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Lyons Den Daycare
5.0
My son has been at the Lyons Den Daycare for over 2 years. I was a stay at home mom for the first 10months and was looking for a family oriented daycare. I felt right at home when we first met Carrie and her family. Their home is very friendly, warm, welcoming, and is set up like preschool but with...
- Courtney A
Azam Daycare
5.0
Our daughter has been with Azi for over 1.5 years and we love her! We started with her when our daughter was 3 months old, and we immediately knew after our first introductory meeting with Azi that our daughter would be loved, protected, and cared for. Azi is so loving and very protective of her...
- Pearl H
Kernall Family Childcare
5.0
Krystal is an exceptional provider, giving each child as much time as possible in learning lessons. She is patient and kind.
Ms. Kernall always makes her children feel valued and cared for.
I can attest to her loyalty and confidentiality, she conducts herself in a professional manner at all times....
- Jessica J
Cozy Bear Child Care Home, Llc
5.0
Cozy Bear provided the family atmosphere care that we were looking for our toddler. They treated him with love and compassion, and he learned so much during his time with them! Before I knew it he came home singing ABC's and counting to ten at only 18 months old. Thank you Paige and May!
- Mollie M
Preschooler's Play Central
5.0
We have used Stacy for the past year, and she has been absolutely wonderful with our 3 year old son and 4 year old daughter. Stacy is warm and welcoming, and I always feel good about leaving our children in her care. Stacy always keeps me updated on how our children are doing and sends pictures...
- Shelby K
Drop-in daycares in Mills River, NC
5.0
(5)
Licensed, in-home, small family daycare/preschool. I offer a safe, loving home away from home atmosphere, while blending in a fun and nurturing play based preschool environment. I am CPR/first aid certified and have and continue to take classes on childhood development with Placer County Office of...
5.0
"Our daughter Kennedy Has been with Carrie nearly two years and our infant son was also in her care. I loved having Carrie watch our kids, she is essentially an extension of our family and that's what makes her daycare so special. She is flexible and helpful,...
Courtney I
5.0
(2)
Welcome to AZAM Daycare! Enroll now and let your children be a part of Azam Daycare. Azam Daycare welcomes young learners into a new world full of discoveries, new skills, and opportunities to build friendships with peers. My home daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The rates are...
5.0
"Our daughter has been with Azi for over 1.5 years and we love her! We started with her when our daughter was 3 months old, and we immediately knew after our first introductory meeting with Azi that our daughter would be loved, protected, and cared for. Azi is so...
Pearl H
5.0
(2)
*we provide after-school care from 2-6*
*we are open on Saturdays*
*we provide meals through CACFP*
**acs vouchers are also accepted**
5.0
"Good Afteroon, I'm very pleased with my experience with Kernall Family Childcare. My son Kamari has been with Kernall Family ChildCare for 1 year and seven months now. And I am very pleased on how he has progressed out of that one year. His motor skills, reading...
Ieasha
5.0
(10)
Does your childcare provider keep you awake at night?
Do you feel comfortable while at work where your child is spending their day at?
If you have these concerns, then I have Great News!!!
"COZY BEAR CHILD CARE HOME, LLC" would love to meet you and your child.
Paige A. and her sister May A....
5.0
"We're just getting started with Cozy Bear, but I am already delighted with Paige and May. They've set up their space beautifully for a range of ages (it lives up to the name), they're both experienced teachers, they seem organized and efficient. It's a good thing...
Amanda T
5.0
(11)
I am currently accepting children for my family daycare. I have 25 years of experience. I am accepting children from 18 months to 4 years old. I charge $45.00 a day for children 2 and under, and $40.00 a day for 2 and up. If your child is a drop-in, it's $10.00 an hour.
5.0
"We have used Stacy for the past year, and she has been absolutely wonderful with our 3 year old son and 4 year old daughter. Stacy is warm and welcoming, and I always feel good about leaving our children in her care. Stacy always keeps me updated on how our...
Shelby K
5.0
(1)
Little Scholars International Preschool is a place where children learn Mandarin naturally in a loving, safe, healthy, and fun environment. Our program provides a learning environment in which children become independent, joyful, respectful learners. We embrace the idea that children learn best...
5.0
"Such insight and kindness with the kids. They play outside, love Kelley and her Mom like their own. Everyday I walk in I am greeted by some many smiling little faces."
Meghan P
5.0
(5)
I am a passionate professional licensed LVN, experienced with pediatrics, who decided to take care of your children at my home to give them a comfortable and safe environment!
Details are listed below.
*Services offered for children ages 3 months old to 12 years old.
*Preschool curriculum....
5.0
"Dia and her staff are fantastic. My two year old daughter always loves going to daycare. They do great activities with the kids, hold fun events for holidays and birthdays, and help my daughter to continue her growth and learning. We know the kids here are safe,...
Brandon M
5.0
(3)
Infant Spot available>
240-476-4091
Bilingual Spanish/English daycare in a spacious single family home. many years experience with infants and toddlers. Organic home cooked menu provided, 2 caregivers, preschool curriculum, separate sleeping area, Spacious play areas, big fenced back yard.
5.0
"Ms. Gabby is the most loving, caring person and we could not be more lucky and grateful to have found her to care for our son!!! She has become another member of our family. Leaving your baby in the hands of someone else for the first time can be nerve-wracking,...
Andrea B
4.7
(6)
Hello there!
