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Nicole's Little Ducklings

5.0

My daughters have been going to Nicole's for a few months now and Nicole and her family are absolutely amazing! Nicole is very experienced and loves what she does, and it definitely shows in the care she provides to my daughters. She does her absolute best to make sure that their needs are being...

- Jessie H

Happy Hilltop Childcare

5.0

If you're looking for a first class pre-school for your little one at a reasonable price, look no further! "Kate's Happy Hilltop" has all the bells and whistles! The individual personal love and attention she gives each and every child is priceless. Her program includes: -A warm and secure...

- Kim S

Alvarez Family Daycare

5.0

Annmarie took care of my two daughters when I went back to work. They both LOVED going there and still want to go back and visit. My husband is a fireman and there were times he got stuck on shift and she was always there to help me out. I would recommend her to anyone!

- Amy M

Children of The King Daycare Center

5.0

Both my children attended this daycare center. The level of professionalism was amazing. It was the perfect mix of scholastic and fun, all grounded in a Christ centered environment. Ms. Sena treats each child there as if they were her own. If you're looking for a safe environment where your children...

- April

Tonya's Day Care

5.0

Tonya's day care is great.She is like a second mom to my daughter.Very clean home.Always does fun activities. and encourages the kids to learn and interact with each other.I personally don't like my child to be plopped in front of the tv all day.At Tonya's she entertains the children ,teaches...

- Angela B

Drop-in child care in El Cajon, CA

Nicole's Little Ducklings

Nicole's Little Ducklings

9041 El Dorado Parkway, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $14/hr

5.0

(4)

Hello parents! My title is neither nanny, nor daycare center, as I fall wonderfully in between. You get all the benefits of both with me. No large groups of children fighting for attention & passing viruses around! Yet, I provide all meals, snacks, learning & craft supplies at no extra charge....
5.0
"My daughters have been going to Nicole's for a few months now and Nicole and her family are absolutely amazing! Nicole is very experienced and loves what she does, and it definitely shows in the care she provides to my daughters. She does her absolute best to make...

Jessie H


Tiny Tots Preschool and Childcare

Tiny Tots Preschool and Childcare

1960 Siesta Calle, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $174/wk

Our passion is helping people! We have Over 20 Years Experience! Loving, Kind, Caring, Dedicated Caregivers. Clean, Safe & Secure Environment. CPR & First Aid Certified. Preschool Curriculum. FREE Potty Training Assistance. Nutrition Program- All Meals/ Snacks Provided FREE. Low Child...

Monarch Gardens Preschool LLC

Monarch Gardens Preschool LLC

488 Nothomb Street, El Cajon, CA

Starting at $9/hr

Hello my name is Mary and I am a new teacher in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon. I started this home based preschool with the vision of creating a nurturing environment for learning and getting your preschooler ready for kindergarten. Lil Monarchs have circle time, outdoor play and one on one...

Children's Choice

350 Prescott Ave, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

We are a private preschool with 7 locations looking to fill out openings and hire more staff. We are located in El Cajon, Santee, and Lakeside. We offer care for children ages 6 weeks to 16 years old. Call us at 619-249-4328 to be directed to the center closest to you. We offer full curriculum and...

Julia's Rancho San Diego Daycare

11959 Via Granero, El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $173/wk

Julia's Rancho San Diego Daycare is a small family licensed in-home daycare. License # 376622341. Loving clean environment for children to learn, play and grow. Flexible hours. Accepting full-time, part-time and drop ins (hourly). Nutritous meals provided.

Happy Hilltop Childcare

Happy Hilltop Childcare

9591 Upland Street, Spring Valley, CA

Starting at $175/wk

5.0

(1)

Hello! Are you looking for an environment with multi-aged curriculum, but want a comfortable home environment? Stop here! My name is Katherine and I have been running my home as a Child Development Home for almost 9 years. I have my mother and my mother-in-law who also help me run my program. We...
5.0
"If you're looking for a first class pre-school for your little one at a reasonable price, look no further! "Kate's Happy Hilltop" has all the bells and whistles! The individual personal love and attention she gives each and every child is priceless. Her program...

Kim S


Alvarez Family Daycare

Alvarez Family Daycare

116 Wintercreek Pl, Santee, CA

Costimate: $239/wk

5.0

(3)

Open Monday thru Friday 7:00am- 5:00pm I am licensed and First Aid/CPR certified. I accept children from 6 weeks old to 4 years old Children will be fed, changed and napped. I help with potty training. We read, learn colors, shapes and numbers. I have a good size backyard and a park across the...
5.0
"Annamarie took care of all 3 of my children from 8 weeks old to 3 years old full time. They were well cared for, and more importantly loved by the whole family. They were happy to go there every day and happy when they came home!"

Annette S


Children of The King Daycare Center

Children of The King Daycare Center

808 Golden Ave, Lemon Grove, CA

Starting at $185/wk

5.0

(1)

Here at Children of the King, your child will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities, which promote all aspects of development. Family childcare provides for children the comfort and experience of belonging to an extended family. My approach to childcare is child...
5.0
"Both my children attended this daycare center. The level of professionalism was amazing. It was the perfect mix of scholastic and fun, all grounded in a Christ centered environment. Ms. Sena treats each child there as if they were her own. If you're looking for a...

