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

Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street - New Spots in our 3-4 Year Classrooms!

The new playground is AWESOME. Staff is very warm and passionate about quality care. They have a school lizard too (in a tank). Love the...

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Grace Presbyterian Preschool

The facility looks amazing and the Director is awesome.

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Kids Castle

Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up...

- Larisa H

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Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street - New Spots in our 3-4 Year Classrooms!'s Photo

Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street - New Spots in our 3-4 Year Classrooms!

777 TAYLOR ST VISTA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
International
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
+ 2 more
🌟 **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...

Care Member says "The new playground is AWESOME. Staff is very warm and passionate about quality care. They have a school lizard too (in a tank). Love the Vista vibes. "

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Grace Presbyterian Preschool

1450 E VISTA WAY VISTA, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1050/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Grace Preschool is a brand-new facility serving families with children ages 18m- 5 years. Please see our tour schedule to schedule a tour today! We provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows students to gain relatable experiences through a balance of student and teacher led activities. Students are encouraged...

Care Member says "The facility looks amazing and the Director is awesome. "

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Kids Castle

6783 Follette Street Carlsbad, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Kids Castle is a licensed family home daycare for children, aged 6 weeks old and up. Our school combines academic learning with structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. It has been an absolute joy to have been working in this field for more than 20 years. In my years working as a preschool teacher at a well...

Larisa H says "Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up for a tour....

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Stars Montessori Academy

1680 South Melrose Drive Vista, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
North County's prestigious Montessori Academy in Vista, CA, accepts Toddlers through 6 years old for half-day, full-day and extended-day schedules. Each of our classrooms are filled with natural light, beautiful materials and child-sized furniture. Our playground includes bike trails and a large area for physical activity. Tours...

Kelly S. says "Stars Montessori Academy is the most amazing school. I feel so privileged and lucky that my three children (4, 2, and 1) have the opportunity to learn from...

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Three Little Owls Learning Academy

770 SYCAMORE AVE UNIT A-D VISTA, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1825/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Welcome to Three Little Owls Learning Academy, a completely brand-new facility equipped with newly built classrooms and furniture. Our classrooms are bright, inviting, and filled with high-quality learning materials from Lakeshore to create a fun and engaging space for kids to learn and grow. We take pride in serving fresh,...

Care Member says "Very Loving, respectful , understanding. Clean! A Great home cooked meal … what more can you ask for when it comes to your children. "

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LITTLE BEARS TENDER CARE

1111 HIGHLAND DR VISTA, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
We have been in business for over 20 years. We are set apart because we always put the children first. It is our goal to present your child with a loving, caring, flexible, and understanding atmosphere where the child may through fun, love, discipline, exploration, participation, communication, trial and error, and a...

Tulani P. says "Well I love the kids come first, they really, really care about the kids. They go above and beyond and have a great connection with the family. I would...

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Little Ones Daycare

6910 Peach Tree Rd Carlsbad, CA

5.0(5)
Child care
Hello my name is Lilia! Here at Little Ones Daycare we offer childcare for infants as young as three months old, and for toddlers until they are ready for pre-school. I have worked with kids for the past 15 years, and have 10 years of daycare experience alone. I worked as an assistant at a daycare facility for many years...

Christina M. says "Lillia and Hannah are amazing. Our daughter was always so happy to go to daycare. I highly recommend Little Ones Daycare for their caring and calming...

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Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

6998 Waters End Drive Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
We understand that this is an important and exciting time for you as you go through the process of choosing a preschool-kindergarten for your child. At Parkhurst Preschool and Daycare, we provide a loving, supportive, and nurturing environment where children develop a lifelong love of learning. Our educational philosophy...

Van S says "From age 3 months to kindergarten, Carlene is magnificent with "her" kids. At 4 1/2 - 5 years old, these children know their alphabet, simple add and...

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The Learning Experience - Vista

3110 Business Park Drive VISTA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2065/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
From infancy through preschool, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our L.E.A.P.® (Learning Experience Academic Program) Curriculum uses fun, hands-on activities throughout early education to help children develop intellectually, socially and...
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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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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 Preschool

1930 Sunset Dr. Vista, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
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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Discovery Isle (Carlsbad)

6130 PASEO DEL NORTE CARLSBAD, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day 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
Child care
Day 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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Kidz Xpressions Preschool/childcare

930 Daisy Ave Carlsbad, CA

Kidz Xpressions is truly unique! The home is devoted to the children with a large creative play area, school room, large outdoor play area, and private napping rooms for each infant. Owner and teacher Ms. Laura has been teaching ages infant-5 year olds for over 20 years in both the large centers and home environment. With her...
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BIG TREE, LITTLE PRESCHOOL, INC.

1600 BUENA VISTA DRIVE VISTA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$763/mo
Montessori
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
Big Tree Little Preschool is a nurturing, nature-infused community where children thrive. Nestled on five sprawling acres, our preschool embraces a child-driven, forest school philosophy blended with the Reggio Emilia approach to early education. For over 15 years, we’ve been guiding young learners to discover, explore, and grow...
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Kids Town Montessori

867 Sycamore Ave Vista, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
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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Child care
Preschool
Vista Child Development Center is a licensed child development center run by EES, Incorporated. It is located at 410 W California Avenue, Vista, California. The center provides early childhood education to children ages 3 to 5 years old. Vista Child Development Center is open from Mondays through Fridays 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Preschool Kruger House

3215 Eureka Pl Carlsbad, CA

Preschool
Preschool Kruger House Carlsbad, 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 Parent-Toddler, Toddler, and Preschool Program.
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Dora Danna Day Care

1260 OAK AVE Carlsbad, CA

Hi, my name is Dora. I have lived here in Carlsbad for over 25 years, and have been a childcare provider for 25 years. I am fully licensed, and provide care for ages as young as 6 weeks to 4-year-old children here in my home day care center. I accept full and part time schedules. I personally cook and prepare free home made...
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Child care centers near you in Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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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