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Find Trusted Drop-In Daycares Near Me in Vista, CA

We have 60 drop-in daycares in Vista, CA! Compare and find the best drop-in daycare to fit your needs.

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Little Smiles Daycare

2072 Cheryl Lane Vista, CA

5.0(2)

3 mi

Licensed Family Home Daycare is now accepting applications. Children from 6 weeks to 10 years of age. Nutrition Program, Military Subsidy, YMCA and CDA welcome! Flexible hours and affordable. CPR certified and Preventative Health certified. Location is freeway accessible. Providing an age-appropriate curriculum designed for your little ones and a daily structure routine! Call for more detail and schedule your tour today!

Sharaya B. says "We have been with Miss Amy at Little Smiles Daycare for about 3 months now and it was the best decision we could have made! Our little girl is so happy...

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The Beehive Family Child Care

1055 Mullen Way Vista, CA

4.0(10)

3 mi

The Beehive Family Child Care is a fully licensed Home Childcare Facility. We specialize in infant and toddler care. We strive to meet each child's individual needs by providing a safe, fun-loving and educational environment. Our daily activities include: Circle Time, Art Projects, Songs, Story Time, Dance, Learning Time and much more activities. We provide nutritious meals We provide a caring and interactive environments in our inside and outdoor activities. Low teacher-child ratios with 3 teachers Whether your child is building with blocks or exploring an art project we ensure that learning is a joyful experience. Come join our community of young learners! (M-F 7:30am to 4:30pm) Call us for more information! (760) 519-2359 - State Licensed #376626454. - Pediatric/CPR/First-Aid Certified. - Preventative Health Certified. - Live Scan and Fingerprint background check. - 12 Units in Child Development

Care Member says "We are so happy we got to experience the support of The Beehive Childcare! This was our first time enrolling our son in daycare, and we’re so grateful...

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The Magical Child Daycare

1175 York Drive Vista, CA

5.0(3)

5 mi

Full and part-time spaces available. Licensed at home daycare - Vista. We are CPR & first aid certified. We are Child Nutrition Program providers. Daily activities include reading, arts & crafts, outdoor play and circle time. We teach the Mother Goose Time curriculum. Your child will grow and learn in a safe & nurturing environment.

Lisa says "Jen and Maureen are amazing caretakers. My 3 year old has been going there since she was 3 months old. They're family has become like an extension of my family...

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Happy Times Family Child Care

348 Encino Dr Vista, CA

3.0(6)

3 mi

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 provides a warm, secure, nurturing fun and clean environment for your child. We focus on the whole child development approach: physical, social, emotional and cognitive. Happy Times FCC, provides an educational program based in the Creative Curriculum and inspired in the Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches. We follow a semi-structured routine, based on the children needs. Our daily schedule includes: Arrivals and welcomes. meals, group time, art, science, sensory activities, outside play, nap, snacks and departures! Happy Times FCC is a bilingual program! Give your child the gift of a second language! (English & Spanish) Our program provides nutritious healthy meals and snacks too. Business hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Inquire within for additional hours) We welcome - YMCA, CDA and NACCRRA programs. We are: Fully Licensed. Live Scan and Fingerprint (background checked). Pediatric/CPR/First-Aid Certified. Preventative Health Certified. State License # 376619741.

Care Member says "I’m very happy with Happy Times, The teachers are very loving, caring and professional. I highly recommend Happy Times."

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Smith Family Home Daycare

900 N CITRUS AVE UNIT 9 Vista, CA

5 mi

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 amazing to watch little people explore and make connections with their world. You can call or text to schedule a tour. 425-737-0621 Loving Home. Great out door play area for babies. Pureed fruits and veggies for meals. Convenient location on route to 78. Close to Vista Academy of Visual and Performing Arts and Maryland Elementary schools.
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Garrett Daycare

2036 White Birch Drive Vista, CA

5.0(4)

< 1 mi

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 &amp; First Aid Certified. We are currently accepting children from 12mo.-5yrs Please contact for rates and details Please ask for Gerry

Judy B says "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...

