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Daycares in Escondido, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Candlelight Daycare

Our toddler has been attending Candlelight Daycare for a year and a half, and our infant just started 4 months ago. Overall we couldn’t be...

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Henna Family Child Care

I highly recommend this in-home daycare. My daughter lights up with a big smile and gets so excited every time she sees Somayeh, which makes...

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Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been...

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Candlelight Daycare

1626 Candlelight Gln ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2000/mo
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
Hello, My name is Nasim. I have been providing a nurturing, fun, and safe environment for children to socialize, learn, and grow since 2016. At Candlelight Daycare we provide: • Theme based programs • Expert educators • Daily HOMEMADE food • Indoor & outdoor playground & toys • Activities (Art, crafting, painting, dance,...

Care Member says "Our toddler has been attending Candlelight Daycare for a year and a half, and our infant just started 4 months ago. Overall we couldn’t be happier with...

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Henna Family Child Care

984 Calle De Lepanto Escondido, CA

4.0(13)

State license verified

Hi everyone! My name is Somayeh, and I am the owner of Henna Family Child Care. I recently opened my own home daycare after working at a different Daycare for over 6 years. My home daycare will provide your child with: - Healthy home-made meals every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as snacks and drinks...

Care Member says "I highly recommend this in-home daycare. My daughter lights up with a big smile and gets so excited every time she sees Somayeh, which makes me feel...

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Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

1953 Brooks Glen Escondido, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Honey Bubble's Home Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment! I am a state licensed Home childcare provider and I have openings to care for children in my home on 2001, I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precaution, Medication...

Care Member says "Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been with Mrs....

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Adventureland Christian Preschool

1305 DEODAR RD STE 100 ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1120/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Specialties: Our building is located in a private area near the El Norte exit off of the 15 S/N freeway. A security door is in use 24/7 We enroll ages 2 (non-potty trained welcomed) through age 6. Snacks & lunch provided at no added cost. Large outdoor playground area. Tuition support available via CDA and YMCA Sibling...

Crystal .. says "The teachers are all very caring and they really pay attention to the kids. I love the curriculums. My son was there for 4 years. They prepared him for...

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THE LITTLE COUNTRY PRESCHOOL

1571 S HALE AVE ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1015/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
The Little Country Preschool is dedicated to providing elite early education for children from 18 months to five years old in Escondido, CA. The school has been under new ownership since July 2021, and after completing an extensive renovation in May 2022, we’ve continued in our efforts to provide a clean and safe environment...

Care Member says "We sent our daughter here for four years, and we were completely satisfied with her care! She was well prepared for Kindergarten and all of the teachers...

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Kathi's Childcare

469 Dale Ave. Escondido, CA

5.0(6)
My name is Kathi. I AM A LICENSED CHILDCARE PROVIDER. I have a childcare/preschool facility in my home for infants to school aged children. I have 30+ years' experience operating an in home daycare facility, working in a non-profit childcare center, and teaching preschool for 10+ years. What I offer: * Preschool activity based,...

Rochelle S. says "My daughter has been going to Grammy Kathi's for approximately 6 months now and it's been such a great experience. It's not just a daycare, it's a home....

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Bluebell Daycare

2315 Sunset Dr. Escondido, CA

5.0(4)
Hello, my name is Miss Rita. I have been a licensed childcare provider since 2012. I offer childcare for children, 3 months to school age. I have a very unique home daycare with our own detached childcare room & bathroom just for the kids! In addition, I have a very big back & front yard for us to play during outdoor time. I...

Carissa B. says "Miss Rita is an amazing care giver . I had my daughter and son there for about 2 years. My son started at 4-5 months and absolutely loved . I breastfed...

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Castle for Kids Daycare

1232 BERNARDO RIDGE PL ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1700/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
In-Home daycare
🌟 Infant Openings This August at Castle for Kids Daycare! 🌟 📍 Located in Escondido – A Cozy, Trusted Home Daycare Big changes are happening at Castle for Kids! As many of our older kiddos graduate into TK this fall, we’re excited to open new infant spots starting as soon as July for children 6 months and up. Our...

Care Member says "Ms. C. and her team are the best of the best! Not only that the daycare provides a warm, safe, welcoming environment for my child, they care for the...

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SYMPHONY FAMILY CHILD CARE

1156 SYMPHONY PL ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(14)

State license verified

Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
At Symphony Family Child Care, we believe early childhood is a time to be nurtured, inspired, and celebrated. Located in a safe and welcoming home environment, we offer high-quality, personalized care for children ages 5 months to 4 years old. Our program is thoughtfully designed to support each child’s unique development...

