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Recent family daycare reviews in Mercer Island, WA
Apple Tree Family Child Care
5.0
My son is 14.5 months and has been going here for about two months. He has been very happy here from day one, and every day when I drop him off he gets so excited! It was SO hard to find a place I was comfortable with, let alone a place that is conveniently located and affordable. I was also...
- Gillian H.
Galeydh Home Childcare
5.0
During the time I sought care for my children, I was extremely happy to bring my children to Galeydh Home Childcare. The owner and teacher are extremely caring and loving to all of the children. I felt ease and comfort when I left my children in the daycare. As a parent or caregiver you will not be...
- Sophia A.
Forward Childcare
5.0
I would recommend Tabbasum in a heartbeat! I have known her since her time at Kindercare and she has always been so attentive and caring towards my girls. She is swift to respond and gives me updates throughout the day when my baby girl is not feeling well or if she's doing something cute. I...
- Sadia S.
Open Hand Child Care
5.0
Ms. Zebiba and the rest of the teachers are AMAZING!!! They are firm educators but at the same time sweet, compassionate and caring.
I feel so comfortable leaving my Daughter in the mornings!
I recommend OHC 1000%.
- D.B
Little Harvard Day Care And Learning Center
5.0
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Harvard Preschool and Daycare in Sammamish! Our daughter joined when she was 18 months old, and we were understandably anxious about such a big transition. However, Manisha and her incredible team made the process worry-free. From the very...
- Care member
Family daycares in Mercer Island, WA
Lisa's Family Home Day Care
Mercer Island, WA, Mercer Island, WA
Lisa's Family Home Day Care is a child care facility that serves children and families residing in the Mercer Island, Washington area. The company is licensed to admit a total of ten children, both preschoolers and school-agers. Lisa's Family Home Day Care is open to kids between the ages of...
Apple Tree Family Child Care
7214 138th Pl NE, Redmond, WA
5.0
(1)
Apple Tree Family Child Care is a licensed family child care located in Redmond's Grass Lawn Neighborhood.
We believe young children learn and experience their world and learn things through sights, sounds, touch, and scent. We strive to provide a safe, fun, and educational environment for children...
5.0
"My son is 14.5 months and has been going here for about two months. He has been very happy here from day one, and every day when I drop him off he gets so excited! It was SO hard to find a place I was comfortable with, let alone a place that is conveniently...
Gillian H.
5.0
(2)
Galeydh Childcare Early Learning Program, located in Renton, WA, is a reputable daycare facility that provides dependable childcare services. We take immense pride in our commitment to nurturing young minds and fostering their development. Our comprehensive educational programs are designed to pave...
5.0
"During the time I sought care for my children, I was extremely happy to bring my children to Galeydh Home Childcare. The owner and teacher are extremely caring and loving to all of the children. I felt ease and comfort when I left my children in the daycare. As a...
Sophia A.
Forward Childcare
11405 SE 182nd St, Renton, WA
5.0
(2)
FORWARD CHILD CARE NOW ENROLLING
*Home licensed Child care located in Renton area code 98055 has
opening now.
I am certified school teacher over 16 years of experience in teaching .
Forward Child Care, a place where the focus is on every Child. We are dedicated to providing a warm and...
5.0
"I would recommend Tabbasum in a heartbeat! I have known her since her time at Kindercare and she has always been so attentive and caring towards my girls. She is swift to respond and gives me updates throughout the day when my baby girl is not feeling well or if...
Sadia S.
Open Hand Child Care
15708 NE 6th Street, Bellevue, WA
4.5
(8)
Licensed family child care (Bellevue on 156 AVE NE).
Open hand childcare offers a happy, safe and loving environment for you to leave your children for the day. Our prices are reasonable, our staff is highly qualified and our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity for the...
5.0
"Ms. Zebiba and the rest of the teachers are AMAZING!!! They are firm educators but at the same time sweet, compassionate and caring.
I feel so comfortable leaving my Daughter in the mornings!
I recommend OHC 1000%."
D.B
Little Harvard Day Care And Learning Center
4238 255th PL SE, Issaquah, WA
5.0
(14)
Little Harvard Daycare and Learning Center mission is to provide and encourage love, trust and self-esteem. Every child is individual and is encouraged to develop in all areas. Our program is designed to foster self-esteem, self-confidence, success and creativity through a combination of play and...
5.0
"This daycare is a wonderful place. Ms. Manisha and the rest of the staff create a warm, nurturing environment for kids to grow and learn. Ms. Manisha is kind, loving, and creates fun activities so the kids can be creative and learn new things! "
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Greenhouse Home Child Care
2900 181st Ave NE, Redmond, WA
4.8
(10)
I have a WA licensed family based home child care in Redmond, WA, close to Bellevue. We are located in a safe, quiet & beautiful neighborhood. I accept 3 months up to 5 year old kids. I cook homemade healthy foods everyday for daycare kids in a happy, clean environment. Potty training available for...
3.0
"Decent care center. Not for older kids."
Suzanne S
My Friend's House
10631 18th Ave SW, Seattle, WA
5.0
(2)
Established in 1981, we are a second generation licensed child care home located and serving West Seattle families. My Friend's House provides affordable childcare for ages 6 weeks to 6 years.
5.0
"We decided to put our daughter to daycare to socialize and learn with other kids. We were worried because she only been around us and the grandparents. Jaime took really good care of our daughter and gave us updates throughout the day via text messages and included...
Leydi Y.
5.0
(2)
We offer 24 hour care.
