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Find Trusted Drop-In Daycares Near Me in Gresham, OR

We have 60 drop-in daycares in Gresham, OR! Compare and find the best drop-in daycare to fit your needs.

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Nanny

19116 NE Wasco Ct. Portland, OR

5.0(1)

4 mi

Penny's Playhouse certified in home family child care provider. 22 years experience. Plan and effectively implement a curriculum based on scientifically based research and theories of best practice. Create developmentally appropriate learning goals and lesson plans. Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children. Plan experiences in music, art, literature, science, math,small and large motor skills, and social studies inside and outside. Change toys and materials as needed to stimulate and reflect the child's interest. Play and interact with the children in a respectful and nurturing manner. Attend to the personal hygiene of each child; changing diapers, soiled clothing and washing hands. Instruct children in health and personal habits; such as eating, resting, and toilet habits Promote the development of children's independence, self-help and self-calming. Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of other's and positive self-concepts Help children learn about their world and develop their own interests. Identify signs of emotional or developmental issues in children and bring my concerns to the parent's attention. Administer first aide as needed, record information in a medical log and communicate with parents about the incident. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children. Promote the celebration of diversity, inclusive environment, family dynamics and respect and honor holidays and religions. Routinely clean and sanitize toys, materials, surfaces, and other areas of the children's care space daily and weekly as needed. Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each family and encourage their involvement in the program Communicate with children's parents/guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues Promotes good behaviors by using positive reinforcement Transported and supervised children on field trips to the zoo, children's museum, OMSI, Imagination station and other local parks Keep children safe and healthy; supervised them at all times Yearly sanitation inspections by Multnomah County health inspector Monthly fire drills Meals and snacks served according to the USDA food program Monitors allergy and diet restrictions
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Sunset Montessori

1025 Se 179th AVE Portland, OR

5.0(1)

3 mi

This program is now enrolling to start in September 2016, Sunset Montessori School is a Certified Bilingual home program for Infants and Toddlers at Reynolds district in Gresham.In our prepared Montessori environment, your child is free of move and express themselves learning in a nurturing environment where their entire individual needs will be support with respect and love.

Sunset M. says "Very prepared environment, excellent Teacher."

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Green Apple Family Childcare

3426 NE 88th Ave Portland, OR

5.0(1)

7 mi

Green Apple Family Childcare's welcoming and nurturing environment is perfect for your toddler or preschooler (ages 2-5 years). I focus on individualized play-based learning, through daily routines, child initiated and adult led activities. I keep ratios low in order to give the children the love and attention they need. I am a licensed childcare provider, CPR/First Aid certified, and have been providing childcare in my home for 7+ years. I provide healthy, nutritious meals and snacks. I do offer after school care for students from our neighborhood school. MY BACKGROUND: I have a M.A. Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education, and have over 20 years of experience in child development including Early Head Start and as a Head Start preschool teacher. Green Apple Family Childcare is open Monday- Friday, 7:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.

Jenny D says "We love Green Apple. I didn't feel like my daughter was in daycare. It was like dropping her off with a family member. I knew she was loved and well-cared...

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Growing Up Roses

4342 NE 77th Ave Portland, OR

5.0(3)

9 mi

Growing Up Roses is a small in-home daycare providing care for children from ages 6 weeks to 5 years. We are play-based and spend as much time outdoors as possible. Our goal at Growing Up Roses is to help families be successful by providing the best childcare experience possible.

Gwendoline V. says "We love Growing Up Roses and so does our toddler. He asks about going to see his friends at Rylee's daily, and when I pick him up in the afternoons,...

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Santa's Little Cloud

4121 Se 112th Ave Portland, OR

4.0(2)

7 mi

My name is Santa Batista, and I am very excited to be working with your children a daycare in my home. I feel a lot of energy to work with children because I love them. I am the mother of two beautiful children, first is my daughter of 16 years old, and secondly is my son of 14 years old. I feel I'm ready to care for other children and give all the love, as i ve cared and loved my own. I m Child Care License of Department of education early learning division-office of Children Care. My first language is Spanish and I am willing to teach children to speak both Spanish and English to give an opportunity for the children to grow up with a second language. As a caregiver, I am able to be in all situations of children at the same time. I like to teach and help them in their learning process and personal and intellectual development. I also enjoy the curiosity and enthusiasm of them at every stage of growth. My goal is to provide a safe and happy environment for each child. Every child needs to be cared for with love while their parents are at their Jobs. They can pass me a wonderful and happy day while caring and teaching them, while their parents can feel confident while working. Santa's Little Cloud is on Open House to offer its services of Child Care and Development learning, that include all children in between 6 weeks and 5 years and also after school kids until 13 years old. Our goal is development activities oriented to the learning of different activities including early reading, basic math solutions, Spanish first steps and basic musical instrument learning. Our hours of operation hours goes from Monday to Friday 6:00 to 5:30 and Saturday 6:00 to 4:00 PM. We are located at 4121 SE 112th Avenue Portland area in between Powell and Holgate to few yards from Russell Middle School. We wait for you!!

