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Drop-In Daycares are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 19,697 reviews of the 43,706 listed drop-in daycares

6193 - Tutor Time of Dublin

We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough....

- Nicole P.

6194 - Tutor Time of Powell

We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough....

- Nicole P.

0220 - Childtime on Honey Creek Road

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...

- Mary G.

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6193 - Tutor Time of Dublin

6365 EMERALD PKWY DUBLIN, OH

5.0(1)

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Check out our school-age program reduced rates! Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their...

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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THE PREMIER SCHOOL

1229 HILL RD N PICKERINGTON, OH

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starting at
$200/mo
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6194 - Tutor Time of Powell

3731 DISCOVERY LN POWELL, OH

5.0(1)

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Check out our school-age program reduced rates! Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their...

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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6704 - Creative Kids - Henderson

501 HARRIS ST HENDERSON, NV

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For almost 40 years, Creative Kids Learning Centers have been providing the highest quality child care and early education environment for children in the Las Vegas area. Our schools are proudly accredited by NECPA (National Early Childhood Programs Accreditation), having met more than 250 high-quality indicators in the areas of...
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0220 - Childtime on Honey Creek Road

3912 HONEY CREEK RD MODESTO, CA

5.0(1)

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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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0502 - Childtime on West Portage Trail

186 PORTAGE TRAIL EXT W CUYAHOGA FLS, OH

3.0(2)

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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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MS. PANDA'S PLAY & LEARN CHILDREN'S CENTER NORTH

285 N 2ND ST HARRISON, MI

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Ms. Panda's Play & Learn Children's Center is a learning center for children from birth to preschool age! Children enrolled in Ms. Panda's receive development-appropriate curricula that align with Michigan Infant/toddler or Preschool state standards implanted by highly educated staff. Families enrolled in Ms. Panda's are also...
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0512 - Childtime on White Pond Drive

555 WHITE POND DR AKRON, OH

5.0(1)

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Check out our school-age program reduced rates! 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...

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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Community Day Care Center Inc

1100 W GWENDOLEN AVE PAMPA, TX

5.0(1)

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Community Day Care Center, Inc. 1100 Gwendolen offers Birth to Three year old's a unique opportunity to learn through play. The low child to staff ratio supports one-on-one experiences as the children grow. We have highly trained staff that transition with your child from infancy to three years old. The continuity of care is...

Jordan D. says "Community Day Care Center has been great! I have no complaints "

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Step Ahead Childcare Center

280 CARDINAL LN GREEN BAY, WI

5.0(2)

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Tara L. says "We have been bringing our almost two year old to Step Ahead since she was 12 weeks old and feel more like we’re dropping her off with family than at a...

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7718 - GSA Baltimore

31 HOPKINS PLZ STE G300 BALTIMORE, MD

5.0(1)

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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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Peace Lutheran School

3249 WINDMILL POINT BLVD KISSIMMEE, FL

5.0(1)

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Joni S. says "My children attend there my oldest for about 10 years and my youngest for 5 years. We love it, it's an excellent place and we drive 40 minutes there, we're...

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THE GODDARD SCHOOL

8547 E US HIGHWAY 36 AVON, IN

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starting at
$1200/mo
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Summerfield Child Care Center

74 SUMMERFIELD DR UNIT B UNIT B HOLTSVILLE, NY

5.0(2)

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starting at
$1875/mo

Melissa C. says "My children attend here and they are a phenomenal daycare center!"

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3229 - The Children's Courtyard on S. Walnut Avenue

1429 S WALNUT AVE NEW BRAUNFELS, TX

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At The Children's Courtyard, your child is given plenty of room to excel. With state-of-the-art equipment and a refined atmosphere, our campus-like, two-building facilities offer plenty of room for your child to think big and become the best possible version of him or herself. Here, your child will learn alongside other...
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7722 - La Petite Academy of Owasso

13620 E 103RD ST N OWASSO, OK

5.0(1)

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We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

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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6708 - Creative Kids - Centennial Hills

8355 FARM RD LAS VEGAS, NV

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For almost 40 years, Creative Kids Learning Centers have been providing the highest quality child care and early education environment for children in the Las Vegas area. Our schools are proudly accredited by NECPA (National Early Childhood Programs Accreditation), having met more than 250 high-quality indicators in the areas of...
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SMARTKIDS CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER MEADOWLANDS

340 MEADOWLANDS BLVD WASHINGTON, PA

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starting at
$215/mo
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Kids Corner Learning Center

716 APPIAN WAY EL SOBRANTE, CA

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At Kids Corner we plant the seeds for early learning. Our goal is to provide a place where children learn the wonders of the world and teachers prepare the next generation for future success. We focus on the individual child and how s/he lives within a group, and believe in strong connections with each child’s family.
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YMCA of the Greater Tri-Cities

6011 W 10TH PL KENNEWICK, WA

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The YMCA of the Greater Tri-Cities is proud to offer the School-Age Child Care (before & after school) program, to youth in the Kennewick School District in kindergarten through 5th grade. All of our child care sites are licensed by the State of Washington and accept state subsidy (DCYF) payments. For a complete list of site...
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FAQs for finding a drop-in daycare near you

Drop-in daycare is a helpful alternative for parents who need occasional, short-term child care, or often need care without much notice. It provides a safe and supervised environment for children across many age ranges. Different drop-in daycares may offer different services such as arts and crafts projects, snack time, music or dance activities, or even field trips! These drop-in centers are sometimes open late into the evening, and they usually require no reservation beforehand, making drop-in daycare a fantastic last-minute solution.

Drop-in daycare provides families with increased flexibility and convenience in child care arrangements. The as-needed basis without having to commit to a full-day or multi-day program is also often more affordable than other types of child care, while still providing access to quality care in a safe, structured environment. Additionally, drop-in daycare centers are great for parents who need occasional child care when their regular sitter is unavailable.

Figuring out how to find a good drop-in daycare center is easy with the help of Care.com. You can compare profiles for all drop-in daycares near you, can check out their rates, and can even read reviews from other parents.

Generally, drop-in daycares are open on weekdays and some weekends, between the hours of 6:30 AM and 6:00 PM. It is important to contact your local drop-in daycare provider to confirm the exact hours of operation, as they may vary.

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