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Child Care Centers in La Mesa, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

COZY CUBS INC.

The location is great for us, easy in and easy out! Staff is great, amazing communication. They really go above and beyond to keep the kids...

- Andy A.

ICM Child Care Center

iCM Tech. It's about doing what is right for the right reasons. Not for attention, accolades, or rewards- but simply because it is the right...

- Dayana C.

7234 - La Petite Academy of Chula Vista

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

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COZY CUBS INC.

4351 PARKS AVE LA MESA, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Cozy Cubs believes in a learning environment that encourages hands-on experience through activity and play.

Andy A. says "The location is great for us, easy in and easy out! Staff is great, amazing communication. They really go above and beyond to keep the kids comfortable and...

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ICM Child Care Center

Bancroft Dr La Mesa, CA

4.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 3 more
A Day or Long-term care for your child at a Fun, nurturing, early learning daycare. Located in a safe neighborhood in Mt.Helix, La Mesa. At our daycare, we focus on your child and their needs. Children spend their time listening and reading storybooks, coloring, planting, and many more activities. Big garden for children to...

Dayana C. says "iCM Tech. It's about doing what is right for the right reasons. Not for attention, accolades, or rewards- but simply because it is the right thing to do."

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Childtime of La Mesa

5565 Lake Park Way La Mesa, CA

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
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ICM Child Care

Bancroft Dr La Mesa, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 3 more
Leave your child in loving hands in a fun, nurturing, early learning daycare, located in the beautiful Mt.Helix area in a safe neighborhood. At ICM, Children are cared for by highly qualified, experienced, caring staff who work as a team to ensure children receive high quality care and education. At our daycare we focus on...
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Warren Walker School

5150 WILSON ST LA MESA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1385/mo
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our multi-disciplined and integrated curriculum encourages self-confidence, independence, and good character while teaching the children how to participate successfully in a group setting. We understand that young children build the foundation for later academic success through hands-on, play-based experiences, daily routines,...
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Bunny Bears Preschool La Mesa

5358 Jackson Drive Suite 2 La Mesa, CA

Child care
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Child care
Preschool
Charley Brown Children's Center in La Mesa, 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 child care for families and kids from 6 weeks to five years old.
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La Mesa First United Methodist Church in La Mesa, 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 Nursery care to K-12.
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C F Y I INC

4885 Harbinson Ave La Mesa, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
CFYI Inc. is a state licensed center that provides childcare, daycare, preschool and kindergarten programs. Established in 1980, it is located at 4885 Harbinson Ave La Mesa CA. The operating hours are weekdays, from 6:30am to 6:00pm.
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ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL INC

4816 Glen St La Mesa, CA

Child care
Preschool
The Saint Andrew's Episcopal, Incorporated located at 4816 Glen Street, La Mesa, California, provides basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to three-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It also offers before- and...
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Lisa's Lil' Tikes Preschool &

4351 Parks Ave La Mesa, CA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Lisa's Lil' Tikes Preschool offers a safe and nurturing environment where children will love to learn and play. They have varied programs for children from birth to 12 years old. Located at 4351 Parks Ave La Mesa CA, they also provide before and after school programs. Operating hours are Mondays to Fridays from 6:00am to...
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7234 - La Petite Academy of Chula Vista

798 E J ST CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

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...

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KIDS DEPOT OF OTAY RANCH

1394 E PALOMAR ST CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1860/mo
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Kids Depot of Otay Ranch is a Nationally Accredited educational center located in the heart of Chula Vista. Our facility offers academic curriculum, safe environment's, and plenty of developmentally appropriate activities which develop a child's love for learning.

Moussa C. says "I want to highlight their attention to small detail with kids. It is a great place. The teachers and directors are great. They are super nice and I have...

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COTTONTAIL PRESCHOOL

471 E ST CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
Cottontail Preschool was established in 1982 and is known throughout the community for our "home like atmosphere." We offer a fun and educational environment where your little one will engage in a variety of activities and have the opportunity to learn life skills through play, in addition to gaining self-confidence,...

Care Member says "We felt so at ease having our child at Cottontail! We love it here and know that our baby is in great hands!! "

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LA MATERNELLE

4848 SEMINOLE DR SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1350/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 5 more
Bonjour and bienvenue to our French preschool! Don't worry if you don't speak French, we promise not to test you on your conjugation skills. Instead, we focus on teaching our little ones the basics of the language through fun activities like singing, dancing, and storytelling. Our school may be "petite" in size, but our love for...

Mark D. says "It is a great school! La Maternelle is more than just a daycare, it's a really great French preschool. My kids have really really excelled with a bilingual...

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HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

3900 CLEVELAND AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

3.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
We are an inclusive, diverse preschool in the heart of Hillcrest helping children make sense of the world through play. We accept both toddlers and preschoolers (18-months to 5 years) in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment full of passionate and dedicated teachers. At Hillcrest Preschool, we focus heavily on...

Care Member says "Could not be more happy with Hillcrest Preschool! A wonderful experience for my daughter and we plan to enroll our son next year! Teachers go above and...

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INTERNATIONAL PRE-SCHOOL

5940 WINCHESTER ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
At International Preschool & Kindergarten, we take pride in our long-standing commitment to early childhood education. Established in 1977, we've been providing an exceptional learning environment for over 44 years. As a local and family-owned institution, our passion for nurturing young minds and empowering their future is at...

Patricia C. says "I have had nothing but good experiences All teachers have a bachelors in education and they were very helpful with assisting my child and transiting him...

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FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

9400 CAMPO RD SPRING VALLEY, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

At Faith Chapel Learning Academy, we believe that every child is a precious creation, entrusted with unique talents and a bright future. Our mission is to cultivate a Christ-centered environment where children can joyfully explore, confidently learn, and grow into their full potential.

Care Member says "All the staff are very friendly. "

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BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY

345 FIFTH AVE CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1507/mo
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Since 2006, Berean Bible Baptist Academy has developed a reputation for providing children with a high-quality Christian education in grades K-12th including our Pre-school (Ages 3-4) which began in 2008. Our goal is to lead our students to a relationship with Jesus Christ and to give them a solid and advanced Christian...

Vanessa R. says "They are really good with teaching the kids. My daughter started late kindergarten and immediately picked up how to read and write. It has been a great...

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PURPOSE DRIVEN DAYCARE

5825 IMPERIAL AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Every child is different, and every child has a purpose no matter where they come from. We want to help families create a safe environment for their children. Our owner grew up in the city of San Diego and has a good idea of what the children in our community are facing and what they need to be supported and encouraged. We want...

Amari G. says "the staff is very attentive and very helpful with anything that I or my child may need. we have a few family friends that also love this place! my child is...

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Child care centers near you in La Mesa, 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 La Mesa, 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 La Mesa, 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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