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Tori's Tots
5.0
Tori's Tots was a great help not only to our little one, but also to us as new parents. We could always see how she was learning new things and they kept us up to date with how things were going with her every day. On top of everything they reached out to all their families when Texas ice storms...
- Nicolette E
Busy Bee Home Daycare
5.0
Our son (2.5 yo) has gone to Ms. Cheman since he was 10 weeks old. The decision to bring him to her is the best decision we've ever made! He looks forward to going to daycare and is active and challenged every day. Ms. Cheman has been incredibly flexible with our family's different schedule in...
- Jonathan
Amazing Panda Learning Center
5.0
Your child will not only learn at Amazing Panda, they be will loved on and cared for by the most sincere and genuine staff who truly love working with children. In under 2 years, my child has not only learned life/motor skills, letter recognition and sounds, shapes, colors, numbers, animals, the...
- Maria J
Kelly's Day Care
5.0
We have had such an amazing experience with Kelly's daycare. My son loves his time there and we feel confident sending him knowing he is getting the best care. Miss Kelly has fun daily themes she teaches the kids about, a structured schedule, an app she updates thoroughly throughout the day so we...
- Carly P
Chuchie's Home Daycare
5.0
Chuchie is an excellent day care provider that I provide my highest recommendation for. Chuchie provided full-time day care for both of our kids for several years (including from just after birth for our son) until both of our kids aged out/my mom fully retired. Based on our wonderful experience, I...
- Kyle M
Toddler daycares in Columbia, CT
5.0
(14)
Our Motto is "Where hearts shape little minds." Tori's Tots (aka TT's) is an intimate Licensed Child Care Home. TT's caters to newborns and the youngest of toddlers. We provide positive guidance with a structured routine and lots and lots of love. With a heavy influence on a play-based program,...
5.0
"Tori's Tots was a great help not only to our little one, but also to us as new parents. We could always see how she was learning new things and they kept us up to date with how things were going with her every day. On top of everything they reached out to all their...
Nicolette E
5.0
(15)
Two spots available! State licensed and subsidy vendor!
***Daycare looks much better in person than shown in photos. Please schedule a tour!***
Hello! My name is Cheman and I am the owner of Busy Bee Home Daycare in Manassas and have my state license.
My home is conveniently located off...
5.0
"Ms. Cheman is such a blessing to my little girl. If it wasn't for her, I would have had a lot of anxiety having to return to work. She is definitely a rare gem in the business. She treats her like her own!"
Cheri D
3.7
(3)
Amazing Panda Learning Center provides an enriched learning environment that is designed to help students get ahead. With years of experience, our staff is eager to help your child learn, grow and have fun doing it! Located in Urbandale, Amazing Panda Learning Center offers infant and toddler...
5.0
"Your child will not only learn at Amazing Panda, they be will loved on and cared for by the most sincere and genuine staff who truly love working with children. In under 2 years, my child has not only learned life/motor skills, letter recognition and sounds,...
Maria J
5.0
(4)
I offer a toddler based program for children ages 2-4 years old. Our home is a wonderful place for your child to learn new exciting things and grow everyday! It's an environment filled with fun, laughter, and joy. We spend our days playing, learning, and becoming one big happy family! I help prep...
5.0
"Ms. Kelly's Daycare was an incredible environment for my daughter to learn and grow! Every day was filled with enriching activities, creative crafts, healthy meals, stories, and play time. The preschool curriculum is top notch! My daughter was extremely well...
Ashley B
5.0
(3)
Lovely and caring home daycare with playground
Virginia State Licensed,Business Permit
CPR Trained, AED and First AID
22 years of child caring experiences
Fluent in English and Tagalog (national language of the Philippines)
Smoke-free,clean and very safe environment
Preparation to...
5.0
"Chuchie is amazing. A friend of ours recommended her. Our daughter was 8 months old when we had her go to Chuchie's daycare and she still goes their to this day and is now 5. Chuchie is accommodating with the parents schedules. My daughter was going Full-Time up...
Christine M
5.0
(5)
Kidz Day Care is located in North Chicago, IL and is within 10 minutes of most major businesses in the city (Great Lakes Naval Base, Abbott (Abbvie), Emco, Lovell VA, and Uline. My business has been established in the community for 26+ years. We provide PEACE OF MIND for working parents.
The...
5.0
"Avi aka THE PATCH has been with Susan for 2 years. Every morning she has a huge smile on her face and every evening gives hugs and kisses. Mrs. Susan is more then a daycare provider. Loves and cares for each and every child. Hands down she is the Best Provider in...
Kenyatta W
5.0
(2)
We stress the educational beginnings and individualized care that toddlers and preschoolers need to thrive outside the home. If you can't be with your child throughout the day you want to have them in a safe, caring, and educational environment, we're for you! With 20+ years of experience caring for...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Ms. Lisa for almost 3 years now, and she is always excited to go in the morning. She loves Ms. Lisa just like family and knows Ms. Lisa cares deeply for her, as well. They work on age-appropriate skills, such as shapes, colors, and the...
Nicole F
5.0
(1)
A NAEYC daycare/preschool that serves Natural & Organic foods. Also a proud participant in the Child Care Aware Military subsidy program.
Daycare Location - Once Upon A Time Daycare opened in August of 1990. Once Upon A Time is a infant/toddler daycare enrolling children from infancy to preschool...
5.0
"Both of our boys have been attending this daycare/preschool since they were 3 months old. Our children are treated like family here. The staff are wonderful with them. They learn as well as have fun every day!"
Melanie K
5.0
(3)
Family Daycare (Licensed).
We offer a 24-hour daycare service from 0 to 12 years old. We provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for your children. Experience in dealing with challenging behaviors. I have certificates in Child Development and Special Needs from Cerritos College, plus I have...
