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7729 - La Petite Academy of New Albany

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7756 - River Valley Montessori of Excelsior

My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so...

- Mayah C.

Fine Futures Early Childhood Education

My daughter likes going, and all the staff are very nice. I really like it!

- Nilton O.

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7729 - La Petite Academy of New Albany

10102 WOODCREST WAY NEW ALBANY, OH

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Check out our school-age program reduced rates! What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Sunshine And Giggles LLC

330 MADISON ST UNION CENTER, WI

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
We are a licensed center serving children 6 weeks to 12 years. We offer an educational experience while allowing children to be children. Our meals are nutritious and filled with a variety of food.
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GOLDEN RULE DAYCARE

306 SE TRINITY AVE WILBUR, WA

State license verified

starting at
$660/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Golden Rule Childcare Center is licensed to care for children between the ages of 3 months and 12 years. The Center takes full-time, part-time and school-aged children. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows and the child has all registration papers completed and on file with the Center. Information about childcare subsidies is...
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Lightbridge Academy of Ramsey

14275 St. Francis Boulevard NW RAMSEY, MN

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Waldorf
Montessori
+ 3 more
Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the...
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7756 - River Valley Montessori of Excelsior

810 Excelsior Blvd  EXCELSIOR, MN

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Don’t need full-time care? We’re here for drop-in needs with Flex Care! At River Valley Montessori, your child will experience a hybrid learning environment that blends Montessori materials with our unique Learn From The Start and Learn As We Grow curriculum, with specialized curriculum and developmentally appropriate programs...

Mayah C. says "My daughter has been going to this school for almost 2 years and every day I am blown away by the level of care she is in. She feels so loved by her...

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Fine Futures Early Childhood Education

109 MAIN ST DENNIS, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Special needs
+ 5 more
We are a smaller program that offers customization, to provide individualized care for each child’s needs to help them reach their next milestone. Our program follows the High Scope philosophy which children actively learn through play. The teachers create a classroom that promotes children’s growth, encourage independence and...

Nilton O. says "My daughter likes going, and all the staff are very nice. I really like it!"

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Brella Hollywood

909 N ORANGE DR LOS ANGELES, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2500/mo
Reggio emilia
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
Montessori
+ 3 more
Brella is a modern early education program serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. Our approach is research-backed and play-based, creating joyful learning experiences that nurture social-emotional growth, creativity, and kindergarten readiness. Families choose Brella for our flexible scheduling options, including...
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Heartworks Winchester

20 WHITE ST WINCHESTER, MA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Heartworks Early Education in Winchester, MA Heartworks Winchester offers the early learning experience you're looking for, whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that go beyond traditional daycare. Our high-quality care provides both full-time and part-time options,...
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4906 - Everbrook Academy of Albertville

6896 LAKETOWNE PL NE ALBERTVILLE, MN

5.0(1)

State license verified

Don’t need full-time care? We’re here for drop-in needs with Flex Care! Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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0261 - Childtime of Granite Bay

8544 AUBURN FOLSOM RD GRANITE BAY, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
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...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Little Sprouts Marlborough

2 MOUNT ROYAL AVE MARLBOROUGH, MA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Marlborough, MA Little Sprouts Marlborough offers the early learning experience you’re looking for, whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that go beyond traditional daycare. Our high-quality care provides both full-time and...
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Building Blocks Middletown

800 EAST ST MIDDLETOWN, CT

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Building Blocks Early Learning Center in Middletown, CT Building Blocks offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care...
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Norwich Family YMCA (Childcare programs/Youth Development)

68 N BROAD ST NORWICH, NY

State license verified

starting at
$190/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The Norwich Family YMCA is a community not for profit organization that has been providing community programs and services for 162 years. The YMCA offers New York State Certified After School Childcare programs in four locations including: the Norwich YMCA, Holy Family School-Norwich, Greene Central School, and Oxford...
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VINCO ACADEMY

21 COMMUNITY DR EASTON, PA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$275/mo
Special needs
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
Vinco Academy is an innovative early-learning center for children aged 2 to 5 years old. Located in the Palmer Township, we offer flexible scheduling options and a secure facility with advanced security measures. Our Academy emphasizes play and exploration as the best way for children to learn. With experienced educators, we...

