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Lingling Daycare
5.0
We are so happy with Ling Ling Daycare. Lindsay is so knowledge. She answers all my questions and always give us daily update on how my son is doing. We started Ling Ling when my daughter was five months and now she is in preschool. When we pass by Lindsay to pick up my son she always want to get...
- Casey C
Angels Family Day Care
5.0
We highly recommend Homa to anyone looking for a caring, safe, and intimate in home daycare. She watched our son from age 9 weeks to 2 years. As a first time mom, I was comforted by her many years of experience. We also loved that she keeps the groups small, so your little one gets a lot of...
- Ilana H
A Little Preschool
5.0
My daughter has been going to Ms. Lisa for almost 3 years now, and she is always excited to go in the morning. She loves Ms. Lisa just like family and knows Ms. Lisa cares deeply for her, as well. They work on age-appropriate skills, such as shapes, colors, and the alphabet, while leaving plenty of...
- Nicole F
Winterbrook Daycare
5.0
Shabana was a second mom to our little girl for a year before we sadly had to move. She is incredibly loving and cares for the kiddos as if they were her own. You won't find that anywhere else. The kids love her and often cry when the parents come to pick them up! Thank you, Shabana!
- Tara A
Esperanza Childcare Program--->preschool Prep---->
5.0
Esperanza quickly welcomed our family and baby into her home and childcare business. As a new mom I had a lot of anxiety leaving my baby for the first time and she was always quick to reply to questions or let me know how his day is going when I'm missing him. Her staff is wonderful and has been a...
- Brittany
Drop-in daycares in Scranton, PA
KinderCare Learning Center
511 Morgan Highway, Scranton, PA
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...
Quincy KinderCare
633-635 Quincy Avenue, Scranton, PA
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...
Lake Greeley Camp in Moscow, PA is accredited by the American Camp Association that provides a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as day and overnight...
5.0
(2)
We are dedicated ourselves to teaching children more than 10 years. We are well-qualified and experienced
We are trilingual English & Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese).
We provide organic healthy and nutritious food.
We are offering a safe and clean place for the kids, as well a fun learning...
5.0
"We've been sending our little one to Ling Ling DC for months. She has been liking the place since the first day. We were referred by our neighbor who's kid was also attending this place.
The teacher is very professional and reliable. She not only takes good care...
Lychee D
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 an amazing caregiver! She has watched all three of my children and I have trusted her completely to take care of them while I worked. I was very particular about who I wanted to watch my oldest when I was first looking for daycare. We found Homa and we...
Colette A
5.0
(2)
We stress the educational beginnings and individualized care that toddlers and preschoolers need to thrive outside the home. If you can't be with your child throughout the day you want to have them in a safe, caring, and educational environment, we're for you! With 20+ years of experience caring for...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Ms. Lisa for almost 3 years now, and she is always excited to go in the morning. She loves Ms. Lisa just like family and knows Ms. Lisa cares deeply for her, as well. They work on age-appropriate skills, such as shapes, colors, and the...
Nicole F
5.0
(5)
We are a home daycare facility cares for children between 2 - 15 years old in the Howard County area.
5.0
"Shabana is great with my son! He gets so happy when he sees her. As a first time mom, I feel at ease throughout the day at work knowing that he's in good hands! She also sends me photos throughout the day. Shabana is like our family now!
I'd totally recommend...
Samon R
Esperanza Childcare Program--->preschool Prep---->
7932 ORANGE PLANK RD, Springfield, VA
Starting at $375/wk
5.0
(20)
We happy to provide child care services for family in our area and surrounding places. We are a place where children learn in a loving environment
for many years we have been introducing educational activities to children. Children will get the learning experiences similar as Preschool, children...
5.0
"Has taken care of my daughter since she was 3 and 1/2... almost 5 years now! Very safe environment for children of different ages."
Sara
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
(9)
I am a licensed home daycare provider. My daycare provides a safe, friendly, and structured (learning) environment with healthy home cooked meals.
I'm located in Bartlett.
My experience is as follows: - 40+ years of child care experience; - 20+ years' experience disabled children; - State...
5.0
"Linda has taken care of our son (now 10 months) since he was 6 weeks old. He smiles everytime he sees her! Linda is great at communicating about how his day was and often sends pictures and videos during the day so we can see what he is up to. She provides...
