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1.Nierman Preschool

4126 Executive Drive LA JOLLA, CA

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2 mi

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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…
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Care Member says "From preschool to summer camp, my kids have truly loved every moment at the JCC. It has always felt like more than just a place to go—it’s like family. The inclusion program, the play-based learning, the traditions, and the fun, engaging environment all support growth in the most meaningful ways. The J is a place where friendships flourish and the community grows stronger together. My daughter already dreams of becoming a camp counselor one day because of the positive impact…
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7427 FAY AVENUE LA JOLLA, CA

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2 mi

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About Us *We accept the YMCA childcare program & Military childcare program** At La Jolla Village Montessori School, we believe that every child is naturally curious, capable, and eager to learn. The early years are a precious time of discovery, growth, and developing independence and we are honored to accompany each child along that journey. The Montessori Difference Our teachers serve as guides and observers, thoughtfully preparing the environment and offering individualized…
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Laverne G. says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about La Jolla Village Montessori! My daughter London absolutely loves going to school, and as a mother, there is no better feeling than knowing your child is happy, comfortable, and excited to go back every day. From the very beginning, the staff went above and beyond to make London feel welcomed, safe, and comfortable. Their kindness, patience, and genuine care have made such a difference in her experience. The school is extremely…
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13340 HAYFORD WAY SAN DIEGO, CA

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8 mi

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Carmel Valley Preschool has been a member of the community for nearly three decades. We are dedicated educators looking to help children learn and grow. *Our schedule options and all rates are available on our website cvpreschool.org Our program offers: Loving and experienced teachers Age-appropriate learning through play and exploration A faith-based environment that nurtures character and kindness Opportunities for creativity, discovery and friendships Separate classes for ages…
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Care Member says "CVPS is wonderful and caring environment for children. They have an excellent balance of learning and play, with teachers that truly care about your kids. "
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8748 GOLD COAST DRIVE SAN DIEGO, CA

7 mi

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Kiddies Korner Family Daycare provides a warm, safe, and nurturing home-like environment where every child receives personal attention and care. We combine the comfort of a family daycare with a structured preschool experience, including daily circle time, reading, art, music, dancing, and fun age-appropriate learning activities. Children also enjoy plenty of opportunities to play, socialize, and build confidence and independence. Our experienced and caring teachers focus on each child’s…
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6545 Balboa Ave St b SAN DIEGO, CA

5 mi

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Our caring, and experienced staff is dedicated to creating a safe, loving environment where infants and toddlers can grow, explore and learn. We follow your baby’s individual schedule, including feeding and napping routines. Stay connected through our app with your child’s day with daily photos and updates. Parents can also communicate directly with our staff through the app.
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8111 NEW SALEM ST SAN DIEGO, CA

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7 mi

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At Childtime of San Diego we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in San Diego, CA. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 8111 New Salem Street…
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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 moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"
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403 Camino del Rio South SAN DIEGO, CA

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8 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Our center serves the Downtown, Hillcrest, Mission Hills and Mission Valley communities. We are centrally located, making the commute for parents convenient and easily accessible just off the I-8. Our child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 6 years of age.
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Care Member says "Our son has been coming here for a few months now and we love it! He has made so many friends and truly enjoys going to "school". The teachers are so tuned to his needs and truly help him learn new skills. "
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967 CAMINO DEL RIO SOUTH SAN DIEGO, CA

8 mi

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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.
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Foucaud Way SAN DIEGO, CA

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9 mi

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Loving, Experienced home Daycare-Play-based Learning for All ages. With years of hands-on experience caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers , I offer a nurturing home daycare where every child is seen, supported and given room to grow at their own pace. My program is built around play-based learning, with daily circle time that introduces phonics, shapes, colors, continents, numbers in a fun , age -appropriate ways.Children also work on fine motor and hand eye coordination activities…
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Susie H. says "Fini's home daycare was exactly what I was looking for when my daughter was 14 months old. Upon recommendation from a local neighbor, I enrolled my daughter with plans to stay for about a year before sending her to a larger pre school. Well we decided to keep her with Fini longer for 3 years because of the care she received. First of all, Fini and her helper are so kind and caring. They treat each child with love and respect. Fini's home always felt safe and clean. She…
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Developmental (play-based)

