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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in La Mesa, CA
Bosforo Diana Family Child Care
5.0
Diana is as close as you can get to dropping off your child at grandma's house--she truly cares about the kids, and has a genuine bond. We started taking our son to Diana when he was 4 months old and he is now over a year old, he loves going to see Diana. The house is clean, the baby is fed and we...
- Julia V
Nieves Family Daycare
5.0
Joyce is an amazing care provider. She provided back up care for my daughter when i needed it. She made my daughter feel comfortable and welcome from day one. While there my daughter received excellent care.
- Miriam K
Desi's Child Care
5.0
Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every elementary school around to find out...
- Kristie L
Ms. Cookie's House
5.0
I love Ms.cookie so much!! I just moved to California and was very nervous for anyone to watch my 2 children (ages 1 & 2) while I was at work but Ms.Cookie made me so comfortable! She sent pictures and videos throughout the day she responded promptly when I would call/text to check on my kids. She's...
- Latalyah M
Fran's Day Care
5.0
Like all the other moms here, I love Fran and strongly encourage you to consider her for your infant's care. I have known Fran for nearly 10 years!! Before I had children I knew she ran a daycare, and I was always impressed by her kind and caring demeanor. Fran has provided childcare for our...
- Hui X
Drop-in daycares in La Mesa, CA
Europa Family Child Care:
Your little hearts in good hands.
If you're looking for high-quality, affordable child care, you've come to the right place!
At Europa Family Child Care, our trained, caring staff will make sure your child receive well-rounded care while he/she is at our facility....
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Diana Bosforo and I have been an excellent daycare provider for the past 30 years. I have owned my state license for many years, I am CPR certified, and I am also a member of the YMCA child facility. I love kids and treat all the babies I take care of as if they were my own grand...
Recent review:
5.0
Diana is as close as you can get to dropping off your child at grandma's house--she truly cares about the kids, and has a genuine bond. We started taking our son to Diana when he was 4 months old and he is now over a year old, he loves going to see Diana. The house...
Julia V
5.0
(12)
Hello Families,
Thank you for your interest. I am Joyce Nieves, a licensed childcare provider. I have been helping San Diego families for nearly 11 years. I am also a mother of two boys who are growing up way too soon.
I have a small home daycare and I tend to keep just five kids, ages 3 months...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Joyce has is one of the most considerate, patient and loving individual I have ever encountered. She has taken exceptional care of my 2 year old daughter Tatiyana on many occasions. Having two young boys of her own only enhances her personal knowledge and level of...
Bilal W
5.0
(1)
WE ENROLL CHILDREN 1-5 YEARS OF AGE!
Join us for preschool activities, fun and wonderful friendships!
We focus on:
-Teaching about kindness, manners and having a positive attitude
-Instilling and extending language and vocabulary
-Developing fine and gross motor skills
-Encouraging positive social...
Recent review:
5.0
Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every...
Kristie L
5.0
(4)
Ms. Cookie's House is a Christian based, academic, family child care facility, in Chula Vista. We are state licensed (376628490) and care for children from 3 months to 5 years. We offer a year-round academic program with a strong emphasis on early Reading, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ms. Cookies House is my child's second home! I've had my son under Ms. Cookies care for years and he still loves attending. I drop him off for school breaks and when personal matters pop up knowing he will be cared for like family. He gets the attention he needs...
The M
5.0
(14)
Hi Parents, My name is Francesca Sanfilippo (formerly Sciuto) and I have been running a licensed and insured, in-home daycare in my lovely home in the Mission Hills area for over 32 years. I am and remain current with my CPR and First Aid certifications. I consider myself to be a loving, nurturing,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Fran has been such a blessing to our family. Our daughter spent almost 2 years with Fran in her home daycare...beginning when she was about 3 1/2 months old. Fran is so attentive and patient with each child she cares for to meet their individual developmental...
Matt B
5.0
(4)
Hi, I'm Angela, I'm 56 years old and have been an active child daycare provider for over 30 years. I'm located in the Mission Hills area and have a warm and loving home that has a large outdoor area for child play. I'm currently licensed for eight, but limiting capacity to 4. I specialize in...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Angela is the BEST! Finding her has been a huge blessing for our family! She is incredibly warm, loving, patient, caring, knowledgeable... everything we could ask for in a care provider. Her home is immaculate and she has the perfect set up for babies; a great play...
Angela D
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Mohamed Habiba family childcare! We offer children a supportive and friendly environment that's just like home. At our home daycare, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that ensure they reach their developmental milestones. We focus on a...
Recent reviews:
5.0
It is extremely hard to find a daycare that you can trust. I am so thankful and lucky to have found Mohamed habiba child care she is wonderful and is so loving with the children. She helps them with there homework, She feeds them breakfast and Lunch and an all...
Ashley J
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I'm a licensed (Lic # 376627833) family child care provider with more than 6 years of child care experience. My business hours are Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. I'm bilingual English and Spanish. I provide all meals and snacks. I'm located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood near...
