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Family Daycares in Melville, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares

Little Stepping Stones Group Family Daycare

Our 4 month old twins currently attend Little Stepping Stones. We could't be happier. Claudia and all of her staff are amazing and so...

- Missy A.

Lisa's Loving Care

Lisa's Loving Care is run by the most caring, trustworthy, and experienced professional. Lisa truly loves the children who attend her...

- Mary E

Miss Debbie's Daycare

Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a...

- Eileen T.

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Kidz Biz Inc.

14 Pineridge St Melville, NY

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Little Stepping Stones Group Family Daycare

265 N Pine Street Massapequa, NY

5.0(8)
A place where you can begin developing your child's education. A fun loving environment where your child is our #1 priority. Competitive prices, clean environment. Quality child care, where we make learning fun. We care for children 6 weeks to 12 years and our facility offers the following; - Full-time care - Part-time care -...

Missy A. says "Our 4 month old twins currently attend Little Stepping Stones. We could't be happier. Claudia and all of her staff are amazing and so attentive. The...

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Lisa's Loving Care

18 Stone Ln Levittown, NY

5.0(11)

State license verified

In-Home daycare
Lisa's Loving Care is a Group Family Day Care Home located in Levittown. At Lisa's, we offer a safe, loving, caring, and educational environment with experienced and warm staff. The children's days are filled with many activities such as circle time, music and movement, story time, math and reading skills, and free play. We...

Mary E says "Lisa's Loving Care is run by the most caring, trustworthy, and experienced professional. Lisa truly loves the children who attend her school. She carefully...

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Miss Debbie's Daycare

9 Berkshire Road West Babylon, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Debra Bonventre -Miss Debbie's Day Care New York State Licensed Child Care Provider. Member Child Care Council of Suffolk County. OCFS Fingerprinted and Background Checked CPR and First Aid certified. Over 240 hours of completed Child Care Training (with ongoing training). Miss Debbie's Day Care is insured with: A...

Eileen T. says "Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring,...

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Siennas Learning Center Iii

1434 Chicago Avenue Bay Shore, NY

5.0(2)
Sienna's Learning Center was founded over 20 years ago to offer quality child care for the community by two N.Y.S Certified Teachers.Our staff is 100% trained with all the necessary knowledge of Early Childhood Education including CPR and First Aid. Our staff is also fingerprinted and cleared by N.Y.S Office of Family and...

Nicole says "As new parents,, we had no experience with daycares. It was difficult to choose a location . WE wanted a place that would be safe, educational and close to...

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Very First Friends Daycare

142 W. Orange Street Brentwood, NY

5.0(1)
The early years of childhood are memorable and influential, making a permanent impact on how your child learns and interacts in the coming years. Our learning programs cover all the basic skills for learning that stimulate and encourage a child's young mind. Being licensed professionals, our standards aim high to provide your...

Sandra B. says "I have been taking my son to Very First Friends since he was 21/2 years old. He is now 11. Very First Friends is his second home. He STILL loves going...

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Wee Luv'em Day Care

12 Liberty Lane Northport, NY

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Wee Luv Em Day Care & Camp have been providing quality child care and camp experiences for children for over 25 years. We believe in working in partnership with families so that every child has a positive experience while in our care. We consider our center to be your child s home away from home. The Wee Luv Em Day Care...

Seema S. says "My 2 year old and my 4 year old have been here for one year. I'm truly almost in tears that we are moving away because I just don't think we will ever find...

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Lucia's Daycare

57 Gridley Street West Islip, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Hello, I am Lucia Pepitone, owner/provider of Lucia's Daycare. I am a Montessori trained teacher and together with my staff we have been providing excellent care for infants and toddlers since 2008. We follow Maria Montessori's teaching philosophy. She believed that young children posses an absorbent mind that benefits from a...

David says "What a great place! We have been sending our two daughters there for four years now and knowing when we drop off our kids that they are safe and learning is a...

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Kim's Playschool

921 Preston Rd East Meadow, NY

5.0(2)
Here at Kim's Playschool we teach while having fun. A structured yet friendly environment with nutritious snacks and meals provided. We encourage creativity during our craft and playtime. Kim will help with potty training along with helping your child prepare for kindergarten. 20 years NYS licensed and highly trained, reliable,...

Bonnie C. says "Kim's Playschool offers a creative curriculum that makes learning fun. The day is filled with a range of age-appropriate activities, offering a great...