Cody
Mimi's International Daycare(les Petites Etoiles)
106 Cimarron Circle, Apple Valley, MN
Starting at $225/hr
5.0
(6)
Mimi's International Daycare (Les Petites Etoiles) is a French Immersion daycare/preschool with a fun/learning based international program run by a multilingual provider in my home in Palomino Hills, Apple Valley, Minnesota.
My goal is to provide children a fun and loving environment to flourish....
5.0
"Mimi is amazing! After almost 4 years with her, we took new jobs out of the area and had to say goodbye. Saying goodbye to Mimi and her family was the hardest part of leaving MN hands down. Mimi loves our children as though they are her own. Our children LOVED...
Brittney S
4.9
(8)
At Sweety's home daycare, we provide educational activities according to your child's age (puzzle, books, letters, numbers, shapes, painting, and many fun reading and coloring sessions). We also provide a lot of physical and outdoor activities: dancing, music, singing, playing outside, and many...
5.0
"Claudia was very attentive to our child. Our daughter was always clean when we picked her up, and we could tell she was happy with Claudia."
Shirley K
Rock-a-Bye Baby Home Daycare Inc
1836 S 3rd Ave, Maywood, IL
5.0
(2)
childcare provider will come to your home to care for family
5.0
"I absolutely love Rock-a-Bye Baby! The atmosphere is always friendly and welcoming , The curriculum is great and the monthly activities are a plus! I would definitely recommend Rock-a Bye Baby to family and friends!"
Sheena M
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of 4 with 6 grandchildren. A former special needs preschool teacher with 35 years of experience and with excellent references. It's my philosophy to provide a warm, loving environment to foster a positive self esteem and confident social skills. I feel it's also my job to prepare...
5.0
"Our two children where with Ms. Beth for 3 years, our daughter especially loved circle time, and when she started preschool her teacher was impressed with how many books she was familiar with.
(I left this review on someone else's profile by accident, this is the...
Joshua D
5.0
(8)
Paradise Kids daycare is a licensed in-home child-care facility in a safe community located in Irvine, CA. I am available Monday through Friday from 8Am to 5 Pm, and am very dedicated and loving towards children and enjoy teaching and playing with them. Education is very important and I work with...
5.0
"We LOVE LOVE LOVE Paradise kids for our daughter!
We met Marjan and right away, we knew that this was the place that we wanted our daughter to go. She has been going there for over a year and it took her less than a week to be comfortable going there everyday....
Tiffany H
4.9
(41)
Step By Step Kids Daycare in Bloomingdale, IL, is a loving childcare home.
We accept children from ages six weeks to five years.
We are conveniently located in Bloomingdale. It is very convenient if you are traveling between Elmhurst and Schaumburg or Downers Grove areas.
Neighboring towns...
5.0
"Our oldest daughter (now 2) started at Step By Step when she was 16 months old. She had a bit of a hard time adjusting to the transition from her previous day care and would cry when we dropped her off. The entire staff was kind, understanding and patient. When...
Jennifer V
3.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Neidy. Thank you for considering my services for your child. My Family childcare is licensed by the Office of Childcare Licensing and Regulation of the State of Maryland. I am offering a multicultural and bilingual program.
I will provide a safe, comfortable, stimulating, fun,...
5.0
"We are so grateful to have found Ms. Neidy. My two sons (3 and 4 yrs old) were instantly drawn to her and had no trouble transitioning into her daycare. I've been impressed with Ms. Neidy's warmth and nurturing as well as the Montessori inspired environment she's...
Leah
5.0
(3)
Little Daydreamers Learning Center 2 conveniently located in the Marble Hill section of the Bronx, in a private cozy home. We are one block from the Metro North and #1 train and a host of buses, with lots of off street parking.
Our hours of care are 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. The option of...
5.0
"We love Little Daydreamers in Marble Hill! Our oldest son was the first toddler there in 2012 and now our 2nd son (currently 14 months) has been there since he was 3 months old. It is a very warm and organized daycare. Brenda (director) is very easy to work with...
Ellie
3.7
(3)
We are a fully licensed in home daycare. Both myself and my husband are certified by the state of Pennsylvania. Subsidies are accepted. Our home is a split level. The lower half is completely dedicated to the daycare.
We teach our children in a non structured environment so while they are learning,...
5.0
"Like Heather, I've had my children here for nearly 10 years. My boys learned so much from Linda and John and it was wonderful for them to be exposed to varying ages of children who could also help set the example of patience and kindness. My boys absolutely adored...
Molly F
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Scranton, PA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Scranton, PA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA, 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 Scranton, PA?
While drop-in daycares in Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Scranton, PA, 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!