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Recent daycare reviews in San Diego, CA

Sanfilippo Childcare

5.0

Angela has been my child care provider since my daughter was 3 months old. She is very warm and welcoming and you can rest assured that your child is in good hands with her. Angela also sends text updates throughout the day with photos of my daughter which I love receiving. She is a wonderful and...

- Lissa C

Cajudo Ana Family Child Care

5.0

Definitely a place where you have ease and peace of mind to leave your child with!!! Ana is really good with her daycare kids, even her family is involve in caring for her kids in care.Love her dearly <3

- Evangelyn J

Judy's Family Childcare

5.0

Judy has taken care of my daughter for three years, and I couldn't recommend her more highly. She's not just a daycare provider, she's "Mama Judy." With Judy, I know that my child is not just sitting on a couch, watching television. I know that she's at the park, or the zoo, or a museum, or in the...

- Danielle A

Fran's Day Care

5.0

Fran is a fantastic daycare provider with over 20 years of experience. She has taken care of my daughter for over a year. I couldn't be happier! She is hands on, loving and nurturing. I can relax in knowing my baby is being very well taken care of. I highly recommend Fran's Day Care!

- Elena P

Nieves Family Daycare

5.0

My took my son to Little Family Daycare for few weeks and he loved it there! Joyce was very loving and caring with my son. :)

- Lorena

Daycares in San Diego, CA

5.0

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Sanfilippo Childcare

631 W Redwood St, San Diego, CA 92103

Starting at $400/wk

Sanfilippo Childcare

Description:

Hi, I'm Angela, I'm 56 years old and have been an active child daycare provider for over 30 years. I'm located in the Mission Hills area and have a warm and loving home that has a large outdoor area for child...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Angela is great! Both of our daughters spent 2 years there, and to this day they still talk about their time with Angela. We found Angela after calling the YMCA resource center, and we couldn't have gotten...

Reviewed by Jessica H

5.0

(10)

Cajudo Ana Family Child Care

2351 Tulip St., San Diego, CA 92105

Starting at $350/wk

Cajudo Ana Family Child Care

Description:

State licensed childcare #376617374 and a provider since November 2005. My home is a safe place where children ages from 8 weeks to 5 years old are valued as individuals and where their need for attention,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We love Ms. Ana (or Mama as the boys call her)! Our son has been in her care since he was 4 months old and is only leaving now at 2 1/2 because we are moving. She cares for the kids like her own; they have...

Reviewed by Kelcey E

5.0

(7)

Judy's Family Childcare

4014 34th Street, San Diego, CA 92104

Starting at $180/wk

Judy's Family Childcare

Description:

With over two decades of experience in early childhood education, at Judy's Family Child Care, you and your child aren't clients - you are family. We provide nutritious meals, field trips, and a creative...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Ms. Judy is a true treasure. She combines many years of experience with genuine love and care for the children under her care. Her daycare focuses on teaching kids kindness, respect, sharing, all while letting...

Reviewed by Nurith A

5.0

(14)

Fran's Day Care

3485 Reynard Way Unit C, San Diego, CA 92103

Starting at $425/wk

Fran's Day Care

Description:

Hi Parents, My name is Francesca Sanfilippo (formerly Sciuto) and I have been running a licensed and insured, in-home daycare in my lovely home in the Mission Hills area for over 32 years. I am and remain...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Like all the other moms here, I love Fran and strongly encourage you to consider her for your infant's care. I have known Fran for nearly 10 years!! Before I had children I knew she ran a daycare, and I was...

Reviewed by Hui X

5.0

(12)

Nieves Family Daycare

4921 Dassco Ct., San Diego, CA 92102

Starting at $350/wk

Nieves Family Daycare

Description:

Hello Families, Thank you for your interest. I am Joyce, a licensed childcare provider. I have been helping San Diego families for nearly 10 years. I am also a mother of two boys who are growing up way too...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Joyce is an amazing care provider. She provided back up care for my daughter when i needed it. She made my daughter feel comfortable and welcome from day one. While there my daughter received excellent care.

Reviewed by Miriam K

5.0

(1)

The ZenTotz Program: Yoga for Youth!

5064 Brighton Avenue, San Diego, CA 92107

The ZenTotz Program: Yoga for Youth!

