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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Ridgewood, NJ
Mary's Daycare
5.0
Mary is an extraordinary lady. She didn't just take care of my 3 kids between the ages of 3 months to 5 years, she helped me raise them. I have been blessed to have her in my and my family's life. My oldest is 12 now and she still misses Mary's food. We still stop by just to say hi and get a hug...
- Diana C
Twinfairies Home Daycare
5.0
If you are hesitant to use a home daycare because you are afraid the structure/learning and activities won't take place... Twinfairies and Mrs. V will prove you wrong! Wonderful care, lots of fun and engagement, her kids love her and you can tell she truly cares for them! We are so blessed to have...
- Holly Y
Ashlee's In-home Preschool
5.0
My daughter was at Miss Ashlee's for almost 2 years, If we had not moved away, she would still be there. Ashlee has so much to offer the children. My daughter's ability to to recognize letters, numbers, colors amazed us everyday, she is not even in kindergarten, and she is reading. I can only...
- Sheila A
Little Rascals Playhouse
5.0
My son has been getting care from Raquel for almost 5 years and we consider ourselves extremely lucky to have found her! Over the years there have been multiple work and life changes and Raquel has always been there to adjust and help without hesitation. Highly recommend this sitter!
- Stuart W
Step By Step Academy
5.0
Ioana is THE most caring support we could ask for our daughter. She is very sensitive, methodical, meticulous and immensely caring. Our daughter jumps to Ioana's arms in the morning - which is pleasantly surprising for a mother and a relief! We are moving out of the area otherwise wouldn't have let...
- Sakshi
Drop-in daycares in Ridgewood, NJ
5.0
(4)
Hello Dear parents. My name is Mary. I have a small licensed childcare located in north Poway near Rancho Bernardo. I provide exceptional care for your child in a wonderful home environment, completely child friendly. All children receive good, wholesome, nutritionally balanced meals and snacks. A...
5.0
"Ty marry for your best care of my kids"
Sina M
4.7
(14)
Please Read First:
INTERVIEW IS ONLY AFTER DAYCARE HOURS.
FULL TIME 7am-4:45pm
$300 Per week
PART TIME
$65 /per day (at least 3 days a week)
Clean and secure environment.
Meal Included.
I provide safe, clean environment for the kids because their safety is my priority. My...
5.0
"My 2 year old really loved it here. Fun, clean and a great environment for in home daycare. She really cares about the children she watches and is patient and kind to the children and their needs."
Shannon G
5.0
(4)
Why Ashlee's In-Home Preschool?
*This is my absolute passion! I have just been blessed enough to turn it into my own business. ;-)
*I worked full-time in a childcare facility for 6 years and gained a lot of wisdom on what I liked and didn't like.
*I am registered through the state of Florida.
*I...
5.0
"I taught with Ashlee and she is amazing. She loves teaching children and treat your child as her own"
Kristina D
5.0
(3)
Hello Parents! Welcome to The Little Rascals Playhouse. I provide child care in my home and transportation when needed. I provide a caring, nurturing, fun, safe environment for children to socialize, learn and grow for 14+ years now. We also provide all snacks and meals. My loving home is located...
5.0
"My son has been getting care from Raquel for almost 5 years and we consider ourselves extremely lucky to have found her! Over the years there have been multiple work and life changes and Raquel has always been there to adjust and help without hesitation. Highly...
Stuart W
5.0
(25)
Working with children has been my passion for many years. One of the most fulfilling experiences in my career as a physical therapist was promoting a healthy physical development for children of all ages. In the many years of working as a childcare provider, caring for children has been a...
5.0
"I cannot speak highly enough of Ioana and Step by Step Academy! My daughter came from a large, very expensive daycare that seemed great at first, but packed as many children into a room as possible. This led to my daughter being constantly sick and getting little...
April F
5.0
(10)
Licensed Family Child Care Educator by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This is a small family run child care service, providing quality care to infants, toddlers and preschool age children. We are located in Lincoln, MA off of Route 2 East. Our space is well equipped with play areas, indoor and...
5.0
"Razia offered loving care to both of my children from 3 months until 4 years old. She and her family complemented our own family in helping them to become the creative, thoughtful, and loving boys they are today. With Razia it is a open and honest partnership in...
Kris
5.0
(5)
My name is Eugenia Brown and I'm a caregiver and preschool teacher. I have many years of experience working with infants through 5 years and older children. I run a small in-home daycare. I have my CDA (Child Development Associate) working with preschoolers.
Your child will be around other...
5.0
"We could not be more pleased with the level of care Eugenia provides. She has a clean, bright and beautiful space for the children. We love the one on one interaction she gives our son. She is kind and flexible. Our 15 mo has been very happy here. It was such a...
Megan
5.0
(1)
Family Childcare is so special because it takes child education and wraps it up into a nurturing home.
Birds Nest Nursery is reopening its doors with a warm welcome to all families!
Join us for a tour of our wonderful playroom, spacious backyard, and garden. Meals and snacks are provided....
5.0
"Ashley is an absolutely amazing childcare provider! After touring several daycares, I visited Birds Nest and was so impressed by how thoughtfully everything was set up and the variety of educational and fun toys. There are different areas of the room including a...