Jimmy says "Treats kids with love and education"

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Two Sisters Daycare

13223 SE Ramona St. Portland, OR

1.0(1)

4 mi

Two Sisters Daycare is a small in home daycare. Our home is clean & safe & we have lots of fun things to do inside & a huge park like play structure in our backyard. I am State Licensed, CPR & First Aid certified, criminally back ground checked & participate in the USDA food program. All meals, Snacks & drinks are provided at no extra cost.
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Garden Home Montessori School

4861 SE 66th Ave Portland, OR

8 mi

Garden Home Montessori School is Now Enrolling! Open House R.S.V.P. Today! Saturday - August 19, 2017, Saturday - August 26, 2017. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We provide affordable, quality care and education in a year round, home-based Montessori environment for both hearing and deaf children, ages 2.5 - 6 years. As part of the Montessori curriculum, during the week we also include our Seed to Plate curriculum, Cooking, Art, Music, Health as well as our ASL and Reading program. Our program builds a respectful and peaceful community fostering the happy and inquisitive child. As Dylan and I continue to collaborate our 15 years experience in Montessori, Special and Deaf education, we have created this new exciting program that builds the child's confidence as a learner and as a community. *Located in SE Portland*
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Moonstone Family Services

740 SE 128th Ave Portland, OR

1.0(1)

3 mi

MoonStone Family Services was founded with an enthusiastic spirit and a lofty objective; to serve Portland families of any stripe, creed, religion and size with quality progressive nanny services, lifetime doula resources and positive parenting classes. By utilizing our care network of teachers, parents, and day cares, we offer local connections to families allowing us to focus on building roots in our community . The core of MoonStone is to passionately help birth, raise, and assist in the healthy development of conscious, aware, and active Portlandians. Services- *Daycare services *Doula- both pre-natal and post-partum *Parenting education and support.
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Hawthorn Circle Daycare

8116 SE Cooper St. Happy Valley, OR

6 mi

My Daycare/Preschool program has limited -full day openings available - 3 days, 4 days, or all 5 days pr week in a convenient large (1/3 acre) SE Portland location! Between Duke and Flavel off of 82nd ave. I offer a play based preschool program with plenty of guided free play allowing ample time for your child to engage in learning at their own pace while encouraging the creative spirit within! A child's work is play! Learning through play is critical to holistic development! Competitive Rates (DHS accepted at current rate plus co-pay; I can NOT adjust what DHS lists as your co-pay amount) Are you a full time teacher/educator? Two thirds of my families are as well! I offer a fantastic rate package based on your special scheduling needs without breaking your budget. AVAILABILITY: Monday through Friday day shifts; full time (open hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm) I am unable to provide any transportation at this time. Cozy, homey atmosphere and low ratio of children for more quality one on one time. I keep my numbers low (no more than 7 children pr adult) so all children in my care can enjoy quality time for learning as well as the comfort of feeling as if they are part of a large family home while they are here. I provide USDA meals and snacks PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: * To help children use their five senses to explore the world around them * To help develop positive self-esteem * To promote self-help skills * to develop an interest in learning * To encourage problem solving * To stimulate imagination and creativity * To emphasize process rather than final product * To introduce basic colors, shapes, letters, numbers, and pre-math concepts * To develop language and listening skills * To encourage dramatic play * To improve small and large motor skills Fenced Yard with lots of learning and play opportunities. We go outside often (regardless of the weather so please pack and dress your child accordingly). I have climbing toys, riding toys, and lots of hands on activities and toys inside and out. * exposure to fenced off back yard chickens and rabbits * golden retriever & a border collie mix - lots of dig kisses and play Your child works at their own pace! The benefits of a private school with all the comforts of home. Come and see where your child's creativity can be nurtured and where learning is fun for everyone! Text Tina at show contact info or email with questions or to schedule an interview. If I do not answer please leave a detailed message including best times for me to call you back and I will call you back as soon as I can which tends to be during quite time or during the evening when I am not busy providing the best care I can for these wonderful children. I check email an average of once a week except weekends where my screen stays off. Texting especially at first always gets the fastest response time from me.
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Melody's Munchkins

