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Drop-In Daycares in Orangevale, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

The Stepping Stone Family Child Care

Megghan is such a sweet, caring person; me and my children love her! She always goes above and beyond for us and is even willing to work...

- Cheryl S

Lindsay's Family Child Care

My son started with Lindsay when he was just 6 months old. I immediately felt at ease leaving my son in her care. She does not skip a beat!...

- Natalie

Coco's Wiggle Worms

Nicole is amazing with my 7 month old daughter and has been looking after her for a couple months now. My baby took to her immediately and...

- Ariana B.

Drop-In Daycares Near Orangevale, CA

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The Stepping Stone Family Child Care

5610 Skyridge Drive Orangevale, CA

5.0(1)
It's a pleasure to meet you my name is Megghan, I am the Director here at The Stepping Stone Family Child Care. I am a Mother of 2 (13 and 5 years of age) and find that it's sometimes better for some children to be in a smaller environment versus being overwhelmed in a larger environment where they don't get the attention they...

Cheryl S says "Megghan is such a sweet, caring person; me and my children love her! She always goes above and beyond for us and is even willing to work with my schedule...

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Caterpillar Clubhouse

5605 Norway Drive Orangevale, CA

JANUARY OPENINGS!!! Caterpillar Clubhouse is a home based Day Care and Preschool, A Place to Grow! My focus is on the growth and health of your little one through activity and play based learning. I also make it a priority to serve nutritious, whole food meals: fruits, veggies, whole grains and real protein. (Not the pink...
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Our House Preschool

7145 Santa Juanita Ave. Orangevale, CA

We are a small private preschool set in a country environment. We offer a pre-kindergarten program as well as a preschool program and enroll ages 2-6. We allow our students to explore, create, and learn through a variety of activities but most of all allowing them to be themselves and enjoy being a child. We keep our ratios...
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Chestnut Childcare

5901 Chestnut Ave. Orangevale, CA

At Chestnut Childcare we are dedicated provide a fun, nurturing, and educational environment for all ages. Our large in home daycare has 1400 sf of play space and an edible play garden to ensure that everyone has plenty of room to play, explore, and learn. All of our programs include hands on nature exploration, crafting, and...
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Little Lamb Daycare

5913 Rich Hill Dr. Orangevale, CA

Little Lamb Daycare is a fun, active, and loving childcare center for ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, Monday through Friday. My program offers whole foods and healthy home cooking with 2 snacks a day. I teach letters, numbers, shapes, and colors through fun activities, songs, and crafts, in preparation for preschool. I also teach...
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Lindsay's Family Child Care

11648 Heavytree Ct Gold River, CA

5.0(3)
I chose Child Care as a career because of my love for children and have been licensed and in operation for over 20 years. I am licensed for 8 children, but prefer to keep the group small so that more individual attention can be provided. I have a small, cozy, clean home perfect for infants and toddlers. Helping with the...

Natalie says "My son started with Lindsay when he was just 6 months old. I immediately felt at ease leaving my son in her care. She does not skip a beat! She is very on...

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Coco's Wiggle Worms

3923 WEYBRIDGE WAY Antelope, CA

5.0(4)
Hello, I'm Nicole. I own a small in home daycare. I believe children learn best through guided play and when they're met with love and compassion. We will have lots of fun here learning our ABC's, 123's, doing arts and crafts, sensory bins, outside play and so much more. Here's a brief peek inside coco's wiggle worms:...

Ariana B. says "Nicole is amazing with my 7 month old daughter and has been looking after her for a couple months now. My baby took to her immediately and is always so...

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Ms. Kelly's Afternoon Pre-school

5124 Oak Point Way Fair Oaks, CA

5.0(2)
HELLO! :) I am a mother of four wonderful grown children, two precious grandbabies and a morning preschool teacher five days a week for Sacramento County. I have been teaching pre-school age children for over 25 years and in my current morning classroom for eight years now. I am extending my passion for teaching pre-school...

Melissa F. says "Ms Kelly has been able to offer my son the opportunity to transition from being at home everyday with me into more preschool based environment. He...

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Nani's Crib

10754 Basie Way Rancho Cordova, CA

5.0(1)
-Loving home-environment. -DAYCARE AND HOME SCHOOL -Organic foods -Healthy living -Meditation -Crafts -Arts -Life Skills Practice -Activities -Pure Organic Gardening -Stretching -Outdoor play equipment -Songs -Dancing and best of all.... FUN!!!! Check out our Facebook Page too...
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KR Family Childcare

7220 Starflower Dr Citrus Heights, CA

5.0(2)
My name is Kristina and I have been working as a childcare provider for over 6 years now. I recently opened my own in-home day care for ages 0-5 which offers some really great activities for your child. I am great with children of all ages and find my job as a childcare provider extremely rewarding. I offer preschool for...

