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Mortazavi Samar family homedaycare

6730 Solterra Vista Pkwy SAN DIEGO, CA

starting at
$1900/mo
Academic
International
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
• Philosophy of my Childcare is for children to learn: - How to live in a peaceable environment. SOLVING). - How to resolve conflict peacefully (PROBLEM - How to appreciate diversity. - How their ideas are unique. - How to feel safe and confident _ promote their creative mind Learning how to live with others peacefully...
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Nashwa Home Care

10794 Carmel Mountain Rd San Diego, CA

Child care
-Cozy environment, -Entertainment, -Healthy meals and snacks provided, - YMCA & CDA accepted.
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Snyder Family Daycare

6844 Ballinger Ave San Diego, CA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
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 believe in encouraging their natural...
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Caryl Hall's Family Daycare/ Little Bears Family Daycare

1353 Law Street San Diego, CA

5.0(5)
I offer full-time, part-time, or drop-in child care out of my North Pacific Beach home. I accept children between two months to five years. Most of my children start as infants or toddlers, and stay with me until they fully transition into preschool or kindergarten. We read stories, draw and paint, listen and dance to music and...

Lisa D says "Caryl Hall has been my day care provider/nanny for 8 years and we currently still use her services. Caryl has been taking care of our daughter Ashley, since...

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Mimi's Place

3137 El Cajon Blvd. #43 San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
In-Home daycare
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 Pre-School: $125 weekly We offer a...

Jamie G. says "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...

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ANAB FAMILY CHILDCARE

4515 51st Street SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$2000/mo
Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
Anab Family Child Care Hade is a home away from home. Step into a home-like environment at Anab Family Child Care Hade, where we treat every child as if they were our own. Our Daycare in San Diego provides a balanced approach to learning, giving children the foundations they need to succeed. Our childcare programs are designed...
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Medina Learning Center

6064 University Avenue SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
Medina Learning Center is a licensed preschool center offering educational experiences and kindergarten readiness programs for up to 39 children located at 6064 University Ave in Mid-City in San Diego, CA.
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Imperial Learning Academy

7210 LISBON STREET SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Day Care
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Special needs
In-Home daycare
At Little Learners, your child is welcomed into a warm, inclusive space that feels like a second home. Through play, exploration, and connection, we support each child’s individual development while fostering creativity, confidence, and cooperation. Our nurturing educators promote a love for learning and work hand-in-hand with...

Asho Farah Sunshine Family Daycare

4238 Altadena Avenue San Diego, CA

State license verified

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 parents are busy, I can drop and...

Jaycare

8660 Cordial Rd San Diego, CA

Male operated small home daycare in El Cajon, CA. We provide a fun educational experience with a male role model. Nice backyard with artificial grass and exercise. Classroom learning center with excellent cots for nap times. Provides snacks and lunch and will do drop off babysitting for all enrolled kids. One house cat on...

D. Rite Family Daycare

. San Diego, CA

Dunn Rite Family Daycare currently serving the San Diego area, I've been in business since 2008. I create a loving and learning environment for all children that are in my facility, we teach every child their letters, colors, and numbers ect... So they will be ready for school. I also provide homework time for all of the school...

Baker Homecare

3870 Armstrong Street San Diego, CA

I am providing childcare in my home for children who are 5 years and older. I can entertain your children and tailor activities according to their needs. I am also a registered nurse and am experienced with caring for all types of children. I have two great parks within walking distance from my home. I also have an eight year...

Just Like Home

3253 1/2 Kearny Villa Lane San Diego, CA

We are currently accepting non-potty trained children and will work closely with parents to get children potty trained when they are ready. We accept infants to school age children. We keep our groups small to focus on one on one care. We will honor special dietary needs with the help of the parents. Meals and snacks are...

Creating Gifted Children

1404 Avenida De Las Adelsas San Diego, CA

Academic
Faith based
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
This is a play based learning atmosphere for the most important time in a child's life, the formative years. We have a unique surrounding with art, music, small and large motor skills. The children have a big play yard with a garden to tend to and a very friendly large turtle they can ride on!
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
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 following: Breakfast, Lunch, and two snacks Potty training STEAM curriculum, character development program Christian principles...

Belo's Day Care

3781 Ashford Street San Diego, CA

Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
We are an in-home licensed family day care that provide top quality child care treating every child as family. Plenty of great references will agree and are available.

A BEE C CHILDCARE

470 Island Breeze Ln San Diego, CA

Kindergarten
A Bee C Childcare is a child care center at 470 Island Breeze Ln, San Diego licensed by the state of California. Their center offers part-time and full-time programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school aged children. Their center highlights an affordable child care at a fun and safe environment.

Amazing Stars Childrens place

12948 Va Caballo Rojo San Diego, CA

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
We're a daughter and mother childcare/preschool. Tiffanie is a master preschool teacher and I'm a mother of 4 with 32 years of experience with children. Our home is a great safe and lovely place,where your child will learn so many new things. We have a daily schedule where your child will learn to read,write,arts and...

The Vine Preschool #1

2130 Ulric Street SAN DIEGO, CA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care

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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in San Diego, CA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

When you drop your child off near you in San Diego, CA, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in San Diego, CA you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Drop-in child care hours in San Diego, CA will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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