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Cmm Child Care
5.0
Our family has been going to Ms. Cathy's for the past 8 years. We are very thankful to have someone who loves our boys as her own. She has followed our two boys from infancy through school age. Cathy makes sure that each age group in her care thrives!
Our boys always look forward to going to her...
- Natalie G
Mrs. Amber's Child Care
5.0
Amber has been great for our son. She helped potty train and has been great to work with. The pajama day, show and tell and swim days have been so fun for him.
- Beckie R
Creative Care By Annelle
5.0
Annelle took care of my child regularly basically from birth to age 3, and then as on an as needed basis up until the present day, 3 years later. She and Kenneth have become trusted family friends, and my kid looks forward to seeing them. She excels at creating boundaries, incorporating learning...
- Melissa M
Elves and Fairies Care
5.0
Here is the end to your search!
My daughter began staying with Aisha when she was about 3-4 months old and is now 2.5 years (She's the chubby little girl you see in the pics)! Needless to say my little one loves her and her family!
Why you need to choose Aisha:
1. You couldn't ask for a caregiver...
- Joni M
Tiny Violets Family Daycare
5.0
Let's Talk about Family Day Care :)
Everyday, I feel like I am dropping my kid at one of my Family's place. So much assurance/peace, as a parent, is what I get.
My kid learns and has so much fun every day.
Thank you Tiny Violets! You are simply awesome!
- Ponna
Family daycares in Dover, OH
5.0
(5)
Hi all, my name is Cathy. I have had my child care business since early 1997. I will provide a loving, caring and structured environment. The children in my care do not believe they are going to a day care or sitters, they are going to "Ms. Cathy's house". I have also had a director at a preschool...
5.0
"We used Cathy for around 18 months before we moved out of state. We loved having our children there, and they were always happy to go. It is a safe, loving and fun environment, and Cathy truly cared about our children. They had some learning time as well as lots...
Ellen W
5.0
(3)
Hello! I promise you will love my home based licensed family child care! We do lots of fun activities like crafts, music time, outdoor time, pajama days, picnics, show n tell, water days, and holiday parties! CPR and First Aid certified. Great outdoor and indoor play area, in a great neighborhood as...
5.0
"Amber is Amazing!! My twins would ask on the weekends why they dont get to go to Amber's house. She has the cutest activities for the kids and she makes their day so much fun. She provides breakfast, lunch, and snack which is so helpful. The most important thing...
Stephanie
5.0
(5)
I'm Annelle Woggon an experienced loving child care professional and NC certified Art Teacher. My husband, Kenneth and I have a licensed Family Child Care Home, Creative Care by Annelle licensed for all 3 shifts. I'm a NC Certified Art Teacher with over 30 years teaching and tutoring experience...
5.0
"Annelle took care of my child regularly basically from birth to age 3, and then as on an as needed basis up until the present day, 3 years later. She and Kenneth have become trusted family friends, and my kid looks forward to seeing them. She excels at creating...
Melissa M
5.0
(8)
Welcome to Elves and Fairies Care:
"In-home childcare"
GREAT LEARNING EXPERIENCE! We go over our ABC's, shapes, and numbers daily. We do special projects for the holidays. We also do music and dance every day.
; For children, 24 months and younger, we utilize an extremely informative...
5.0
"Highly recommended day care. Aisha has taken care of my daughter when was 4, for like a year till she started school. She has also taken care of my son for almost 2 years. Both of my kids love her and have had an amazing time while they were in her care. She is...
Fatima M
4.8
(21)
Tiny Violets Family Child Care has been serving children and families in the San Diego community since 2011. We are a full-service Family Home day care with children ages 6 months to 10 years old.
Our aim is to provide children with the necessary care and education to be successful learners and...
5.0
"Our younger son went to Tiny Violets and he was always very happy and wanted to go to his daycare even on holidays."
Madhavi
5.0
(3)
Laurinda's Mini-Preschool is a Family Home Childcare where children play happy and grow at their own pace. Their days are filled with a variety of activities that stimulate their curiosity, creativity and the desire of learning. They have many opportunities to explore their environment as well. the...
5.0
"Ms. Laurinda took wonderful care of my children. She provides a very homely, fun and loving environment for the children, at the same time with structure to nurture their creativity and social skills. My daughter, now in kindergarten, still wishes she could go...
Claudia N
5.0
(1)
The care and attention that adults give to our children is essential in making them happy. In my home, I take pride in caring for every child each day by providing the proper attention, food and space they need for healthy development. We are a family daycare, and although most of our kids are after...
5.0
"Kelly and her staff does a great job providing a safe, reliable and enriching environment for our two kids before and after school. They are very caring and nurturing. We appreciate the intimate home environment and are happy our children learn Spanish there....
Chris S
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Ms. Virginia, but to my little ones, I'm Ms. Gina.
I am the owner and primary childcare provider at 2nd Connection Family Child Care, an in-home childcare program located in Villa Park, IL. I currently have full-time and part-time space available. I charge $85 per child daily, which...
5.0
"My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids...
Laurel
5.0
(5)
HappyKidz Licensed Family Day Care run by Early Education (EEC) and state certified day care provider with CPR/First Aid certification.
Fully licensed by EEC and approved to operate during COVID-19 pandemic
I am a patient, caring, loving reliable professional looking to care for your child....