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A Home Away From Home

14 Cross Ave Greenlawn, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

My name is Jessica and I am an in-home childcare provider. My center is located in my home in Greenlawn where your child will be cared for in a loving and nurturing environment. He or she will be guided through play and educational activities to help him/her learn and reach developmental milestones. Your child will learn the...

Cathrine A. says "My children have been going to Home Away From Home on school breaks and after school for about a year. Jessica is always professional, reliable and...

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Miss Thea's Creative Kidz Childcare Inc.

11 Harbour Rd Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
Miss Thea's Creative Kidz Child Care. High quality childcare at its best for working parents. Newly renovated/Celebrating our 12th year. Infants, Toddlers, Preschool 516-308-3274 917-304-5886 Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m., full 1/2 day program / Extended evenings available Quality educational experience NYS License Providers NYS...

Melissa says "Great place, warm and friendly family beautiful cozy setting. Fantastic staff . The place is terrific. Mrs. Thea and Mr. Garth are down to earth Christian...

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Hope And Future Daycare

15 North Street Glen Head, NY

5.0(1)
Hope and Future Daycare provides a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while encouraging social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. I am licensed and trained in CPR, First Aid and Health & Safety. I've also undergone Background and Fingerprint Clearance over the course 10 years as an administrator...

Nicholas F. says "I've had my son attending this daycare center for over a 6 monthss now. They are excellent and professional. Larger commercial daycare are great but...

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Creative Dreams Academy Day Care

3 Valley Ct Hicksville, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Creative Dreams Academy Day Care is accepting enrollment applications for children, ages 9 weeks to 12 years old. We are located on a quiet cul de sac block in Hicksville. Our day care is conveniently located 1.5 miles from the Hicksville Long Island Rail Road station. Creative Dreams Academy Day Care provides a safe...

Jeannine G. says "Miss Deana is by far the best daycare provider I have ever met . I searched for the right daycare in my area and found creative dreamers .. I am so glad...

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The Wright Academy

27 Jay St. Hicksville, NY

5.0(3)
Our mission is to develop young children with creative and active minds. We accomplish this by providing a unique and affordable child development program in a setting were students are able to experience through different activities such as Science, Math, Literacy, Art, Music, Dance, Sports, and Yoga. All in a safe, warm, and...

Tanya R. says "From our initial visit, I immediately felt comfortable and at ease with Ms. Griselda and so did my son (who had a very rough adjustment with his first...

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Murphy's Day Care

318 Audley Ct Copiague, NY

We have a Group Family Day Care. We have been in business for 28 years. We presently have openings for all ages. Affordable prices. Please call or email for more information.
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Lollipop's Day Care

42 Kenwood Avenue Massapequa, NY

Lollipop's Child Care 7 am to 5 pm Ages 6 weeks-12 yrs Before and after school program. Indoor and outdoor recreation. All meals and snacks included. Last minute calls & after hours. 1 hr,2 hrs,3 hrs ok. If you needed Shopping, gym, dr app. etc. DSS accepted. NYS. Lic. Run by a cert. Medical assistant with 19 yrs...
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Flor/Ashley's Little Day Care

73 Louisiana Avenue Bay Shore, NY

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
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Open Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm We accept children ages 6 weeks old to 12 years old We speak both English and Spanish Safe and healthy environment where children can learn and play! Group Family Day Care Licensed by New York State
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Clapping Hands Daycare

35 Acme Ave Bethpage, NY

State license verified

We are a loving, caring warm, Eco-friendly licensed group family home daycare, conveniently located in Bethpage NY area. Very clean environment. Dedicated to fostering an environment filled with developmental learning and exploring new things. We take kids from 6 weeks to 12 years old. Your child will participate in activities...
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Little Wonderland Daycare

20 Baldwin Street Farmingdale, NY

When your child enters Little Wonderland, they enter a place that fosters learning, individual expression and creativity. All this while providing them with individualized attention, in a warm, friendly, and fun family environment. We offer both full-time and part-time care. Full-time care is available 5 days a week. Part-time...
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Early Bird Academy

1388 Little East Neck Rd West Babylon, NY

At Early Bird Academy, the Reggio Emilia approach guides us on our mission to provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes knowledge and inspires a lifelong love of learning. Children will explore their senses through dramatic play, tactile experiences, outdoor activities and literacy based activities. Our facility...
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Melville, NY

When looking for a family daycare near you in Melville, NY, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.

When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Melville, NY, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.

When choosing family daycare near you in Melville, NY, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.

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