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Nikki Westover
5.0
I have known Nikki Westover for many years. First, as a high school student working part time in our school, this continued during her college years as well, until we had the good fortune to hire her as a full time preschool teacher at our school. I worked with her in this preschool setting where...
- Sue W
KBL Kids After School & Drop In Daycare
5.0
Drop my kids there, they love it! The place is clean and spacious. I meet Edwina the owner, she is super sweet and friendly, she gave us a tour and answered all my questions patiently. I highly recommend this daycare.
- Charlotte
Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare
5.0
I love this daycare and I love Diana it's a amazing learning daycare hands on she's the best with Kids any kids and she work with all .
- Ravyn T
Loving Mom Of 2 In-home Daycare!
5.0
Can't recommend her enough! She currently watches my 15 month old and is great with him, he just loves her.
- Kaitlin
Lynn's In-home Daycare
5.0
I absolutely love Ms. Lynn, my 2 boys absolutely love her. She is great and my kids absolutely love her. She is such a great provider. My oldest can even tell me what he wants in sign language. I can't even express how grateful I am to have her as a part of our family.
- Jennifer C
Drop-in daycares in South Portland, ME
Reggio Emilio inspired Preschool and Certified Nature Explore classroom.
We emphasize creative development and time in nature in our immersive early childhood education program.
Hello! My name is Melanie and I am looking to take on one more child a week in my home! I was recently with a family for 6+ Years in Portland but I went on maternity leave and am now looking to work from home with my Daughter and another one year old little girl! I have 15 years experience in...
Camp Winnebago located in South Portland, ME is an ACA certified all-boys summer camp for boys ages eight to fifteen years old. The Winnebago program affords campers an opportunity to gain skills and confidence in a broad range of activities many of which they would not necessarily have access to at...
Birch Rock Camp
30 Bellevue Ave, South Portland, ME
Birch Rock Camp located in South Portland, Maine offers unparalleled summer of old fashioned fun and adventure to boys ages seven to sixteen years old. The camp is ACA accredited and takes great pride in their instructional swim and long distance swim program.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm currently a stay at home Mom of two amazing young children. I am a responsible and trustworthy person who has a passion for working with children and am looking to take in a child or two. Before staying at home, I was a nanny for 4 years and then worked in child care for 10 including 8...
5.0
"I have known Nikki Westover for many years. First, as a high school student working part time in our school, this continued during her college years as well, until we had the good fortune to hire her as a full time preschool teacher at our school. I worked with...
Sue W
Kamp Kohut located in Cape Elizabeth, ME is a center and camp 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 waterfront, sports, and special...
Camp Ketcha
336 Black Point Rd, Scarborough, MA
Camp Ketcha in Scarborough, NY is a year round non-profit organization serving the southern Maine community with programs in youth development, family enrichment and summer day camp. Camp Ketcha runs a variety of programs such as equestrian, montessori preschool, team building, and birthday parties.
Camp Bishopswood in Portland, Maine provides traditional Episcopalian camping experiences to children from six to sixteen. The campers get to chose from a wide range of activities from aquatics, sports and games, rope challenge courses, hiking, faith development, and arts and crafts. Thursdays are...
Maine Teen Camp
170 W Valentine St, Westbrook, ME
The Maine Teen Camp in Porter, Maine is the only American Camp Association-accredited camp in the United States designed exclusively for teenagers. The family-owned camp offers a diverse and international camp experience to foster a shared sense of community while living in a secure camp...
Kamp Kohut, Inc
2 Tall Pine Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME
Surrounded by spectacular Lake Thompson, Kohut’s 100 acres of lush woods and fields offer a magnificent setting for our comprehensive and spirited 4-week brother-sister program, designed to create lifelong friendships, skills and memories. We are genuinely focused on the individual needs of our...
Alford Lake Camp
5 Salt Marsh Way, Cape Elizabeth, MA
Alford Lake Camp offers a wide range of camp programs and activities that promote independence and enhance decision-making skills. Located in Cape Elizabeth, Massachusetts, the company also offers leadership programs for older children, out-of-camp overnight trips, and special weekly events like...
5.0
(5)
KBL Kids is a family friendly childcare center that offers quality Drop in Daycare, After School programs, and Summer Camps that serve the Wilmington NC community.
