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Child Care Centers in San Diego, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 154 reviews of the 204 listed child care centers

HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

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

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7240 - La Petite Academy on Sabre Springs Parkway

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.

Nese Kids Care

Our son started at Nese Kids Care when he was just 10 weeks old--the youngest of all my children to ever begin daycare. I was nervous about...

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HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

3900 CLEVELAND AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

3.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 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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7240 - La Petite Academy on Sabre Springs Parkway

12668 SABRE SPRINGS PKWY SAN DIEGO, 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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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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Imperial Learning Academy

7210 LISBON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
Child care
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Nese Kids Care

967 CAMINO DEL RIO SOUTH SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1750/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
At Nese Kids Care, we provide exceptional early education for children as young as 6 weeks up to 5 years old. Our thoughtfully designed programs nurture each child's natural curiosity while building the foundation for lifelong learning. Currently enrolling 12mo and up. Currently accepting Infants (6wks-12mo) to waitlist for...

Care Member says "Our son started at Nese Kids Care when he was just 10 weeks old--the youngest of all my children to ever begin daycare. I was nervous about leaving him...

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Marthas Daycare

12000 BLOCK CIJON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(17)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Preschool
+ 4 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.

Care Member says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about this daycare! I was so nervous about sending my baby to daycare, but from the very first visit, Martha made...

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Building Blocks Learning Centers

Avenida De Los Lobos SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

In-Home daycare
At Building Blocks Learning Centers, our mission is to provide high-quality, convenient early childhood education and care that sets the foundation for life. Located in San Diego, CA, we offer a holistic approach to early childhood development, ensuring each child receives personalized care and attention. As passionate, licensed...
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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 "Our daughter started attending Moonlight Daycare at 5 months old. It was during COVID, and at that time it was hard to find quality daycare providers....

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Irma's Family Child Care.

3969 Casita Way San Diego, CA

5.0(9)

State license verified

Preschool
In-Home daycare
Hello Mom and Dad. I am licensed as a family child care provider--20 years--located in my child care home in the College area (Convenient to College Ave and Hwy 94, and College Ave and I-8. Close to La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and in S.D. Near the College Grove Shopping Center. ) My home is bright, colorful, clean, and caring! +...

Care Member says "I enrolled my son at Irma's Family Child Care when my son was about 1.5 years old after just moving to San Diego. I was so grateful for my son and my...

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St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
International
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more
With extended hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Paul's Child Care program offers a loving, family oriented environment for children to learn. Offering care for infants as young as two-months to children five years of age, we provide a positive atmosphere promoting the intellectual, social and emotional growth of children. The...

Rachel M. says "I love St. Paul's!!!!! My Daughter has learned so much from the 2 1/2 years she has attended this Daycare. They have curriculm plans and teach so much! My...

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Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Lone Quail Rd San Diego, CA

4.8(25)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
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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Shooting Stars Daycare

7831 Golfcrest Dr. San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Child care
Shooting Stars Daycare proudly adheres to the highest standards of education and caregiving. This is a licensed home daycare business located in San Carlos, near Mission Trails National Park. My life has been dedicated to caregiving, specializing in infants and toddlers. I've made a career working closely with parents as a Nanny...

Care Member says "Nikki and Shooting Stars is one of the best things that ever happened for our family! Our son attended from 4 months - 2y2m old, and we couldn't be more...

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KIDS AVE ENRICHMENT LEARNING CENTER

6248 EL CAJON BLVD SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
+ 3 more
Kids Ave began as a home-based preschool in 2019, with the goal of providing a family-oriented, loving, and educational environment for El Cerrito community families. After five successful years, we’ve grown and found a new facility to extend our reach within the community. By launching in a central location, we’re dedicated...

shannon A. says "5, the environment is fun, safe, clean. They are very loving and my kids really enjoy it"

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PURPOSE DRIVEN DAYCARE

5825 IMPERIAL AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Preschool
+ 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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Grow With Me Learning Center

4178 Vista Grande Dr San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
The Grow With Me Learning Center provides the highest quality of early education for young children. We offer a safe, nurturing environment designed to promote a love of learning through exploration, play and a child's natural curiosity. The Grow With Me Learning Center's motto is Where Play Becomes R.E.A.L. R.E.A.L. is the...

Luisa L says "We've had the pleasure and privilege to know Ms. Carlee for the past 7 years. She has been instrumental in the emotional and cognitive development of our 3...

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EASTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

4377 EASTGATE MALL SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1530/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
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 "Our daughter has attended Eastgate for 2.5 years since she turned 2. It has been a wonderful experience for her and us her parents. She has been loved...

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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

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 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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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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Children's Paradise Preschool

6038 CUMBERLAND ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$780/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
We offer a loving, caring, safe environment, providing high-quality preschool education to children ages 2–6 at an affordable price. Our Christian preschool curriculum emphasizes social skills, emotional well-being, intellectual achievement, fine and gross motor skills, and spiritual concepts. Established in 1976. Started...

Care Member says "Children’s Paradise Preschool has been amazing! We couldn’t be happier with our decision to enroll. The staff is highly experienced, caring, and...

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INTERNATIONAL PRE-SCHOOL

5940 WINCHESTER ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 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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Child care centers near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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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