14124 SE Mill St Portland, OR

3 mi

We are 5 star rated with the Oregon Quality Improvement System/SPARKS. We care for children 6 weeks to 5 years. We have separate rooms for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We have a large well equipped fenced outside area with a separate outside play area for the infants. All of our teachers are well qualified and have a Child Development Associates or infant toddler credentials. We have a set routine and have a great interactive curriculum that is used for all ages and stages of development. We are a family run Certified in home child care and have been open in Portland Since 1992. We provide all diapers, wipes and food. We partner with Early Head Start, Childcare Initiative and Baby Promise.
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Rochelle Howe

3353 NE Spruce Dr. Camas, WA

9 mi

Hello, my name is Rochelle. I am a full-time stay at home mom of 3 fun little girls. I have a bachelors degree in early childhood education from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon (2011). I also teach online English courses to foreign students. I have about 5 years of in home daycare experience with references. I am looking to help a family of 1-2 children part-time out of my home. I will be doing digital learning with two of my daughters who are in 1st, and 2nd grade. I also have a 3 year old daughter . I have always used my daycare as an "educational setting" , and collaborated with each parent to determine goals that they would like to see their child achieve whether it be academically, socially, or emotionally. But most of all to have fun days and grow in a safe environment.
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Paper Crane Learning Center

9316 SE Salmon Ct. Portland, OR

6 mi

We are a licensed in-home childcare run by an certified teacher with a master's degree in early childhood and special education and nine years of teaching experience. We specialize in flexible, drop-in childcare catering to your schedule. Not everyone needs a full time day care setting and the expense that comes with it. Yet almost every parent does need child care sometimes, often even on short notice. We are here for you, whether it's once a week or only once ever. Our in home setting allows your child to enjoy the comfort and attention of a cozy kid friendly space much like a play date at a friend's house but with the added fun of planned learning activities. Miss Chrys has a strong background and extensive education in early childhood education, both with typically developing children and those with special needs, allowing us to offer a developmentally appropriate setting for children to learn and grow while you take care of other things.
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Kimber's Cuties

14052 SE Stephens St. Portland, OR

3 mi

I'm currently a stay-at-home mom to my sweet 15 month old little boy. Before that, I had lots of experience working with children as a part-time nanny while in school. I cared for both children who were "special needs" as well as "typical". My previous job I was working full-time as a nursing assistant (CNA-2) and though I have let my license lapse this past year (as I'm committed to being a stay at home mom) I hold a current CPR and first aid card. If you're looking for someone who will not only have the time to give your child the attention he/she needs, provide a clean and structured environment and keep them busy with fun activities and outings such as art, reading stories, playing outside (in my fenced in back yard), going for walks, trips to local story times, the zoo, museums, etc. I think we could be a great fit! Right now I'm currently offering care in my home to 1 or possibly two children.Though typical business hours would be ideal, I'm flexible and very willing to work around your schedule. I can also offer date-night care as well. I'm more than happy to offer references and a background check upon request.
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Little Feet Big Steps

14545 NE Knott Court Portland, OR

4 mi

Little Feet Big Steps is a home based childcare located in NE Portland near the Elementary school. We are in one of the safest neighborhoods in the Portland area and live within a quiet cul-de-sac that allows for a great big yard in the back for play and discovery. Although, we are a home-based center, we act a lot like a larger childcare center with our programs and lesson plans. We believe in encouraging the little ones to learn throughout the day. We hope to accomplish this task by using hands-on activities, songs and games, as well as, enrichment activities throughout the week: gardening, cooking, movement, science and language. We also value providing healthy snacks and lunches with the following ingredients: seasonal produce, whole grains, lean meats, legumes, beans, Tillamook cheese and whole milk. If you are interested in learning more or would like to schedule a visit, please contact us at anytime!
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Creative Kids Daycare

