Home Daycares in Vancouver
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Small-scale child care programs near you
When smaller is better, home daycare is the best. Find great options for infants & toddlers near you.
Ms. Hawoluul
Play-Based LearningChildren and parents love Ms. Hawoluul’s daycare in Seattle for its small-scale, personal feel. Fully licensed by the state, her program focuses on infants and toddlers, and the mixed-age range helps children learn to socialize in a small group setting. Parents often prefer home daycare when looking for options that are closer to home, where they can develop a long-term relationship with the provider. Many come to see the provider as an extension of the family, leaning on them for advice on all sorts of parenting questions. Check out Ms. Hawoluul’s full profile and take the survey to see if she is a good match for your family.
Ms. Lisa
Montessori ApproachChildren and parents love Ms. Lisa’s daycare in Hayward for its small-scale, personal feel. Fully licensed by the state, her program focuses on infants and toddlers, and the mixed-age range helps children learn to socialize in a small group setting. Parents often prefer home daycare when looking for options that are closer to home, where they can develop a long-term relationship with the provider. Many come to see the provider as an extension of the family, leaning on them for advice on all sorts of parenting questions. Check out Ms. Lisa’s full profile and take the survey to see if she is a good match for your family.
Ms. Sonia
Montessori ApproachMs. Sonia’s home daycare in Santa Clarita caters to infants and toddlers, ages 3 months–6 years. As with every California daycare on NeighborSchools, her program is licensed by the Office of Early Childhood. That way you know providers have completed a 3-part background record check, and that their home environments have passed a detailed health and safety inspection. Ms. Sonia’s daycare is a great option for parents that want that small-scale, personal feeling with a daycare provider you can develop a real relationship with. Take the survey to see if she has a spot that works for you or check out the full profile for more details.
Ms. Majdoleen
Play-Based LearningChildren and parents love Ms. Majdoleen’s daycare in El Cajon for its small-scale, personal feel. Fully licensed by the state, her program focuses on infants and toddlers, and the mixed-age range helps children learn to socialize in a small group setting. Parents often prefer home daycare when looking for options that are closer to home, where they can develop a long-term relationship with the provider. Many come to see the provider as an extension of the family, leaning on them for advice on all sorts of parenting questions. Check out Ms. Majdoleen’s full profile and take the survey to see if she is a good match for your family.
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Vancouver
Most parents don’t know that home daycare is regulated by the Dept. of Children, Youth & Families, just like the big preschool centers.
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Other daycares near Vancouver
All of these nearby daycares are licensed by the Dept. of Children, Youth & Families. While they don’t work with NeighborSchools, you can visit the government website here to try to contact them directly.
Leasa Ripplinger
VANCOUVER, WA
License # PL-7613
Licensed for 12 since 1992
Leasa Ripplinger runs a licensed Family Child Care program in VANCOUVER. As with all home daycares in Washington, her program is licensed by the Dept. of Children, Youth & Families, which ensures that she has completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. Home daycares like this are a great option for parents looking for small-scale, personalized child care.
Corinna Mkwananzi
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-12356
Licensed for 12 since 2014
This home daycare in Vancouver is led by Corinna Mkwananzi, a licensed Family Child Care educator. By choosing licensed child care, you can rest assured that the provider has passed a government-issued background record check, and that the home daycare environment has been inspected by the state licensing department. With a maximum of just 12 children, this program is a good option for parents close to home near Vancouver.
Jovelyn Epperson
7901 SE Middle Way, Vancouver, WA
License # PL-81537
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Home daycares like Jovelyn Epperson’s are a favorite with parents who want a small-scale child care program near Vancouver. All daycares on NeighborSchools are fully licensed, so you know they’ve passed a background record check and educators have completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. This daycare takes just 12 children, so each child gets lots of individualized care while learning to socialize in a small group setting.
Karen Ferguson
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-80269
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Family child care provider Ms. Karen runs this daycare out of her home in Vancouver, Washington. She is licensed by the state to care for up to 12 children, which means she has completed required trainings and continuing education hours. Family child care programs can be a great fit for parents that want their child to get lots of individualized care and attention.
atsuko layman
12701 NE 37th Street, Vancouver, WA
License # PL-10164
Licensed for 6 since 2012
A small, local home daycare in nearby Vancouver, Washington led by Ms. atsuko. Many parents choose home daycares because the small group sizes can be great for infant and toddler development, and they are often more affordable than preschool centers. This child care program takes just 6 kids.
Nana Sulima
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-1903
Licensed for 12 since 1996
Parents looking for a small-scale child care often prefer home daycares, like this one with Ms. Nana in Vancouver, Washington. Better ratios, more flexible schedules, and lots of love for the little ones are the keys. Most daycares take a mix of ages, which helps with childhood development as infants learn from toddlers, and the preschoolers act as role models for the babies. And this daycare takes a maximum of 12 kids total!
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Martha Piper
2809 NE 158th Ave, Vancouver, WA
License # PL-80402
Licensed for 12 since 2016
Amanda Shoptaw
4518 NE 141st Ct, Vancouver, WA
License # PL-81024
Licensed for 6 since 2021
Lucero Zarate Luna
4809 E 18th Street, Vancouver, WA
License # PL-81843
Licensed for 6 since 2022
Sally Rose
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-14565
Licensed for 12 since 1988
Julie Lindberg
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-9129
Licensed for 6 since 1994
Deborah Hayford
VANCOUVER, WA
License # PL-28531
Licensed for 12 since 1995
Maryjane Shearer
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-23504
Licensed for 12 since 1997
Deidre Mendoza
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-3296
Licensed for 10 since 2008
Galina Melvin
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-13256
Licensed for 8 since 2012
Anna Roller
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-222
Licensed for 12 since 1990
Laura Hoseney
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-14655
Licensed for 12 since 1989
Hannele La France
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-15784
Licensed for 12 since 1993
Holly Johnson
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-23157
Licensed for 8 since 1996
Melinda McGuffey
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-17311
Licensed for 8 since 1998
Melissa Melhorn
VANCOUVER, WA
License # PL-10496
Licensed for 12 since 2003
Alice Rigley
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-79320
Licensed for 12 since 2018
Sandra Bottemiller
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-6143
Licensed for 12 since 2013
Maria Mendoza
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-10538
Licensed for 12 since 2002
Jennifer Mott
VANCOUVER, WA
License # PL-4559
Licensed for 12 since 2005
Rachel Antilla
8701 NE Benton Dr., Vancouver, WA
License # PL-79801
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Diana Hash
Vancouver, WA
License # PL-1879
Licensed for 8 since 1998
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