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Kids Will Be Kids Family Daycare

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Port Orchard, 98367
Washington, USA
Debbie
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+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"Kids Will Be Kids is the ultimate gem for childcare. There is something extraordinarily special about Debbie and the magical world she creates in her home for children. Our son wakes up every morning excited to go play and learn in his wonderland. We love the name of Debbie’s place because literally, kids get to be kids, and we admire how much imagination shines through and the hands on learning that happens.

The children eat so many homemade meals they get to help prepare. Everyone gets their own special birthday party. There are many themed parties throughout the year and summertime is so fun! Outdoor play is far from limited all year long. Lesson plans are creative and often include crafts - again lots of hands on learning!

Everyone who attends are good friends, regardless of age. They all grow together, play together and teach each other and it’s so cool to watch the older kids integrate with the littles as heroes and mentors.

Finding a safe and loving environment for our children is an extremely high priority, as I am sure for any parent. Debbie and her family have become our family and I know our son is ultimately getting the best care and needs met in their hands. It’s such a nurturing and an incredible place to grow up. I highly recommend Kids Will Be Kids."
Aly R (107.77.90....), Jan 30th 2020
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"I had the pleasure of having my Grandson taken care of by Miss Debbie and Mr Rick. They made him feel very welcome and treated him with love and kindness...just like family!! I would bring my Grandson back to them if the need ever came up again.
Very thankful for people like Miss Debbie and Mr Rick, who open their home to care for our children and Grandchildren!!!"
Sheryil Griffin (65.102.139....), Feb 10th 2019
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"Kids Will Be Kids is a wonderful in home day care that provides a warm family friendly environment for the children in their care. Debbie Lear and her husband Rick do an amazing job not only taking care of the children, but in teaching and providing a safe environment for children to play, explore and learn. Our son has been going to the Lear’s daycare for almost 4 years now. He looks forward to playing with his friends and learning during preschool time. The Lear’s have an amazing fenced playground that is surrounded by trees allowing the children plenty of fresh air to enjoy play time.
Among the benefit Kids Will Be Kids provides is the flexibility with parent’s schedules. My wife is an on call nurse and often her schedule changes with short notice. Debbie has worked with us on the flexibility we need that other centers would not. The Lear’s are very approachable and will take the time to listen and address any concern or question you might have for them. Overall The Lear’s have done and continue to an amazing job watching over the children in their care. I would recommend Kids Will Be Kids to friends, family and I recommend this daycare to anyone reading this.

Sincerely,
Richard J Williams"
Richard J Williams (98.125.233....), May 25th 2016
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"Kids will be Kids Family Daycare is wonderful. My 2 kids have been attending for three years. Debbie is warm and attentive. The kids are part of their daycare family. They started full time (pre-schoolers) and now are before and after school. Debbie makes holiday parties and birthday parties a very big deal. The kids are walked to and from school, and are fed home cooked meals and treats. The kids look forward to "off school" days so they can have the whole day adventure! Rick taught my son how to play chess, and Debbie is always up for playing board games. We are soooo happy and fortunate to have them in a loving caring envioronment and can't say enough good things about our kids care."
Dawn (72.160.98....), Feb 26th 2016
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"Kids Will Be Kids Family Daycare is fantastic! Our 3 year old son has been attending full time since he was a baby and our infant daughter will be starting in a few weeks, and we couldn’t be happier. Debbie is warm, nurturing, engaged and fun, and you can see her genuine care in everything she does to make the time with our children the best experience possible. She is helping our son grow and is giving him the tools so he will be more than ready for school. Our son is excited to go to Debbie’s each morning and we both smile the whole way home reviewing all the fun he had. We just love her and feel so lucky to have found such an amazing daycare. We would highly recommend Kids Will Be Kids Family Daycare to any parent looking for a flexible and supportive environment to care for their child!"
Caitlin B. (24.113.170....), Feb 10th 2016
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"We can't say enough good things about Debbie and Rick at Kids Will Be Kids. We have been with them since 11/2012. We have two boys, now 8 and 4.