April


Tonya's Day Care

Tonya's Day Care

9130 Shadow Hill Rd., Santee, CA

Costimate: $235/wk

5.0

(1)

Tonya's Day Care is a licensed In-Home Child Care center approved and inspected by the state of California. I have been in business for about 18 years, so I have plenty of experience with all ages and many different children. Currently, I also have two employees who have received background checks...
5.0
"Tonya's day care is great.She is like a second mom to my daughter.Very clean home.Always does fun activities. and encourages the kids to learn and interact with each other.I personally don't like my child to be plopped in front of the tv all day.At Tonya's she...

Angela B


Little Hearts Childcare

Little Hearts Childcare

10121 Destiny Mountain Ct, Spring Valley, CA

Starting at $19/hr

License: 376628407 I am a mother of two girls (3 years and 12 years old). I am a licensed family/home childcare provider. I am also an online community college instructor of anthropology so I can help your child with homework and provide a home away from home while they are under my care. My mom...

C's Daycare & Early Education

C's Daycare & Early Education

2879 Morning Creek Rd., Chula Vista, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

Hello everyone welcome to C's Daycare & Early Education! We have been open for 12 years now caring for children aged 1 month to 6 years of age . C's Daycare encourages positive childhood development by providing opportunities for your child to meet new friends, try out new activities...

Snyder Family Daycare

Snyder Family Daycare

6844 Ballinger Ave, San Diego, CA

Starting at $250/wk

Every child is unique and I believe that success and growth come from encouragement and praise. My focus is on building every child s self esteem and confidence through positive feedback and rewards. I nurture their natural strengths. A child see s the world around them with wonder and awe, I...

Spring Valley Daycare By De'

Spring Valley Daycare By De'

8527 Lake Bluff Cir, Spring Valley, CA

Starting at $165/wk

Hello Parents/Guardians Thank you for choosing De's Family Daycare for your day care needs! I operate a small family home daycare and I'm different than most Day Care centers because the number of children that I enroll is limited. By staying small I am able to provide the quality care and...

ICM Child Care

ICM Child Care

Bancroft Dr, La Mesa, CA

Costimate: $194/wk

Leave your child in loving hands in a fun, nurturing, early learning daycare, located in the beautiful Mt.Helix area in a safe neighborhood. At ICM, Children are cared for by highly qualified, experienced, caring staff who work as a team to ensure children receive high quality care and education....

All About Kids Preschool

12464 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA

Costimate: $176/wk

5.0

(1)

Our program offers full time, part time and drop in care. All About Kids staff is caring and dedicated, with years of service to the community! Center staff CPR and First Aid Certified, with comprehensive background completed prior to employment. We offer a comprehensive infant & toddler program...
5.0
"Amazing staff!! My daughter has been going here since she was 3 and will be going back during summer!!!"

Tiffany S


ICM Child Care Center

ICM Child Care Center

Bancroft Dr, La Mesa, CA

Starting at $280/wk

4.0

(1)

A Day or Long-term care for your child at a Fun, nurturing, early learning daycare. Located in a safe neighborhood in Mt.Helix, La Mesa. At our daycare, we focus on your child and their needs. Children spend their time listening and reading storybooks, coloring, planting, and many more activities....
4.0
"iCM Tech. It's about doing what is right for the right reasons. Not for attention, accolades, or rewards- but simply because it is the right thing to do."

Dayana I


ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL INC

4816 Glen St, La Mesa, CA

Starting at $820/mo

The Saint Andrew's Episcopal, Incorporated located at 4816 Glen Street, La Mesa, California, provides basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to three-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten...

Veronica's Daycare

685 San Jacinto Pl., Chula Vista, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

-Bilingual Environment -Infant Stimulation -Child Development -Play & Learn -Arts & Crafts - Safe & Nurturing Home

Kids Village Learning Center LLC

Kids Village Learning Center LLC

33 Rutledge Road, Wethersfield, CT

Costimate: $250/wk

5.0

(3)

At Kids Village Learning Center we offer full-time and part-time care for infants through age 5 along with before & after school care for children ages 5 through 12. We will offer a drop in by the hour care for those who need last minute care.
5.0
"We have known Jasna Duric for over an year now. She worked with us as a caregiver for our three year old daughter. Jasna is a tremendously responsible person. I know her to be a conscientious individual who invests positive energy and time in providing her own kids...

Raghava P


Playhouse Daycare And Drop-in

Playhouse Daycare And Drop-in

641 Twin View Dr, Murfreesboro, TN

Costimate: $178/wk

5.0

(1)

We provide weekly childcare services as well as drop-in care. We provide overnight care as well. Enroll at www.playhousedaycaredropin.org
5.0
"I wouldn't ask for a better place and care taker as Ms. Nicole. She is wonderful with kids and extremely patient. Best prices too!"

Jasmine W


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