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We have 27 after school programs in La Jolla, CA! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Nierman Preschool

4126 Executive Drive LA JOLLA, CA

2 mi

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Nierman Preschool uses an integrated early childhood model. With a nurturing environment that utilizes emergent curriculum and focuses on children’s interests and learning needs. Our primary goal is creating community through building trusting relationships with children, teachers, and families. We celebrate the joy of learning, intertwined with lasting friendships. We have created a safe, nurturing environment that offers opportunities for exploration and discovery, and are committed to providing access to programs for children with disabilities.
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Imagine Kids Planet Inc.

8320 La Jolla Scenic Dr N La Jolla, CA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Imagine Kids Planet, Inc located in La Jolla, CA provides educational childcare services to children between the ages of eighteen months and five years old. The center offers Toddler, Preschool, and After School Programs and uses the Reggio Emilia philosophy centered around child-led learning activities.
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POINT LOMA COMMUNITY CHURCH PRESCHOOL

2128 CHATSWORTH BLVD SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

8 mi

starting at
$1220/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
It is our goal to provide a well-planned, developmentally age-appropriate program for children, in a Christian atmosphere, taught by qualified and dedicated teachers. Our goal is to assist children in learning how to solve problems, build self-confidence, cooperation and a wholesome spirit of independence with an emphasis on Christian concepts.

Hannah M. says "we have our 4 year old son who is on his 3rd year. he is always very excited to start his day at the center, and very sad when its time to leave. The...

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Nese Kids Care

967 CAMINO DEL RIO SOUTH SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

8 mi

starting at
$1750/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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At Nese Kids Care, we provide exceptional early education for children as young as 6 weeks up to 5 years old. Our thoughtfully designed programs nurture each child's natural curiosity while building the foundation for lifelong learning. Currently enrolling 12mo and up. Currently accepting Infants (6wks-12mo) to waitlist for 2026.

Care Member says "Our son started at Nese Kids Care when he was just 10 weeks old--the youngest of all my children to ever begin daycare. I was nervous about leaving him...

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Community Adventures Preschool

3618 Bernwood Place. San Diego, CA

7 mi

Community Adventures Preschool is a licensed home-based preschool, located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, California. We maintain, at most, a 1:6 ratio so your child receives the individual care and education they deserve with an emphasis on social and emotional development. Our ratio is 1:3 or 1:4 in the mornings for our community adventures. An integral part of our program is the time we spend out and about in our community. Each day the children have the opportunity to explore nature and continue to develop their sense of curiosity about the world. Our space is within walking distance of a neighborhood park where the children have the freedom to play, explore, and get dirty. We are also within walking distance of a bluff and grassy area that overlooks the ocean, a library, multiple stores and restaurants, an elementary school, and more. We are active participants in the larger community around us. During these adventures, we maintain a 1:4 or lower ratio for the safety of the children. Our approach is play-based and we are inspired by the Reggio and RIE philosophies. Our curriculum is emergent - we believe children learn best when the curriculum is designed around their interests and they have the ability to freely explore and gain hands-on experience at their own pace. Our indoor environment is full of open-ended objects for children to develop their creativity and imagination. Our goal is to inspire a love of learning, rather than focusing on memorization. Our current program is designed for children 2 1/2 - 4 years old. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30AM to 4:30PM. We offer extended hours for an additional fee.
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Jennifer's Family Childcare

4471 Pocahontas Ave San Diego, CA

4 mi

Hi, my name is Jenny. I have been working with children for 30 years! Owning a Licensed family childcare for 20 years of it Lic# 3222010199. I take pride in the care I provide and seek to entertain the children I care for while providing an educational setting. Over the years, I have had infants come in and watched them grow into school age. During the years, I have relationships and lifelong friends I'll never forget. Children are what I have dedicated my life to the joy and fun they bring into my life is unending. My home has always been set up in a childcare setting. I take pride in the care I provide and always seek to keep children's heath and safety in mind. I look forward to extending the experience and dedication I have to your children! Thank you and God Bless.
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LePort Montessori Solana Beach

1010 Solana Drive Del Mar, CA

8 mi

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
LePort Montessori Solana Beach opened in September 2015 with Montessori programs for infants through sixth-grade. This is LePort s third Montessori school in North San Diego County. Since early 2014, when our elementary school in Carlsbad and our preschool in Encinitas opened, we've received many inquiries from local families in the Solana Beach area, who have hoped we'd be able to welcome their children into our LePort community. After the closing of Santa Fe Montessori (due to owners retiring), LePort is continuing the legacy at this beautiful property as LePort Montessori. We invite you to explore our programs and learn more about our philosophy and commitment to bringing the best Montessori education to every student and their family.
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Mortazavi Samar family homedaycare