My name is Natalia. My mother started this daycare back in 2010 ( but was working for another childcare care service since 2000 ) because she had a very special connection with children, they are always so fond of her and she loves teaching, guiding and caring for them. So she opened...
5.0
"Our daughter spent her first year here. Natalia and her Mom are great and provided our daughter with a loving, nurturing environment. I never worried about my daughter when I dropped her off in the morning."
Lindsay S
5.0
(1)
I am a registered in home childcare provider. I opened in August 2016. I worked for Stratton Childcare for 1 year before opening my own childcare. I can care for 6 children per day. I am open Monday-Friday, 8:00 to 4:30. I also keep children at night and on weekends by appointment. I am pediatric...
5.0
"Our daughter (19 months) goes to Kay's Daycare and absolutely LOVES it!! She starts singing when we pull into Kay's driveway - and eagerly toddles to play with her friends as soon as we get in the front door! Kay (the owner) is WONDERFUL!! She is caring, kind - and...
Abbey Y
5.0
(9)
Covered Bridge Daycare offers a loving and learning environment in a family home daycare. Provider is state licensed has SIDS training, CPR and First Aid certification. Provider has raised two children and worked in child care prior to opening own family home daycare. Covered Bridge Daycare offers...
5.0
"My husband and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Covered Bridge Daycare! It is apparent that the provider loves her job. She is such a warm person who our little one took to instantly. She very thoughtfully planned his daily routine based on his...
Rachel G
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 is God sent. We have two kids going fulltime and they love it!!! I noticed a big leap in Zaras development and her true personality has come out. Also Joann is very flexible and understanding. I couldn't have asked for a better facility and a better person to...
The W
5.0
(1)
I enjoy taking interest in children's lives as they grow with love and patience. I have wonderful references to show my ability to care for and raise children based on parents' needs and specific concerns. Through the years, I have cared for over 30 kids, infants through toddlers, accomplished potty...
5.0
"She has been excellent at keeping records of my kid's schedule. Very caring and positive atmosphere."
Christina C
5.0
(5)
I am passionate person with kids. I love to share and spend a lot time with them. Teach them and learn things together. I am very tender, sweet, responsible, careful and attentive to them. I speak Spanish and English. I love to teach Spanish by different ways like songs, games,reading etc. I have...
5.0
"I put all my trust in this nursery, Mayra is a kind, respectful and above all very professional and loving girl with my daughter Celeste. This is like a second home for my daughter, since she shares with more children and is learning very nice things every day,...
Sammy
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Emma and I have a small preschool nature program. Using Santa Barbara's beautiful parks and beaches as our classroom, we will go on daily adventures to explore,create, play and learn using nature as our classroom.
Some daily activities that we do are:
Nature walks
Tree climbing...
5.0
"I am thankful everyday that we found Busybees. My son has been going for almost a year now, and all of us (my husband, my son, and I) couldn't be happier. My son started when he was a little over 2YO, and was coming from a more traditional preschool where he cried...
Katie H
5.0
(1)
Andrea's Angels is a new licensed home daycare opening in Bothell, WA. I have 15 years of prior experience owning a home daycare and two assistance's. I look forward to giving your child a nurturing environment to learn and play every day.
5.0
"Andrea has been such a blessing. Our 15 mth old twins were born at the height of COVID & when our in-home nanny announced she was returning to school we decided it was time to expand their limited social circle & switch to a home day care. Our daughter cried...
Britta B
Karlyn's Little Blessings Home Daycare (State Licensed)
8851 Creekside Way, Springfield, VA
Starting at $270/wk
5.0
(1)
State Licensed,
MAT Certified,
CPR/First Aid Certified,
USDA Food Program Approved,
10 plus years experience.
*Before/After Care, Full/Part-Time care, Preschool/Toddler Care, before and after school care.
*Preschool curriculum.
* Loving family day home with emphasis on individualized care for...
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Marie. I started providing home daycare in January of 1987. I am a mother of 5 adult children. I am registered with DCF. I teach the children the basics of American Sign Language using Rachel Coleman's signing time. We also learn beginning letters and their sounds, numbers, colors,...
5.0
"Mrs. Marie is like a mother to my son. He enjoys her activities and playtime with the other kids. She takes care of him as if he is her own. Love this lady to the moon and back!!"
Stacey H
5.0
(1)
Hello Everybody...moms, dads, grandmas, grandpas....
Love Love Childcare has openings available. We are accepting applications preschool children, ages 2-5 years old. Our preschool has a safe, loving, and caring environment for your little ones. We provide a warm, cozy, comfortable feeling with our...
5.0
"Even before I become a mom I told myself that I would never place my child in a daycare..
But...
Love love daycare is and has been the best daycare for my son. He absolutely loves it, and adores Valeria. He always goes to her when he sees her. Most of the time he...
Maggie
5.0
(3)
I am a licensed family daycare provider who has been in the field for over 23 years. I am Nationally Accredited through the National Association of Family Childcare, I am a 5 Star Program through Quality Stars NY, I have my CDA, I am first aid and CPR certified and am able to administer medication....
5.0
"I love that Debbie cares for the children like they were her own. She loves them to pieces, but also ensures they develop into kind, understanding, and respectful little people. The children have both structured learning activities and free play during the day....
Amanda
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Mills River, NC
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Mills River, NC?
Drop-in daycare near you in Mills River, NC 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 Mills River, NC 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 Mills River, NC, 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 Mills River, NC?
While drop-in daycares in Mills River, NC 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 Mills River, NC?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Mills River, NC, 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!