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Nicole's Little Ducklings

5.0

My daughters have been going to Nicole's for a few months now and Nicole and her family are absolutely amazing! Nicole is very experienced and loves what she does, and it definitely shows in the care she provides to my daughters. She does her absolute best to make sure that their needs are being...

- Jessie H

Academy of Play

5.0

Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly and able to answer all my questions. The teachers were so nice as well and all the kids...

- Andrea O

Pepper Valley Learning Center Inc

5.0

Love Love Love this place. My son attended school here for almost 2 years! They even help get him potty trained! Very reasonably priced and they get hot lunch and snacks during the day! I felt like I was bringing my son to a family member not a daycare! They have great programs to choose from and...

- Galin C

Child care centers in El Cajon, CA

Nicole's Little Ducklings

Nicole's Little Ducklings

9041 El Dorado Parkway, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $14/hr

5.0

(4)

Hello parents! My title is neither nanny, nor daycare center, as I fall wonderfully in between. You get all the benefits of both with me. No large groups of children fighting for attention & passing viruses around! Yet, I provide all meals, snacks, learning & craft supplies at no extra charge....
5.0
"My daughters have been going to Nicole's for a few months now and Nicole and her family are absolutely amazing! Nicole is very experienced and loves what she does, and it definitely shows in the care she provides to my daughters. She does her absolute best to make...

Jessie H


Academy of Play

Academy of Play

892 E Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

5.0

(1)

Academy of Play is a Spanish immersion preschool serving ages 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Aiming to provided the highest quality of childcare possible. Our purpose is to provide the highest quality of childcare possible, by creating a supportive and enriching environment based on the interest...
5.0
"Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly and able to answer all my questions. The teachers were...

Andrea O


Pepper Valley Learning Center Inc

1358 Pepper Dr, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $196/wk

5.0

(1)

Pepper Valley Learning Center in El Cajon, California seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 144 children for preschool and kindergarten.
5.0
"Love Love Love this place. My son attended school here for almost 2 years! They even help get him potty trained! Very reasonably priced and they get hot lunch and snacks during the day! I felt like I was bringing my son to a family member not a daycare! They have...

Galin C


Dayspring Christian Learning Center

1150 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $196/wk

Dayspring Center is a place where children and parents are accepted and loved, a place where laughter and play are cherished, a place where children's needs are met in warm response.

Children's Choice

350 Prescott Ave, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

We are a private preschool with 7 locations looking to fill out openings and hire more staff. We are located in El Cajon, Santee, and Lakeside. We offer care for children ages 6 weeks to 16 years old. Call us at 619-249-4328 to be directed to the center closest to you. We offer full curriculum and...

The Playground Learning Center

The Playground Learning Center

237 Avocado Avenue, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $235/wk

We are a play based learning program inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. We are enrolling from six weeks of age to school age. Contact us at theplaygroundlc@gmail.com or call us 619-938-4685 for more information on availability. Preschool that follow the Reggio Emilia philosophy of early...

Monarch Gardens Preschool LLC

Monarch Gardens Preschool LLC

488 Nothomb Street, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $9/hr

Hello my name is Mary and I am a new teacher in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon. I started this home based preschool with the vision of creating a nurturing environment for learning and getting your preschooler ready for kindergarten. Lil Monarchs have circle time, outdoor play and one on one...

Tammy S Family Child Care

761 Palomar Ave, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

Tammy S Family Child Care in El Cajon, 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 all ages.

Joyful Hearts Preschool

9590 Chocolate Summit Dr, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $196/wk

Joyful Hearts Preschool located in El Cajon, CA offers developmental activities and kindergarten readiness skills for children ages two to five. The school also puts up a loving, Christ centered, nurturing environment, focusing on the total child: spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and social.

Circle Pre School

500 Farragut Cir, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $440/mo

Circle Pre School located in El Cajon, 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 preschool kids. The center program...

Deanna's Daycare

1118 Nidrah St, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

Deanna's Daycare located in El Cajon, 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 clean, safe, fun and nurturing care for families and kids...

Lulus Family Child Care

1196 Coral St, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $750/day

Lulu's Family Childcare located at 1196 Coral Street, El Cajon, California, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from six AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after-...

Taproot Montessori

1431 Broadway, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $592/mo

Taproot Montessori is dedicated to the education of children in an environment designed to stimulate and develop the child’s love of learning. Established in 1981, it is located at 1431 Broadway El Cajon CA. The school offers childcare and preschool programs at reasonable prices. Operating hours...

Creative Minds Inc

1090 S Anza St, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $800/mo

Creative Minds Inc. offers childcare and preschool programs. They provide affordable childcare services and give each child a warm environment that encourages the development of socialization skills, independence and positive self-image. Established in 1995, it is located at 1090 S Anza St. El...

Cuyamaca Child Development Ctr

900 Rancho San Diego Pkwy, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $174/wk

Cuyamaca Child Development in El Cajon, California seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 75 children for preschool.

Rugrats Family Childcare

769 Avocado Ave, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $235/wk

Rugrats Family Childcare in El Cajon, 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 centre provide child care for families and preschool kids.

Aka Head Start

620 West Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

Aka Head Start in El Cajon, CA offers families and kids the experiences that they need to have success in school and improve their life's quality. The children will receive developmental, medical, hearing, dental, and speech screenings. This child care facility also features kindergarten readiness,...

Sycuan Kiddie Care

5459 Dehesa Rd, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $174/wk

The Sycuan Kiddie Care has been serving the community of El Cajon, California since 1993. It offers a warm and nurturing atmosphere that caters to the growth and developmental needs of children. The facility provides age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate curiosity and the children's...

Aka Head Start

638 W Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $235/wk

The Aka Head Start located in El Cajon, CA is a funded program designed to give three to five year old children experiences they need to bring about success in public schools and improve their quality of family life. They are open on weekdays from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Aeshaa's Childcare

320 Shady Ln Apt 44, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $175/day


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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Child Care Centers in El Cajon, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers.