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Daycares in Rancho Santa Fe, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

HAPPY TIME NURSERY

This is the place where my older son grew up. He has the best memories and childhood ever. The amazing Big teacher, Mrs. Caroline, John...

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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.

Azam Daycare

We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her...

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HAPPY TIME NURSERY

6409 LAS COLINAS RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
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...

Care Member says "This is the place where my older son grew up. He has the best memories and childhood ever. The amazing Big teacher, Mrs. Caroline, John Paul, the...

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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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Azam Daycare

5398 Shannon Ridge Ln San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Welcome to AZAM Daycare! Enroll now and let your children be a part of Azam Daycare. Azam Daycare welcomes young learners into a new world full of discoveries, new skills, and opportunities to build friendships with peers. My home daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The rates are $450 / week for full-time...

Care Member says "We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her wonderful...

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Baby Steps Home Daycare

1716 Kinglet Road San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
Baby Steps is a licensed home daycare (also known as in-home daycare or family daycare) that specializes in childcare for children whose age ranges from 18 months old to 4 years old. We aim to provide the best care for your little ones in a pet-free, smoke-free, safe, loving, play-based educational environment, and at the same...

Marie R. says "my fiance and I were just happy that we had Lj to baby sit our eldest son, Jacob couple years ago. Lj is very caring, loving and very passionate with...

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Candlelight Daycare

1626 Candlelight Gln ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2000/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
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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The Little People Preschool

920 BOARDWALK SAN MARCOS, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
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,...

Stephanie D. says "We LOVE LPP. We learned about them through a neighbor. Our daughter started there in 2023 when she was 4 months old. Now our son goes there also and...

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SYMPHONY FAMILY CHILD CARE

1156 SYMPHONY PL ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(14)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 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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Marthas Daycare

12000 BLOCK CIJON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(17)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
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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KIDDIE COVE ITALIAN FAMILY DAYCARE

11058 CARLOTA ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

International
Reggio emilia
Montessori
In-Home daycare
My ultimate goal is to create a community that connects children, families, and schools, providing a safe space where kids can learn, make friends, and feel at home. To achieve this: 🏡I believe in providing a loving, caring, and educational environment that fosters growth and development. 🧑‍🧒‍🧒As a mother of three...

Leah P. says "We are extremely grateful to have met Corinna and she and Kiddie Cove were like a second family for our daughter. During the years there, Corinna helped us...

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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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EASTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

4377 EASTGATE MALL SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$1530/mo
Academic
Faith based
Developmental (play-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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MILLER, SHANAN FAMILY CHILD CARE

6950 PEACH TREE RD CARLSBAD, CA

5.0(11)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Little minds grow here. At our home daycare we provide your child with structure, love, and learning. Our safe space is your child's home away from home. Offering care Mon-Fri, 7:30-4:30. We are a mother-daughter partnership dedicated to helping the little ones grow and thrive. I am a mother of four and have been licensed for 30...

Care Member says "She cared for our infant with so much love, patience, and attention. Her home was always safe, clean, and welcoming, and she kept us updated daily with...

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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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Ebenezer Sophie' Creche

12614 Senda Panacea San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
At Sophie's Cr che, we use play-based methods to foster academic learning. We focus on the ability to learn social, emotional, behavior, thinking and communication skills from 0 to age 5 to build a strong and positive mind for a lifetime confidence. We believe all children have the capacity to learn effectively provided the...

Care Member says "My daughter has been going to Sophie’s daycare for a year and a half. She absolutely loves going! Daycare is an hour away and my daughter is not a fan...

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0251 - Childtime of San Diego

8111 NEW SALEM ST SAN DIEGO, 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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Poway Hilltop Preschool

12348-B POWAY, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$2016/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
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,...

Care Member says "We have moved around a bit and used 4 different daycare centers. We rank Hilltop at the top. Our child was very happy there. "

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Gardening & Exploring With Children

566 E. Barham Drive Apt. 156 San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
Philosophy: Our Family Home Daycare, Gardening and Exploring with Children, are committed to providing a health and safety environment with children and meeting their own individual needs. We give good quality care and respect each child's individuality. We also provide community resources for families. Teacher's...

Josefina G. says "Respectful and caring daycare provider"

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Mali's Home Child Care

17892 Creciente Way San Diego, CA

5.0(57)

State license verified

Mali's Home Day Care is LICENSED and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Thurs, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Fridays) . I also accept children with the CDA, Navy/Childcareaware, and YMCA programs. About me: -I have 11 years of experience being a family home daycare owner. Within just general childcare, however, I have...

Care Member says "Our son went to Mali's for three years. He absolutely loved it and we knew he was well taken care of. Our son would run into her house everyday and talk...

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Teddy Bear Day Care

15271 Amalia St. San Diego, CA

5.0(12)

State license verified

Teddy Bear is a large, licensed, quality, and child care in a comfortable home setting. I am looking for some new friends from 4 months to 4 years of age to come and be part of Teddy Bear Day Care family!! I offer the following: Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 5:00 PM Breakfast & Lunch Healthy snacks potty...

Care Member says "Soni and her husband are the absolute best and I could not be more thankful for them. My child is always so happy to see Soni on a daily basis. She is...

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Cardiff Family Daycare

1618 Falcon Hill Ct Cardiff, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Your child can have fun learning! I focus learning in the following areas: Music, Arts & Crafts, Early Math & Science, Reading, Sensory Play, Role/Puppet Play, Gross & Fine Motor Skills, Social Skills, Good Manners, Cooking. My name is Jodie. My school is within my home, located in Cardiff off...

Lidia K. says "My daughter started at Cardiff Family Daycare in 2018 and my son started in 2020, and it has been such a great experience. Jodie has such a nurturing heart...

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Daycare centers near you in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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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