19800 Se 36th St Camas, WA

9 mi

Creative Kids Daycare is a small licensed in-home daycare. Our primary goal is to support each child in a safe and loving home that builds self esteem, encourages home living skills, and actively promotes each child's sense of curiosity and discovery. I received my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Connecticut and have taught Kindergarten, and grades 1 and 5-8. As an educator, I believe children need a safe, nurturing and inviting atmosphere to learn. Children must have their basic needs met before any learning can take place. Although many children follow a general pattern of development, each child is unique unto themselves. We must acknowledge and value the differences in our children, meet them where they are and move them forward. I believe children should be encouraged to express themselves through verbal communication, text/pictures, play, and through art. Children learn through manipulation of objects in their environment, creative play, and discovery of the world around them. Children need both independent and teamwork skills to become a well rounded person. It is through group play, role modeling and through supportive teaching that young children grow socially and emotionally. To learn more about my philosophy of teaching and my program, please contact me. When you enroll your child at Creative Kids Daycare you have entered into a partnership with me for the benefit of your child. Hour of operation: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm with some flexibility
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Joyfully Simple

12976 SE 126th Ave Happy Valley, OR

6 mi

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La Petite Academy of Fairview, OR

750 NE Market Dr Fairview, OR

2 mi

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.
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Puddle Hoppers Daycare

1353 NE Holt Ct Wood Village, OR

5.0(1)

3 mi

Family daycare has openings for 6wks-12yrs. Your little one will enjoy over 1000 sq ft of play area with exciting toys, games, books and crafts. With over 7 years of child care experience you can feel confident leaving your children with me. The daycare is spacious, incredibly clean, and well organized. It is a single level ranch style home. There is also a large fully fenced yard currently being landscaped to better suit the little ones. I am young, professional, full of energy and excited to watch your children learn and grow! Non-Smoker. Everyday is well planned and filled with activities (and a nap/rest break of course ). I am registered on the Central Background Registry and have an Oregon Food Handlers Card. I am CPR/First Aid Certified and have taken Recognizing and Reporting Abuse and Neglect. We are a Registered Family Daycare. Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided at no additional charge. I follow USDA guidelines. I have culinary training and will be preparing a wide variety of healthy and yummy meals that could convert even the finickiest of eaters. I take your child's care and safety very seriously! The daycare has a fire extinguisher, smoke and CO2 detectors, security cameras, and we practice emergency drills once a month. The daycare will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon-Fri. Rates are dependent on your individual circumstances but are very affordable. As an added bonus I do regularly offer a date night once a month from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at no additional charge for full-time families. I am located in Wood Village/Troutdale, close to I-84. Please email me with a little about your child's needs as well as any questions you may have.

Jessica says "Puddle hoppers daycare was fantastic. my normal nanny was on vacation and I had Amanda watch my son for two weeks. Rates were very reasonable and care was...

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Melody's Munchkins

12295 SE 106th Ave Happy Valley, OR

5.0(1)

6 mi

I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and have more than 20 years experience. I have a small licensed home that is certified for 16 children. I am very dependable and have never missed a day of work in 31 years of working. I keep abreast of all the new teaching methods and attend many classes each month. I have full and part time spaces available for children from 1 - 6 years old. I have a morning and afternoon pre-school program that helps your child develop a love of learning and they will be more than ready to start school when the time comes. All of our learning areas are hands on and age appropriate.

Tara M. says "Melody's Munchkins is simply the BEST! My son absolutely adores MJ, Avery, and the rest of the teaching staff. As a person with a background in preschool...

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Great Beginnings Day Care & Preschool

11440 SE Abby Ln Clackamas, OR

5.0(1)

8 mi

I'm open Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:30pm. I have my degree in Early Childhood and 30+ years experience! I provide a clean, positive environment that promotes both independent and group learning. Although I'm in a home, I feel that I'm the perfect blend between a good home childcare environment and a small center. I have a great preschool program, large fenced in backyard, and many opportunities to explore the world around us (walks, field trips, etc.). I'm licensed with the state, have current CPR/ First Aid, and great references. Please feel free to email me.

Cassandra G. says "I have known Melinda for over two decades professionally. She is an outstanding childcare provider who is deeply committed to the Early childhood...

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Recent drop-in daycare reviews from local parents in Gresham, OR

Drop-In Daycares in Gresham, OR are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Sunset Montessori

Very prepared environment, excellent Teacher.

- Sunset M.

Green Apple Family Childcare

We love Green Apple. I didn't feel like my daughter was in daycare. It was like dropping her off with a family member. I knew she was loved...

- Jenny D

Growing Up Roses

We love Growing Up Roses and so does our toddler. He asks about going to see his friends at Rylee's daily, and when I pick him up in the...

- Gwendoline V.

FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Gresham, OR

Drop-in daycare near you in Gresham, OR 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.

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 Gresham, OR, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Gresham, OR 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.

When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Gresham, OR, 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!

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