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Find Trusted Part-Time Daycares Near Me in Cranston, RI

We have 41 part-time daycares in Cranston, RI! Compare and find the best part-time daycare to fit your needs.

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Cadence Academy Preschool Cranston

546 BUDLONG RD CRANSTON, RI

1 mi

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Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.*
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Little Bears Daycare

987 Phenix Avenue Cranston, RI

4 mi

I am a Home based Daycare. I offer child care services for children ages newborn to five years of age. I am licensed, first aid and CPR certified as well as Bright Stars accredited. We offer openings for full time opening with Meals are included. We offer breakfast, lunch, and two healthy snacks. We engage the children to participate in fun learning activities.
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Excellent Bilingual Kids Daycare

101 Ashbrook Drive Cranston, RI

5.0(1)

4 mi

Academic
International
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
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HOURS Monday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Tuesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Wednesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Thursday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Friday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:4 Program Capacity: 8 COST & AVAILABILITY Classroom Type Rate Rate Type Availability * All Ages $190 per week 1 *availability last updated on 10/25/2017 Offerings Full Time (5 days/wk) Part Time (1-4 days/wk) Extended Care (Before School) Extended Care (After School) Payment Options Personal Check| Cash
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Learning Brooke Early Childhood Education Center

1170 Pontiac Ave Ste 200 Cranston, RI

3.0(2)

2 mi

Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
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We are a private early childhood school serving children 6 weeks through 6 years old using progressive approaches to education and curriculum. We pride ourselves on a respectful environment and creating independence. We offer part week and full week options as well as a healthy snack menu, a full time nurse and a large outdoor green space for children to explore.

Emily R. says "Our family loves Learning Brooke. We have been coming here since our daughter was less than 2 months old! 3.5 years later, she is now in preschool and has...

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Excellence Day Care

101 Ashbrook Drive Cranston, RI

5.0(2)

4 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Special needs
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ABOUT THE BUSINESS We believe children are gifted at learning languages. Our goal is to build up two languages for the kids through various daily activities such as music and dance, circle time, art and craft, free play, snack and meal time. All food provided is organic. There are two small groups in our daycare. One of them is Spanish learners and another one is Mandarin learners. In the morning, our staff speak Spanish or Mandarin to kids and English is spoken in the afternoon. Our program is RI DCYF licensed program and all the staff here are CPR, First-Aid certified early childhood learning bilingual professionals. Full Time (5 days/wk) Part Time (1-4 days/wk) Extended Care (Before School) Extended Care (After School)

Hongqiu Z. says "My son was in this daycare for almost a year. He started when he was almost three. I think this is the best daycare for our needs as we speak our home...

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Early Foundation Academy

181 Princess Avenue Cranston, RI

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Early Foundation Academy was founded with the goal to provide children with a first-class nurturing, safe, diverse and creative environment while providing parents with an affordable option to set their little ones on the right foundation to learn and grow during their early years. We specialize in preschool, pre-k, summer school and daycare programs for children within the ages of 3 and 5 years old. All of our programs comply with the Rhode Island Early Learning Standards guidelines, which promote learning through play in each activity. We believe in promoting learning through interactive play in each activity your child takes part of, in what we call a creative curriculum, which encourages children to be "creative explorers" and focuses on social, emotional, cognitive and physical development and creating independence, self help skills, and decision making abilities. All which are a crucial part of development during their early years as they transition into kindergarten and beyond.
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Little Lamb's Daycare Inc.

35 Friendly Road Cranston, RI

< 1 mi

This is a home day care, a home away from home. I have full-time and part-time openings in the day care. We play with puzzles, computers, dance, sing, and have lots of fun. Little Lambs has been in business for 23 years. Our hours are 24 hours a day 24/7. We are always available.
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The Gingerbread House Preschool Inc.

