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Gardening & Exploring With Children

5.0

Respectful and caring daycare provider

- Josefina G

In Home Child Care

5.0

I would highly recommend Jessica. She is very loving, nurturing and attentive to the kids. She makes learning fun and engaging.

- Randi

Kingdom Kidz Childcare

5.0

I can't thank these ladies enough! Alanna and Tiphanie are amazing! My son always comes home so happy. There's even times where he doesn't want to leave. They will send pictures and update me throughout the day. They have been very accommodating with my work schedule and I love all the activities...

- Melissa

Happy Times Family Child Care

5.0

Mrs Maria She is an excellent provider. She takes care of my baby. From the first day I met her, I knew that my baby could not be in better hands. She is a trustworthy and loving person. Thank you very much, Mrs. Maria, for all the love you give our children.

- Leticia B

Little Angels Daycare

5.0

Ellie is absolutely wonderful and my son adores her. We enrolled him when he was 11 months old and from the very first day we've known he was in great hands. I know he is loved, well fed and well rested when he's there, and when we pick him up he's usually not ready to leave! As a mother, there is...

- Lauren K

Drop-in child care in San Marcos, CA

Gardening & Exploring With Children

Gardening & Exploring With Children

566 E. Barham Drive Apt. 156, San Marcos, CA

Costimate: $214/wk

5.0

(1)

Philosophy: Our Family Home Daycare, Gardening and Exploring with Children, are committed to providing a health and safety environment with children and meeting their own individual needs. We give good quality care and respect each child's individuality. We also provide community resources for...
5.0
"Respectful and caring daycare provider"

Josefina G


Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care

Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care

531 Avenida Verde, San Marcos, CA

Starting at $200/wk

Tiny Fingers and Toes Childcare is a licensed Family Day Care facility with openings for children between 4 weeks old to school age. I am registered with the YMCA & CDA,CAL-WORKS and NACCRRA for our military family's. I am located in the Santa Fe Hills area in San Marcos it is a great, loving...

In Home Child Care

In Home Child Care

627 Boysenberry Way, Oceanside, CA

Starting at $18/hr

5.0

(8)

Hi my name is Jessica and i am a stay at home mom with my loving 2-year-old girl. We are looking to provide babysitting for another child age 1-6 in our home in Oceanside.I am a former Montessori preschool teacher with 10 years of experience & teaching credential leading a class of 18 children ages...
5.0
"Jessica is the most caring, patient & loving person you will ever meet. She has lots of experience with teaching and loves children. Not only is she a wonderful person but she is an amazing mother & your child will be in the best of care."

James


Kingdom Kidz Childcare

Kingdom Kidz Childcare

5345 Gooseberry Way, Oceanside, CA

Costimate: $237/wk

4.1

(17)

Hello! We are a licensed in home daycare (up to 14 children) . We have 20 years of experience for ALL ages. CPR certified & first aid. We accept drop in, half days, part time and full time care. We offer 10% discounts for siblings, military, police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers and...
5.0
"I love this daycare, they're super good with my baby and they give daily reports on his activities and feeding times. They even send me photos of him throughout the day. Super communicative, friendly, and flexible!"

Jennifer S


Happy Times Family Child Care

Happy Times Family Child Care

348 Encino Dr, Vista, CA

Starting at $285/wk

3.7

(3)

I'm a certified Preschool Teacher, with an specialization background with Infants and Toddlers. I also have a current California Teaching credential in Early Child Development. I have 25+ years of experience in the Child Development field, 10 years as a family child care provider. Our program...
5.0
"I cannot express how absolutely wonderful and fantastic Happy Times is! Our son 5, and daughter 3, have been going here for a couple of years and from day one, Maria and all of the staff have educated, loved and nurtured our children as if they were their own....

Sally S


Little Angels Daycare

Little Angels Daycare

2218 13th St, Encinitas, CA

Starting at $100/day

5.0

(11)

Hello Parents, My name is Ellie, l am a proud Mother of a two year old boy and offer childcare at my home in Olivenhain. I have over 15 years of experience as a childcare provider. If you are looking for a caring, safe home to leave your little one while you're at work, please contact me, I...
5.0
"Our son has been with Ellie since he was five months old. He is 15 months now and is so excited to see Ellie each morning and often times wants to stay and play when it is time to leave. She loves the kids just like her own and you can tell how much they love her...

Stephanie K


Little Ones Daycare

Little Ones Daycare

6910 Peach Tree Rd, Carlsbad, CA

Costimate: $332/wk

5.0

(5)

Hello my name is Lilia! Here at Little Ones Daycare we offer childcare for infants as young as three months old, and for toddlers until they are ready for pre-school. I have worked with kids for the past 15 years, and have 10 years of daycare experience alone. I worked as an assistant at a daycare...
5.0
"Lilia was our babysitter for many years and helped care for our children now 11 and 14. She is very knowledgeable and we are so happy to have the opportunity to know her. She is responsible, loving and my children still adore her to this day!!"

