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Alysia C

802 E County Line Rd Lot 60 Des Moines, IA

I provide child care in my southside home. I have 2 wonderful children, my daughter who is 19 months and my son who is 5 years old. I can transport to schools if needed. I can provided breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks. We will do crafts and play outside. If you have any questions please feel free to email me at...
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Jennifer's Busy Bees

5540 NW 61st Place Johnston, IA

I am a 27 year old mother of two just starting out. I'm opening up my home to a small group of kiddos. I have more than 10 years experience and a degree from Des Moines Area Community College. I am also CPR/First Aid Certified. I believe in nothing but love. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you'd like to see my...

Mill Pond Kids Daycare

6833 Mill Pond Dr Des Moines, IA

I run a small in-home child care home registed with the state. I work with all ages of children. I am cpr certified, mandatory child abuse reporter.and currently working on my child net certification, and QRS rating on my daycare. I work with the USDA food program and on the list for Child Care Resource and Referral. I have...

Yellow Brick Road Childhood Development - Polk City

415 W Bridge RD POLK CITY, IA

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Patty's In-home Child Care

1719 34th St Des Moines, IA

Hi! I'm Patty Hotka and I'm starting an in-home child care this fall of 2016. Opening date is Tuesday, September 6th. We have 3 full time openings for children infant to 5 years. We are located near Beaverdale and across the street from Witmer park. My home is safe, clean, smoke free, and pet free. We love to be outside!...

Extraordinary Learners

4018 55th St Des Moines, IA

Extraordinary Learners is a State Registered Category C In Home Child Care program, opened since May 2010! We are Child Net certified and a level 3 on the Quality Rating System. We house up to 14 children at one time. Two providers are present at all times, and we have an assistant who is present during our busiest house to help...

Sky's Childcare

115 Dooley CT SW Altoona, IA

Hi, my name is Skylar. I'm looking to start a quality in-home daycare out of my home beginning around the end of May. We are currently finishing our basement to have a larger toy room! The hours I will be providing are 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. I am looking for 3-4 children around the ages 6 weeks to 5 years to...
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A Little Wild Daycare

5120 Valdez Dr. Des Moines, IA

Welcome to A Little Wild Daycare. Since this will be your child's home away from home, I provide a safe, caring, homelike atmosphere for your child while at the same time providing for their physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development. I am a stay at home mom who has 2 children of my own. I have a daughter who is 2...

Helen W

3216 East 41st Street Des Moines, IA

I have raised my children, grandchildren, foster children and have loved every minute of it. I am patient, compassionate, and really enjoy caring for infants, toddlers and older kids, as I have been a Den Mother, helped with little league and know how the mothers feel when leaving their children with someone as I have had to...

Bizzybeez Family Child Care

1422 Milton Des Moines, IA

I believe children learn through play and offer many activities inside and outside that spark the imagination. We enjoy reading, coloring, painting, dancing and so much more! We work on letter and number recognition daily. I promote self-sufficiency and teamwork. We have healthy meals and snacks together (helps conversation...

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Choosing a nursery preschool near you in Ankeny, IA for your child is an important decision to make, as this will be the first time your little one is attending school. Doing research ahead of time can help you find a nursery preschool that meets all of your expectations. Research nursery schools in your area and read reviews from other parents to get an idea of the quality and track record each nursery offers. Talk to the staff member or director at each nursery you visit and observe the classroom environment to ensure that the nursery follows good practices related to safety, cleanliness and curriculum. Once you have determined which nursery will best suit your needs, schedule a tour for you and your child so that they feel comfortable with their new surroundings before starting school.

When choosing a nursery preschool for your child near you in Ankeny, IA, there are several key factors to keep in mind. Look for a nursery school that provides a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment so your child feels comfortable learning and exploring. It's also important to ensure the nursery preschool offers stimulating and age-appropriate activities that stimulate their cognitive, emotional and behavioral development. Ultimately, the best nursery preschool should prioritize your child's wellbeing by encouraging healthy academic habits while forming positive relationships with other kids and educators.

The average hourly rate that nursery preschools near you in Ankeny, IA charge per hour is $0.00. Nursery preschools offer a variety of learning and play opportunities for young children. Structured activities such as circle time, stories, crafts, music and movement, dramatic play, science experiments and outdoor play nurture young minds in big and small ways. Some nursery preschools even offer their own library for children to borrow books from. By advocating developmentally appropriate practices and offering stimulating activities tailored to your child's age and interests, nursery preschools help your little one get ready for formal education in the future.

Nursery preschools near you in Ankeny, IA are designed to help young children develop important cognitive, language and social skills they will need in school and throughout their lives. These early childhood education centers feature experienced teachers and a stimulating, safe learning environment. Research has shown that nursery schools offer many benefits for both children and parents alike; from increased self-confidence and communication skills, to greater understanding of numbers, colors, and shapes. They also give kids a chance to interact with other children their own age which can help them understand the concept of sharing and teamwork. Parents may find nursery preschool programs beneficial too since they can provide much-needed respite or an outlet for creative activities for youngsters.

All nursery preschools on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any nursery preschools who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. A CareCheck is a great jumping off point, but we strongly recommend that you do your own due diligence. When choosing a nursery preschool near you in Ankeny, IA, it is important to be thorough in your research. Ask other parents for recommendations and take advantage of online reviews and ratings. Additionally, visit the nursery preschools if these visits are allowed, or contact them with questions relevant to their care approach. The nursery should have high safety standards to protect the children from any potential dangers and appropriate policies on disciplinary approaches and health management. Choosing a nursery school also means learning about their curriculum; don’t forget to ask about their educational plans as well as any special activities they may offer. Finally, the nursery preschool staff will play a big role in the quality of care provided so it's essential that they are competent and friendly towards both children and parents.

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