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Valentina's Day Care Home
5.0
My daughter attended Valentina's day care center from the age of two until starting elementary school at age 5. It is the most loving and nurturing environment and she learned to speak and understand Spanish. Elizabeth Palomino, a trained teacher, provides age appropriate activities for the kids to...
- Carin Z
Kim's Play & Learn Academy
5.0
My daughter started with Ms. Kim a year ago and she is doing so well. Ms. Kim is very caring and patient in working with my daughter who has ADD. She is very knowledgeable and has a great curriculum for the students to prepare for school.
- Shaniqua M
Serena's Smiling Sun
5.0
We toured several home daycares and Serena's Smiling Sun was the best. Serena's place was very spacious and well-organized compared to the other places we visited, and that helped us decide quickly to enroll our daughter in her care. We originally planned to start when our daughter was three-month...
- Felicia C
Wiggles 'n Giggles Home Childcare
5.0
I have known Kelly since 2002 and worked as her daycare assistant twice. Kelly has an amazing set up for her in-home daycare where kids flourish by her teaching. It's not just babysitting!! When I was employed there we taught preschool doing the daily weather, days of the week, reading, song time...
- Kimberly S
Shaw Child Care
5.0
Jackie and her staff are the best in the world, my kids love her,w moved out of the city that she is in but still drive ten miles out of the way every day so they can go there... To the review below, the door wasn't answered because it's her policy to not open the door to someone she doesn't know...
- Kris K
Drop-in daycares in Ozark, IL
5.0
(1)
FULLY LICENSED FAMILY DAY CARE:
*Creative Activities in a warm, caring environment.
*Bilingual Spanish and English.
*Small group of 6 children with two teachers.
*14 years of experience.
*On Oregon Avenue near St John's College High school.
*Ages 4 months to 4 years old.
*Hours 8:00 a.m. -...
5.0
"My daughter attended Valentina's day care center from the age of two until starting elementary school at age 5. It is the most loving and nurturing environment and she learned to speak and understand Spanish. Elizabeth Palomino, a trained teacher, provides age...
Carin Z
5.0
(9)
Greetings!!
My name is Ms. Kim, I am the founder and thought-provoking teacher behind Kim's Play and Learn Academy. I am a mother of three and a glam mom.
I have been in childcare careers for 19+ years with many of the years being a licensed home child care provider through the military....
5.0
"Kim is great! She cared for my daughter as if she was her own & she progressed tremendously. She is dedicated to being an amazing provider as well as making sure the children learn along the way."
Debra B
5.0
(18)
Serena's Smiling Sun is a Licensed Family Childcare/Daycare located in San Diego, UTC/UC area, California (License # 376628111). It provides care for children newborn to 4 years of age, 5 days a week (or even 2 or 3 days a week. I also accept a daily drop-in if I have availability) from 8:00 AM to...
5.0
"Serena's Smiling Sun is the best daycare ever!! Serena took care of my son since he was 18 months to 3 years old and we all had a wonderful time with her. We trust her 100% and never had to worry, she is loving, organizes great activities and play time for the...
Silvia M
5.0
(9)
I am a Christian family child care home located in East Tulsa. I have over 30+ years experience in working with preschoolers both in the childcare field and children's ministry. I have 10 children, with all but 1 grown and out on their own. I also have 7 grandchildren. I have a CDA Credential...
5.0
"Wiggles n' Giggles is without a doubt the best. I've know Kelly for about 5 years. My oldest daughter went to her, and then when my son was a baby we got the privilege to take him to her. Because the other places I looked at I just got a bad feeling in my gut....
Brooke B
4.2
(5)
Great care and great rates. I have provided home childcare in Flower Mound close to Marcus High School, off of Morris and Waketon for the past 20 years. Your 6 week to 4-year-old child will be in a loving, smoke-free and safe environment that is registered by the State of Texas.
Caring for your...
5.0
"My provider since 2004- 2008 and again 2010 -2013
excellent care, CLEAN and nurturing environment
Comfort and ease to go back to work knowing my children were safe and in her care"
A M
5.0
(10)
Welcome to Wren's Nest Child Care and Preschool! My name is Mariah and I am an experienced caregiver and mother to two children. I'm so excited to announce my business has moved to the Whitestown area! My credentials include a bachelor's degree from IUPUI, CPR/First Aid/AED and Universal Precautions...
5.0
"Mariah's dedication and passion for providing a nurturing space, as well as education, is unsurpassed.
I promise you will not find a more loving & caring person to care for your child/children!"
Alexandra W
4.6
(5)
It is my pleasure to give a description of the care Doodlebugs offers. I consider myself the substitute MOM. I have cared for numerous children some that have been here since infancy. Every moment is fun and amazing. I've learned over the years of being a mother of three that energy and patience is...
5.0
"Our little girl has been with Doodlebugs since July 2014. When our previous childcare provider relocated out of state, we were sure that it would be a nightmare to find someone to replace her. We couldn't have been more wrong! Mary and her assistant Kayla are...
Janet B
5.0
(4)
Coping with kids and work everyday can be a delicate balancing act, but help is right around the corner! We are a licensed Home Family daycare, providing your community with quality child care services for over 9 years. Our commitment is to offering a secure supportive environment for your child to...