6730 SOLTERRA VISTA PKWY SAN DIEGO, CA

9 mi

starting at
$1850/mo
Academic
Cooperative
International
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
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• Philosophy of my Childcare is for children to learn: - How to live in a peaceable environment. SOLVING). - How to resolve conflict peacefully (PROBLEM - How to appreciate diversity. - How their ideas are unique. - How to feel safe and confident _ promote their creative mind Learning how to live with others peacefully is an enormous challenge for all of us. The best time to begin this is from first year of life. The society is bombarding children with violence and undermining their development of positive social skills. At my childcare environment, everything is built around the child’s need in a very safe, nurturing, and comfortable relationship based on their individual needs. This program is very stimulating in areas of physical development, intellectual, social interaction, and emotional expression. Problem solving is the way to teach children to resolve conflicts by self- control, and be respectful to others, so this will happen through; ACTIVE LISTENING, NEGOTIATION, SETTING LIMITS, and AFFIR MATION. Active listening: Let children to express themselves, and think about their problem. Negotiation: Helps them listen to each other, and work together in a conflict situation. Setting Limits: To stay safe, and not to harm each other. Affirmation: Children need to know they are important as well as their words and emotions. It is essential for children to enjoy their environment (home, childcare setting, school...).Then they stretch their capacities for learning and use their intelligence Home Child Care is a form of self-employment that has no room for expansion due to licensing regulations. Unlike other businesses, there are no benefits like: retirement plan, health insurance, annual raises, or paid sick days. Childcare.
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Little Learners

10353 SAN DIEGO MISSION RD SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(2)

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Special needs
In-Home daycare
At Little Learners, your child is welcomed into a warm, inclusive space that feels like a second home. Through play, exploration, and connection, we support each child’s individual development while fostering creativity, confidence, and cooperation. Our nurturing educators promote a love for learning and work hand-in-hand with families to ensure every child thrives emotionally, socially, and academically.

Care Member says "“My child has had absolute amazing experience at daycare! The staff was attentive and caring, the activities were engaging and educational, and the...

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Nicole P

1770 Grand Ave., APT. C San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

4 mi

Hi parents! My name is Nicole, and I am 27 years old. I am an alumni of the University of San Diego (USD). I majored in psychology and minored in philosophy. I am enthusiastically looking for a family who is in need of a live-in nanny/ sitter/mother's helper/ errand runner! I am available to begin work February 16th, 2016. Background Info: I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas (so, yes, I do say the word "y'all" quite often)! I moved to San Diego, CA, in January 2007 to attend the USD. I spent six weeks in the summer of 2008 studying abroad in Guadalajara, Mexico, trying my best to perfect my Spanish. I consider myself to be fairly proficient in Spanish. I am mentioning this because I have always loved teaching people, no matter what age, and I would be more than willing to help your kid(s) engage in learning Spanish. I also play the piano. I took piano lessons for 12 years. In fact, I still have all my piano books from when I first began lessons (in first grade), so if you have a piano, I would be more than delighted to teach your children how to read music and play the piano. Ever since I can remember, I have always adored children. I love learning, and I think that may be one reason why I tend to relate to children so well. Kids are always wanting to learn, and they are never afraid to ask questions, such as why? and how come? I have always admired this. Too often, it seems as though people stop asking all the questions they want to know the answers to as they get older, and I feel this is terribly unfortunate. I began volunteering as a junior camp counselor throughout the summer preceding my sixth grade year, and I continued to volunteer there throughout middle school. This led me to complete a total of 900 hours of community service. Furthermore, I began being paid baby sitter when I was 12 years old. The summer leading into my freshman year of high school I cared for a family with three little girls, ages 6 months, 3 years old and 4 1/2 years old. With that being said, I have had much experience looking after multiple kids of different ages at the same time for an extended time. Moreover, when I was 14 years old, I began volunteering at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, where I became "sitter trained" and "child-life trained," which was mandated in order for me to become a qualified, certified sitter according to the hospital's standards. I am also CPR, AED, & First Aid certified for infants, adolescents, & adults.

Stefanie B. says "Nicole interviewed with me for a position that I did not end up filling. I was highly impressed with her communication skills in person, via email, etc....

