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Daycares in Oceanside, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 61 reviews of the 84 listed daycares

0256 - Childtime of Oceanside

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share...

- Mary G.

7237 - La Petite Academy of Oceanside

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.

Kiddie Academy of Oceanside

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

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0256 - Childtime of Oceanside

4280 VIA RANCHO RD OCEANSIDE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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7237 - La Petite Academy of Oceanside

4179 AVENIDA DE LA PLATA OCEANSIDE, 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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Kiddie Academy of Oceanside

3766 MISSION AVE STE 110 OCEANSIDE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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MINI MIRACLES ACADEMY

139 CANYON DRIVE OCEANSIDE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1560/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We believe Children should have fun! These carefree years are so short, and soon the children will be exposed to a much more structured form of learning. We believe that Children learn through play. Hands on exploration, self-discovery and interaction with others. Children learn through basis skills letter and number recognition...
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Kingdom Kidz Childcare

5345 Gooseberry Way Oceanside, CA

4.0(20)

State license verified

Hello! We are a licensed in home daycare (up to 14 children) . We have 20 years of experience for ALL ages. CPR certified & first aid. We accept drop in, half days, part time and full time care. We offer 10% discounts for siblings, military, police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers and doctors. We also accept program...

Care Member says "Both of my little ones have been enrolled here (first in 2021 and now in 2024), and I am so grateful for Alanna, Cheryl and Tiphanie and their...

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In Home Child Care

627 Boysenberry Way Oceanside, CA

5.0(8)
Hi my name is Jessica and i am a stay at home mom with my loving 2-year-old girl. We are looking to provide babysitting for another child age 1-6 in our home in Oceanside.I am a former Montessori preschool teacher with 10 years of experience & teaching credential leading a class of 18 children ages 2-3. I am also CPR &...

Randi says "I would highly recommend Jessica. She is very loving, nurturing and attentive to the kids. She makes learning fun and engaging."

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Parra Family Home Childcare

697 Shadow Tree Dr. Oceanside, CA

5.0(2)
24 year experienced Day Care Provider provides nutritious meals and curriculum activities art and crafts. Experienced with special need children. Have openings for infants toddlers before and after school. Prices will vary depending on hours and needs.

Joshlynn H. says "It is a great place for children to gain some social interactions . I wanted my daughter to transition to a new school and child care smoothly, so I was...

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G. Jesenia Family Child Care

156 Avenida Descanso B Oceanside, CA

5.0(2)
Hi, I'm a Family Child Care Provider , but will also be able to provide care outside my home on my free time, I'm certified CPR and First Aid training ,I'm in business since 2009, have a small license, experience working with infant (4 week and up) toddler, pre- school and school age. Offers: Safe and nice environment. Provide...

Courtney says "Jesenia was a lifesaver for my family. I found my self needing a sitter within a 3 day period, a weekend that I also had to work. She was able to care for...

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Living Life

4745 Frazee Road 1305 Oceanside, CA

5.0(2)
Living Life (TM) is a multifaceted organization that covers everything from child care services to elderly care services. The organization also offers housekeeping, date night care, housesitting, pet sitting, transportation services, and general companionship services. Living Life (TM) strives for excellence in every form of...

Carl says "Living Life helped me through one of the toughest times in my life, Jonathan showed me how to manage certain situations in my life that I thought I would be...

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Peek-a-boos

3972 Cadena Dr. Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)
We assist with the following. Help with homework, healthy snacks and meals included. Pick up from school. Great safe family neighborhood for outdoor supervised play. Great family home, clean, safe, and dependable structure. After School activities / sports, arts and crafts. Earlier hours are available.

Steven D says "The place is wonderful, pet friendly for kids, and arlene is wonderful, she is a wealth of information, I can drop my kids of and know things will be taken...

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CFC LEARNING CENTERS

2642 OCEANSIDE BLVD OCEANSIDE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
International
Academic
Child care
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CFC Learning Centers LLC is a Academic Christian Based Program that provides Quality Chikdcare at Affordable Rates. We cater to our Children, their Families and provides Services to Our Community. Christian Structured Atmosphere, Loving Staff and PreK Reafiness programs .

Tahjuanae W. says "My kids started as infants and are now 3 and 6. Teachers are very friendly and helpful. The daycare is really clean. My kids love them. We still visit...

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El Camino Preschools Inc

2002 California St Oceanside, CA

3.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
El Camino Preschool has been serving north county children for over 30 years! Our family owned and operated preschool is located on 3/4 acres of country landscape in the quiet Fire Mountain neighborhood of Oceanside. Children ages 2 to 6 years old attend our preschool and we provide before and after Kindergarten programs. We...

Isabella P. says "My 3.5 year old son has been here for almost a year. We really can't say enough wonderful things about El Camino. They have gone above and beyond in...

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A Seed of Change is a professional supervised visitation monitoring and safe exchange service center.

Walder G says "I am trying to get in contact with a seed of change on information in regards to getting a vistiton please contact me as soon as possible"

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Abcd Family Child Care & Preschool

714 Sunningdale Dr. Oceanside, CA

5.0(10)
AB/CD Family Child Care & Preschool provides a warm, safe, and fun environment that helps your child develop socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Our program is developed with your child's fun, health, safety, and childhood education in mind. We believe there is an opportunity for learning in everything that...

Eunice says "I've had the pleasure of working with Valerie the time we worked together at kinder care. She's dedicated, professional, nurturing, educated, balanced and...

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Creative Learning Center

650 DOUGLAS DR STE 101 OCEANSIDE, CA

5.0(1)
Creative Learning Center (CLC) strives to create an environment which encourages and supports the full growth and learning potential of young children in all areas of development. The curriculum is designed to provide a balance of free choice and organized activities in a nurturing and creative setting. The primary aim of our...

Victor W. says "They are great with individualized attention. I appreciate how accepting they are with my child with Autism. The owner of the daycare has a special...

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Rising Star Academy Childcare Center, Inc..

169 Roymar Rd Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
We provide your children with a first-class early development education. Place your child's future first! We focus on children ages 1 month to 11 years. Your complete Preschool, Infant/Toddlers and Before/After school Childcare Programs. Phone: (760) 439-3344 Fax: (760) 439-2244 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 6:00AM to...

Care Member says "A Rising Star Academy has been an incredible experience for our family! Leaving this daycare was not an easy decision—I cried when I realized we had to...

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Mini Miracles Academy

139 CANYON DR OCEANSIDE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo

Jazmine E. says "I feel that the staff are very caring and attentive to my child. My daughter feels very loved, very welcoming."

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Child Care By Clara

4276 Conquistador Oceanside, CA

5.0(3)
Child care

Brenda A says "My kids who are now 11 & 15 came to child care by Clara when they were 2 and 6. They LOVED HER and so did I. She is awesome and truly does a amazing job...

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My 2nd Mom Home Daycare

1310 Henshaw Road Oceanside, CA

5.0(1)

Kalistyn B. says "Mary and Henry have cared for our two young children (ages 2+4) since birth. They provide a warm, nurturing environment with a good mix of structured...

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Montessori School of Oceanside 3

3965 Mission Avenue Suite 45 Oceanside, CA

5.0(2)
Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
We are a family owned and operated Montessori School. We offer individualized care to Infants, Toddlers and Preschool Students! We provide quality care in a nurturing environment for children, ages 6 weeks to Kindergarten. Nestled in Oceanside, our School provides exceptional education, daycare (as part of our before and after...

Labrina says "Montessori School of Oceanside 3 is a safe and friendly environment where children are able to learn everyday skills that will benefit them throughout their...

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Oceanside, CA

Daycare centers near you in Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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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