1458 Park Ave Cranston, RI

2 mi

Preschool
Child care
Located in Cranston, Rhode Island, The Gingerbread House Preschool Inc. is a family-owned preschool for children ages six weeks through twelve years old. It offers full-time and part-time programs, before and after-school programs, and summer camp. It has a maximum capacity of serving thirty-five children. Its operational hours is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Caitlyn C

85 Lexington Ave Cranston, RI

< 1 mi

I have been working in child care for 14 plus years. I started working in a child care center when I was 17. I worked there for a few years caring for infants, toddlers, and school aged children, until I felt I had enough experience to open my own home daycare. When I was 23 I converted the bottom level of my home into a great space geared totally for children. I have cared for the same families for years, but now they are all grown up and headed for school. I am looking to fill a few spots. I have tons of toys, games and areas within the space for creative play too!! I also offer a fully accredited preschool program for children 2 and up. This is a great option for people seeking the nanny experience (to get the personalized care they seek) but who still wants to socialize their children - someone seeking daycare, but not a big daycare center that can often be overwhelming for the child - as well as stay at home/work at home moms or dads looking for a play/learning group a few days/half days a week. I keep my daily groups small, typically only 3 children a day, so that the care is very personal and attentive. I have also been a part-time nanny, so I am very experienced with giving children the one on one attention and time they need as well as some group time, which is important too. I have excellent references from my families whose multiple children I cared for from infancy through their school years. My rate is not hourly but weekly or daily - $175 a week and $35 a day. Half day and before and after school care is available as well. Lots of Cranston buses will bus from public schools to my home. The nice part about this is that the children make and keep such nice friends! They attend each others birthdays, Halloween parties and other events which they loved and looked forward to even at an early age! I also offer free parent date nights on occasional Saturday nights through out the year. The children come and have a pizza party, play games, win prizes and have a blast, while the parents get to go spend time out for a date or errands for 5 hours. I do theme parties around the holidays, so they have a Halloween Costume party as well as a holiday party! These were events that both parents (gives parents a chance to do holiday shopping etc.) and children looked forward to every year as well!
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Bilingual Kids Daycare

101 Ashbrook Dr. Cranston, RI

4 mi

We believe children are gifted at learning languages. Our goal is to build up two languages for the kids through various daily activities such as music and dance, circle time, art and craft, free play, snack and meal time. All food provided is organic. There are two small groups in our daycare. One of them is Spanish learners and another one is Mandarin learners. In the morning, our staff speak Spanish or Mandarin to kids and English is spoken in the afternoon. Our program is RI DCYF licensed program and all the staff here are CPR, First-Aid certified early childhood learning bilingual professionals.
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Home Daycare

55 Beverly Ann Drive Providence, RI

5.0(1)

6 mi

Fun and nurturing childcare No. Prov. Centredale, Fruit Hill,. Close to providence and Johnstom town lines. Quiet neighborhood, fenced yard, Infants through 5 years old. Six a.m. to six p.m. Crafts, activities, play time fun.C.P.R. and first aid certified. Plenty of TLC Immediate openings, many years of experience with infants and toddlers. Full-time: $175.00, four days: $155.00, three days: $140.00.

Danielle C. says "Great with the kids and very dependable"

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Paintbox Preschool

321 HIGH ST CUMBERLAND, RI

5.0(2)

10 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
CURRENTLY ENROLLING FOR SEPTEMBER 2023 (we do not have current openings)- Paintbox Preschool is a small, welcoming school for children ages 3 - 5 years. We like to believe our preschool is your child's second family. Our program is active and busy. Students learn best through investigation and play experiences. Our curriculum helps children to grown and learn in a developmentally appropriate manner. We have a large playground for our students to enjoy! We have many options for days and times. Pricing is based on the amount of days and hours your child attends. Please review the table in the photo gallery for pricing. Children must be 3 years of age to be eligible for enrollment. As a licensed facility, our students must have all state required vaccinations and have had a medical physical within the last year. If you should have any questions, please feel free to email me at paintboxpreschool@yahoo.com We welcome you to be a part of the Paintbox Family.

Amanda I. says "I love this center! Both of my children and my niece have attended. One experience that has really stuck with me was when covid hit and everyone had to...

