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Lil' Bean's Day Care
5.0
Lil' Bean's Day Care is amazing! I have two little girls that absolutely love it there. The environment is clean, safe, and fun. My 5 year old has been going there since she was 2 years old and once I had my 2nd daughter they took her in with open arms. It's always scary when you have to leave your...
- Jennifer C
Lil Forces Of Nature
5.0
Im so happu with the level of care, education and social skills my kids have learned and developed through Lil Forces of Nature childcare. Outside learning is also an amazing bonus. My kids love the center and the use of STEM activities ate amazing.
- Eric L
Miss Jackie's
5.0
Miss Jackie's
Is a caring christian home where she taught my children about God and planned activities with them , but most of all i had peace in knowing they were safe and in a loving environment, as well as teaching them about safety. We are still in touch and my kids still stay in touch with her...
- Jeanette K
Serenity
5.0
Karine is an amazing and professional caretaker! Our daughter has been with her since she was 6 months old and we have loved our experience. Karine is incredibly attentive to our daughter and the other children. Her space is very clean and well-organized. All the activities and toys are educational...
- Joey M
Amy's Home Day Care
4.0
Upon meeting Amy I knew that she was the right person to care for my daughter. Her living room is designated as a play area for the kids, complete with an infant rocker. It's hard to leave your baby with someone else but with Amy, you know she'll take care of your baby with the same care she...
- Natalie J
Drop-in daycares in Lakeside, CT
5.0
(1)
Lil' Bean's Day Care is a licensed small family day care for children, aged 12 months to 12 years.
Experienced caregiver available to guide your little one through exciting days filled with learning and fun. Plenty of safe space to play inside and outside. I provide healthy meals and snacks or...
5.0
"Lil' Bean's Day Care is amazing! I have two little girls that absolutely love it there. The environment is clean, safe, and fun. My 5 year old has been going there since she was 2 years old and once I had my 2nd daughter they took her in with open arms. It's always...
Jennifer C
5.0
(1)
I am an unlicensed home child care provider, however I hold the education credits and continuing education hours to qualify as a licensed plus level early education teacher. I am also a certified lactation counselor who is able to assist my families with their breastfeeding goals. My philosophy is...
5.0
"Im so happu with the level of care, education and social skills my kids have learned and developed through Lil Forces of Nature childcare. Outside learning is also an amazing bonus. My kids love the center and the use of STEM activities ate amazing."
Eric L
5.0
(4)
Childcare provided in my home. Loving Christian atmosphere, with over 25 years experience. I am a listed home.
5.0
"Jackie is a great child care provider! She is extremely nurturing and very compassionate. Her home is very safe and you grow to love her and her family as if they were your own. She provides a great Christian home for your child and that is something that was...
Francisca G
5.0
(2)
"Serenity" is an educational child care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, based on the whole-child approach of teaching.
5.0
"Karine is an amazing and professional caretaker! Our daughter has been with her since she was 6 months old and we have loved our experience. Karine is incredibly attentive to our daughter and the other children. Her space is very clean and well-organized. All the...
Joey M
4.0
(1)
Hi Utah families,
My name is Amy. I am from San Diego, California and I will be moving to southern Utah this summer. I have been providing home childcare, for families in the San Diego community, since 2012. I graduated from SDSU in 2009 with a BA in Child Development. I am a former nanny, and...
4.0
"Upon meeting Amy I knew that she was the right person to care for my daughter. Her living room is designated as a play area for the kids, complete with an infant rocker. It's hard to leave your baby with someone else but with Amy, you know she'll take care of your...
Natalie J
4.8
(25)
Welcome to Normandale Heights Family Child Care!
We provide an atmosphere that is safe, loving, educational, and ideal for early childhood education. Our daycare is full of educational material, as we believe education should feed a child's growth.
We will encourage learning through reading,...
5.0
"We were truly so blessed to find Ms.Maryam and Ms.Mina to watch our son. My son started when he was about 1.5 years old and he had a hard time napping, but they really helped with the transition and insured he was able to get some rest. I loved that they would send...
Erika C
4.4
(7)
I have been licensed and certified since 1986 to provide excellent infant and toddler care. I provide care for no more than 3 children 2 months - 14 months. The limited enrollment provides the best of both worlds - an opportunity for your child to interact with other children without getting lost in...
5.0
"I feel extremely lucky to have found Pamela. I was so nervous sending my newborn to daycare and I could not have found a better fit for my daughter. I was not ready to send my 3 month old to a large daycare with a classroom of 12 babies. I needed a small...
Shelby L
5.0
(2)
I have been professionally caring for children for over 23 years. When I decided to leave the corporate world and start my child care business, I wanted it to be more than just a job. My desire has always been that the services I provide be a ministry not only to the children, but their families as...
5.0
"One of the hardest things to find once you are expecting is good child care. We have been with her for about 2 years 3 days a week and it has been amazing from the beginning. She had my son as a newborn and now toddler. Great with all ages and truly a caring and...
Meg
5.0
(1)
Otter Tots Play and Learn childcare is located in a quaint, clean family home right near Norwalk City Hall. We may be small in size, but we are mighty strong in learning! We follow all state guidelines for learning pillars; THE CT ELDS AND AGES TO STAGES development standards. Your child will be...
5.0
"Our son loves Otter tots. He is always excited to walk in the door and really loves his time there. He really likes both his friends and caretakers at Otter tots. As parents we also appreciate how informative and responsive Patti is and also knowing he is safe...