I'm a nurturing and responsible individual with over 13 years of experience providing high-quality childcare in my family home. I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families.
My creative and imaginative nature allows me to...
5.0
"Welcoming and safe place for my child "
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Little Angels Childcare
910 147th PL NE, Bellevue, WA
5.0
(5)
My program is a Licensed Family Childcare since 1997 in a loving home with a professional educational program. I am licensed to provide care for 12 children (ages 3 months to 5 years), with the help of 2 full-time assistants. I have excellent references. The children will participate in a daily...
5.0
"Our son went to Jila’s Little Angels Childcare from 11 months to 5 yrs old. He absolutely loved the daycare, the teachers, and all the friends he made there. Even now that he’s in kindergarten, he still asks to go back and visit the teachers on his days off 😊....
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Miao-miao Bilingual Family Childcare
257th PL SE, Sammamish, WA
5.0
(2)
Our mission is nurturing each child's unique potential in the way to help children become bilingual by learning Chinese as a second language in a customary environment and introduce them to different aspects of the Chinese culture. The philosophy of Miao-Miao Chinese bilingual family childcare is to...
5.0
"Wonderful daycare, my son loves to be at the school.
The teachers care much about the kids, and often take the kids outdoors, playing, having fun. They even did twice farm u-pick berries field trips already, not to mention any sunny days taking kids to the nearby...
Lucy
Little Scholars International Preschool
5088 119th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA
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.
Darling
8410 165th Ave NE, Redmond, WA
5.0
(2)
With current events in mind, the importance of following protocol is priority at my daycare. I love kids and do my best to make them feel the daycare as their home. I spend most of my time with kids on puzzles, books, art, and singing. I provide home made food and plenty of fruits and vegetables. It...
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Darling Daycare. My son has gone there since he was 14 weeks old and we feel like Darling Daycare is an extension of our family. He is loved, cared for, and is always happy and full when I come pick him up. He's learning how...
Sarah R.
Mi Casita Daycare And Preschool
6404 123ave Se, Bellevue, WA
5.0
(19)
Bilingual (English-Spanish) State licensed family home daycare and preschool. Two separate rooms divide the babies and toddlers to preschoolers, with different activities based on age.
Inside 1200sq and outside 1000sq of fully fenced with security cameras.
Babies and toddlers sleeps in her own...
5.0
"My son was with Mi Casita for over five years starting at 4 months. With the school being a small home daycare I loved the immersion of ages and consistency of care and teachers. When my child was young I felt that he learned from observing the older kids and would...
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Celeste's Childcare
2445 139th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA
4.6
(11)
Celeste's Childcare is a warm loving home daycare for infants through preschool age. Research shows children learn best while they are actively engaged in activities they are interested in. This is why we are committed to the emergent literacy curriculum focusing on the natural development of...
5.0
"This is a wonderful daycare. My son was always happy to go to daycare. Celeste and Jennifer are extremely loving, capable and efficient. I was always receiving updates on what my son was doing. They helped and supposed us with potty training. I loved that they...
Adriana
Garden Ridge Preschool
1270 185th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA
5.0
(2)
We are excited to have you join our school community. Our school is founded on being an affordable yet thorough welcoming environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning in your children.
Our teachers are trained and experienced. Ms. Cheryl is a certified teacher for early education in...
5.0
"We cannot say enough about the supportive staff, rich curriculum, and amazing peers at Garden Ridge Preschool. Our son has attended for 2 years and enjoyed every minute. Any day he is not at GRP he is talking about GRP! As a long time child educator myself I can...
Jennifer
Kids Funtastic
6919 120th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA
5.0
(3)
Kids Funtastic Home Childcare looking to provide a loving, caring and nurturing environment for your child. I am an engineer and loving mother who is excited to provide the same care that my child received in past while I was working in past. I know that the thought of finding someone to care for...
5.0
"Ms. O and Ms. S are the best, my son loves going there and his learning and growth reflects on that every day. Originally He was in a center but had a hard time going in the morning and didn't like it. I was looking at other places when a friend recommended this...
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Anny's Day Care
6026 148th Ct Ne, Redmond, WA
4.8
(12)
My name is Anny and I am a licensed early childhood/ early learning provider and recently finished my bachelor's in Early childhood education. I am a mother of two beautiful children, ages 14 and 11 years old, and they are full-time school-going kids. I live in a very convenient location in Bothell...
5.0
"Anny has always been extremely caring and kind towards my children."
Usma S.
Venu's Daycare & Babysitter
NE 38th ST, Bellevue, WA
5.0
(1)
I provide Babysitting service for 3 months to 5 years of kids at my home. I have more than 2 years' experience in babysitting. I am an experienced person to know your kids' needs. My home is a 3 minute drive from Bellevue College/I-90/Factoria T-Mobile office/Microsoft Advanta Campus. Kids' food...
5.0
"great service. Very clean and professional"
Venu P.
Busy Bees Daycare And Preschool
2024 NE 24th PL, Renton, WA
5.0
(5)
Hello Friends,
I am currently enrolling for two full time spots for 3+ year olds to start in September!
Interviews and tours available during the week after 5:30pm and Saturday's at 10:00am!
5.0
"Kristine and Busy Bees Daycare has been just what my 3yo son needed. We transitioned from a larger daycare facility to Busy Bees and couldn't be happier. Kristine is a warm and loving caregiver. My son gave her a hug the first time they met! She has the perfect...
Naomi B.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Mercer Island, WA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Mercer Island, WA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Mercer Island, WA, 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 Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island, WA, 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 Mercer Island, WA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Mercer Island, WA, 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.