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Maple Tree Childcare

51 Zanfagna Street Johnston, RI

5.0(1)

6 mi

Maple Tree Childcare is a small home daycare program on the Johnston/Cranston line in RI. We are deeply inspired by Lifeways, Waldorf Education and time spent in nature. Our days are filled with song, stories, meaningful life skills, handwork projects, wholesome organic meals and most importantly ample time to play both indoors and outdoors. We enjoy a dependable daily rhythm that includes free play (inside and out), morning activity, snack time, circle time with song and movement games, story time using the told story tradition, lunch and rest. Our weekly rhythm is as follows - Monday: washing, Tuesday: handwork / toy mending, Wednesday: painting, Thursday: baking, Friday: gardening. Maple Tree Childcare is a mixed-age program serving families with children 1 - 4 years of age. No more than 3 children each day allows for lots of time, love and nurturing for each young child. Samantha Seibert (or Miss Sam, as she is known) is the teacher at Maple Tree and has been an early childhood educator for over 10 years. She has a RI State Teaching Certification for Early Childhood. She has worked with (and learned from) Mariposa, Meadowbrook Waldorf School, Bloom, and Little Friends Farm. After the birth of her son last March she opened Maple Tree Childcare and has been delighted to serve RI families by providing gentle, loving childcare in a home setting. While originally started in Providence, we are now happily nestled into our new home in Johnston, right off exit 4 from Route 295 and about 15 minutes from Providence.

Gendron F says "Samantha is an exceptional care provider. Caring, creative, patient, intelligent and kind- she cared for my daughter and created a space of love that...

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Koala Kids Child Care

818 County St Seekonk, MA

5.0(15)

7 mi

Koala Kids Child Care is a Licensed family child care and is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. I am licensed for 6 children. Our child care is open year round Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Thursday 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 PM. I care for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years. I am an EEC certified infant, toddler and preschool teacher and have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education . I have 30 years experience in the child care field. Licensed since 1995 Our family child care has a small group of children 1:6 ratio in a smaller setting which gives each child more one on one each day. Each child's day is filled with many hands-on learning experiences, music and movement activities, stories, opportunities to explore with art materials, blocks, pretend, sensory bins, math and science. We also have a large outdoor play area for the children to explore and have fun. With lots of water play in the summer months. For infants we have a separate area in the room for them to have plenty of room for tummy time , bouncers, swings. Time to explore with floor toys and touch and sensory exploration activities. All infants schedules are determined based on individual development. All children are given individualized attention by singing, talking and playing with your infant. I take great care to accommodate each child's daily schedule. We want to create positive feeling and connection with each child. It is my wish to provide a place for your child to learn and grow, where learning and fun go hand in hand. I am committed to providing the best possible environment for your child. One that is nurturing with all the elements necessary to help them develop.

Care Member says "Ms. Kristine is fantastic! Our daughter has been at Koala Kids since she was four months old and our son was previously there as well for a few years....

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ABC's, 123's & TLC

87 East Greenwich Avenue West Warwick, RI

7 mi

State licensed, West Warwick home daycare has part-time and full-time openings. Close to Warwick, Coventry, East Greenwich West Greenwich and the 95. I have a creative playroom with puzzles, blocks, cars, toys, play-doh, arts and crafts, computer, large library, and games. Outside there is a large yard with swingset, climbing dome, lots of bikes, balls, water tables, chalkboard and bubbles. Pre-K curriculum - writing, color identification, shapes, mazes etc. I am on the Greenbush/Deering busline, and it stops at the driveway for my school age children to get on and off. Meals and snacks are included, healthy USDA based meals. CPR and First Aid certified. I have 20 years' experience, not just as a mother, but in the business of caring for children. I can provide excellent references upon request. This is a non-smoking environment and I have no cats or dogs. Private payment only. Monday - Friday 7am-5:30 pm Tax deductible. Email me to set up a time to visit! Karen
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Little Sailors Childcare

