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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Encinitas, CA

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

Debbie's Daycare

5.0

Ms Debbie has a lot experience, take care of the kids with love, teach them a lot of stuff, they do activities every day, change diapers each 2 hours, well I am just loving the way she and her helper Katlyn are taking care of my kid and the way she runs the day care.

- Patricia S

Little Roses

5.0

Nalini is a kind and caring person by nature. I sent my boy here since he was 9 months old and cant explain how happy we are for the decision. My son loves to go to the day care and he comes home happy and cheerful. Nalini also gets a montessori teacher and thats gives the kids an opportunity to...

- Padma

Cardiff Family Daycare

5.0

My daughter started at Cardiff Family Daycare in 2018 and my son started in 2020, and it has been such a great experience. Jodie has such a nurturing heart and provides a safe and loving atmosphere for all of her kids. She goes above and beyond to be accommodating to every families needs. I could...

- Lidia

Gardening & Exploring With Children

5.0

Respectful and caring daycare provider

- Josefina G

Drop-in daycares in Encinitas, CA

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
"Little Angels Daycare was the best place we could have found. We recently moved from San Francisco to Encinintas and we are so grateful to have found Ellie. She has been caring for our son since he was 13 months old, he is now 17 months old and he has progressed...

Stephanie C


Witzmann Family Childcare

Witzmann Family Childcare

1231 Orchard Glen Circle, Encinitas, CA

Starting at $275/wk

We offer a play based program and welcome children of all ages.

Loving Hands Child Care

Loving Hands Child Care

810 Clark Ave, Encinitas, CA

Starting at $85/day

Loving Hands Child Care has been nurturing, teaching, and caring for little ones since May of 2008. We are a state licensed, small-family childcare home. Your child's welfare and growth is of utmost importance to me as well as you knowing your child is looked after with love, care, and individual...

Debbie's Daycare

Debbie's Daycare

2095 Linda Lane, Carlsbad, CA

Starting at $340/wk

5.0

(1)

My home daycare has been in business since 1988. During covid I made the decision to transition to a small license, this way I am able to care for your children in a more intimate and individualized way giving them a home like environment. I provide a fun, loving, and caring environment that...
5.0
"Ms Debbie has a lot experience, take care of the kids with love, teach them a lot of stuff, they do activities every day, change diapers each 2 hours, well I am just loving the way she and her helper Katlyn are taking care of my kid and the way she runs the day...

Patricia S


Little Roses

Little Roses

6397 Silverbush Creek St, San Diego, CA

Starting at $60/day

5.0

(6)

Little Roses Family Day Care with Montessori [License # 376627747] (Driven by Montessori Principles) Certified Montessori teacher joined our school. She's having 25 years of teaching experience in a well renowned Montessori school. "Play is the highest form of research " - Albert Einstein Our...
5.0
"My son was at Little Roses for a year and we loved it. Nalini is trustworthy and very good at communication. Beyond that she also seemed to genuinely love my son and that always made me feel so good about leaving him in her hands. She provides a warm, loving, and...

Lauren P


Cardiff Family Daycare

Cardiff Family Daycare

1618 Falcon Hill Ct, Cardiff, CA

Costimate: $400/wk

5.0

(6)

Your child can have fun learning! I focus learning in the following areas: Music, Arts & Crafts, Early Math & Science, Reading, Sensory Play, Role/Puppet Play, Gross & Fine Motor Skills, Social Skills, Good Manners, Cooking. My name is Jodie. My school is within my home, located in...
5.0
"Jodie is a wonderful and nurturing caretaker and teacher. My son has gone to her daycare for a year and has learned so much. Often times when I pick him up, he doesn't want to leave! Jodie is very kind, accommodating and trustworthy. I feel lucky to leave my son in...

Bay


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


Home Away From Home Childcare

Home Away From Home Childcare

957 Woodlake Dr, Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Starting at $400/wk

4.9

(63)

Hello parents, Are you looking for a cozy home with a good environment to leave your child when you have to work. I am here to help you! I have been taking care of children over 20 years. I decided to open a daycare so I could stay home and take care of my cutie one. Now he is almost 9. I offer...
5.0
"My husband and I are so grateful to have found Giovana to care for our 2 year old son. We have tried a few different childcare options and Home Away From Home Childcare is hands down the best. I knew it was going to be a good fit the moment I met Vana. She is joy...