5.0
"Farah was an amazing caregiver for my 18 month old when she started at Watch me Grow. She has a very diverse group of kids under her care and she attends to all of them with much love. My daughter was always welcomed with a hug. Even with very young children, Farah...
Arti
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Brandy's Home Daycare!
My Daycare is a Small Intimate setting safe and controlled environment. I am very hands on with my kids. I believe that all children are special and unique individuals who learns from their own experiences.
My Goal is to give your child a clean and loving...
5.0
"I highly recommend Brandy's Licensed Daycare.
Brandy provided childcare service for my granddaughter from (3) months of age until she started Kindergarten. Brandy's place is always super clean. She run's her daycare like a preschool. Everything is very structured...
Monica B
5.0
(6)
I am a former Corporate mom that started offering child care in 2009. We live in a beautiful neighborhood which is a gated community. After a long stint in Corporate America, I found myself wanting to stay home with my child. After she was born I decided to venture into the field of homeschooling...
5.0
"Charlotte is an amazing person and is a true blessing to our family. We found Charlotte on care.com years ago and she cared for my son and daughter as if they were her own. Charlotte has the biggest heart and truly cares for children like I have never seen. She...
Nicole K
5.0
(5)
I am a mother of two grown up girls. I would love to take care of your child/children while you are at work. I have been in this business for the past 24 years, raising children from infant to toddler. My family daycare is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., $1,000.00 per month for...
5.0
"Homa is a great caregiver. My son was not adjusting well at a larger daycare and we were fortunate enough to have found Homa when we did. He really thrived here and I am very grateful to Homa! Highly recommend her."
Eunice
5.0
(5)
Welcome to My Bilingual Casita Childcare
Guiding with love & Learning with movement!
The mission of My Bilingual Casita Childcare is to create a stimulating and nurturing environment where children of all abilities, regardless of socio-economic or cultural background, can grow and learn together...
5.0
"She is fantasa.stic nanny. Also a bonus she is nurse. Highly recommend her!"
Chenara
5.0
(2)
early childhood education degree, state registered and insured, 1st aid and CPR certified. Join our small group at loving home day care, breakfast, lunch and snacks provided. Indoor/outdoor play stories, music, games, crafts, new friends.
5.0
"I have been with Karen at Pooh's Corner for over 4 years with my two daughters. She is an outstanding caregiver and I cannot say enough about how great she is with how she interacts with the children and how the kids react to her with such care and love. She has...
Cindy E
5.0
(7)
I am Wahida, a positive energetic and a mother of 3 girls. I am a home daycare provider for last past 21 years with CPR and first aid certified . I have home daycare permit through Fairfax county of Virginia, I love children and have experience working successfully with all ages. I have a bright...
5.0
"Wahida had been my daycare provider for several years to my two little ones! She truly was a godsend to our family! We recently relocated out of state and tearfully had to leave Wahida. She will treat your children as if they're her own. She is accommodating,...
Joanna B
5.0
(4)
* On site Director for a childcare facility with 50 children and 5 teachers
2013 -2017.
*I decided to open my own home daycare because I love being with kids.
*Hours are flexible to parents needs
*Night Care available
*Offer breakfast, lunch, and two snacks/day
*There will be a lot of...
5.0
"Enas day care is a family oriented, the loving and care that Enas shows the kids are extremely noticeable. She focuses on the emotional, intellectual, and physical need of every kid. I noticed that with my own kids and the way she acts with them on a daily basis....
Mervat H
5.0
(2)
Hi!! My name is Laura Soltero. I am the owner/operator of a licensed, small family preschool/daycare program. My program serves children ranging in age from infants to school age. The program is play based with an emphasis on social emotional development and the planning and implementation of...
5.0
"When returning to work after having my daughter I was looking for a daycare option in the community that would be a good fit. I was a first time mom and was very cautious in where I was going to send my baby girl. When I met Laura, my fears were placed at ease. She...
Angela M
5.0
(1)
Hi I am a full time private day care provider in Columbiana ohio.I have openings for just 3 more children to come on board. I am a mother of 4 grown adult children which are all married I am a grandmother of 8 and a great grandmother of 2. I've worked with children my whole life beginning with my...
5.0
"Lori has been watching my son since he was 3 months old, and she has been a complete blessing to our family! She is so attentive and caring, and my son just lights up when he sees her! Lori is extremely flexible, reliable, and trustworthy. We are truly so...
Karly
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
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
(2)
Hi there! I am a 33 year old experienced child care provider and mother to six children of my own. I am excited to offer not only a loving and affectionate environment but also a fun and structured learning based setting for pre-k kiddos. I currently have my CPR and First Aid certification and as a...
3.0
"Krystal was the very first person I ever left my baby with. I'll never forget the first day I dropped him off. She took him out of my arms with a confidence that soothed me. She is one of the kindest most loving people I have ever met. I'm fully convinced she...
Suzanne C
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Ozark, IL
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Ozark, IL?
Drop-in daycare near you in Ozark, IL 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 Ozark, IL 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 Ozark, IL, 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 Ozark, IL?
While drop-in daycares in Ozark, IL 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 Ozark, IL?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Ozark, IL, 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!