Description:

Our day camps combine peaceful mindfulness practices with hands-on art activities, yoga & creative/cooperative games. Participants will blissfully experience mindful movement, develop compassion, discover...

Recent review:

5.0
We've loved every experience with Zentotz! My daughter feels a sense of calm after her classes! Highly recommend

Reviewed by Lisa B

5.0

(34)

The New Haven

2640 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, CA 92106

Starting at $1468/mo

The New Haven

Description:

We are a unique solution to this new era of working from home by providing a space for parents to work in our co-working space while their children are cared for in our Montessori Classroom. Our membership...
5.0

(1)

Tanita Family Daycare

2507 Charsworth Blvd, San Diego, CA 92106

Costimate: $307/wk

Description:

Daycare for 6 mo to 3 1/2 yrs. Children are taught the basics of a successful life: structure, discipline, concentration and effort, respect for others, manners, consideration, social skills, and a lot of...

Recent review:

5.0
We've been taking our daughter to Auntie for over a year now, and are so grateful we were able to find such a caring, thoughtful person to care for her. Auntie is wonderful, she teaches the kids to be polite,...

Reviewed by Rae W

5.0

(1)

By the Bay Daycare

2510 Clairemont Drive Unit 204, San Diego, CA 92101

Costimate: $223/wk

Description:

At By the Bay Daycare, our mission is to provide a nurturing and educational environment where children feel safe and parents can have peace of mind knowing their children are at their home away from home.

Recent review:

5.0
Our little one just turn out 1 year old and this was new to us; I can't say enough of how much peace of mind I had leaving our Sofie at Vanessa's care! She is truly caring, she loves what she does, the kids...

Reviewed by Cristina G

5.0

(1)

Starting Small Family Daycare

867 Morrison Street, San Diego, CA 92102

Starting at $60/day

Starting Small Family Daycare

Description:

Hello and thank you for looking. My name is Tammy. With degrees in Child Development and Inspired by child development's best, I bring fun, excitement, and love for learning into young minds and lives. My...

Recent review:

5.0
Miss Tammy is AMAZING! She loves my son and the other kids like they are her own! She is so patient and kind! I appreciate how she spends a few minutes chatting with each parent as they drop off their child....

Reviewed by Nicole C

5.0

(1)

St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St, San Diego, CA 92103

Starting at $1015/mo

St Paul's Senior Services

Description:

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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 daughter knows her abc's, numbers, colors shapes and so...

Reviewed by Rachel M

5.0

(1)

Bosforo Diana Family Child Care

1003 Bush Street B, San Diego, CA 92103

Starting at $65/day

Bosforo Diana Family Child Care

Description:

Hello, my name is Diana Bosforo and I have been an excellent daycare provider for the past 30 years. I have owned my state license for many years, I am CPR certified, and I am also a member of the YMCA child...

Recent review:

5.0
Diana is as close as you can get to dropping off your child at grandma's house--she truly cares about the kids, and has a genuine bond. We started taking our son to Diana when he was 4 months old and he is now...

Reviewed by Julia V

5.0

(1)

Honey Bear Preschool & Child Care Center

4426 Mentone St, San Diego, CA 92107

Starting at $220/wk

Description:

The preschool philosophy of Honey Bear Preschool and Child Care Center is to provide a developmentally appropriate program for young children that fosters the whole child concept, respects each child as an...

Recent review:

5.0
Every parent I have met, whose child has attended Honey Bear Preschool and Childcare Center has loved it. The hours are flexible and there is a wealth of activities.

Reviewed by Stephen P

5.0

(2)

Fleur De Lis School Inc

3743 Front St, San Diego, CA 92103

Costimate: $356/wk

Description:

Fleur De Lis School Incorporated located at 3743 Front Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school's business operating hours is from seven AM to six PM, Mondays...

Recent review:

5.0
An incredible school! My daughter has flourished over the last couple of years there.

Reviewed by Laura R

5.0

(1)

Mimi's Place

3137 El Cajon Blvd. #43, San Diego, CA 92104

Costimate: $272/wk

Mimi's Place

Description:

Mimi's Place - License #376621683 3137 El Cajon Blvd. #43, San Diego, CA 92104 M - F 24 hour availability For November & December - 1 week of free care after 4 weeks of care Full-Time Infant Rates 0-2:...