Debbie has a kind and patient soul that has a natural talent for reaching children on a level they understand and respond to.

Our oldest son has struggled with daycare providers. He does not conform to the stringent schedules and boxes most providers try confining him to. Debbie is very patient and finds ways to actively and effectively engage and work with him so that he is happy, learning, and safe, and the kiddos are too.

Our youngest son is participating in her preschool program. He is actively learning all those critical foundational and social skills to prepare him for kindergarten, and he is loving it.

As a self-admitted helicopter mom, I was concerned about an in-home day care setting. We’ve never been left stranded, and the very minimal ‘days-off’ are scheduled well in advance. This is also their home. And it is like a second home to the children. This is a place the children feel safe to ‘be kids’. It’s not fancy, but it’s clean, comfortable, and it’s clear that this is a great place for children.

Thank you Debbie and Rick for loving our children in such a wonderfully wholesome and meaningful way."
Mitchell (152.132.10....), Sep 18th 2014
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"Our two year old daughter has been going to Debbie now for about 6 months. She loves it there, it is hard to get her to leave and come home with me :) Kids will be Kids is a warm, caring environment where my daughter has flourished! Debbie has also been extremely flexible with our ever changing schedule. I recommend Kids Will be Kids to everyone!"
Jenni (24.113.69....), Dec 20th 2012
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"My children have been going to Kids will be Kids daycare for about 3 years now. Debbie provides exceptional care, great communication, and most importantly makes my boys feel safe and loved. I have tried a few other daycare providers in the past; Kids will be Kids daycare is hands down the best daycare provider I have found. I have peace of mind that my boys are safe, loved and having a good time while I’m working. I highly recommend Kids will be Kids daycare."
Anonymos (24.113.109....), Nov 18th 2011
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"My daughter Gina has been going to Kids will be Kids for 8 years!!! She was 2 years old when we began. Gina now goes for "after school care" and still LOVES it.

Every Holiday Debbie has an Amazing party for the kids...St. Pattys, Easter, 4th of July, Halloween...you get the picture. And in the summer, there's all kinds of fun outdoor games and kiddie pools and the Summer Treasure Hunt where all the kids dress as pirates and debbie hides clues and treasures. Makes me wish I was still a kid.

She is my childs second mom! She makes chocolate chip waffles on Late Start Wednesday, bakes for every kids birthday and throws a party, was able to get my picky eater to try a bean, and the best part...Debbie loves my kid. She is able to manage back-talk, fibbing, and squables with amazing tactics only an expert kid-wrangler could master...I'm still trying to master that trick.

Debbie's whole family is amazing! The center is safe, right behind the school (walking distance) and is run by a loving and crazy-fun family. I HAPPILY pay for daycare because I know my kid couldn't be in a better place and it eases my guilt that I can't be home after school for her.

Thanks Kids will be Kids!
Your NUMBER 1 FAN!
Anna C."
Anna Cartwright (24.113.80....), Nov 9th 2011
+3 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"Debbie is an amazing provider. she is soo good with the kids and very helpful and accomadating when unexpected situations arise. I am so very thankful to have found her and that my son loves going to daycare. she spends time with them during the school year to help the ones not in school yet prepare and feel like they are in school (doing activities). I reccomend her anytime i can!!"
Monika.. (71.216.182....), Aug 5th 2011
+4 Childcare provider: Debbie

I obtained services from this family / home daycare and I find that:

"From the moment we interviewed Debbie we knew we had found a loving caring environment for our baby. Our baby was only 4 months old when she began her daycare experience. She is now almost 3.5 years old and Kids Will Be Kids is the only daycare she has ever attended. What a wonderful find Kids Will Be Kids was for us!

Allison has learned so much from this experience. She is kind and funny. She knows how to wait her turn and how to share. She is learning to be a respectful child and is making friends already. Miss Debbie does a wonderful job with the hearts and minds of children.

I would recommend Kids Will Be Kids for anyone looking for a GREAT daycare for developing youngsters."
Patti Busch-Burns (174.17.215....), Mar 19th 2011
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