Melissa P
5.0
(3)
Registered Family Child Care-MSDE
OVER THE RAINBOW is a Bilingual program, that provides a relaxed atmosphere of loving and caring, in which a child is encouraged to develop his/her own talents, uniqueness and self-esteem.
The child s development is enriched by a variety of learning experiences,...
5.0
"Our family has had the sincere PLEASURE of having our three children under the care of Rosita for the past few years. She is emotionally supportive to our girls, extremely professional, kind and thoughtful as well. We are so very excited to see her branching out...
The R
5.0
(1)
The first year's last forever! Research has shown us that the first three years of a child's life are the foundation for the rest of their lives,an affect them socially,emotionally, cognitively and physically. Hi I am a infant ,toddler,preschool teacher providing childcare, specializing in...
5.0
"Ms. Yulanda has been such a great influence on our twelve- month old daughter. We started Avery with Ms. Yulanda at only 3-months of age. Ms. Yulanda has helped in all aspects of raising our baby. For two new parents, who had no idea where to start with a baby,...
Brigid G
5.0
(4)
Bring your child to a learning, loving, fun and happy day-every day! Mimi's House is my part-time, in-home daycare for children ages 3 months - 4 years old. Receive personalized care and attention for your precious baby or toddler!
In my home in Pflugerville our days are filled with hugs,...
5.0
"Our daughter has been attending Mimi's House for just over a year now, and we could not be happier with Lisa and her program. Our daughter attended a large daycare before going to Mimi's House and was absolutely inconsolable every day at drop off. After only a...
Morgan
5.0
(2)
Hi parents, Little Sprouts is a licensed bilingual family daycare in Mission Bay neighborhood. We care for ages 3 months to 4 years old children. Little Sprouts Daycare offers a loving, nurturing, clean, and safe environment for your growing little ones. The happiness, growth, and development of our...
5.0
"My daughter has been coming to Little Sprouts since she was 3 months old. She has been happily flourishing under Little Sprouts' care. Sharon and team are professional and genuinely loving towards the children they care for. They are thoughtful in working with my...
Nancy K
5.0
(4)
Hello, I have a Fall full time spots available. I offer child care in my home. I've been providing this service for many years, in the South End of Concord. Our day is filled with reading, crafts and spending lots of time outside. They also learn letters, colors, counting and age appropriate art...
5.0
"Jackie Shupe is tops as far as a daycare provider goes! Two big thumbs up! She has watched both our children (Ian and Allison) since they were 3 months old. Ian is now almost 7 years old and holds the title for the longest child ever at her daycare. There is no...
Chris M
5.0
(1)
My family childcare home will provide a loving quality learning environment for your child to grow and thrive in. My program will provide educational activities to enhance your child's learning and development. Children will receive nutritious meals and snacks. I accept private pay and county...
5.0
"Home daycare that does a great job!! She is a great educator and provider, an absolute joy to work with."
Alfrie
5.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Gina. I have been a licensed teacher for the state of Virginia, am licensed through social services and have over 20 years of early childhood care experience. I have a 14-year-old son and 17-year-old daughter. I have owned my own home child care business and I have taught as a...
5.0
"My son and I absolutely love Ms. Gina and her family! She was always so professional, responsiveness, attentive and supportive over the years. I cannot imagine how I would of coped without knowing that my son was in a safe, educational and fun place every day. What...
Brittany H
5.0
(3)
I am a registered family daycare with over 18 years of experience.
Our days are structured with a light curriculum that strives for an exciting, fun and healthy developmental experience. Days are based on activities, educational toys, and constructive guidance. Playroom is equipped with an...
5.0
"My son was cared by Mrs.Dee from infancy until he became a toddler. The day he started a daycare center broke our hearts. He learned so much, he was loved, he was understood. He was treated like one of her children. Till this day he remembers. He still ask about...
Andrea V
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Adams Child Care! I have over a decade of child care experience and am passionate about providing a nurturing, safe, fun environment for children to learn and grow. Our program includes meals, indoor and outdoor play, art projects, sign language, reading, and educational activities. We...
5.0
"We feel like we hit the jackpot finding Charlene for our three year old! She structures the days with fun and educational activities while also understanding that kids this age need flexibility and some level of autonomy at this age. They do tons of fun art...
Elizabeth S
5.0
(1)
WE ENROLL CHILDREN 1-5 YEARS OF AGE!
Join us for preschool activities, fun and wonderful friendships!
We focus on:
-Teaching about kindness, manners and having a positive attitude
-Instilling and extending language and vocabulary
-Developing fine and gross motor skills
-Encouraging positive social...
5.0
"Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every...
Kristie L
5.0
(3)
We are family oriented child home care providing services in the Mclean area, State Licensed and have all the requirements needed by the state on order to provide this services.
Our goal is to provide a place where children know that they are accepted, loved, protected, and wanted; helping to...
5.0
"We have had an incredibly positive experience with Little Tree Daycare. We moved to the area about a year ago, and it was tough to get settled. It was such a relief to find such a loving and caring environment for our 12-month-old daughter. It is a caring,...
Lindsay
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Lakeside, CT
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Lakeside, CT?
Drop-in daycare near you in Lakeside, CT 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 Lakeside, CT 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 Lakeside, CT, 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 Lakeside, CT?
While drop-in daycares in Lakeside, CT 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 Lakeside, CT?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Lakeside, CT, 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!