Recent review:

5.0
We've been going to Mimi's place since our daughter was an infant and LOVE it! Nika the owner is kind, courteous and so helpful when it comes to each stage of development. Our daughter is moving on to...

Reviewed by Jamie G

5.0

(1)

Bay Park Early Learning Center

1955 Chicago St, San Diego, CA 92110

Costimate: $333/wk

Description:

Located in San Diego, California, Bay Park Early Learning Center is one of the two branches of San Diego Early Childhood Learning Centers. It provides a year-round program for children ages three months up to...

Recent review:

5.0
My daughter attended BPELC for one year with Miss Jill after we moved to Bay Park. We had a great experience there- the director is very involved and positive, and the teachers are very caring and talented....

Reviewed by Melanie R

Miss Mae Daycare

1224 West Quince Street, San Diego, CA 92103

Starting at $245/wk

Miss Mae Daycare

Description:

Now onto our 12th year! Thank you Mission Hills!

Bolivar Mary Family Child Care

2164 Fenton Pkwy 106, San Diego, CA 92108

Starting at $380/wk

Description:

Hi there, I am a licensed Family Child Care home, I am a fun, loving and experienced provider. I have worked with kids from 3 months to 4 years old, I cater a small group of children, usually no more than six...

Tiny Teapots Preschool & Daycare

4156 Epsilon St, San Diego, CA 92113

Starting at $50/day

Tiny Teapots Preschool & Daycare

Description:

Hi everyone! We are a curriculum based in home daycare. Our staff/owner has 10+ years experience with children. Our program will provide the foundation that your child needs to flourish in kindergarten. We...

Elite Little Scholar's Childcare of San Diego LLC

2853 Wasp Way, San Diego, CA 92106

Costimate: $298/wk

Description:

Elite Little Scholars Childcare of San Diego LLC is located in Point Loma. We provide care to children ages 18 months to 12 years, Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We offer the...

Arielle's Child Care

8355 Station Village Lane, San Diego, CA 92108

Costimate: $381/wk

Arielle's Child Care

Description:

Arielle Sima RN, MSN

Julia's Child Care Service

1820 Upas St, San Diego, CA 92103

Costimate: $323/wk

Description:

My name is Julia and I am from Spokane, WA. I just moved to San Diego about a month ago and am waiting for my California nursing license to process. I worked on a neurology unit for the past year and a half at...

Robley Family Day Care

10933 Magna Lane, San Diego, CA 92101

Costimate: $240/wk

Description:

I have been operating my home daycare since 1992 and am licensed to watch 8 kids at a time. I am located out of Lakeside, CA.

ABC Little Hands

1050 B St, San Diego, CA 92101

Costimate: $223/wk

Description:

Mission. The ABC Little Hands - Cruz De Barbosa Maria Family Child Care mission is to plant a seed for tomorrow's greatness and enrich children emotionally, socially, mentally and physically by engaging with...

Kiddie Hall

600 B Street, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101

Description:

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great...

Lyric's Daycare

1787 Pentuckett Ave, San Diego, CA 92104

Starting at $275/wk

Description:

Located at 1787 Pentuckett Avenue, San Diego, California, Lyric's Daycare is a community based daycare that provides a nurturing and healthy environment to children ages 9 months to 4 years old. Care services...

Kid Planet Daycare and Preschool

3159 N Mountain View Dr, San Diego, CA 92116

Starting at $185/wk

Description:

Kid Planet Daycare and Preschool provides a fun, enriching, and nurturing place for children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old. The school offers lots of play time and fun, educational experiences that help promote...

The George G Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers Incorporated

3686 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Starting at $95/day

Description:

Our three centers offer dementia-specific adult day care programs Monday through Friday, Hillcrest and Encinitas from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and South Bay from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with full-day and half-day rates. Each...

Barrio Child Development Program

2138 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113

Starting at $200/wk

Description:

Barrio Child Development Program located in San Diego, CA is a center that provide a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a...

Normal Heights Children's Center

4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116

Starting at $150/wk

Description:

Normal Heights Children's Center located at 4650 Mansfield Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten...

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Average Rating4.4 / 5

Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 95 reviews of the 69 listed daycares.