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We have 36 part-time daycares in University Place, WA! Compare and find the best part-time daycare to fit your needs.

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Part-Time Daycares in University Place, WA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 36 listed part-time daycares

Hearts & Home Daycare

Christina was amazing with my then 4 year old daughter. She interacted with her, made sure she had down time (nap time), had healthy and fun...

- Chelsea M

Imprint Of Love Preschool

My 4 year old has been coming here for over 2 years and my almost 2 year old will be starting soon. They have made us feel like we are part...

- Care member

Brooke T

She was great. She went out of her way to help and make my kids happy.

- Mike P.

Part-Time Daycares Near University Place, WA

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Betty's Daycare

4904 84th Ave West University Place, WA

My Licensed Family Childcare in University Place has openings for an infant & toddlers. I have had several years of experience and specialize in infants & toddlers. I provide a fun structured stimulating environment. Creativity thru play, music and art, physical activity and outdoor play. There is a large fenced...
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Narrows Cooperative Preschool

3912 Grandview Dr W University Place, WA

Narrows Cooperative Preschool is a parent/child participation program. Parents enroll in a parent education program at Bates, and enroll their child in the cooperative preschool of their choice. While parents are enrolled in the program, they earn college credit in a continuing education program. Bates-trained cooperative...
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ABC Children's Center

8545 27th St. West University Place, WA

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
At ABC Children's Center, we believe that children learn best through play. Play is the work of young children which promotes necessary life skills and school readiness. ABC utilizes Creative Curriculum to implement this philosophy. The most important goal of our curriculum is to help children have fun while becoming...
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Hearts & Home Daycare

2317 Maple Ln Steilacoom, WA

5.0(1)
I have decided to leave my job to become a stay at home mom again, and I will be opening up a small daycare in my home. I have worked in childcare for over five years at two different daycare centers. I will be starting in mid-September and I have four slots open. I am willing to do full-time or part-time depending on your...

Chelsea M says "Christina was amazing with my then 4 year old daughter. She interacted with her, made sure she had down time (nap time), had healthy and fun snacks, and...

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Imprint Of Love Preschool

2324 177th Street Ct E Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)

State license verified

At Imprint of Love Daycare and Preschool, we're proud to provide a caring and safe environment for your children. By following our mission, vision and values, we create a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming learning environment for all children. My name is Nadea and I started working in childcare about 15 years ago. I've always...

Care Member says "My 4 year old has been coming here for over 2 years and my almost 2 year old will be starting soon. They have made us feel like we are part of the...

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Brooke T

7444 So. Bell. St. #18 Tacoma, WA

5.0(5)
I have worked in day cares, Child's Time and Rainbow Connections, with all age ranges. I love children and have a 2-year-old myself for which I am a stay at home mom. I also watch another little girl who is 3.

Mike P. says "She was great. She went out of her way to help and make my kids happy."

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Gigi's Day Care

3801 NORTHSHORE BOULEVARD NE Tacoma, WA

Welcome to Gigi's Daycare, a family in home day care business since year 2000. Here at my daycare discipline and yearly education make a big difference on children's life. Our goal is to provide a home atmosphere, where your child will feel love, safe, and happy. Affordable bilingual in home family childcare. We offer 24 hours...
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Ana's Little Daycare Home Daycare Licensed

4702 36TH Ave NE Tacoma, WA

State license verified

Ana's Little Daycare. Where Each Child is Unique. HOME CHILD DAYCARE CERTIFIED . Ana Cecilia Owner/Provider Phone: 253-228-6346. Close to these Areas: NE TACOMA, BROWNS POINT, NORTH POINT OF TACOMA, FEDERAL WAY, FIFE, AUBURN, KENT. Please call or text to me for an appointment for a tour. Thank you *Learning through reading...
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Naturally Kidds

6607 19th St NE Tacoma, WA

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Waldorf
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Naturally Kidds is a child-led play based part time in home preschool program located in NE Tacoma. We strive on creating developmentally appropriate hands on lessons that is driven from the children's true interest, while also implementing components of GLAD and the Mood Meter to help ensure they are Kindergarten ready. Our...
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Rain Drops And Puddles Daycare