Kevie B
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...
5.0
"Krystal is an amazing, caring, passionate, remarkable,
respected and empathetic home child care provider who cared for both my boys. As both a first time mother and someone who works in healthcare, Hayden was only 2 months old when he remained in her capable...
Dana
5.0
(1)
My Licensed Home Child Care is located in Wylie, TX. I have 11 years experience of child care. I'm CPR and first aid certified. and CDA credential I will provide food under USDA program. Whole family's background checked by State. Children will get individual attention, toys, safe, friendly and...
5.0
"Children's Home Away From Home. In home day care provider Ms. Ruby as we all call her. Very qualified and very affordable for Infant New Born Twins. Ruby is licensed with the state of Texas and infant CPR certified. I've recently employed her services and I am...
Latryce F
4.8
(17)
Registered Infant Daycare (ages Newborn to 2 Years) serving the North Austin, Cedar Park, Leander Area by Provider who was a former NICU Nurse. Emphasis is placed on Sleep Training, Proper Nutrition, and helping parents to get child on a Workable Schedule. Play based curriculum, extensive...
5.0
"We have had such an amazing experience since our daughter started at Glynda's and cannot say enough good things about the exceptional level of care she provides! We'd previously been at a larger chain daycare and of the 4 months our daughter was enrolled, she was...
Lindsay M
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kelly! I am a 41 year old mother that owns and operates my own home daycare. My rates are reasonable and my hours are flexible. I am open five days a week and understand the non-typical work schedule that some parents have.
When your child is with me, they will experience daily age...
4.0
"Where exactly are you located? I have a 9 year old and need a sister maybe 3 days a week just morning before school. Thank you, Dolores"
Dolores A
Lil' Polliwog's Daycare
222 16th Street, Brooklyn, NY
4.2
(5)
In beautiful Park Slope (Brooklyn, NY), at Lil' Polliwog's Daycare, we are offering high-end quality care for your little one. Your most prized possession will be nurtured, safe and most of all in a happy & healthy environment. I will provide child-centered, play-based learning experiences in a...
5.0
"I cannot say enough about how much we love Lil Polliwogs!! My daughter has been attending this daycare for nearly a year and has gone from being a very shy, timid little baby, to a chatty, expressive and social toddler. She has learned SO much - always bringing...
Caitlin N
5.0
(10)
I have been a daycare provider for 24 years, caring for infants through school age children. Before I began my home business, I was special education teacher for 8 years. I decided to stay home when I had my first child. As my own family grew, I knew then I wanted start my own home daycare and...
5.0
"Melba and her daycare are great. We knew every morning we dropped our daughter off she was in good hands and would be well taken care of. Our daughter loved going each morning and looked forward to what was in store for her each day. We highly recommend Melba and...
Phillip L
Bright Minds
5409 W Acapulco Ln, Glendale, AZ
5.0
(11)
Hi! I'm a stay home mom who watches a couple children at my house. I currently watch 3 and looking to add another friend.
A little about me:
I am 29 years old and engaged. I have a 2.5-year-old son. I have my degree in early education and 10 years of experience in childcare, including my own...
5.0
"Kyrsten does an amazing job! She has taken very good care of my son in the past and is always very professional! My son always had a smile on his face when I dropped him off for the day. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Jordan
5.0
(4)
Hello! I am a retired elementary school teacher providing care from my home for a small group of little ones. I taught for 15 years in public education and also have my Masters in Educational Leadership. For the past year, I have provided nanny services for a few families in the Dayton area. I...
5.0
"I had the pleasure of directly working with Angela and witnessed first hand how wonderful she was with children, both as a fellow teacher and parent. She has been blessed with such a natural calming nature. Her students always knew she was in charge of any given...
Holly S
4.6
(10)
My Home Learning Daycare is now S.M.A.R.T.E.R Childcare Llc and continues to be an innovative and creative leader in high quality child care. Our facility has educational equipment that will create an engaging learning environment. We are family oriented and the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming....
5.0
"My Boys are 8,7,3 they been going too MHL Daycare since 2013.... The trust and the love I have for them is unexplainable.. They potty train all my boys . Taught them how to write their names. Help them with Homework! They really help me out with my boys like...
Tameka S
5.0
(1)
Provide care for infants, toddlers, and young children. Plan and implement early learning educational programs. Organize games and recreational activities. Prepare food and snacks. Provide before and aftercare services.
Accept Subsidy
Meals Program
5.0
"Our Children First is phenomenal! The way the kids interact and play together is a joy to see. They prepared our child for pre-k and now care for our infant!"
Sennay
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
(4)
Welcome to our warm and nurturing in-home childcare program, where we are passionate about providing a safe and stimulating environment for your little ones. Our unique approach combines a love for the great outdoors, a creative and sensory-focused preschool curriculum, and a commitment to fostering...
5.0
"Cailie is amazing. I don't trust many people with my kids but I trust her. She is patient, dependable and will love your child like her own. She has a nice safe place for kids to play and always does fun activities with them. Your child would be very safe and happy...
Amber P
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Ridgewood, NJ
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Ridgewood, NJ?
Drop-in daycare near you in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, NJ?
While drop-in daycares in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, NJ?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Ridgewood, 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!