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Drop-In Daycares in Grimes, IA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development- Grimes

My son has been attending for about 8 months. I absolutely love his teacher, she really cares about the kids and is meeting them where...

- Rachel G.

Seufert Child Care

We were so lucky to have Beth care for our first two children, both starting with her when each was 8 weeks old. Our oldest went to Beth...

- Molly S.

Garney's Daycare

This child care is not your average daycare. Garnet is a retired nurse who provides a warm, caring environment for children of all ages....

- Taralyn

Drop-In Daycares Near Grimes, IA

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Grimes Waukee

1101 NE GATEWAY DR GRIMES, IA

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We prepare your child for a lifetime of learning! When your child joins us for their early education, you can feel confident that we’re going to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible. Annual assessments are one way we make sure we’re helping your child meet their academic and social-emotional milestones or make...
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Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development- Grimes

1901 N JAMES ST GRIMES, IA

4.5(2)

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Rachel G. says "My son has been attending for about 8 months. I absolutely love his teacher, she really cares about the kids and is meeting them where they're at. She has...

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Grimes Kindercare

1101 NE GATEWAY DR GRIMES, IA

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Welcome to Grimes KinderCare! We call Grimes, Indiana home and here, everyone belongs in our circle — we love our families and meeting new friends. We offer a range of fantastic enrichment programs, from phonics and math adventures to music explorers and our cooking academy. Our curriculum focuses on early academics, physical...
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Breannas Playhouse

5713 Nw 112th St Grimes, IA

Breanna's Playhouse in Grimes, IA offers a structured curriculum in a nurturing and safe environment. They provide creative educational development programs that enhance the children's growth while meeting the individual needs. This child care works with the staff and parents in supporting the developmental skills and learning...
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Tiny Tots

807 NE Park Grimes, IA

We are high schoolers with experience in taking care of children such as yours who need company while you're away for an afternoon or evening. We work with children between the ages of 1 and 10, we are able to take care of 4 children per babysitter. We bring basic supplies such as coloring books, movies, puzzles and much more....
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Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development - South Grimes

2860 SE GRIMES BLVD GRIMES, IA

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Seufert Child Care

4216 Western Hills Drive West Des Moines, IA

5.0(6)
Hello and welcome to my profile. I have 19 years of experience as a child care provider and through that, I have gained knowledge that is applied to providing the best care possible. We focus on being kind, safe, respectful, and responsible. We learn through play and age-appropriate educational activities. The daily schedule...

Molly S. says "We were so lucky to have Beth care for our first two children, both starting with her when each was 8 weeks old. Our oldest went to Beth until she was 4...

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Garney's Daycare

6560 Colby Ave. Windsor Heights, IA

5.0(1)
This is a must see daycare home. In-home daycare setting, featuring large play area approximately 700 sq. feet with adjoining bathroom and food prep area, healthy meals, and loving, affectionate care. Daycare is supplied with many developmental toys. The daycare area has been totally renovated this August and September of 2015....

Taralyn says "This child care is not your average daycare. Garnet is a retired nurse who provides a warm, caring environment for children of all ages. She is prepared...

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Happy Faces Child Care

1737 17th Street West Des Moines, IA

Hello! UPDATE 11/26/2023: Looking to fill three spots in our daycare! We offer a loving, clean, safe, bilingual and educational environment for your child to grow, learn and play. We are a non-smoking home. Feel free to email me or call/text for more information! Hola! Tengo 3 espacios de tiempo completo...
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Anna's In-home Care

2087 SW Cascade Falls Dr Ankeny, IA

I am a mom of four 11, 9, 7 and 4. Now that my kids are older and in school I want to start up caring for children again. My passion and love has always been for children. I come from a large family of 4 brothers and 3 sisters. I started doing babysitting jobs at age 11 through high school and then started doing nanny jobs...
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KinderCare West Des Moines

865 S 51ST ST WDM, IA

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We prepare your child for a lifetime of learning! When your child joins us for their early education, you can feel confident that we’re going to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible. Annual assessments are one way we make sure we’re helping your child meet their academic and social-emotional milestones or make...
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Ms. Meg's Munchkins

4017 68th Street Urbandale, IA

Small in-home daycare, providing care for up to five full-time children. Ages 12 months-school aged. Open from 7:30AM-5:30PM Monday-Friday. Flat weekly rates. Age appropriate curriculum and activities. Structured schedules. Healthy meals and snacks. Pet Friendly Knowledgeable in state required trainings. Bachelor's Degree in...
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Clever Connections Childcare

4017 68th Street Urbandale, IA

Clever Connections is a small in-home family childcare that provides exceptional care and supervision to children ages 6 weeks -school age, while ensuring a safe and fun learning environment. We operate full time Monday through Friday from 7:30AM-5:30PM and provide a preschool curriculum that is tailored to each individual child...
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Nannies of Des Moines, LLC

1460 SE Bishop Dr Waukee, IA

Nannies of Des Moines, LLC is a full service nanny agency placing genuine and kind-hearted nannies with loving families in the Greater Des Moines Metro. Families & Nannies please apply on our website!
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Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...
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Maria's House Christian Daycare

225 N Cherokee Dr Polk City, IA

In home day care opening 6:30am-5:30pm. Hello My name is Lorena the owner Maria's House Christian Daycare, dedicated to loving and learning. I am approved by DHS category A Provider. I will through the Food Program. I support children and families by helping each child to reach their full potential in a safe and teach nurturing...
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New Creations Child Care & Learning Center

831 Ne Venture Drive Waukee, IA

New Creations offers a safe, developmentally appropriate, and faith-based learning environment for infants through school age children. We create stimulating, educational, and learning experiences that promote each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Our fully accredited curriculum is...
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New Creations offers a safe, developmentally appropriate, and faith-based learning environment for infants through school age children. We create stimulating, educational, and learning experiences that promote each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Our fully accredited curriculum is written in...
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Care By Breanna

2509 NW Maple St Ankeny, IA

**Currently looking to fill Fall 2016 spots for teacher's schedule only!** I am a stay-at-home mom and in-home child care provider looking to provide quality care for your little ones. I have three children, a 9 year old son, and 5 and 3 year old daughters that all enjoy meeting new friends. Prior to becoming a stay-at-home...
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New Horizon Academy - West Des Moines

9040 University Avenue West Des Moines, IA

Our commitment to early learning and education begins in our infant program and extends throughout our school-age program. Our goal at New Horizon Academy is to instill a lifelong love of learning in each child and ensure that your child has the skills they need to succeed not only in school, but in life
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Grimes, IA

Drop-in daycare near you in Grimes, IA 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 Grimes, IA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Grimes, IA 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 Grimes, IA, 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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