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Kid Planet Daycare and Preschool

3159 N Mountain View Dr San Diego, CA

10 mi

Preschool
Child care
Kid Planet Daycare and Preschool provides a fun, enriching, and nurturing place for children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old. The school offers lots of play time and fun, educational experiences that help promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Kid Planet also offers after-school babysitting services for children up to 12 years old.
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Maria Montessori School

4544 Pocahontas Ave San Diego, CA

4 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
The Maria Montessori School in San Diego, California offers childcare and Montessori preschool education for three to six year-olds. Their programs provide activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They are open from Monday to Friday, from seven in the morning to five thirty in the afternoon, which includes the before and after school childcare hours.
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Playhouse Preschool

6545 Balboa Ave San Diego, CA

6 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Playhouse Preschool located at 6545 Balboa Avenue, San Diego, California, provides childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also provides before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Gluck Child Care Center

10660 John J Hopkins Dr San Diego, CA

4 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Gluck Childcare Center located at 10660 John J Hopkins Drive, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from six-forty-five AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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San Diego Surf School

4850 Cass St San Diego, CA

4 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
The San Diego Surf School in San Diego, California offers after-school surf programs and summer surf day camps to children from five to seventeen all year round. There is an instructor for every three campers. They have been in operation since 2000 and caters to all skill levels. Their program has been designed by Certified Athletic Trainers and is taught by instructors with EMT experience.
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Childtime-San Diego

8111 New Salem St San Diego, CA

8 mi

Preschool
Child care
Childtime based in San Diego, CA offers Infants, Toddlers, Early Preschool, Prekindergarten, Kindergarten Prep, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs. The center uses the Empowered Child Curriculum for children from 2 to 12 years of age. They are open Mondays through Fridays, 6:30 AM to 6 PM.
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Magic Hours

8330 Westmore Road San Diego, CA

8 mi

Child care
Magic hours located at 8330 Westmore Road, San Diego, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from six AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Soccer Shots San Diego Central Coast

4645 Ruffner StSte N San Diego, CA

6 mi

Preschool
Child care
Soccer Shots San Diego Central Coast in San Diego, California offers after-school and summer soccer day camps to children from three to ten years old. They focus on developing the campers' soccer skills, as well as character development. Instruction is age-appropriate. They hold classes in schools and in schools as an after school program.
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SANDY HILL NURSERY SCHOOL

1036 SOLANA DR SOLANA BEACH, CA

9 mi

starting at
$434/mo
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Established in 1966, Sandy Hill is nature based preschool located in North County San Diego which unites family participation and teacher expertise in a natural setting. Our play based philosophy supports children as they explore, grow and learn socially while building self confidence in themselves. We endeavor to provide all of our children with a responsive, nurturing, and stimulating environment, in which they can reach their full potential, as happy, competent, and productive human beings. We invite parents and families to volunteer in and out of the classroom so they can be part of their child's preschool experience. Sandy Hill is a community of like minded individuals with the well being of their child as a top priority.
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Wendy Stephens Little Steps

8872 Canis Lane San Diego, CA

8 mi

My daycare is small with a maximum of 8 children and two adults so your child will get the individual attention he or she needs. WEBSITE: https://littlestepsdaycare.shutterfly.com PASSWORD= littlesteps 6 yrs experience with in-home daycare, several years experience working with children ages 5 and under. Many references available upon request CPR/First Aid certified Insured More about my Little Steps Daycare and me: I am a former preschool teacher. I have taken all the necessary early childhood requirements for a preschool teaching certificate. I have worked at Baldwin Academy in Pacific Beach as a lead teacher for the 3-year-old class. I have experience in developing an academic plan for all ages according to their developmental stage, including toilet training. I also have worked for SAY San Diego, an after school program for elementary schools. For a time, I stopped teaching and went into the corporate world. I quit the corporate world to open a home daycare to provide the structured, positive environment I wanted for my children that seemed so hard to find in most in home daycares. A family childcare program should include a variety of developmentally appropriate activities, a mix of structured and unstructured activities, and be a loving environment--and my Little Steps Daycare is all of these things. I love all of my children in my daycare as if they were my own and want to ensure they have the best early years possible. (Three of my children are now successful students in elementary school and one is entering kindergarten.) I have switched my cleaning product to a natural much safer product. I am concerned with the chemicals that we use in our daily cleaning products. I am now using Melaleuca. "Melaleuca is serious about getting harmful and toxic ingredients out of your home. Melaleuca cleaning products use the best of science and nature to combine for the safest most effective cleaning." If you are interested in getting greener and healthier products let me know. Looking forward to helping your baby grow into a successful and confidant child. Wendy
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POINT LOMA COMMUNITY CHURCH PRESCHOOL

we have our 4 year old son who is on his 3rd year. he is always very excited to start his day at the center, and very sad when its time to...

- Hannah M.

Nese Kids Care

Our son started at Nese Kids Care when he was just 10 weeks old--the youngest of all my children to ever begin daycare. I was nervous about...

- Care member

Little Learners

“My child has had absolute amazing experience at daycare! The staff was attentive and caring, the activities were engaging and educational,...

- Care member

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in La Jolla, CA

After-school programs near you in La Jolla, CA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in La Jolla, CA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in La Jolla, CA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

To find a good after school program near you in La Jolla, CA, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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