Naomi C


Azam Daycare

Azam Daycare

5398 Shannon Ridge Ln, San Diego, CA

Starting at $450/wk

5.0

(2)

Welcome to AZAM Daycare! Enroll now and let your children be a part of Azam Daycare. Azam Daycare welcomes young learners into a new world full of discoveries, new skills, and opportunities to build friendships with peers. My home daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The rates are...
5.0
"Azam watched my son from 6 months-1.5 year old. During that time, Azam became like family. She was great about maintaining daily communication via text/phone calls and needed, which I really appreciated as a 1st time parent. Azam did fun activities with the kids...

Monica D


Baby Steps Home Daycare

Baby Steps Home Daycare

1716 Kinglet Road, San Marcos, CA

Starting at $50/day

5.0

(1)

Baby Steps is a licensed home daycare (also known as in-home daycare or family daycare) that specializes in childcare for children whose age ranges from 18 months old to 4 years old. We aim to provide the best care for your little ones in a pet-free, smoke-free, safe, loving, play-based educational...
5.0
"my fiance and I were just happy that we had Lj to baby sit our eldest son, Jacob couple years ago. Lj is very caring, loving and very passionate with children. She is a natural. Any parents or children will be lucky to have Lj as their baby sitter or child care...

Marie R


Kids Castle

Kids Castle

6783 Follette Street, Carlsbad, CA

Starting at $450/wk

5.0

(5)

Kids Castle is a licensed family home daycare for children, aged 6 weeks old and up. Our school combines academic learning with structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. It has been an absolute joy to have been working in this field for more than 20 years. In my years working as a...
5.0
"If you need a place that is safe and nurturing this is the place for you! Sayena is a teacher who is attentive to children's needs and their care is her upmost priority."

Michele S


Garrett Daycare

2036 White Birch Drive, Vista, CA

Starting at $275/wk

5.0

(4)

Located in Vista/Shadowridge... Garrett Home Daycare had been in the business caring for children for 30yrs! State Licensed / State Nutrition Program / Home Preschool Program /CPR & First Aid Certified. We are currently accepting children from 12mo.-5yrs Please contact for rates and...
5.0
"We LOVE MS Gerry and her helpers! Our granddaughter has attended for over 2 years and we couldn't have found a more loving, caring environment for her. All the teachers really have a loving goal to help every child learn important social skills and also prepare...

Judy B


Kids First Club- Cindy Baudler

576 Echo Lane, San Marcos, CA

Starting at $300/wk

Family home childcare program with preschool activities offering a nurturing educational in home program following San Marcos Elementary curriculum. Preparing children in a language rich environment to implement a strong foundation for early reading , spelling, writing, math, science experiments,...

Ms. Kelly's Enrichment Camp

Ms. Kelly's Enrichment Camp

3424 Clear Cliff Ct Apt 101, Carlsbad, CA

Hi everyone! My name is Kelly Sanders and I am a credentialed elementary teacher. This summer I will be hosting a summer program. The program includes math and reading interventions, outdoor play, cooking, arts & crafts and field trip days. Please see the flyer for more details.

San Marcos/Carlsbad KinderCare

6270 Flying L.C. Lane, Carlsbad, CA

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...

Golden Steps Pediatric Therapy

5611 Palmer Way Ste. B, Carlsbad, CA


Clinkin Thinkin Education FUNdation

1866 Playa Riviera Dr., Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Out to Inspire Ambassadors for Our Future. Unique vocational training opportunities in the ceramics industry for adults with special needs.

SOCAL ATHLETICS, INC

1482 La Mirada Dr, San Marcos, CA

Starting at $60/day

SOCAL ATHLETICS, INC in San Marcos, CA offers volleyball performance training for individuals from 8 to 18 years old. They empower the community with world-class and accessible programs that nourish the emotional, physical, and mental development. They share knowledge and tools to help the members...

Jennifer Nelson Photography

P.O.Box 1061, Rancho Santa Fe, CA


Alkhatib Family Child Care

Alkhatib Family Child Care

9220 Brokshire Ave 213, Downey, CA

Starting at $10/hr

5.0

(3)

Family Daycare (Licensed). We offer a 24-hour daycare service from 0 to 12 years old. We provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for your children. Experience in dealing with challenging behaviors. I have certificates in Child Development and Special Needs from Cerritos College, plus I have...
5.0
"Ms. Nisrin has made the transition easy for our baby and us. We feel like Ethan is in great caring hands. We feel so comfortable with Ms. Nisrin."

Laliani L


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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Encinitas, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.