ages 15 - 21) and all children I care for become part of our family, even long after I stop caring for them on a regular basis. I have over 30 years experience caring for children other then my own, the last 6 years of which...
5.0
"Eileen has watched my daughter part time for two years and we could not be happier with her. My daughter is always happy to go there and enjoys interacting w Eileen's children as well. I would highly recommend Eileen to anyone with a small child."

Nicole G.


Rita's Family Day Care

Rita's Family Day Care

3 Dogwood Court, East Brunswick, NJ

5.0

(2)

My family day care is a warm, happy and loving environment. I have been providing day care for children in my home since 1990, so I have a strong understanding of what children and parents need. I am also a mother of 2 daughters, ages 29 and 32, and a grandmother of 2 beautiful grandchildren. For...
5.0
"I am Rita's daughter, so I will obviously be biased in what I say here :) But I cannot speak highly enough of my mother's day care. She has run her business extremely well and for nearly 25 years, and all through word of mouth referrals and happy customers. She...

Malika B.


A Child's Experience Child Care

A Child's Experience Child Care

258 W. Webster Ave., Roselle Park, NJ

5.0

(1)

Our Services are superior to our competitors because our entire team from the owner to every single employee believes in our mission and goal of being warm and loving. With a mature, healthy, positive attitude about life, love, and interpersonal relations. We wholeheartedly believe children notice...
5.0
"I always said if I ever had a baby the first person I'm calling is Shatarra. Uncommon heart for children. She is truly a gift."

Ken H


Children's Den Family Daycare

Children's Den Family Daycare

609 West 8th Street, Plainfield, NJ

5.0

(2)

Children's Den Day Care is a full time family childcare provider in Plainfield. We have been caring for children for over 15 years. We are dedicated to provide quality childcare in a fun, safe, clean and home-based environment. We offer: Full time program for children of all ages Weekly family...
5.0
"The house is big with plenty of room for the kids to play and also clean and well maintained. It's a safe and fun place to be. Plus the rate is really not that high. I loved it!"

Melissa W


Little Butterflies Day Care, Llc

Little Butterflies Day Care, Llc

67 Pennington Rd, New Brunswick, NJ

5.0

(1)

Dear Parents and Children, Thank you for your interest in my profile. My name is Jennyfer (English- Spanish). I am a 33-year-old Hispanic woman who has been a child care provider for the last 5 years. I have also studied in child care related fields. I'm current in Kaplan University Study Human...
5.0
"My child is 4 years old, and is currently enrolled at Little Butterflies Day Care, LLC. He was mainly taken care of by my mother, so at first I was uneasy about him starting daycare and being in a new environment. It's never easy imagining someone who isn't family...

Raquel R


All About Children Private In My Home

All About Children Private In My Home

284 Grove Ave, Woodbridge, NJ

Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT! (Scroll down for info about tutoring) Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated. I'm an experienced stay at...

Nurturing Babies

Nurturing Babies

1828 Watchung Ave, Plainfield, NJ

Child care for infants up to 5 years of age. I have worked with children for over 20 plus years and have worked and owned a daycare of my own.

M.O.C.A, (Making Opportunities for Children to Achieve) is a non-profit academic and social enrichment organization for children ages 5 to 13 years. Our mission is providing educational resources that inspire children to learn! We offer three different programs all year! 1. Academic Tutorial...

Joan's Child Care Services

Joan's Child Care Services

634 Raymond St., Westfield, NJ

Our home has a brand new playroom with a beautiful view of the garden. Large windows help us be a part of the outside even on cold winter days. The new playroom is for younger children birth through 3 years old. We also have another playroom for older children ages 4 to 10. We have a reference...

Taylor's Early Learning Center

Taylor's Early Learning Center

Walnut St, Linden, NJ

Our mission at Taylor's Early Learning Center is to provide a safe, high quality and affordable child care. We aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that develops each child's cognitive, social/emotional and physical abilities. Our goal is to maintain a nurturing home away from...

Artful Steps

Artful Steps

444 Mercer Ave, Roselle, NJ

At Artful Steps , our mission is to ignite children's curiosity, nourish their imagination, and support their overall growth and development by creating a nurturing and engaging environment. We believe in the power of play, exploration, and hands-on learning to foster a love for knowledge and a...

Zerella Family Child Care

Zerella Family Child Care

1551 Raritan Road, Clark, NJ

I am a certified teacher seeking to grow my stay-at-home mom business. I have 2 children of my own, 3 and 15 months, and would love to babysit your child in my home! I am available Monday-Friday from early until late. I understand the life of working parents and would like to ease the burden of...

Language And Enrichment Center

Language And Enrichment Center

551 Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ

The Language and Enrichment Center is one of New Jersey s premier destinations for early childhood education and enrichment classes. Our focus is holistic child development through programs that address different aspects of a child s growing mind and body. We also believe that childhood is the ideal...

Jeanette's Group Family Daycare

Jeanette's Group Family Daycare

63 Christopher St, Staten Island, NY

NYS License Group Family Daycare. Low rates, all vouchers accepted..lesson in English and Spanish...provided meals and snacks, transportation available and more..

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