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Child Care Centers in Rancho Santa Fe, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

EASTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

The teachers view themselves as educators first and foremost, so my child comes home smarter and more confident. It’s amazing how I have...

- Care member

Moonlight Daycare Inc.

We are so grateful to have found Ms. Mattie and for the love and care she has given our son, W. She was fully booked the first time we...

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My Learning Tree Daycare

After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!!...

- Ashly L

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HAPPY TIME NURSERY

6409 LAS COLINAS RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Happy Time Nursery School is located in Rancho Santa Fe. We limit our program to 25 children to allow for a comfortable, play-based program. We strive to provide an environment to ensure your child is well-rounded. We focus on listening and speaking skills, preliminary math and writing skills, as well as manners. We strongly...
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EASTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

4377 EASTGATE MALL SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1530/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
The mission of Eastgate Christian School is to provide a Christ-centered, loving, and secure learning environment to help students develop socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually and spiritually as we serve the students, their families, and our communities. Our excellent team of early childhood educators are...

Care Member says "The teachers view themselves as educators first and foremost, so my child comes home smarter and more confident. It’s amazing how I have seen him grow...

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Moonlight Daycare Inc.

13406 Salmon River Road San Diego, CA

5.0(37)

State license verified

Hello Parents, My name is Mahtab. I am living in Rancho Penasquitos. Moonlight Daycare Inc. is licensed by the State of California. Here is some information about myself. I got my Child Development Teacher and Master Teacher certificates, from Miramar College. I got a Teacher Permit from San Diego County Office of Education,...

Care Member says "We are so grateful to have found Ms. Mattie and for the love and care she has given our son, W. She was fully booked the first time we called and we...

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My Learning Tree Daycare

319 Mission Villas Rd. San Marcos, CA

5.0(2)
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...

Ashly L says "After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!! She is so great...

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ABC Children's Center of San Diego

12145 Alta Carmel Court Suite 270 San Diego, CA

4.8(8)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Child care
+ 1 more
Our privately-owned children's center, cradling Rancho Bernardo, Carmel Mountain Ranch and Poway, is fully licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services. We are open for child care from 6:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. five days a week (year round, excluding legal holidays). We offer child care programs for ages 3...

Diana says "My daughter loves loves her teachers and going to ABC each day. Even when I go to pick her up , she like to stay there for an added half hour at least. She...

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Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Lone Quail Rd San Diego, CA

4.8(25)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
In-Home daycare
Tiny Violets Family Child Care has been serving children and families in the San Diego community since 2011. We are a full-service Family Home day care with children ages 6 months to 10 years old. Our aim is to provide children with the necessary care and education to be successful learners and dedicated to creating an...

Care Member says "Our 3 daughters went to Ms Kalai’s day care -tiny violets. Ms Kalai definitely knows how to connect with children. This was their first day care and...

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Child Care

14504 Penasquitos Dr San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

My name is Elham and I have a Large Family Child Care, Licensed by the State of California. I have earned my bachelor's degree in Sociology and my associate's degree in child development. I have dedicated over 23 years to the education and growth of young children through experience as a Preschool teacher and through years of...

Neda says "My daughter has been going here for one year since she was 21 months. She loves Miss Elham and daycare. Elham is so loving and kind and has been wonderful to...

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The Little People Preschool

920 BOARDWALK SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
We are family-owned, not a corporate child care center, and or center is just that, family-oriented. Our staff is the heart of our community. Each team member is carefully selected not just for their qualifications, but for their passion for nurturing young minds. We have 6 classrooms for each age level, 2 indoor playgrounds,...
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Bright Start Preschool

1143 Wild Canary Lane Encinitas, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Bright Starts Preschool is a home-based preschool located in beautiful Olivenhain, Encinitas on almost 3/4 of an acre! Here children have plenty of room to run and play. Bright Starts is a Reggio Emilia Inspired Preschool with carefully designed lessons that foster learning in a creative, warm and caring, child-centered...
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New Generations Learning Center

9878 Hibert Street San Diego, CA

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
New Generations Learning Center is an educational based childcare facility serving children ages six weeks to 12 years. It uses emergent style curriculum and features parent-accessible webcams, an in-house chef, and an advanced security system. NGLC also offers a private kindergarten and a before- and afterschool...
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Chai Preschool & Infant Center

16934 CHABAD WAY POWAY, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1340/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Day Care
+ 2 more
The programs of Chai Preschool & Infant Center arise from a common desire for excellence in meeting the needs of children and their families. Our philosophy is one of nurturing growth and development, relationships and understanding – all in the goal of establishing a love for learning, and a passion to approach the world’s...
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7238 - La Petite Academy on Carmel Mountain Rd

10050 CARMEL MOUNTAIN RD SAN DIEGO, CA

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,...
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First Steps Early Learning Center

12742 Briarcrest Place San Diego, CA

Over the past 10 years I have had the opportunity to work with many children in various capacities to include being a preschool teacher, nanny and mom. Infants and toddlers have always held a special place in my heart and are by far my favorite to care for. I received my education in Child Development and also attended various...
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Marthas Daycare

12000 BLOCK CIJON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
In-Home daycare
+ 3 more
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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Poway Hilltop Preschool

12348-B POWAY, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2016/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Our philosophy here at hilltop preschool is the development of a child’s mind is an amazing journey. The preschool years are important for developing self-esteem which helps provide a solid foundation for growth and learning. We strive to support the individual growth patterns while helping the children to build independence,...
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A NEW GNOME FAMILY DAYCARE

13035 Via Del Valedor San Diego, CA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Child care
Hello Family, I'm Cat, and along with my family, I'm very happy and honored to open "A NEW GNOME Family Daycare" in San Diego, Rancho Penasquitos. Our Family Daycare is Bilingual, and children here can learn Italian while playing surrounded by love, serenity, and happiness. We are inspired by the play-based Reggio...
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The Learning Experience - Vista

3110 Business Park Drive VISTA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2065/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child 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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Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 140 San Marcos, CA

Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center is now offering Summer Camp!!! ALC is an after school and Saturday program that is geared to meet the needs of children and youth ages 6-18 with Autism. ALC is a very unique program in that it is designed to be a safe, structured, and supportive environment that can give your child the...
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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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Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 130 San Marcos, CA

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids (MSEK) is a childcare center located in San Marcos. We serve children with ages 2 to 5 years old. Our center provides children with nutritious meals throughout the day, educational enrichment, behavioral support and nursing care. Our program's focus is on providing children will an...
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Child care centers near you in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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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