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Elly's Care

2511 San Clemente Ave Vista, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

Hi, my name is Elizabeth. I am a active grandmother of two. I have a 7 and 3-year-old grandson. I watch my 3-year-old grandson throughout the day. I would love to watch two additional children close to same age. I think it would be more fun for the kids for learning and activities. We are beach goers and love outdoors when weather permits. I have lived in Carlsbad / La Costa for the past 30 years and moved to Vista a year ago. I was employed through school district from 1997- 2002 while my son went to school. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages! Have had Live scan, Current TB.

Krystal says "Elly is the sweetest. We initially hired her years ago to watch our oldest child throughout our second pregnancy since we did not have friends or family...

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Klein Family Day Care

945 La Rueda Vista, CA

5.0(7)

5 mi

My name is Suzanne and I am the owner of Klein Family Daycare. I began my home daycare 20 years ago after my daughter was born. Previous to opening my daycare, I worked as a preschool teacher for 2 years. I am licensed by the state of California and belong to the CDA nutrition program. I strive to make my home a fun and loving environment. We do daily learning activities, arts and crafts, and lots of fun outdoor play time. I care for ages infant to school aged children. I provide all meals for your child which are monitored by the nutrition program. If you are looking for a fun and loving environment for your child to grow, then we welcome you to come by and meet us.

Shelley J says "In the words of my granddaughter, "Miss Suzanne is THE BEST"!!! Suzanne cared for my granddaughter for almost two years and helped to prepare her for...

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Angelitos Infant Care

850 Softwind Rd 6 Vista, CA

5.0(2)

< 1 mi

With more than 10 years of experience in the care of newborns and infants, in Angelitos Infant Care, you can be reassured that your baby will be treated with a lot of love and will be cared for in a warm and safe atmosphere. We are a mom and a daughter team that know how difficult it is to trust the care of your child but we can assure you that both parents and little ones will be happy

Roxanne says "I felt extreme lucky since I found Mrs Monica .my baby was just 3 months at the start of the care. Upon metting with her I felt secure with my decision and...

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La Petite Academy of Vista, CA

725 Shadowridge Dr Vista, CA

3 mi

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.
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Sweet Pea Connect

1244 Alta Vista Dr Vista, CA

5 mi

As the leading special needs Nanny Service in San Diego, we take great pride in working with families to find nannies that are specially trained, kind, and compassionate. We offer full-time and part-time nanny placements for families of all shapes and sizes in San Diego County! When we work with families, we conduct in-depth interviews of all the parties involved to ensure we are connecting the perfect caregiver to each family. The more specific parents are about the strengths, challenges, and interests of their child(ren) and family, the more we can certify that the process is not about blind faith. Our process includes: A preliminary phone interview between the Placement Coordinator and the family to learn about the child(ren). A home visit from the Placement Coordinator where he or she can observe the child(ren) in a comfortable environment and learn more about the family culture. Meet 2-3 hand-picked candidates. You ll be sent bios, resumes, and pictures of 2-3 candidates which you can then meet face-to-face. Each nanny undergoes an extensive screening process which includes: Application Review Preliminary Phone Interview Face-to-Face Interview Reference and Education Check TrustLine Registration Check, Driving History, Social Media Check, Sex Offender Check US Work Authorization Check CPR and First Aid Certification Check Physical Examination by a doctor to ensure they are fit to work with children Once a family decides on their match, the family negotiates the rate, hours, and other job details with the nanny. Families also receive guidance on how to file appropriate taxes as a household employer. Once the search begins, the process typically takes between 2-6 weeks
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Charla Family Daycare

706 Bel Air Drive W Vista, CA

5 mi

Charla is a Spanish immersion, in-home, family childcare located in Vista, CA. Owned by a former Spanish teacher and heritage Spanish speaker, we offer a small environment with a 1:3 staff ratio and plenty of outdoor time. The daily schedule will include: Daily Life Skills, Literacy, Music &amp; Culture, Movement &amp; Exercise, Health &amp; Wellness, Social-Emotional Skills, and Weekly/Monthly Learning Themes. We don't teach Spanish. We teach IN Spanish. Conveniently located off SR 78 and accessible to those living in Oceanside, Carlsbad, San Marcos and Escondido.
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Rainbow Daycare

