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Baby Steps Home Daycare

Best decision I ever made was sending my kid to Whitney!

- Whitney H.

Tiny Treasures Daycare

Our daughter loved Debbie right away. She is warm, loving and down to earth. I always felt comfortable checking in throughout the day - a...

- Melissa

Theresa P

I love, love, love Theresa! She is a wonderful person, a terrific caregiver. She does everything with the kids and they have a great time...

- Kimberly H

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Singh In Home Babysitter

3 Vista Court Waterford, NY

I am a stay home mom of 2 beautiful daughter. I have enough safe space and help to take care of more kids. I provide a smoke free environment for kid to grow. We have a schedule to make kids independent and strong. We will provide healthy food for them to grow healthy and strong.
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Baby Steps Home Daycare

106 Springhollow Dr Cohoes, NY

5.0(1)
Currently one toddler (age2+) spot open at my registered home daycare! First aid/CPR certified, years of experience and trainings, healthy meals provided and fenced in backyard. I will soon be conducting interviews with new families to pick who would be a good fit with my current group of kids. We have a great atmosphere and...

Whitney H. says "Best decision I ever made was sending my kid to Whitney!"

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0050 - Childtime of Latham

920 ALBANY SHAKER RD LATHAM, NY

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
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Essentially 4 Kids

3 Geraldine Place Albany, NY

Quality Child Care at an affordable rate for all children 6 weeks to school age. We provide excellent service in a fun, safe home environment. * Quality Child Care * Affordable Rates (Contact for locked in New Year Discount) * Nutritious snacks and meals provided * Open 7 a.m- 5:30p.m * NYS licensed * Staff CPR/First Aid...
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Chickadee Family Child Care

495 Stage Road Charlton, NY

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Chickadee Family Child Care is a small, playful daycare in Charlton, NY. We follow the BHBL school calendar and are closed for breaks and summer vacation! If you or your spouse is a teacher we are the best deal around! Your child will receive the one-on-one attention they need from loving and attentive caregivers, mother and...
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Tiny Town Of Colonie

560 Sand Creek Road Colonie, NY

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WE'RE GROWING! Check out our website today for more information. www.tinytowndaycarecolonie.com Conveniently located in the Colonie area CPR and First Aid certified Nutritious meals and snacks served daily Competitive rates We strive to provide a high quality, affordable, safe and fun environment for your children to grow....
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Around The Clock Childcare

3 117th Street Troy, NY

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We are a 24-hour in-home childcare service. Work outside traditional hours so that everyone no matter what hours you work, you are covered and your child/children would be in good hands. We provide 3 square meals depends on shift, potty train as soon as communication is established, on site play ground, monitor computer service...
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Andrea Cavallaro

35 Grant Street Cohoes, NY

At my home I provide safe and fun care to children from infancy to school aged. I provide healthy age appropriate meals for each child. In my care, children will learn age appropriate skills as well as have an overall fun and safe experience.
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Phyllis Martel

9 Jules Drive Colonie, NY

I am a loving Grandmother of 4 who provides a safe, smoke-free, clean, and family friendly environment for children newborn to preschool. Not only do the children have their own areas to play, eat and sleep; they are participating in age appropriate activities such as reading books, completing puzzles, and familiarizing with...
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Early Beginnings Childcare

29 North Lake Troy, NY

Located in Troy next to Frear Park on the N. Lake side I started providing NYS Licensed childcare over 10 years ago and have been working with children for more than 20 years. Before I started Early Beginnings Childcare, I worked in a childcare center and an elementary school while I was in college for Early Childhood Ed. I...
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Consistency of care is of the utmost importance in the first five years of life. At the Children's Garden, we provide a place for your child to grow from the time they take their first steps, all the way through ABC's and 123's. With a family style program, children stay with the same teachers and friends from their first...
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Kinder Park Child Care

5 Barcelona Drive Clifton Park, NY

Welcome to Kinder Park Child Care. I have an in-home Child Day Care, I've been licensed since 1985. Our staff holds degrees in early childhood and music education. I accept children from ages 16 months-5 years old, we have a 3:1 ratio. Your child(ren) will be very well taken care of by myself and my staff. All meals are...
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Loving Family Day Care with 2 immediate school age openings available for ages 5 years -12 years old. I am open from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. I have 21+ years of experience and I am First Aid and CPR trained. There is additional training taken all year long. I provide breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. We have a...

Melissa says "Our daughter loved Debbie right away. She is warm, loving and down to earth. I always felt comfortable checking in throughout the day - a simple text to...

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Theresa P

21 Banker Ave Troy, NY

5.0(1)
I am a stay-at-home mom. I decided to not go back to work after I had my daughter in 2008. A friend of mine at that time needed someone to care for her 3-year-old daughter and asked me if I would be interested. I decided to give it a try and had so much fun that I decided to stay home permanently and babysit. I am not licensed...

Kimberly H says "I love, love, love Theresa! She is a wonderful person, a terrific caregiver. She does everything with the kids and they have a great time there. She...

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Jelly Bean Child Care

409 16th Street Watervliet, NY

5.0(1)
I have a NYS Registered daycare in Watervliet. I provide an excellent program with a flexible curriculum to engage children and keep them busy and active through out the day. I work on social, emotional and cognitive development as we play through the day with circle time, planned learning activities, experiments and lots of...

Jen D says "Excellent service, would strongly recommend this facility without any reservation."

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Michelle V

1 Panarama Court Clifton Park, NY

5.0(1)
I have over 20 years child care experience. - Background Check - Fingerprinted - CPR and First Aid Trained - Health and Safety Course - Safe, Clean Non-Smoking Home - Fenced Yard - Learning through Play - Music Appreciation - Reading/Circle Time - Arts and Crafts - Very Limited Television - Reliable - I believe in long-term...

Diedra V. says "As a first time mom we are all nervous about leaving our children with just anyone, especially when it comes to someone you never met before. After...

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Sheryl Manning

121 Southbury Road Clifton Park, NY

Hello! I am a stay at home mom of three school age children who runs an in home daycare from my home. I have a bachelors degree in music therapy and have extensive experience facilitating a variety of educational activities for children of varying ages. I have been a volunteer in the children's program at my church for 13 years,...
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Kate's Learning Place

22 Woodbine Ave Watervliet, NY

I am a former special ed teacher with an in-home childcare center which was recently registered with New York State. Accepting new applicants ages 6 weeks and up. Meals are provided and learning opportunities for your child are abundant. I am certified in First Aid/CPR and accept DSS. Schedule a tour now!
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Childtime of Mechanicville

2381 Route 9 Mechanicville, NY

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
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Cohen's Bundles Of Love

2304 10th Avenue Watervliet, NY

Cohen's Bundle of Love Here we treat the children as one of the family. They are well cared for as if they are one of my own children. I am licensed by the state of New York. I have been in business for over twenty years. Should you need parent references I will provide them for you. Please contact me for an initial phone...
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FAQs for finding nursery preschools near you in Waterford, NY

Choosing a nursery preschool near you in Waterford, NY 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 Waterford, NY, 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 Waterford, NY charge per hour is null. 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 Waterford, NY 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 Waterford, NY, 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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