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Arise, And Shine Childcare
5.0
Arise and Shine is the best childcare! All my 3 children started there and they had a solid foundation and ahead in class by the time they started Kindergarten. They are God fearing too. My children also look forward to going there. We are still using them for after school care and weekends.
- Abisola O
Joann's Family Child Care
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Miss Joann. I was one of those petrified new moms to leave my daughter, but Miss Joann eased my fears right away. I feel like my daughter is with a trusted family member when she is there. She is well-taken care of, well fed and very loved. She has also made...
- April M
Bizzy Bee Family Child Care
5.0
Kate is amazing with all the kids! She plans fun field trips (zoo, chuck e cheese, park) and art projects for the kids. My 2 year old has been there for over a year now. Every morning he is so excited to leave the house. I also love how meals and snacks are provided. Most daycares do it include...
- Samantha R
Rising Star Family Day Care
5.0
My daughter has been going to Rising Star since May 2017 when she was 2 months old. Joan and Anthea have become her second family. They were incredibly supportive of my extended breastfeeding (18 months!) and complied my all my care requests to the letter. I would not be able to go to work every...
- Meredith C
Munchkinland Preschool & Family Daycare
5.0
Miss Alice and her staff at Munchkinland go beyond the scope of what I believe regular daycare/preschool teachers do for their kids. Our daughter was so incredibly happy to go to school everyday, and we were sent on average 15 photos a day of their various activities and adventures which was so...
- Sophie S
Drop-in daycares in Highland Park, NJ
5.0
(2)
Our growing Home childcare facility is an environment that creates a fun and creative environment and incorporates educational programs that assist our children to stand out more than their peers. Our mission is to provide high quality, affordable care and education in a safe, calm, and nurturing...
5.0
"Arise And Shine Childcare is a great daycare to place your child in. Arise And Shine had employees who are set to advance your children's learning. They are so loving and kind and have such a great heart."
Blessing S
5.0
(5)
My home is conveniently located on the Dover/Randolph border and is minutes away from Rt10, Rt 46 and Rt 80
.As of January 2024 I have 1 full time/ opening for a toddler/pre-K(age 12 months and up)
Drop in Care also Available with 24 hr. Notice if space is available
My Family Learning center...
5.0
"Joann has watched my 2 boys for the past year. They love her and always look forward to seeing her! I felt her love for children from the moment I met her and knew my boys would be well taken care of. She always sends home a snapshot of the day and projects the...
Danielle W
5.0
(4)
I am a Licensed Child Care Home. I care for children, ages 18 months to 4 years. I have 9+ years' experience caring for others' children. I have been trained in Infant and Child CPR and First Aid and have taken many child related educational workshops over the years. We are licensed through the...
5.0
"Kate is amazing with all the kids! She plans fun field trips (zoo, chuck e cheese, park) and art projects for the kids. My 2 year old has been there for over a year now. Every morning he is so excited to leave the house. I also love how meals and snacks are...
Samantha R
5.0
(8)
Hey parents! Welcome! Looking for care for your little ones? We are a licensed family daycare. We like to have fun while learning and we provide a safe and structured learning environment for the kids
Call 301-862-1783 and schedule a tour, we'd love to have you! We provide before and after...
5.0
"Ms Anthea Phillips is a very studious young lady. Her compassion for her students is remarkable. She really takes the time to work with the children and the results are astounding! I definitely recommend her services!!"
Janet
5.0
(3)
Munchkinland cares for up to 12-14 Munchkins at a time.
Our hours are 8am to 5:30pm M-TH, 8-5pm on Fridays. We are a year-round preschool/family daycare.
We are a place for learning, creativity, inspiration, love, kindness, growth, and fun!
At Munchkinland, we use an eclectic child-centered...
5.0
"Miss Alice and her staff at Munchkinland go beyond the scope of what I believe regular daycare/preschool teachers do for their kids. Our daughter was so incredibly happy to go to school everyday, and we were sent on average 15 photos a day of their various...
Sophie S
5.0
(2)
We are dedicated ourselves to teaching children more than 10 years. We are well-qualified and experienced
We are trilingual English & Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese).
We provide organic healthy and nutritious food.
We are offering a safe and clean place for the kids, as well a fun learning...
5.0
"We've been sending our little one to Ling Ling DC for months. She has been liking the place since the first day. We were referred by our neighbor who's kid was also attending this place.
The teacher is very professional and reliable. She not only takes good care...
Lychee D
5.0
(8)
Hi my name is Jessica and i am a stay at home mom with my loving 2-year-old girl. We are looking to provide babysitting for another child age 1-6 in our home in Oceanside.I am a former Montessori preschool teacher with 10 years of experience & teaching credential leading a class of 18 children ages...
5.0
"I highly recommend Jessica! She is very caring, loving and kind! Besides her being so wonderful, her Montessori teaching background is a huge plus to ensure that your child will be in the best care! My twin daughters were in her toddler class, and both of them...
Ildi
3.7
(3)
Christian mother with experience as a preschool teacher with openings in my home daycare.
Available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ages 2 and up.
Indoor activities (arts and crafts, music, games, numbers, letters).
Outdoor activities (large backyard for bicycling, sports and toddler...
5.0
"We have been taking our baby boy to Ms. Gio for the past two months, and so far are so happy with our decision. The house is beautiful and clean, and lots of great toys and games for all ages.
We get picture updates and detailed notes about what our baby does...
Sarah P
5.0
(4)
FIRST STEPS FAMILY DAYCARE - ESTABLISHED in 1993 - by a MONTESSORI trained accredited teacher with 18 Early Childhood Education Units including Infant and Toddler Studies.
Website http://www.firststepsdc.com
Licensed since 1993 (28 yrs) and providing a cozy nurturing home away from home for...
