Match with highly rated local toddler daycares near you
Compare toddler daycare and tour the ones that best fit your family
Recent toddler daycare reviews in Ames, IA
Nana's Home Daycare
5.0
My son has been going to her since he was 4 months old. He loves his Nana!
- Eileen
Bee Happy Family Day Care
5.0
I am very grateful to have found Marcia and Cris, they are wonderful people who take care of my son with all the love and affection. They have a great space, cozy and clean and with many activities.
- Jessica
Little-People Childcare
5.0
My son has been going to ms. Andrea's for almost a year now and loves going each and every day! He has learned so much from her and loves playing with all his friends! I would highly recommend Little People Childcare!!!
- Samantha A
All Stars Daycare
5.0
My girls went to Brenda's daycare for about 2 years. The girls loved to go there, learning was interactive and fun. We loved the location as the elementary school was right out the back door. Brenda is kind, caring and the girls love her still to this day. They remember going there and would...
- Sherri E
Marian's Family Daycare & Preschool Program
5.0
I HIGHLY!!!!! recommend Marian's Family Daycare. We enrolled our daughter when she was 10 months old & searched EVERYWHERE!!!!! Words don't exspress what a great place this is. Our daughters first words where Please and Thank you she is so advanced for her age and I have them to thank for that. The...
Childcare with a preschool advantage! We teach in house Preschool and also offer care for infants and toddlers. We have been in early developmental education for over 30 years, and have recently moved to a new larger location! (With a large outdoor play area). Please call today for questions or...
5.0
"My son has been going to her since he was 4 months old. He loves his Nana!"
Bee Happy has openings for infants and toddlers(up to 2 1/2 y/o), our child care in home conveniently located North Framingham. Licensed since 2010, family child care program. We are part of a food program (health food for kids), and current in all trainings and licenses.
We offer Curriculum...
5.0
"Our family has been with Bee Happy Family Daycare for five years now. My oldest started when he was one and my second child is here now. My oldest even went here rather than traditional preschool. He was well ahead of his peers both in math and letter recognition...
My care is like a home away from home with a small group. At any given time you can be sure that they will get the attention they need. For toddlers I work with them on learning skills (ABCs, colors, songs, etc.). Older children will get help with school work and a focus on reading in down time. We...
5.0
"Little-People Chilcare is great with flexibility , teaching and preparing kids for school. My kids love going there and do not want to leave. I highly recommend Little-People Chilcare as the staff are very friendly and like family."
Re-opening my in-home Family Daycare for toddlers and older. 17+ years experience, accredited Preschool academic in a semi-structured program and CORE Centers to help meet Early Childhood Indicators of Progress, Focus on social development/conflict resolution that leads to academic success. My...
5.0
"My girls went to Brenda's daycare for about 2 years. The girls loved to go there, learning was interactive and fun. We loved the location as the elementary school was right out the back door. Brenda is kind, caring and the girls love her still to this day. They...
Marian's Family Daycare is an in home daycare and preschool program, offering a nurturing and loving environment for children ages 6 months through 5 years. I hold a state of California Teacher Permit and have been in business since 1981.
We are Licensed Family Childcare Professionals operating...
5.0
"I HIGHLY!!!!! recommend Marian's Family Daycare. We enrolled our daughter when she was 10 months old & searched EVERYWHERE!!!!! Words don't exspress what a great place this is. Our daughters first words where Please and Thank you she is so advanced for her age and...
We have Full time openings for toddler through preschool age in our home group daycare center. The program will include breakfast, lunch and two snacks (4-C nutrition guidelines used), daily preschool and educational activities. Social and emotional development is an important area of focus, as...
5.0
"So thankful for this daycare! Teresa is amazing. She takes care of our little guy as if he was one of her own. Even though he's under a year, he learns so much every day and always comes home happy. Teresa does a great job at keeping you informed during the day...
Touching the Hearts of Children Day Care offers quality family home childcare. Our goal is to make a difference in the hearts of children by creating a special place with the atmosphere of a home in which your child will grow and be developed intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. We...