5.0
"Ms. Nisrin has made the transition easy for our baby and us. We feel like Ethan is in great caring hands. We feel so comfortable with Ms. Nisrin."
Laliani L
5.0
(3)
We are a preschool for toddlers and Kindergarten preparation.
Before and after school pickup available from Cook Elementary and Hilltop Elementary.
We are open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday and 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday.
Tutoring available!
Ask about our evening care!
5.0
"I was looking for quality care/preschool for my four year old and my neighbor told me about Busy Fingers. I was excited that they were just down the street from my house, which made it very convenient for me. They are all great with the kids. I love that they get...
April M
5.0
(4)
We provide an environment for infants, toddlers and preschoolers where learning is a joyous process.
We engage children with daily activities that stimulate their senses while enhancing their physical, intellectual and emotional development.
We are guided by the alphabet as we discover the world...
5.0
"Children's Quest is a hidden gem in Evanston. Meredith provided a loving, fun and safe space for our daughter to learn and grow. Every day was a new adventure, as she created the space, structure and consistency for our daughter to experience the arts, sciences,...
Sonya K
5.0
(1)
Here at T&C Playhouse our goal is to offer affordable daycare for parents and a fun, happy, and safe place to learn and grow at. We know that every child that comes to us to be watched is different and also learns differently so it is our goal to help them grow and learn to the best of our ability....
5.0
"We came across T&C Playhouse by pure luck and couldn't be happier. Our son has been with them since he was about seven months old. Christina and Tiffany take care of him as if he was one of their own. They are consistent about finding time to make it to the park...
Will
5.0
(1)
State licensed child care center.
7 educational classrooms
Young toddler (starting at 13 months)
Older Toddler
Preschool and School Age
Buses transport from Council Rock Elementary Schools to our large parking lot!
Large fenced in Playground
Highly Qualified teachers and Staff
5.0
"Beautiful school and great staff. Director is very nice and informative!"
Jayanthi
5.0
(2)
I have over 43 yrs experience with children from being one of the oldest of 5 children (I am an identical twin), and also working in my church in various positions with children as vacation bible school teacher/coordinator, and youth coordinator/ director. Also being a step mom, before I became a...
5.0
"Home away from home, is exactly as it sounds. Miss Nicole is very loving and compasionate. She has had my Daughter since she was 8wks old. Its a comforting feeling when you drop off your child to see such excitment from your child to see thier caregiver. She has...
Nicole M
5.0
(1)
Melody's Pond Preschool is now accepting new students
Ages: Infant-Kinder
Part-Time-Full-Time
Bilingual Preschool.
Open all year round
Mon-Fri 8am to 4pm
Located in San Pablo, off Richmond Parkway.
https://www.melodys-pond.com/
Mission Statement:
Melody's Pond Preschool is an...
5.0
"Our son is currently attending Melody's Pond and is doing excellent! He never wants to leave and loves his teacher dearly. It is nice to have the peace of mind while at work that your child is in great care and building a solid foundation for his future. Thank you...
Jamie J
5.0
(8)
Hello, my name is Tarra and I am a professional child development in-home provider located on the NW side of Cedar Rapids. I would love the opportunity to share what The Growing Patch has to offer to you and your family.
I have over 20 years of experience in the early childhood field and I...
5.0
"Like many other moms returning to work, from maternity leave, away from friends and family, I was incredibly nervous about the idea of leaving my infant in the care of a stranger. Our youngest had some health issues that Tarra was able to work with us to get her...
Jessica I
5.0
(1)
Ms. Dawn's Home Daycare is a place to grow and learn in a comfortable and loving environment.
20+ years of experience.
Associates in early childhood.
CPR certified.
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks served,
Daily toddler and preschool activities.
5.0
"Dawn has been a blessing to our family. I have seen such immense growth in my 5-year-old over the last year. From her speech to how she interacts with others outside of the home. From the moment you walk into the door you can feel the genuine love she has for all...
Amanda C
5.0
(2)
Children's Playhouse Daycare, Inc. is a warm, family oriented childcare center with a professional atmosphere.
We have two locations. Our Infant/Toddler location is located right next to our preschool location.
Both locations include all meals. Breakfast, Lunch and afternoon Snack are served...
5.0
"great facility, very happy with them :)"
Gautam G
4.8
(10)
I have a WA licensed family based home child care in Redmond, WA, close to Bellevue. We are located in a safe, quiet & beautiful neighborhood. I accept 3 months up to 5 year old kids. I cook homemade healthy foods everyday for daycare kids in a happy, clean environment. Potty training available for...
5.0
"We absolutely love Greenhouse daycare! Our daughter has been going here for almost a year, she started when she was three months old. It's comforting to know our daughter is in very caring hands while we are at work and we really like that this is a small family...
Kim A
5.0
(7)
Infant and Toddler Program
Healthy snacks & home cooked meals.
Creative activities including ABC's, numbers, colors, shapes, and arts & crafts.
Circle time, story time, songs, music & dance.
Learning programs which provide education in early child development.
Safe...
5.0
"Viv is fantastic! I wish I could pack her up & take her with our family when we move next month! She truly takes care of my babies (4 & 1) as if they were her own. Viv doesn't just "watch our kids" she is an educator as well, teaching them way more than I can in a...
Destiny M
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FAQs for finding toddler daycares near you in Columbia, CT
What is the average age range for toddler daycare near me in Columbia, CT?
Toddler daycares near you in Columbia, CT 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 Columbia, CT?
Generally, toddler daycare curriculum is based on learning through play. Learning activities at toddler daycares in Columbia, CT 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 Columbia, CT?
Choosing the right toddler daycare for your family near you in Columbia, CT 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.