5.0
"My son Ethan has been going to this daycare since he was around 8-9 months. My son enjoys going there and always happy to be there. Madhu does a good job with him. She takes him outdoors when the weather is nice and always keeps him busy with different learning...
Farah G
5.0
(19)
My daycare is LICENSED by the State of California (License #376626594 and OPEN from Monday-Friday (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM). My rate $300 for infants is $250 per week for full-time for 2 years and up-accepted.
Hello Everyone!
My name is Mina and I have opened up my own family childcare home this year....
5.0
"Mina's daycare is a wonderful environment for my Lil. Laila. My daughter is so happy when I bring her to Mina's, and when I pick her up she is So Happy! ! Mina is Very Loving, and Experienced with little one's! ! I recommend Mina's Daycare to families looking...
Melinda
4.3
(4)
The OVALTREE is a home program that specializes in infant and toddler care. I have been providing care to families across the metro area for 19+ years. My vision is to help families with the growth and development of their children. This is a small group setting that will be tailored to your child's...
5.0
"If I could give Richelle more stars I absolutely would without a hesitation. She is very professional, knowledgeable, and absolutely an angle!
She is just amazing with my about to be 5 month baby girl. I am beyond pleased with how she runs her private business.
I...
Amy C
5.0
(2)
New Hope Faithful Friends Academy provides programs for children ages 12 months - 5 years old and School Aged children Kindergarten-5th Grade.
We have the following programs available for our community:
1. Morning Preschool Program for children ages 1 year to 5 Years.
Monday - Friday -...
5.0
"New Hope Faithful Friends Acadmey is wonderful. My Son loves Ms. Glenda and hes so happy when I pick him up from class. We are in the afternoon preschool class and he is learning so much. I could not be happier. WAY TO GO MS. GLENDA and STAFF. We love you and we...
MaggieAnn S
5.0
(6)
Hi!
My name is Nikki and I've been a stay at home mom since my first child was born 21 years ago.
I have been providing child care in my home for 20 years with reasonable rates and flexibility. In those past 20 years, I have taken care of children of 9 families and watched them grow from...
5.0
"Nikki Is great! She took great care of our children from 8 weeks old until they started kindergarten. We LOVE Ms. Nikki!"
Nikki Y
5.0
(1)
25 years in business, families from all over the world, diverse teaching staff and owners who are directly involved in the day to day operations... this is what early childhood care should look like. Come tour and apply to the waiting list!
5.0
"Detour to Discovery excels in every way. The directors have created a culture of excellence and love for the children and the work they do day in and day out. We feel so lucky to have found this school!"
Leslie D
4.4
(7)
At Minniefield's Family Home Daycare, every child will experience learning how to care, share and learn from each other. Our program provides a schedule that offers educational activities and settings throughout the day that stimulates the minds of each child. As a former experienced, certified...
5.0
"Ms.Florence has been wonderful to us. I trust her completely with our little one and we are so lucky to have found her.
She has been accommodating to all of our requests. She sends me cute pictures throughout the day, keeps me updated with any concerns, and most of...
Dawn
5.0
(10)
I have been a family child care provider for over 34 years professionally and have taken care of children for over 40 years. I offer a lot of love and nurturing to children from age 6 weeks until 2 to 3 years old. I help prepare toddlers for preschool and help get them potty trained. We have reading...
5.0
"Lisa has provided childcare for both of our daughters from when they were 3 months old to 2.5 and ready to enter preschool. She is extremely caring and loves the children she works with as if they were her own. Lisa is also very structured and provides a...
Susan H
5.0
(1)
In-home day care based in North Laurel/ Maple Lawn/Columbia
Licensed and certified by Howard County Family Child Care Provider.
5.0
"My son has been going to First Step Day Care since he was four months old, he is now 2. Ms. Zeba has provided excellent care for him. Every day he comes home with a big smile on his face singing songs that he has learned. Ms. Zeba is patient, kind, and treats...
Lakeshia W
3.0
(1)
Since 1971, Christian Day Care Center (a church affiliated and state licensed facility) has provided quality child care and summer day camp for thousands of Lehigh Valley families. We endeavor to give children a good start, teaching them basic skills, along with the difference between right and...
3.0
"No me permite escribir los días y el horario que necesito"
Miriam E
5.0
(5)
EversCare is an unlicensed in-home daycare that has been in business since February, 2021 located in Leeland Station. We are registered with the IRS and provide our families with end-of-year tax statements.
At EversCare, I operate on a 1:4 ratio to ensure the children are receiving the highest...
5.0
"Alley is an amazing person! She is super caring and wonderful with the kids. She communicates often with us during the day and sends pictures. My daughter has learned a lot of things at daycare with Alley including saying please and thank you!"
Kelly
5.0
(5)
My name is Fatemeh and I go by Ladan. I run a licensed family day care in Gaithersburg, MD. I have worked in a family daycare as an Assistant Manager for six years prior to starting my own business. I am also a mother to a 17-year-old son. I was trained in early childhood education, and have...
5.0
"My experience with Fatemeh "Ladan" was fantastic. I had my daughter with her since she was 11 weeks old till about 25 months. Ladan is an incredibly loving caregiver. She runs a small home daycare with children all under age of 3. My daughter was happy on day...
Charlene H
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Dover, OH
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Dover, OH?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Dover, OH, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Dover, OH is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Dover, OH, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Dover, OH?
When choosing family daycare near you in Dover, OH, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.