5.0
"I had my 4 year old daughter with Ms Susy and her staff for almost a year and a half. I recently started a new job that offers daycare so with a SAD heart we had to move on. The time that my daughter was at Touching the hearts of children was AMAZING and a...
I am a licensed day care provider. I am certified in Child Development, Infant & Toddler Care, CPR, First Aid, Emergency Preparedness. Also I have completed Infant and Early Childhood cognition course & Power of Positive Parenting course at HCC. I have over 8 years of experience with children of all...
5.0
"My son enjoys and looks forward to going to Aqsa's daily. Her daycare is like a second home to him.
My son is on a Gluten free diet and it has been hard in the past to find someone to accommodate his needs. I appreciate knowing that my child is spending his day in...
Over 16 years of experience, licensed in Nevada offering infant and toddler care. Certified and very good with all children. Most experience with the military FCC, good variety of healthy food provided.
3.0
"por fabor denme su numero de telefono para comunicarme con ustedes."
We have a slot coming available soon! Thank you for your interest!
ToddleDays, a Child Care Home that caters to busy parents who need recurring weekday care, is now state licensed by the Virginia Department of Education in coordination with Fairfax County Office for Children.
Why Parents...
5.0
"Toddle Days (Christine & Team) have been a God send for our family. We were very anxious and concerned as we started our search for an in-home care provider. We toured three other homes and were not comfortable with any of them for various reasons. Including...
Childcare in my home (Woodbridge). SIBLING DISCOUNT!
(Scroll down for info about tutoring)
Please contact my CELL number at 732-277-8413 for more information
I watch children in my home NEWBORN & UP. I'm also fully vaccinated.
I'm an experienced stay at...
5.0
"Carolina has been watching my kids for 5 years. She is very good and I would highly recommend her for babysitting. Carolina is always there when you need her. She had taught my girls many different things. She also work with the children with potty training....
Nurturing childcare for infants and toddlers
licensed by Arlington County
over 25 years of experience
Balanced Meals
AM/PM snacks
CPR & First Aid certified
Please give me a call, Id love to introduce you to our loving Daycare.
5.0
"My son started with Lucy just after his 1st birthday when my husband was transferred to VA for work. Now, my son is 2.5 years old and, thanks to Lucy, is fully potty trained, can recite the alphabet and count to 25 with ease. He is great with sharing and knows his...
-Specialist in Infants/toddlers.
-30 years experience.
-Mother of 6 Very good at caring for children
-Big License/Up to 2 infants(full), 8 toddlers(3 spots available), 4 school children(Full)
-Good Standing with the Community Care Licensing
-Our program is designed to treat every child with the...
5.0
"This Daycare has been my favorite for the past 2 years. Have been to other daycares and this one by far is the best. They make sure my son is always on top of his studies and he tends to be behind since he's lazy but he hasn't missed a single homework assignment...
I am the owner of MOMA'S LOVING CHILD CARE This is an in-home registered center, and I have four years experience. I have training in infant safety, early childhood professional, creative art ideas to motivate children, diversity in the classroom, and child food program of Texas. We provide...
5.0
"Moma's Loving Child Care has been a part of our lives for over a decade! Nanny has taken care of both of our children from the oldest to the youngest. My 1st born was 10 months old when he 1st came and my daughter was just 3 months old. They are now almost 11 yrs...
Future Stars Home Day Care has been successfully running for the last 26 years and it is located in the Tysons Corner area in a quiet and beautiful neighborhood. We have huge area that is used exclusively for childcare and large deck is used for outdoor activities. We have separate quiet rooms for...
5.0
"We have had our two boys in Baruna's care for the past 5 years and would whole-heartedly recommend her care to anyone. Baruna is a kind, loving, patient, and creative caregiver while also being a responsible, capable, and incredibly reliable business owner. She has...
Thank you for your interest! We are fully enrolled for the 2023-2024 year. I will one opening in August of 2024 for a boy 12-30 months. We are full time only. .