Recent review:
5.0
If I could give a million stars, I would give a million+1! Leida is the best thing that happened to our family. She is beyond attentive, super clean and so kind. I have one child who she cared for from 12 weeks to almost 4 and now another from 14 weeks till...
Kelly K
5.0
(5)
I have had the pleasure of working with children for over 20 years. Our goal is to welcome children and make them feel at home. We provide a preschool curriculum for ages 3-5 and prepare them for Kindergarten. Our structured schedule allows them to have fun while learning and keeping their...
Recent reviews:
5.0
I have been taking my 2 kids to Enriquez Family Child Care for over a year now and i have been blown away by the extraordinary services they provide. I would highly recommend their services as they have shown excellent care, compassion, and professionalism...
Liz C
5.0
(2)
ENROLL TODAY - CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A TOUR!
Full-Time space available for children who are two years old & up.
What sets us about from the rest?
Spacious outdoor learning environment
Separate nap room (Personal crib or toddler bed.)
Multicultural Curriculum with Yoga and Gardening...
Recent reviews:
5.0
A good friend was looking for a family childcare home for her grandson. She knew I have studied and worked in education for many years and asked if I could recommend anyone. I suggested she see if Healthy Toddlers Care, had an opening. My friend took a tour and...
Susan
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....
Recent reviews:
5.0
I highly recommend Nicole!!! I have been utilizing Nicole to care for my two boys ages 2 & 3 for the past year. She has provided amazing care for my boys who both have developmental delays. She caters to their needs and has gone above and beyond to help them grow...
Lisa M
5.0
(27)
I have 22 years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator. In Olga's Family Child Care, we offer a fun and educational structured program for infants, toddlers and preschool children to help them prepare for kindergarten. Our home is a smoke free environment. We have a big backyard where we spend...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We've had our son at Kindercare for a little over 2 years, as he was approaching 3, he was having difficulty transitioning and taking direction from his teachers. We had already interviewed Mrs. Olga, and she was willing to help him with this transition. In her...
Ryan G
5.0
(3)
Village Kids Family Child Care has been serving children and families in the San Diego community since 1997. We are a full-service child care facility with children ages 2 months to 10 years old.
Recent reviews:
5.0
We started our daughter at 10 months with Village Kids at the recommendation of two different families who had children there and loved it. Our experience was so good that when our son was born and I had to go back to work when he was 7 weeks old we were so...
Erin
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Michelle but my daycare kiddos and parents call me "Mimi".
I have been providing in-home-daycare for over 18 years; 8 years of which I was a Certified Provider under the Navy's Child & Youth Program. I am fully licensed by the State of CA to run a small daycare, certified in...
Recent reviews:
5.0
I love Mimi and so does my daughter. We placed her in Mimi's care when she was 8 weeks old and is now three and has never been and anyone elses care. We love the family atmosphere in this home and my daughter has flourished here. She knows her ABC's, all the...
Jennifer B
5.0
(1)
Warm family environment, with over 20 years experience, now enrolling!
*All meals included.
*Infant to School age children.
*Play time and learning activities such as reading, writing, counting and alphabet.
*CPR/ first Aid and Health certified.
*License # 376616412.
*Plenty of great...
Recent review:
5.0
Really love this Daycare, the house is always clean, and Angela is very sweet with my kids. Couldn't be happier!
Janete M
5.0
(7)
With over two decades of experience in early childhood education, at Judy's Family Child Care, you and your child aren't clients - you are family.
We provide nutritious meals, field trips, and a creative curriculum that includes art, science, music, and many hands on activities to make learning...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Judy Koss has been my family's daycare provider for 2+ years. I have 2 sons in her program. They started when they were 15 months and 3 years. Both children LOVE Ms. Judy and so do my husband and I. She is patient, kind and has a magial ability to tap into each...
Wonderful!
5.0
(1)
Otay Ranch M Maria Daycare will use our knowledge to offer stimulating, developmental activities when your child is ready for them. They include music, movement and outdoor play. In addition, we will provide practical life and sensory activities, arts and crafts, pre-reading English and Spanish and...
Recent review:
5.0
My daughter attended Maria Martha Daycare for two years and she had the time of her life! She learned so much from them and would sometimes cry when it was time to leave because she wanted to stay. I always had peace of mind knowing she was in good hand because the...
Asia H
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Ana and I have an in-home-childcare for 20 years. I have a bilingual program and I enjoy teaching my kids Spanish and teaching them all they need to know for Kindergarten. I do this from my heart and because I love children. I work everyday and do my best to have a caring, loving,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ana is a wonderful daycare for your child! My son started with her at 9 months and is almost 2 years old now. She provides a loving, structured and nurturing environment for your child. The best part of my day is picking him up and seeing a smile on his face which...
Sarah R
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...
Recent reviews:
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...
Amy M
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in La Mesa, CA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in La Mesa, CA?
Drop-in daycare near you in La Mesa, CA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in La Mesa, CA accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in La Mesa, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in La Mesa, CA?
While drop-in daycares in La Mesa, CA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in La Mesa, CA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in La Mesa, CA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!