5.0
"We were referred to First Steps by a friend who had her children here. We put our daughter on the waiting list a few months ahead of time so that she could start when she turned 1. Mangala & her helpers are just absolutely wonderful. I know when I drop off my...
Jessica S
5.0
(1)
Finding someone to care for your child while you are at work is one of the most important and nerve wracking decisions that you will ever make. You want to focus 100% on the job at hand knowing that your child is in a safe and happy environment, getting the best care possible. That is one of the...
5.0
(17)
Peace of Mind is a loving, engaging, in-home childcare service exclusively for infants between the ages of 6 weeks to approximately 12 months. We primarily work with families who are returning to work after the birth of their child & are seeking the highest quality care from an experienced and...
5.0
"Maria is the best. We were so lucky to find POM. I was super nervous about leaving my newborn with anyone. Maria helped us feel at ease right away, she shared updates and pictures throughout the day and my daughter was well taken care of. I've moved out of the area...
Crystal D
5.0
(1)
I offer a safe and loving environment for your little one. We will play, craft, read and sing a long to music. I will provide a good and nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack every day. We will take a rest time daily and play outside in a large fenced yard.
5.0
"I'm so lucky I found her! I only needed daycare for 2 weeks for the training period at my new job, but I'm so grateful to her. She was so good with my son (20 months old.) He was always smiles when he saw we had arrived at her house! Shes very calm, friendly and...
Betty F
Lulu's Fun House
30 Montecilo, Foothill Ranch, CA
5.0
(9)
-Loving, nurturing and academic.
-Park-like playground yard.
-Infant/Toddler/School Age. (2 weeks-5yrs)
-No Pets In home/yard.
-Smoke Free Home.
-8:00am-5:30pm.
-Preschool play based program.
Dear Future Parents,
We would like to extend our warmest welcome to Lulu's Fun House. Thank you for...
5.0
"My son started with Ms. Nouf when he was 4 months old. It was hard for my mama heart to leave him in someone's care that little, but Ms. Nouf made it so easy and truly loved him like her own children. She was invested in him and I know his adaptability is truly...
Stacey
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Jaara Overmyer. For the past 4 years I have run an in home daycare in Colorado. Now my family is embarking on a new adventure to Melbourne, FL and I would love to provide care for your child!
My hours of operation are 5:00 Am, (Early? I know! I provided care for many military...
5.0
"Jaara is great! She watched my kids for years until they relocated to Florida. My kids loved being in jaaras daycare. They do crafts, learning time, fun adventures, and jaara sends updates throughout the day! My kids were treated like family in jaaras care!"
Maddy O
4.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Kathryn Schneider,
A LITTLE ABOUT ME:
I have always loved working with children my whole life, I started off babysitting and being an in home nanny. While doing that I went to school for early childhood education and development. Not long after finishing school, I started...
5.0
"Great caregiver that is extremely attentive to the children and very accomodating with my schedule. Kathryn has a very kind and warm attitude. Highly recommend!"
Juan G
5.0
(3)
I babysit out of my home. We provide meals for the kids unless you would like to bring your own. We take donations of food, toys, and clothes for the kids, but are not necessary. I have babysat kids with adhd, epilepsy, and autism. I have a fenced in park/splash pad around the corner from my house...
5.0
"Haleigh has been amazing with my children. From helping me teach my oldest how to say his abc's, identify his colors, and count to 10, to potty training him. And helping with my 18 month old from the time he came home from the hospital. She is amazing!"
Ashley L
3.0
(2)
Licensed and certified Montessori teacher in business since 1990, providing an in-home Montessori program for infants and toddlers in a well equipped, safe, warm and loving environment. Small group of children and limited spots are available, individual care and attention for each child is...
5.0
"Our son started care with Ms. Ahmed when he was 12 weeks old. From the very start, he was always happy and content when we picked him up each day. Ms. Ahmed provided a very nurturing and loving environment. We loved receiving pictures and videos of my son during...
EJ
5.0
(3)
A loving, learning environment awaits your child at Wee Care Day Care, family child care.
We provide all the educational benefits of a school environment (with high adult to child ratio) in the comfort of a home setting.
A nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are included. There is...
5.0
"Our son has attended Wee Care for the last 18 months and we could not be happier with his development! You get all the educational benefits of a school with the nurturing environment of a home. With a very high Adult to Child ratio, all the children receive...
Mike
5.0
(1)
Hello and welcome! My name is Starla Tracy and I am the owner of A Thriving Start Childcare Home in Concord, North Carolina. We are conveniently located off Highway 49 and Highway 601, with a short 20-minute commute to both UNC Charlotte and North East Hospital. Our Childcare Home is licensed by the...
5.0
"A Thriving Start childcare is an amazingly beautiful loving environment. Mrs. Star truly loves and enjoys the children in her care. I highly recommend this wonderful atmosphere for children to enjoy & have fun learning whilst engaged in all kinds of creative play!"
Amanda
5.0
(2)
I had been a licensed family daycare for thirteen years in Florida, and am now licensed in Connecticut. I have my National Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, National Association for Family Childcare Accreditation. And I continually update my education in this profession.
Your child...
5.0
"As a new parents, we had no experience with Daycares.We wanted a place that would be safe educational and close home. We found what we were looking for and more with Brum, Brum Daycare. Our son is being cared for by Rafaela. We love to hear daily about things he is...
Kasia
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Highland Park, NJ
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Highland Park, NJ?
Drop-in daycare near you in Highland Park, NJ 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 Highland Park, NJ 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 Highland Park, NJ, 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 Highland Park, NJ?
While drop-in daycares in Highland Park, NJ 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 Highland Park, NJ?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Highland Park, NJ, 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!