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Little Sprouts Academy
5.0
What a wonderful school! The rooms are so bright, clean and welcoming. The staff truly care about our family and always are so genuine and friendly. I couldn't imagine sending our little girl anywhere else. We are so happy we found Little Sprouts for our little sprout!
- Myriah M
Olga's Family Childcare
5.0
My child started going to this daycare at the age of 2 ....she stopped going daily at the age of 6 and then just went during the summer . My child is now 12 and she still asks to go back during her breaks from school.She has made great friends there who she is still in contact with ...Olga is a...
- Lili
Fleur De Lis School Inc
5.0
An incredible school! My daughter has flourished over the last couple of years there.
- Laura R
Learn N Play Childcare
5.0
* Safe and nurturing environment
* Twelve years of experience: teaching and caring for children
* Bilingual, CPR and First Aid Certified
* Hours Monday through Friday from four to six "flexible"
* All meals and transportation available
* Military/Law Enforcement discount and NACCRA Certified
*...
- Grace G
Fun Time Family Child Care
5.0
My sons, Ryder and Shane have been coming to Ms. May's daycare for almost over a year. They're always excited to go and never cry when I drop them off. Though my kids are only in the ages of 2 and 3, they already know how to count from 1-20 in English, Spanish, and Tagalog. They also know their...
- Jian H
Daycares in San Diego, CA
5.0
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Little Sprouts Child Enrichment Academy is a preschool and daycare center that provides organic and natural meals for your child. We believe that in order for your "Little Sprout" to grow to their full potential both developmentally and physically, they need a variety of high quality, nutritious...
5.0
"What a wonderful school! The rooms are so bright, clean and welcoming. The staff truly care about our family and always are so genuine and friendly. I couldn't imagine sending our little girl anywhere else. We are so happy we found Little Sprouts for our little...
Myriah M
5.0
(1)
I've been a Child daycare provider for the last 15 years and I am proud of it.
The children I care for fulfill my life, therefore I make sure they grow up with love and care.
My experience and certifications on the field enable me to keep my business going and my clients happy.
Our location is...
5.0
"My child started going to this daycare at the age of 2 ....she stopped going daily at the age of 6 and then just went during the summer . My child is now 12 and she still asks to go back during her breaks from school.She has made great friends there who she is...
Lili
5.0
(2)
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 through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep....
5.0
"An incredible school! My daughter has flourished over the last couple of years there."
Laura R
3.0
(2)
Learn N Play Childcare located in San Diego, CA offers quality Childcare and Before & After School Care programs for children ages zero through twelve years old. The center offers a nurturing environment and a family atmosphere allowing children's growth and development.
5.0
"* Safe and nurturing environment
* Twelve years of experience: teaching and caring for children
* Bilingual, CPR and First Aid Certified
* Hours Monday through Friday from four to six "flexible"
* All meals and transportation available
* Military/Law Enforcement...
Grace G
5.0
(1)
-19 years experience working with infant, toddlers, preschoolers, and after school ages
-AA Degree in Child Development
-Worked for Head Start Program for 9 years
-Have a large license and provide services from 6 weeks to 12 years old
-Open 5 days/week from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m....
5.0
"My sons, Ryder and Shane have been coming to Ms. May's daycare for almost over a year. They're always excited to go and never cry when I drop them off. Though my kids are only in the ages of 2 and 3, they already know how to count from 1-20 in English, Spanish,...
Jian H
5.0
(1)
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: $200 weekly
Full-Time Toddler Rates 2-3: $150 weekly
Full-Time Potty Trained to...
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 pre-school now and we are sad to go! Nika and her assistant...
Jamie G
5.0
(1)
Established in 2010, Lia’s Childcare provides preschool and childcare services. It is located at 4020 69th St San Diego CA. Operating hours are from 7:00am to 6:00pm.
5.0
"They are very good and caring... I don't know why other preschool did kick him out about bad behavior... maybe my son need more attention and plus too many kids there.this family preschool did teach him very good behavior... he told me he did nothing wrong with bad...
Kim L
5.0
(1)
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 prekindergarten. The Center offers an Infant and Toddler Program, Preschool Program, and...
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. Our kindergarten teacher told us that she loved it when...
Melanie R
5.0
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5.0
"I looked at 5 other daycare's before finally deciding on Ms. Irene's family daycare.
My 2 year old son loves going to this daycare. Ms. Irene does everything that a would be expected out of a great daycare provider AND more.
She is kind, loving, careful and she...
Allie V
5.0
(1)
5.0
"Angel Day Care carefully, competently, and compassionately watched over our little girl for over 2 years. If it weren't for preschool, she'd still be at Angel Day Care. I cannot imagine another a better day care."
Dave J
4.5
(2)
5.0
"After a very bad experience with village kids daycare I found this place. What a blessing, this daycare is owned and run by a retired teacher. My daughter loves it very well organized, very cost effective and safe. At 130 a week that includes meals. The two ladies...
Chris H
Now onto our 12th year!
Thank you Mission Hills!
Hello Family, I'm Cat, and along with my family, I'm very happy and honored to open
"A NEW GNOME Family Daycare" in San Diego, Rancho Penasquitos.
Our Family Daycare is Bilingual, and children here can learn Italian while playing surrounded by love, serenity, and happiness.
We are inspired by...
Morning*Star Daycare has been open since 2000, lovingly caring for children ages birth-age 3. We create age appropriate indoor/outdoor activities and focus on fine and gross motor skills for each child. We provide infant music, movement and sensory enrichment. Each day we spend time on music (with...
My name is Asho Farah. My home daycare is open 24 hours everyday. I have experience working with children since 2011. I used to work at Iftin Charter School with school kids. I speak English, Arabic, Swahili, and Somali. At the daycare, Children have a good environment to do their homework. When...
My Name is Makisha Mcneil the Director of Dreambig Family ChildCare, Providing a safe and healthy environment for infants and children. Our school offers Infant and Toddler Care, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and School-Age programs. We've been serving families in the community for more than 10years....
My daycare is LICENSED by the State of California (License #376627456 and OPEN from Monday-Friday (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). My rate $250 for infants is $275 per week for full-time.
Hello Everyone!
My name is Mina and I have opened up my own family childcare home this year. However, I have had several...
My daycare provides a safe, comfortable, and happy environment for children to thrive and learn. I implement best practices for fostering healthy growth, and learning for young children through engaging activities, playtime, and daily routines.
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 offer a unique combination of curriculum and play based learning that allows each child to...
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.
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in San Diego, CA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in San Diego, CA?
Daycare centers near you in San Diego, 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.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in San Diego, CA?
Daycares near you in San Diego, 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.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in San Diego, CA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in San Diego, 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.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in San Diego, CA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in San Diego, 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.
Ratings for San Diego, CA daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 455 reviews of the 268 listed daycares.