6690 Mission Gorge Rd SAN DIEGO, CA

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10 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle Mission Gorge serves the Mission Gorge, Allied Gardens, San Carlos and Del Cerro communities. Centrally located off the I-15, our location is a short drive from Downtown San Diego. Our child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 6 years of age.
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Care Member says "My daughter is always happy in the mornings to see her teacher. When she comes home she tells me all of her classmates names and asks for them on weekends. I feel safe leaving here at learning jungle because everyone there is always happy to see her. They also provide snacks and lunch which is a huge plus"
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3844 Adams Ave SAN DIEGO, CA

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10 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle Adams is located in Kensington, right off the I-15, and serves the Kensington, North Park and Normal Heights communities. Our child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 6 years of age.
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Care Member says "Both of my children attend Learning Jungle, and we’ve had a great experience. It was the first place where I felt completely comfortable leaving my children, and every day I know that they are safe, cared for, and supported. The staff is receptive to feedback and is always available to answer calls throughout the day or speak with us in person when concerns arise. The teachers are amazing. They genuinely care about each child and take the time to understand their individual…
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12000 BLOCK CIJON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

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10 mi

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We are a licensed Family Home Daycare with a loving and educational environment. We provide all the meals breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner. Everything is home made nothing frozen or from a package. We teach our children in Spanish and English. We have been doing Daycare for 40years. We do dance, yoga, art and much more.
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Care Member says "Choosing Martha’s daycare has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our daughter! She started at just 6 months old and has thrived under the loving care of Martha and Brittany. We know she’s always well-fed, cared for, and most importantly, happy! From fun activities and adorable holiday photos to supporting important milestones, they truly go above and beyond. “Grandma Martha” has become part of our family, and we’re so grateful to have found such a loving home away…
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Daycares a little further away

10050 CARMEL MOUNTAIN RD SAN DIEGO, CA

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11 mi

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At La Petite Academy on Carmel Mountain Rd, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in San Diego, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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12668 SABRE SPRINGS PKWY SAN DIEGO, CA

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11 mi

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At La Petite Academy on Sabre Springs Parkway, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in San Diego, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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10125 Azuaga St SAN DIEGO, CA

11 mi

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Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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724 Quail St SAN DIEGO, CA

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13 mi

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Safe, loving home childcare with fun learning activities, nutritious meals, and personalized care for every child.
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520 Balour Drive ENCINITAS, CA

13 mi

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The Rhoades Preschool in Encinitas, CA is dedicated to providing the communities of Old Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain, Leucadia, La Costa, and Bressi Ranch with an educational experience grounded in academic excellence and genuine care. The right start can shape a lifetime of learning. At The Rhoades Preschool in Encinitas, we provide an inspiring early education experience where purposeful play, academic foundations, and character development come together in a nurturing…
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2353 BALBOA VISTA DR SAN DIEGO, CA

13 mi

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Hi, my name is Sahra, and I run Sahra’s Family Daycare here in San Diego! I've been caring for children for over 15 years, and one of the things I've always loved most about what I do is getting to know the children and families who become part of our daycare. At Sahra’s Family Daycare, we want every child to feel safe, loved, and comfortable, just like they would at home. We believe daycare is more than just a place to drop off your children. It's about building a community where families…
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5565 LAKE PARK WAY LA MESA, CA

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13 mi

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At Childtime of La Mesa we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in La Mesa, CA. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 5565 Lake Park Way to see…
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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 moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"

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Recent after school program reviews from local parents

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Nierman Preschool

From preschool to summer camp, my kids have truly loved every moment at the JCC. It has always felt like more than just a place to go—it’s…

- Care member

La Jolla Village Montessori School

I cannot say enough wonderful things about La Jolla Village Montessori! My daughter London absolutely loves going to school, and as a…

- Laverne G.

CARMEL VALLEY PRESCHOOL

CVPS is wonderful and caring environment for children. They have an excellent balance of learning and play, with teachers that truly care…

- 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.

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