Care Member says "Vinco Academy has been wonderful for my child. My son enjoys going to learn through play and be with his friends. His teacher is very sweet and...

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Bubbles, Bears to Books- Southpointe

657 MORGANZA RD CANONSBURG, PA

State license verified

starting at
$820/mo
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
It is the mission of Bubbles Bears to Books Inc. to provide a quality, all-inclusive, child-focused early learning center that helps children to develop socially, physically, emotionally and cognitively under the care and guidance of our well-trained staff and within a caring, warm and safe environment for children to enjoy...
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SMARTKIDS CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER BEAU

161 W BEAU ST WASHINGTON, PA

4.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 1 more
SmartKids is a 4 Star Center in the State of PA. Our facility offers bright classrooms, a private playground and an indoor Gym. Your child will develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. We have certified Early Childhood teachers and use the Creative Curriculum. We follow all PA Standards.

Dani M. says "My son has been there for about 3 years. The facility itself, they done a lot of things to accommodate my son behavior issues. The staff do a great job with...

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7322 - La Petite Academy of Mill Creek

13231 BOTHELL EVERETT HWY MILL CREEK, WA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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DAYS R BRIGHT ACADEMY

215 OLD LOGANVILLE RD LOGANVILLE, GA

State license verified

starting at
$1092/mo
International
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
Quality Rated • Small Group Care • Home-Like Learning Environment Days R Bright Academy is a Quality Rated early education academy located in the heart of Loganville, designed for families who want more than basic childcare. We provide a warm, nurturing, and structured environment where children are known, supported, and...
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Lightbridge Academy of Warren

181 MOUNT BETHEL RD WARREN, NJ

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the...
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PANDA CHILDREN'S CENTER

2124 TARAVAL ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2560/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Panda Children's Center offers both at our fun-filled yet educational preschool in San Francisco, CA. With a stellar ratio of 1 teacher for every 6 students, we provide every child with the attention they need to thrive. This ensures the best possible development for the mind and body as well as complete safety. In addition to...
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drop-in child care offers an alternative form of child care services, allowing parents to bring children to a facility on an as-needed basis to receive quality engaging and enriching activities. Drop-in child care provides parents with needed flexibility and assurance that their child will be well cared for without the commitment of enrolling in a longer-term program. Drop-in centers frequently offer activities such as age appropriate games, sports, arts and craft projects, and educational programs. Programs are often available for different age groups so that siblings may be able to participate together. Drop-in centers are becoming increasingly popular due to the benefits they provide for busy parents who need reliable child care in a pinch.

Drop-in child care can be an incredibly useful resource for busy families. Not only does drop-in child care offer flexible hours, meaning you can drop your child off when it works best for the family’s schedule, but you also don’t need to be a member of the center or make reservations in advance. Drop-in centers typically offer child care options by the hour or day which allows parents to rest assured that their children are safe and well taken care of while they complete errands or attend appointments. drop-in child care also offers security and peace of mind. Most drop-in centers have cameras installed in every room where children are supervised so that parents can rest assured knowing that their children are monitored at all times in a safe environment. Furthermore, drop-in child care is often affordable and costs less than typical weekly or monthly costs associated with other child care centers.

Drop-in child care is a great option for parents who need periodic child care for their children. Drop-in child care is typically provided at daycare or preschool centers and can be used to supplement other child care arrangements or as a one time solution during times of busy schedules when regular care would be difficult to arrange. Drop-in child care varies in terms of hours and days offered, but usually provides some flexibility in terms of drop off and pick up times as well as daily rates. It should be noted that drop-in child care is often only available for children over the age of two, so parents with infants should investigate other options that may better suit their needs.

A drop-in child care centers should provide parents and guardians with a list of any necessary supplies, ranging from naptime blankets to lunches and diapers. As a general rule, however, it's important to be prepared for anything when bringing children to a drop-in child care center. For example, bring enough diapers and formula (if needed), a few non-perishable snacks, a favorite toy or blanket, wipes and creams for diaper rash, and a change of clothes in case of accidents.

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