350 Tillinghast Rd East Greenwich, RI

10 mi

**The perfect happy medium between a Nanny and a Childcare center! Availability October 2020 Quality, All-Inclusive Care is the top priority at Little Sailors. Little Sailors provides a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for your children to grow into the happiest versions of themselves. With small ratios, your child can enjoy the social interaction with children their age but also the individual care they deserve. This all-inclusive private care includes everything from the time they enter to the moment you pick them up including leaving you worry-free throughout your day. *Full Organic Menu *Ample Outdoor Fun *Individual Care Plan *Nontoxic Environment *Private - Small Ratio Childcare *Adjacent to School Bus Stop *Learning the Fun Way *Birthday and Holiday Celebrations For more information or to set up a walk through please call or send a request!
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Cadence Academy Preschool EG

934 MAIN ST E GREENWICH, RI

9 mi

Day Care
Child care
The East Greenwich school is conveniently located on the North Kingstown/East Greenwich line. Our teachers are dedicated to providing the highest quality child care and learning for the young children in our infant, toddler, preschool and pre-kindergarten programs. We offer both a “surround care” program for kindergartners who attend the East Greenwich elementary schools and an exciting summer camp program. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.*
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Steph's Little Steps

1247 Newman Ave Seekonk, MA

7 mi

My name is Stephanie. I have 2 children of my own 14 and 10 years old. I am a EEC Family child care Licensed provider ( EEC License # 9024639 ). I am also EEC licensed Preschool, Toddler, Infant teacher for centers, CPR and First Aid Certified. I also take vouchers. I have worked with children since 2000. My goal is to encourage and help children grow and learn at their own pace in a Warm, Loving, Family atmosphere. After working at a daycare/preschool center then having my own children I know how hard it can be to trust someone with your child. Our daily schedule has plenty of indoor and outdoor creative learning and play time, allowing kids to be kids! I have a large secluded yard. We do lots of crafts done by the children and so much more, All curriculum is age appropriate. Please contact me for more information. At this time I have 3 openings for any age.
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Susan's Family Childcare

29 Hazelton Road Barrington, RI

6 mi

It's a small loving safe fun childcare home. Home away from home for ages newborn on up. I have 2 openings for full time newborn infant I have a degree in early child development and CPR and First Aid trained. I have over 20 years of experience running a family daycare. I have many references. I have a current background and finger print through DCYF this past October and fire inspection passed in October also. Please call to set up an interview. We can meet and go over all the details. Thanks for viewing my ad! Have a great week. Susan
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Paper Crown Preschool

105 Frenchtown Rd East Greenwich, RI

10 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
Preschool
Child care
Our environment and curriculum are influenced by Waldorf Education and the Vygotsky Approach - Tools of the Mind. At Paper Crown Preschool, we focus on strengthening &quot;learning to learn&quot; skills such as attending to others, working memory, planning, problem solving, cooperation, and flexibility. Whether resolving a conflict with a friend, telling a story, or following a new instruction, we all rely on these skills. Traditional academic goals are incorporated into daily activities to ensure a balanced educational experience. At Primrose Preschool we also believe in the importance of time outdoors as there are lessons learned in nature that cannot be taught within the classroom. Time spent outdoors enhances creative play and teaches children an appreciation for the world around them. Young children are active learners who benefit most from hands-on activities both outdoors and within the classroom. Primrose is here to facilitate these opportunities and to inspire a love of learning!
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Recent part-time daycare reviews from local parents in Cranston, RI

Part-Time Daycares in Cranston, RI are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 41 listed part-time daycares

Learning Brooke Early Childhood Education Center

Our family loves Learning Brooke. We have been coming here since our daughter was less than 2 months old! 3.5 years later, she is now in...

- Emily R.

Excellence Day Care

My son was in this daycare for almost a year. He started when he was almost three. I think this is the best daycare for our needs as we...

- Hongqiu Z.

Home Daycare

Great with the kids and very dependable

- Danielle C.

FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Cranston, RI

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Cranston, RI can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Cranston, RI provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Cranston, RI, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Cranston, RI can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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