SereneCare is a preschool and child care program for 6 months-turning 4 yrs which provides loving care and excellent academic success...
5.0
"We have two children enrolled at SereneCare and could not be happier. The kids are so engaged and active all day and are always eager to come home and tell us all about the day and all their friends. We love the small group and personalized attention."
I have been licensed and certified since 1986 to provide excellent infant and toddler care. I provide care for no more than 3 children 2 months - 14 months. The limited enrollment provides the best of both worlds - an opportunity for your child to interact with other children without getting lost in...
5.0
"AMAZING! We were very sad when our LO had to graduate. It was very hard for us to adjust from an in home atmosphere with a low ratio to being in a large center. Our daughter was in the Johnson's care from 12 wks until 2. The care and attention they paid to my LO...
We provide safe, nurturing and affordable childcare to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, Kindergarten and school age kids. Tuition includes all in house programs and nutritious breakfast, lunch and snacks. We follow the Montessori curriculum. Our child centered curriculum is child friendly and...
5.0
"I love this school for my 2 daughters. They really do care for/about the children. They are not just another number to this facility. The owners care more about the children than making money. I feel that they pour into my children's education and social growth. I...
Hi,
My name is Megan. I am 30 years old and I have a 6 year old son and a 7 month old daughter. I recently, decided to stay at home with my youngest and I have 2 spots available for kids 1.5 and up. I currently watch a little boy who is about 15 months old. I have tons of experience with newborns...
5.0
"Can't recommend her enough! She currently watches my 15 month old and is great with him, he just loves her."
My family child care specializes in toddlers between the ages of 1 - 4 years of age. I run a very clean and organized facility, giving loving care to my kiddies every day.
I have a state license and am CPR/FIRST AID certified. I am also under the VA Child Nutrition Inc program, which comes to...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with Celestial Child Care. The facility is wonderful. It's spacious, bright, and fun with tons of fun and educational activities for the children. It's also always impressively clean and incredibly well organized. There is a wonderful...
September 15th, 2022 Physical activity is crucial for kids. Getting one or more hours of physical activity per day, as recommended by the ... Read more
March 27th, 2023 It may not feel this way at the moment, the LGBTQ+ community has come a long way in recent decades. From the end of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell in 2011 t... Read more
May 18th, 2023 Any time is a good time to talk to kids about what it means to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and/or questioning (LGBTQ+), but June is an esp... Read more
July 29th, 2022 If you’ve ever bought a dollhouse for your son, or allowed your daughter to play football, you’ve participated to some degree in gender creative parenting, ... Read more
FAQs for finding toddler daycares near you in Ames, IA
What is the average age range for toddler daycare near me in Ames, IA?
Toddler daycares near you in Ames, IA typically cater to children between three months to three years of age, though it's worth noting that this will vary by location. To get a better idea of the options available to you, connect directly with toddler daycares to understand any age requirements.
What is the curriculum for toddler daycare near me in Ames, IA?
Generally, toddler daycare curriculum is based on learning through play. Learning activities at toddler daycares in Ames, IA may include free play, story time, arts and crafts, outdoor walks and social skills development. In toddler daycare settings, children are encouraged to explore their world through their physical senses and complete age-appropriate tasks with the guidance of a teacher. They are encouraged to follow their own interests and ideas while honing important cognitive and motor skills. Overall, toddler daycare curriculum is designed to create an enjoyable yet educational environment for young learners aged 18 months to 3 years old.
How do I choose a toddler daycare near me in Ames, IA?
Choosing the right toddler daycare for your family near you in Ames, IA can be both a challenging and rewarding experience! Factors to consider include the quality of care, safety, location, costs, and qualifications of the staff. Taking the time to tour a toddler daycare center will be helpful in choosing the right fit, as it gives you the opportunity to ask questions at length and observe how the staff interacts with children firsthand. Choosing a daycare is a personal choice, and you should feel comfortable with the center you ultimately decide on.