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Cuddle Babies Infant Care

2057 White Alder Ln Vista, CA

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
In-Home daycare
About Us: Cuddle Babies is a licensed daycare with webcams, primarily focusing on infants 3 months to 36 months old. Our program is designed to give infants and toddlers the undivided attention they need to successfully reach their developmental milestones with lots of love, support and encouragement. We provide a warm,...
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Lambs of Faith Lutheran Early Childhood Center

700 East Bobier Drive Oceanside, CA

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Here at Lambs of Faith Lutheran preschool in Vista, CA, each child is valued and special in the eyes of God, and therefore cherished, valued, loved and led by kind adults. Children develop life-long relationships with Jesus in a Christ-centered environment. Teaching cooperation, working and playing with others, and...
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Kids Town Montessori

867 Sycamore Ave Vista, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Kid s Town Montessori School. KTMS is a family owned and operated Montessori pre-school offering part-time and full-time programs for children ages 1 to 9 years. Our educational childcare/daycare program offers emphasis on four areas: care of self and the environment, sensory and motor education, writing and reading, and math...
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Discovery Isle (Twin Oaks-San Marcos)

308 S TWIN OAKS VALLEY RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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...
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Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street - OLD DASHBOARD

777 TAYLOR ST VISTA, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Set in a calm and relaxing environment, our school offers children lots of space to be active. We develop the “whole child.” Our comprehensive arts-integrated educational program focuses on six key areas of development: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic. We provide customized learning...
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ENCINITAS SHINING STARS

511 ENCINITAS BLVD STE 114 ENCINITAS, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Child care
Preschool
Encinitas Shining Stars nurtures children in a joyful environment with a focus on Reggio Emilia methods.The programs focus on three key components of development - Physical, Social and Emotional, setting a foundation for children to explore, being inquisitive and confidentially express themselves and be a shining star of their...
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Step By Step Christian Montessori Preschool

755 Civic Center Dr. Vista, CA

Faith based
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Child care
"Montessori is an education for independence, preparing not just for school, but for life." -Maria Montessori Step By Step Montessori is composed of well qualified Christian Early Childhood Educators who are dedicated to the development of young children. Safety, a solid Christ centered foundation and mutual respect for the...
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Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in our students. Our...
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My Learning Tree Daycare

319 Mission Villas Rd. San Marcos, CA

Dear families, My name is Sarah, I am the proud owner of an in home family daycare, "My Learning Tree", that is licensed by the state of CA as well as insured. I have all my credentials, CPR certified, clear background check, and I have a medical background. Our hours are 7:30 am- 5:30 pm. All age groups are accepted...
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La Petite Academy of Vista, CA

725 Shadowridge Dr Vista, CA

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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Sweet Busy Bees Daycare/Preschool

1833 Ocenanside Blvd. Suite B Oceanside, CA

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
We provide care for children ages 18 months and up. Before and After school care, transportation available.
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The Garden Preschool

1930 Sunset Dr. Vista, CA

State license verified

Faith based
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 2 more
Our preschool offers a full curriculum inspired by Reggio Emilio in a warm play based garden setting. We will seamlessly weave our traditional preschool values and activities into our rich daily curriculum. We celebrate a love of learning and engage all children in discovery, language arts, math and science, practical life...
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Sunnyside Preschool

319 Mission Villas Rd Vista, CA

Specialties Sunnyside Learning Center is a local preschool in San Marcos that offers a nurturing, interactive and safe environment for your growing little one. Our environment is designed for your child to explore, to socialize, to learn self direction, to develop relationships with peers, and to become independent little...
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The Garden Schoolhouse LLC

Ivyglen Drive Encinitas, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
We offer a high quality, play- and nature-based early education program in Encinitas, CA. With a low teacher-to-child ratio and a unique home-meets-preschool setting, children ages 2-6 blossom while their families find the support and community they need to help them raise wonderful tiny humans.
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Creative Learning Center

650 DOUGLAS DR STE 101 OCEANSIDE, CA

Creative Learning Center (CLC) strives to create an environment which encourages and supports the full growth and learning potential of young children in all areas of development. The curriculum is designed to provide a balance of free choice and organized activities in a nurturing and creative setting. The primary aim of our...
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Kiddie Stars Inc.

621 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
At Kiddie Stars safety comes first! We go above and beyond making sure the environment is safe for all our children. We are licensed with the state of California which means we follow all the state regulations. When you walk into Kiddie Stars you are greeted by the children's artwork. Kiddie Stars shows off what the...
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Child care
Preschool
The Children's Paradise Preschool & Infant Center located at 145 N Melrose Dr, Vista, California provides high quality early learning and fun. The school offers age and developmentally appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children up to 12 years old. Children's Paradise provides a clean and...
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Coles Cottage Child Center, Inc.

505 Civic Center Dr Vista, CA

Child care
Preschool
Coles Cottage Child Center, Inc. in Vista, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from infants, toddlers, and preschool. The center provides...
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Intellichildren of San Marcos

212 W. San Marcos Blvd. San Marcos, CA

Intellichildren of San Marcos, is a comprehensive child care center offering care for children 6-weeks-old to 5-years-old. A new program was started in September, which also offers care for the school-aged child from kindergarten through fifth grade. We are within walking distance of San Marcos Elementary school, and is...
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SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER

178 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Preschool
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Carlsbad, CA

Child care centers near you in Carlsbad, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Carlsbad, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Carlsbad, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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