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Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 468 reviews of the 457 listed daycares

Serena's Smiling Sun

I was very lucky to have my daughter in Serena‘s care from the age of one till 3 1/2 when my child started preschool. There just aren’t...

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My daughter has been going here for one year since she was 21 months. She loves Miss Elham and daycare. Elham is so loving and kind and has...

- Neda

Sylvia's Family Child Care

We love Sylvia's Family Daycare! We had our three (very active!) boys there for 2.5 years. Sylvia and her team consistently provided a safe,...

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Serena's Smiling Sun

3286 Mercer Lane San Diego, CA

5.0(25)

State license verified

Serena's Smiling Sun is a Licensed Family Childcare/Daycare located in San Diego, UTC/UC area, California (License # 376628111). It provides care for children newborn to 4 years of age, 5 days a week (or even 2 or 3 days a week. I also accept a daily drop-in if I have availability) from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM (occasionally other...

Care Member says "I was very lucky to have my daughter in Serena‘s care from the age of one till 3 1/2 when my child started preschool. There just aren’t enough good...

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14504 Penasquitos Dr San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

My name is Elham and I have a Large Family Child Care, Licensed by the State of California. I have earned my bachelor's degree in Sociology and my associate's degree in child development. I have dedicated over 23 years to the education and growth of young children through experience as a Preschool teacher and through years of...

Neda says "My daughter has been going here for one year since she was 21 months. She loves Miss Elham and daycare. Elham is so loving and kind and has been wonderful to...

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Care Member says "We love Sylvia's Family Daycare! We had our three (very active!) boys there for 2.5 years. Sylvia and her team consistently provided a safe, loving, fun...

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Nenes Family Day Care

1885 Katella St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool

Allie V says "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...

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Nicole P

1770 Grand Ave., APT. C San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Hi parents! My name is Nicole, and I am 27 years old. I am an alumni of the University of San Diego (USD). I majored in psychology and minored in philosophy. I am enthusiastically looking for a family who is in need of a live-in nanny/ sitter/mother's helper/ errand runner! I am available to begin work February 16th,...

Stefanie B. says "Nicole interviewed with me for a position that I did not end up filling. I was highly impressed with her communication skills in person, via email, etc....

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Angel Day Care

4175 Lodi Way San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Child care

Dave J says "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...

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Little Sprouts Academy

6690 Mission Gorge Road San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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 food. Many preschools and daycare...

Myriah M. says "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...

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Al-Rribat Academy

7183A SARANAC ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
WE'RE CREATING A BETTER FUTURE FOR OUR CHILDREN. Physical Activities : Outdoor play in a safe en environment to encourage exercise and play. Licensed Arabic/English Education: CenterDedicated in fostering an environment filled with developmental learning and exploration.

Lina H. says "I took both of my daughters there, my oldest girl is going to be 7 so she attended there since she was allowed which 2 years of age it was 2018 , and she is...

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Carmel Mountain Preschool

9510 Carmel Mountain Road San Diego, CA

5.0(61)
Carmel Mountain Preschool is a privately owned preschool and offers part time and full time programs for children from 18 months to Kindergarten Prep. We also offer a school age program for elementary student for local schools in Rancho Penasquitos.

Ori V. says "It has been an amazing experience to see our daughter Olivia grow and thrive for the past 2.5 years at the CMP. After trying two other schools prior, I can...

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La Jolla Children's Learning Lab

10068 Pacific Heights Blvd San Diego, CA

2.6(5)
Child care
LaJolla Children's Learning Lab uses an exclusive educational program which provides unlimited opportunities for the development of the whole child. There's a unique curriculum for every age level, centered on developmentally appropriate and fun activities that help children develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, and...

Marina G. says "I don't understand the negative reviews. The director and assistant director are great. They know all the parents and really care about the kids. I have 2...

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Kiddies Korner Family Day Care

8748 Gold Coast Dr. San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
This large family day care is enrolling now. Hurry up, we have limited spots. Educational preschool, Friendly staff, Reasonable price, Clean, A lot of toys and activities, (858) 269-7035 Sally

Melody A. says "that center is relay clean and Educational center, All teachers are awesome. I recommended to the neighbors, "bring your kids hear""

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Happy Time Daycare

6217 Estelle St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
The Happy Time Daycare located at 6217 Estelle Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It also offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks.

Yolanda J says "I took my special needs daughter to Happy Time Daycare and she was so happy.she came home singing counting and saying her abc's.i am very happy with this...

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San Diego Surf Lessons

740 Felspar St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
San Diego Surf Lessons has provided safe, fun, and exciting surf lessons and camps for the past 14 years! Founded in 2000 San Diego Surf Lessons continuously provides the best surf instruction to inexperienced and experienced surfers alike. Our friendly, highly trained and certified instructors will guide you through an...
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Happy Smiles Daycare/Preschool

13288 Entreken Ave San Diego, CA

4.2(10)
Happy Smiles Daycare is a loving place set up with your child's fun, health, safety, and childhood education in mind. My name is Maribel, I am the Director of Happy Smiles Daycare and my goal is to provide your child with excellent care that will nourish and help him/her blossom and feel loved. I am a energetic mom with a...

Ezaree E. says "As first time parents, we didn't know you had to get on wait lists right when you got pregnant in order to ensure care for your child if both parents...

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Pepper Grove Childrens School

1544 Klauber Ave Ste 3114 San Diego, CA

4.5(2)
Child care

Chris H. says "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...

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Pigtails And Snails Home Day Care

4633 Shields Street San Diego, CA

5.0(2)
Welcome to Pigtails and Snails Home Daycare. We are a military family located in Tierrasanta. I am state licensed and approved to offer NACCRRA Operation Military Child Care (OMCC) program, I have also applied to become a CDH provider and am currently waiting on approval. We have two wonderful sons ages 9 and 1 and 2 dogs. My...

Courtney says "Tina is an amazing care giver, provider, and mother. She treats my boys like they are her own. I know when I leave my kids with her they are going to be...

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New Venture Christian Preschool

4000 Mystra Way San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
We are a christian preschool with smaller ratios. We teach Bible curriculum along with the fundamentals. Our children learn through exploring through all of their senses. Please come tour today and learn about all of our educational offerings.

Christina N. says "Never been here before or used the preschool. Just wanted to say that I believe this is in Oceanside, not in San Diego. Bummer- I was considering it...

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Honey Bear Preschool & Child Care Center

4426 Mentone St San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 individual and stimulates a child's natural interest in, and enjoyment of, learning.

Stephen P says "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...

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Spring Dawn's Neighborhood Daycare

3230 Copley Ave. San Diego, CA

State license verified

Spring's Neighborhood Daycare is an independently owned state licensed home day care conveniently located in the central San Diego neighborhood of Normal Heights. 92116 Spring's Neighborhood Daycare offers a safe and secure place for your baby and young toddler to learn, grow and play with a conscious regard for the child's...
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Viana's Daycare

7735 Via Solare San Diego, CA

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 years of experience with...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you 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.

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.

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.

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.

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