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Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

5.0

The atmosphere is warm and inviting to the children the owner is very organized with an exceptionally clean environment. They have age appropriate academic instruction that is important for kindergarten readiness I would highly recommend the Parkhurst Preschool without reservation

- Elizabeth S

Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool

5.0

This school is the best & they have a new smaller sister school in Oceanside also.

- Lana

Sandy Hill Nursery School

5.0

We love Sandy Hill!!!! Would give it 10 stars, if we could. It is a parent cooperative preschool, which allows either or both parents to assist on a flexible basis. The Sandy Hill teachers are extraordinary! Best we've ever seen or dreamed. The natural classrooms are beautiful, and we love the...

- Meredith G

The Garden Preschool

5.0

My son absolutely loves coming to Preschool! The warm and loving teachers and his friends are cherished. He has learned so much since he has started going to The Garden preschool. We love the big outdoor playground and garden. We are always greeted by the warm and friendly staff and made to feel so...

- Nechama G

Olivenhain Country Preschool

4.0

Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get dirty there, so if you're a clean freak this is not the place for you. Carrie is amazing and truly cares about the children's well-being!

- Danielle H

Daycares in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Amazing Stars Childrens place

12948 Va Caballo Rojo, San Diego, CA

Starting at $50/day

We're a daughter and mother childcare/preschool. Tiffanie is a master preschool teacher and I'm a mother of 4 with 32 years of experience with children. Our home is a great safe and lovely place,where your child will learn so many new things. We have a daily schedule where your child will learn to...

The Nursery School at Crest View Farm

The Nursery School at Crest View Farm

1311 Crest Dr, Encinitas, CA

Starting at $1400/mo

On a quiet street, in a cozy house, here children play. The Nursery School at Crestview Farm is founded on the belief that all children possess a natural desire to learn. This licensed (CA LIC#376627098) family childcare is founded by Kelly Scott, an early childhood educator with over 15 years...

Omalley Family Daycare

Omalley Family Daycare

11369 Cloudcrest Dr, San Diego, CA

We are a play-based learning environment. While we have our daily routine, we gear our schedule to meet the needs of each child. We pride our program on being caring, loving and having the freedom to explore and create. We are a home away from home.

The Garden Schoolhouse LLC

The Garden Schoolhouse LLC

Ivyglen Drive, Encinitas, CA

Costimate: $352/wk

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.

LePort Montessori Solana Beach

LePort Montessori Solana Beach

1010 Solana Drive, Del Mar, CA

Costimate: $277/wk

LePort Montessori Solana Beach opened in September 2015 with Montessori programs for infants through sixth-grade. This is LePort s third Montessori school in North San Diego County. Since early 2014, when our elementary school in Carlsbad and our preschool in Encinitas opened, we've received many...

Carmel Valley Preschool

13340 Hayford Way, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $341/wk

We are a faith-based preschool in Carmel Valley serving children ages 2-5/6. We are open M-F from 7:30a-6:00p and offer multiple schedule options.

Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

6998 Waters End Drive, Carlsbad, CA

Costimate: $332/wk

5.0

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5.0
"The atmosphere is warm and inviting to the children the owner is very organized with an exceptionally clean environment. They have age appropriate academic instruction that is important for kindergarten readiness I would highly recommend the Parkhurst Preschool...

Elizabeth S


Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool

511 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA

Costimate: $352/wk

5.0

(2)

Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool in Encinitas, 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 six weeks to five...
5.0
"This school is the best & they have a new smaller sister school in Oceanside also."

Lana


Sandy Hill Nursery School

1036 Solana Dr, Solana Beach, CA

Starting at $80/mo

5.0

(1)

Sandy Hill Nursery in Solana Beach, 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 a certain number of children.
5.0
"We love Sandy Hill!!!! Would give it 10 stars, if we could. It is a parent cooperative preschool, which allows either or both parents to assist on a flexible basis. The Sandy Hill teachers are extraordinary! Best we've ever seen or dreamed. The natural...

Meredith G


The Garden Preschool

1930 Sunset Dr., Vista, CA

Starting at $330/mo

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"My son absolutely loves coming to Preschool! The warm and loving teachers and his friends are cherished. He has learned so much since he has started going to The Garden preschool. We love the big outdoor playground and garden. We are always greeted by the warm and...

Nechama G


Olivenhain Country Preschool

448 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA

Costimate: $352/wk

4.0

(1)

Olivenhain Country Preschool in Encinitas, California provides a safe, loving and nurturing environment where children can grow and develop skills needed for future academic success. The school serves children from 7 weeks to 4 years old and offers infant, toddler, preschool, and junior kindergarten...
4.0
"Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get dirty there, so if you're a clean freak this is not the place for you. Carrie is amazing and truly cares about the children's...

Danielle H


Lisa's Daycare

6033 Paseo Acmpo St., Carlsbad, CA

Costimate: $296/wk

1.0

(1)

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SMLC Childrens Center

3419 Grand Ave, San Marcos, CA

Starting at $554/mo

SMLC Children’s Center is a nationally accredited child care facility that offers educational day care programs for preschool children. Located in San Marcos, California, the company admits students between the ages of three to five years old. The company implements a Christian-based curriculum that...

Inner Light Preschool

1171 Stratford Drive, Encinitas, CA

Starting at $120/day

Inner Light Preschool offers a happy, safe and loving environment for your child. Our staff is highly qualified, and our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity. We are conveniently located mile from Hwy 5 near Scripps Memorial Hospital in Encinitas. We also offer after...

The Best Years Family Child Daycare Lic. # 376623204

13315 Caminito Ciera # 137, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $290/wk

The Best Years Family Child Daycare Licensed Daycare *Organic*: The Best Years Family Child Daycare in Rancho Penasquitos, San Diego, CA. Lic. # 376623204 The Best Years Family Child Daycare is an ***Organic*** Licensed Daycare. All of the cleaning...

La Petite Academy of San Diego, CA

La Petite Academy of San Diego, CA

10050 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA

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...

Happy Smiles Daycare

13288 Entreken Ave, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $292/wk

The Happy Smiles Daycare offers child care and preschool for infants up to preschool-age children in San Diego, California. Their age-appropriate and play-based curriculum stimulates the children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in a safe and nurturing environment. Happy Smiles...

Herrera Family Daycare

13113 Calle De Las Rosas, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $291/wk

We are a licensed in-home daycare facility. I love Children, I am a mother of two , a 17 year old and a 30 year old; and grandmother of a 9 year old. I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years. We guarantee to give your child more personal attention, with a ratio of 2-3 kids per teacher....

Ganan Family Daycare

14330 Cuca St., San Diego, CA

Costimate: $292/wk

A loving Christian environment dedicated in providing quality care for children.

Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services of California, L.L.C.

11590 W Bernardo Ct #100, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $278/wk

The Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services in San Diego, California offers early intervention for infants up to three year-old children with developmental needs. Their services are provided at home or in community locations where the children and their families naturally find themselves...

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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Daycares in Cardiff by the Sea, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.