Our program consists of Structure and Learning in a Safe and Fun Environment where children are free to explore, learn and play, but...
5.0
"They have wonderful, knowledgeable teachers and childcare!!! Its a great place for a busy parent to have their parent time!!!"
Teresa D
5.0
(7)
My name is Diana Joyner I am the provider of Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare. I have 5 years of work experience & 10 years of volunteering services. My home daycare is licensed through DCFS. Our mission here is to allow our parents to have 100% accuracy in everything we do with our little ones to...
5.0
"Anna's Little Angel's Daycare Is A Nice and Clean Place For Children Of All Ages. I Have a 4year Old and 7year old that has spent time there, I even use her overnight services and was Very Pleased! My Children even stated "We Like The Babysitters Place".! I highly...
Chiquita J
5.0
(1)
Hi,
My name is Megan. I am 30 years old and I have a 6 year old son and a 7 month old daughter. I recently, decided to stay at home with my youngest and I have 2 spots available for kids 1.5 and up. I currently watch a little boy who is about 15 months old. I have tons of experience with newborns...
5.0
"Can't recommend her enough! She currently watches my 15 month old and is great with him, he just loves her."
Kaitlin
5.0
(3)
I love working with children every day! I offer a warm and caring home away from home environment. This is a smoke-free, clean home. I was formally First Aid/First Responder certified and have retained my CPR certification.
I have over 10 years of experience watching children. I have taken many...
5.0
"Ms. Lynn is wonderful with my daughter, who can be a handful most of the time! When I leave her I know she is in good hands and is well taken care of. She has a very clean home and lots of activities for the children to do. She truly loves what she does and the...
Courtney P
5.0
(1)
I have 19 years experience in child care and I operate from 6 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday.
5.0
"Merjeme has been caring for my daughter for over 2 years now, since she was an infant. Merjeme is responsible, reliable, trustworthy and extremely detail-oriented. We are so grateful for her and her home day care. If you have any questions, please feel free to...
Jing X
5.0
(1)
I am a happily married, Christian mother of two with 23 years experience in family child care. I am licensed with the state of Texas and CPR/AED/First Aid certified. I offer a loving home environment with challenging curriculum and fun activities including Spanish, arts and crafts, music and more. I...
5.0
"We are so lucky and grateful that we found Shayla's Academy. We have two children and we were looking for a place where they could be together instead of being separated by age. Miss Shayla gladly took both. I am amazed at how quickly my kids are learning. Not...
Kristy C
5.0
(2)
"Serenity" is an educational child care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, based on the whole-child approach of teaching.
5.0
"Karina is the most loving, caring, patient, creative, vigilant caregiver you'll ever meet. Her daycare isn't just a place to drop your kid off to be babysat, it's an environment dedicated to the flourishing of your child. Every activity and every toy is picked with...
Tommy W
5.0
(6)
Providing unsurpassed private care in a delightful home environment, for ages newborn through three years. I cater to four scheduled clients daily or less, and
am exempt from brief walk throughs for licensing, as I do not engage in volume
care, nor outside drop-ins. All health and safety...
5.0
"Judy has taken care of both of my sons and I highly recommend her. She is amazing with children. She not only takes care of them she has activities for them, she reads to them, and she teaches them how to count, recognize shapes, and letters. Both of my sons...
Lyda D
4.4
(7)
I am a licensed daycare provider with 24 years of experience. I am CPR, First Aid certified and offer USDA balanced meals. I also offer a Christian loving, nurturing, happy and safe environment. I care for newborns- 4 years old. AFFORDABLE RATES. SIBLING DISCOUNT . FREE daycare to BREAST CANCER...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Denise's daycare now for over a year now and have seen her social skills and overall well being flourish. My daughter is attached to my hip so the fact I can drop her off with a smile each day is wonderful. Field trips to the library...
Kelly C
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in South Portland, ME
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in South Portland, ME?
Drop-in daycare near you in South Portland, ME 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 South Portland, ME 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 South Portland, ME, 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 South Portland, ME?
While drop-in daycares in South Portland, ME 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 South Portland, ME?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in South Portland, ME, 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!