2808 39th St NW Gig Harbor, WA

I offer in home daycare for newborns-12 year old kiddos. I have worked with children since I was 12 years old. I was the neighborhood babysitter when I was young, and then a live in nanny for 5 years after High school. I was a Teachers assistant for visually impaired children 3-18 years of age. I taught braille and life...
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Birth to Five Early Learning Center

4616 45th Avenue NE Tacoma, WA

State license verified

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Birth to Five Early learning Center is designed to support the physical, cognitive, communication and social/emotional development for all children ages four weeks through age five. We work diligently to develop caring, supportive, respectful and responsive relationships with our children and their families. We welcome all...
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NaNa's Learning Center

9616 40th Ave SW Lakewood, WA

State license verified

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Nana's Learning Center LLC Each child is unique, you are unique! DCYF certified Child Care Center *Learning through reading & writing *Arts and crafts *Cognitive development toys *Preschool activities and music. *Indoor and outdoor activities. *Breakfast *Lunch *Dinner *Snacks *Bilingual Spanish-English *NOW...
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Einstein's Tiny Learners

3314 View Point Cir NE Tacoma, WA

I provide a safe, fun, learning and supportive atmosphere where all children can express themselves freely. I strive to provide a center-like feel and individual attention that comes with a home daycare. At my daycare I provide an educational curriculum that suits all ages. My goal is for your child to have fun and thrive. I...
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Einstein's Tiny Learners

Surrounding Areas Tacoma, WA

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
In-Home daycare
Licensed home daycare in Federal Way has 3 full-time spots open. I provide a safe, fun, learning and supportive atmosphere where all children can express themselves freely. I strive to provide a center-like feel and individual attention that comes with a home daycare. At my daycare I provide an educational curriculum that suits...
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Schoolage Junction Childcare

3162 Shaw St Dupont, WA

Hi I am a State licensed and CYSS /FCC military licensed home daycare specializing in school aged childcare, full time, before and after school, long term and short term childcare. I have worked with the military community providing childcare for the past 14 years and have been state licensed since 2011.. My family is retired...
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Morning Sun Child Care And Preschool

7818 49th Ave 6 Tacoma, WA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Preschool
I started in the childcare profession as a volunteer. I have worked in two childcare centers, and I have over 24 years experience as a childcare provider. Several times a year I attend continuing early childhood education classes a (Merit) through the Child Care Referral Service and the Family Day Care Association. I am also...
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Mom's Time Out Daycare

11701 S. Alaska Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
Licensed Family Home Provider Accepting ages 18 months-12 years All meals and snacks included Bus transportation to Brookdale Elementary and James Sales Only pay for days care is needed, no charge for absent days

Shaina O says "Jennifer is amazing! I went through many nannies, daycares and baby sitters before we were referred to her by a friend. Now I will use nowhere else to...

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Meggie's Daycare

9043 S Thompson Ave Tacoma, WA

5.0(2)
Our Mission here at Meggie's Daycare is to provide affordable, quality childcare. We aim to provide an environment where children and their families feel welcome, wanted, and loved. We also assist children with learning manners, respect, and how to interact with their peers in a positive way. Our philosophy is based on the...

Mckenna D. says "This wonderful, loving, caring woman gave me someone to trust with my 3 young babies for 3 years when I couldn't trust anyone else. I will never...

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Growing Pains Learning Center Inc

1674 S Geiger St Tacoma, WA

1.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Growing Pains Learning Center offers both a part time and a full time programs designed to meet the physical, social, emotional and developmental needs of the child and their families. The goal of their programs is to provide a warm, loving, creative atmosphere for the children, where independence and individuality along with...
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Annas Child Care Development

9609 Bristol Ave Sw Lakewood, WA

Child care
Offering full-time child care services, Annas Child Care Development is a center in Lakewood, WA. Also providing kindergarten, part-time care, and before/after-school services, this organization began in the year 2000. Aside from that, this establishment is open weekly from Mondays to Fridays and can accommodate a total of up to...
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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in University Place, WA

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 University Place, WA 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 University Place, WA 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 University Place, WA, 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 University Place, WA 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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