Cara-Noelle G says "I found KR Family Childcare through Care.com when i had to go back to work full time after having my son in 2014. Kristina has been caring for my son...

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Bugaboo's Playhouse

7240 Linda Vista Drive Citrus Heights, CA

5.0(2)
Bugaboo's Playhouse where you receive Quality Childcare at an Affordable Price!! We are located between Auburn Blvd and Sunrise Blvd off Old Auburn Road in Citrus Heights. . We currently have openings for happy friends ages 2 years through pre-K. We teach numbers, letters, colors, shapes and manners. We help with potty...

Jaclyn D. says "Miss Peggy has taken care all 4 of my children and loves them like her own. She's always playing with them and helping them learn. We've had other day...

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Nana's Nest Preschool & Child Care

2000 N Cirby Way Roseville, CA

3.9(8)
Come See, Come Play, Come Grow! Hi, my name is Mercedes and I offer a wonderful, safe, engaging, and fun environment for you little one this is what I offer you: Our preschool emphasizes the development of the whole child through active learning situations. We strive for a balanced, nurturing, caring, and developmental...

Mercedes says "In response to Jennifer's comment on why I was not able to provide childcare for her children. My assistant's father passed away on the weekend. That is...

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Precious Hearts Preschool and Home Daycare

1341 Aberdeen Circle Granite Bay, CA

5.0(3)
Precious Hearts Preschool and Home Daycare is a licensed preschool providing a nurturing and safe learning environment for your little one. We offer an exciting indoor playroom with plenty of age appropriate toys. We also have a large backyard filled with a sand box, water table, play structure and much, much more. We are...

Care Member says "Over the past two years, these incredible teachers have cared for our daughter, creating a second home filled with love and learning. They go above and...

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Langdon's Little Learner's

7460 Fairway Two Ave Fair Oaks, CA

5.0(3)
Hello, my name is Tammy and I am opening a brand new Montessori Preschool in a home-based child care setting. The school is best suited for children 2.5 years and older and will provide an enriching educational experience for up to 8 students. In addition to being lead teacher and owner of the school, I hold a Masters in...

Andrew R. says "We have had the joy of having Tammy be our nanny for our kids (5 and 3) for the past 4 years. She has always been instrumental in our kids' education and...

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Lyons Den Daycare

Carriell626yahoo.com Roseville, CA

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 Education. I am partnered with...

Courtney A says "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....

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0235 - Childtime on Sierra College Blvd

8747 SIERRA COLLEGE BLVD ROSEVILLE, CA

5.0(1)

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Lil' Bear Child Care

1413 Wabash Way Roseville, CA

3.0(2)
Sierra Vista Preschool is a warm and caring home based child care and preschool. Providing a comfortable and stimulating environment. Toddlers are given the supervised freedom to grow and learn in the world around them. Preschoolers are given the opportunity to grow, learn, and love the world of school. Enroll now to become...

Sara H. says "Miss. Krissy is such a loving, attentive, and organized owner. She not only provides an enriching environment, but takes the time to teach and nurture my...

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Yoly's Little World Day Care!

3336 Verdeca Way Rancho Cordova, CA

5.0(19)
Dear Parents' Hello, this is Yoly, childcare director of Yolys Little World day care, I've been working with children for almost 20 years here in the Rancho Cordova Community. We are located close to the Elementary School! We are a family environment, we are bilingual Spanish/English, we have a great preschool program and always...

Care Member says "We love Yoly’s little World !! Weve had our children in this daycare since 2021, and would highly recommend them to anyone! Since day one they’ve...

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Marlene's Childcare

4785 Greenbrae Rd Rocklin, CA

5.0(1)
At Marlene s Child Care we know we are the first educational environment children will experience. I feel a great responsibility to help them develop a positive outlook to learning. Children have a natural curiosity about the world around them. It is our job to protect this sense of wonder to keep it healthy and strong in the...

Adele ( says "My Grandson went here and I highly recommend Marlene s it is the next best thing to being at home with Mom. The love and personal interest her and the staff...

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Brittney's Childcare

103 Dyrell Way Folsom, CA

5.0(1)
I provide a safe, nurturing, educational and most importantly FUN in-home childcare environment for infants and toddlers. I have been working in this profession for the past 15 years, both at a preschool facility and as a private nanny; however, I currently operate in my home. I love working with children to help create a basis...

Colleen B. says "I cannot say enough good things about Brittany. As all mothers know, choosing a caregiver for your children is an extremely important decision. You are...

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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Orangevale, CA

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

While drop-in daycares in Orangevale, CA 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 Orangevale, CA, 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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