Lisiane W


Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Lone Quail Rd, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $336/wk

4.8

(21)

Tiny Violets Family Child Care has been serving children and families in the San Diego community since 2011. We are a full-service Family Home day care with children ages 6 months to 10 years old. Our aim is to provide children with the necessary care and education to be successful learners and...
5.0
"Our son has been going to Tiny Violets for past 9 months and he absolutely loves it. Kali and all the care providers are very loving and professional at the same time. He was a very shy kid when he joined, now he made friends and is very excited to go to daycare...

Smitha M


Mama Loves Daycare

2336 Fallingleaf Rd, Oceanside, CA

Costimate: $293/wk

We provide breakfast, lunch, 2 snacks, and dinner. Storytime, field trips, first aid and CPR certified, tutoring and preschool, before school drop off and after school pickup is also provided.

Our Family Day Care

Our Family Day Care

664 Montage Road, Oceanside, CA

Starting at $250/wk

Cruz Family Childcare/Our Family Day Care Fac#376300198 has space to accommodate 1 Toddlers Age 2-3 2 Preschool/Kindergarten 2 School Age 6-12 Full Time Part Time Daily Care Hourly Care available Hours of operation 8am-4pm Early drop-off/late pick-up available Breakfast and Snacks...

Happy Times Child Development Center

Happy Times Child Development Center

755 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA

Starting at $328/wk

1.0

(1)

We provide quality childcare in a loving atmosphere! A Great Place To Grow!

Lucy's Family Childcare

Lucy's Family Childcare

4981 Marin Drive, Oceanside, CA

Starting at $275/wk

Hello Parents, I am a Child Development educated, Bilingual Licensed Childcare Provider in Oceanside since 2005 in our community. With four children of my own ranging in age 29-16yrs. I strive to provide what parents would like in a home environment for their child. I provide child care for...

In Her Care

In Her Care

2261 Bliss Circle, Oceanside, CA

Starting at $220/wk

Hello! My name is Cynthia. I have been established since 2014. I have a large licensed in home daycare, licensed to watch 14 children. You can find us at www.inhercare.com and as well search for us on Facebook at In Her Care Preschool and Daycare to see what we do on a daily basis. Give us a call...

Kid Ventures Preschool Academy

Kid Ventures Preschool Academy

10760 Thornmint Road, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $283/wk

At Kid Ventures Preschool Academy, we want your little one to develop a life-long love for learning and education. Kid Ventures Preschool Academy is a new and innovative way to do preschool centered around a customized learning experience for your child. Our preschoolers receive the benefits of...

Kids Care Spot Daycare

Kids Care Spot Daycare

3299 Valley Street, Carlsbad, CA

Starting at $300/wk

We are new to Care.com but been in business since 2003 so please look at our Google Reviews and check out our website! Kids Care Spot is a licensed and certified daycare and preschool. We offer an outstanding environment for your child to become a happy, smart, curious and secure being. We are a...

Sunshine Family Child Care

Sunshine Family Child Care

11066 Wyndemere Ln, Escondido, CA

Starting at $220/wk


Just For Kids Daycare & Aftercare

Just For Kids Daycare & Aftercare

640 W. Lincoln Ave., Escondido, CA

Starting at $155/wk

OFFERING DAY AND EVENING DAYCARE SERVICES Your child will receive quality personal and individualized care in a warm and loving home, where they can feel safe and happy and can begin to build confidence and a positive self image. ABOUT ME -Experienced care giver who has been state licensed...

Smith Family Home Daycare

Smith Family Home Daycare

900 N CITRUS AVE UNIT 9, Vista, CA

Starting at $60/day

Hello families, my name is Emily. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am licensed through the state of California. I have worked at preschools in Washington State and North County San Diego for the past 10 years. I love working with children. It's...

Riba's Home Child Care

Riba's Home Child Care

11417 Poblado Rd, San Diego, CA

Starting at $250/wk

Hi, my name is Riba I am a loving mother of two and licensed by the state of California, certified in child development, certified assistant teacher, with 10 plus years of child care and elementary school teaching. Not only does my daycare provide a collaborative environment for children to create...

Montessori School of Oceanside 2

4760 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA

Starting at $205/wk

Our Montessori school is dedicated to the goal of providing excellent early childhood education and daycare programs to meet the needs of working parents. We happily enroll students of any race, color or ethnic origin. Licensed by the California State Department of Social Services, and staffed by...

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