Care Member says "Elly is the best! My son went to her for about 10 months and he learned so much. He was so loved and fed the best foods! He never came home hungry and...

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Just For Kids Family Child Care

1302 Country Club Drive Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
Just For Kids Family Day care is a place where children of all ages can explore, experience the wonder of nature and grow in a fun and safe environment. Through, art, science and music and physical activities the children learn how to explore their world. Each child participates according to their individual stage of...

Karen L. says "We have had our son (2.5) here for several months and he has just blossomed. They are doing a fantastic job of taking care of, educating and enriching him...

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Country Club Child Care

1574 W Country Cub Lane Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 3 more
ABOUT ME: Hello, my name is Regina K. (Ms. Regina). I am happily married to my husband Eric. We have a beautiful 2-year-old daughter. It is truly a blessing to be parents. From my early childhood I admired my mom's work as a teacher. I am very fortunate my dreams came true. I have studied and graduated from a Pedagogical...

Lanara S says "The Country Club Daycare is the best daycare my grandson was going to. Very nice people who work there, friendly and clean and safe environment for the...

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Preschool
Child care
Tender Loving Care is a child care and learning center that has been serving the community of Escondido, California since 1988. It provides quality care and education in a safe and stimulating environment conducive to children's growth and development. The center provides children with educational activities and age-appropriate...

BW B says "Great school and small setting. Supportive for parents and kids."

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Tina's House Home Daycare

2545 White Oak Place Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
I have a license to care for children from ages: 12 weeks - 12 years old. I have been in the child development field for over 10 years. I am 35 years old. I have worked at several child development centers as an infant/toddler teacher. I chose to open up my own daycare, because I want to be able to give each child what they...

Sandra H says "I've had the best experience with Christina at Tina's House Home Daycare. She has cared for my 1 year old son for the past 4-5 months and she was amazing....

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Leslie's Daycare

712 Danica Pl. Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
A licensed Daycare provider now accepting applications. $120.00 PER WEEK We also accept all state funded programs. We have no long term contracts or down payments.

Liz says "I took my middle child to Ms Leslie when he was around 4 years old, one year prior to going to school. He was able to learn so much from her and be very...

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LIGHT OF CHRIST CHILDREN'S CENTER

341 S KALMIA ST ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$711/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
Child care

Jackie K. says "My son has been going since before the age of 2 and now hes 5 they make him feel like family he has adhd and they work with him very closely i have so...

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Carla Peacher's Family Daycare

1823 Foothill View Pl Escondido, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

I am a loving, caring, and enthusiastic licensed family daycare provider and preschool teacher with over Twelve years of experience. I currently hold a preschool teacher's permit and continuously attend workshops and trainings to provide quality care for my families. I am also a current member of the Child Nutrition Program of...

Sara S. says "Carla Peacher is a nurturing, caring, highly responsible, consistent, and exceptionally skilled child care provider. Our daughter began Carla's program...

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Lily Pad Child Care & Learning Ctr.

1051 W. EL NORTE PARKWAY 176 Escondido, CA

State license verified

Helping your child leap into a world of knowledge in a safe, warm and loving environment. With over 10 years of experience in the field of education, we offer: Bilingual Education (English/Spanish) Japanese (Pre-K +) Math & Language Arts Classes Baby Yoga Mozart for Babies (Music Appreciation) Early Childhood...
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Tender Loving Care Preschool

2402 East Washington Escondido, CA

Academic
Preschool
Child care
Tender Loving Care Preschool incorporates a developmentally appropriate curriculum with a "hands on" age appropriate structured program. We choose a monthly academic theme that coincides with the planned classroom activities such as art activities, music and movement, language including phonics, upper and lower case...
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Academic Pursuits

20461 Fortuna Del Sur Escondido, CA

Academic
Preschool
Academic Pursuits Transitional Kindergarten is meant to prepare students for success in kindergarten through academic instruction and social/emotional growth. This transitional kindergarten is open to 4 year olds and is located in Elfin Forest, 15 minutes from R. Roger Rowe elementary school. It is operated as a school, NOT a...
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Cuarenta Family Child Care

1272 Gamble St Escondido, CA

State license verified

I opened my own Family Child Care in 08/2018 after working in a child care for about 10 years, I provide a fun, safe, clean and loving environment for your babies/children. Licensed and CPR certified. Our daily schedule includes reading time, singing, learning activities, arts and crafts, etc. We have lots of outdoor playtime in...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Escondido, CA

Daycare centers near you in Escondido, CA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Escondido, CA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Escondido, CA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Escondido, CA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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