915 Vista, CA

< 1 mi

I offer child care in my home which specializes in newborn infant care, and toddler. I have an art college degree, and experience for over 15 years with expertise in early infant and toddler development. I am First Aid & CPR certified for infants and children. This child care provides a safe, quiet, comfortable, stimulating and sanitary place for infants with coordination from the infant parent. The physical need of the children are the first concern for me, like diapering, feeding and sleep patterns for each infant. I supply a variety of developmentally appropriate toys to help develop small and large motor/muscle skills. The floor is carpeted with soft carpet so the infants can have comfortable tummy time and explore the room. More information about my childcare: - Full-time, part-time, or drop-in spaces currently available - Subsidies are welcomed - Reasonable rates - Non-smoking home - No pets at home - Discount for more than one child. Conveniently located, easily and quickly accessible to Carlsbad, San Marcos, Oceanside, and Vista.
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Sunnyside Preschool

319 Mission Villas Rd Vista, CA

< 1 mi

Specialties Sunnyside Learning Center is a local preschool in San Marcos that offers a nurturing, interactive and safe environment for your growing little one. Our environment is designed for your child to explore, to socialize, to learn self direction, to develop relationships with peers, and to become independent little thinkers and say &quot;I did it! &quot;. A preschool and daycare like Sunnyside is very convenient when you're searching for a location in San Marcos or areas such as Escondido, Carlsbad, Vista, Encinitas and San Elijo. Come in for a tour or call for more information. History Established in 2018. Expanding from a local daycare in San Marcos, Sunnyside preschool is advancing towards helping children grow and develop critical thinking. Not many preschools or daycares in San Marcos, Carlsbad, Vista and Escondido area could say how detail oriented they are in providing arts, math, science, technology, and physical activities to allow children to grow to their full potential. A local preschool and daycare in San Marcos or a &quot; near me &quot; type of preschool is very important to consider when commuting locally. Visit us and allow us to show prove to you how Sunnyside Preschool can help your child be at his and her best! Call us or visit us at www.sunnysidelearningcenter.com 858-774-8890
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Mary Jo L Daycare

1635 Tarakim Lane Vista, CA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

I am a licensed daycare provider through the state of California and have been in the business for twenty-six years. I have five children of my own, three of whom are now adults. I have watched children from infant to school age but am currently only providing care for school aged children before and after school. I will take and pick up from the following schools in the Vista Unified School District: Breeze Hill Elementary, Lake Elementary and any other late start schools. I provide breakfast before school and snacks after school. There is homework time and outside play time in my backyard.

Vina C. says "Mary Jo was fantastic! She wasn't able to care for my kiddo, but she gave great contact information and resources on finding someone who will be able to...

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Krewer Family Child Care

933 Hardell Lane Vista, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

We believe in developing the whole child including social/emotional, physical, cognitive, creative and language development. Our blend of home and school like setting enables us to provide a stimulating and nurturing environment that encourages children to learn and discover through active exploration, to try new things, to be creative, to have an opinion, to respect others and the environment. We encourage each child to love themselves, understand how they feel and others feel, communicate verbally, use manners, wonder and discover why things are, risk failure as a necessary part of growing, have a mind of their own, to learn self-discipline and respect for self and others, self-confidence and self-control. We maintain an environment that is warm, fun and nurturing where children and their parents feel comfortable, safe, secure and loved. As a preschool teacher, our accredited run family child care program offers a variety of developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers and pre-k children in a fun, loving and nurturing country environment.

Hayley N says "This is hands down the best family child care! My nieces and nephew went here for years and now my son goes here. They are very hands on with each child...

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The Studio: A Preschool Experience

1042 Mimosa Avenue Vista, CA

5.0(2)

< 1 mi

WELCOME to A Children's Studio - a high-quality, developmentally appropriate home-based after school "enrichment" and tutoring program for students of the San Marcos elementary school, Jolie-Ann Leichtag. A Children's Studio provides a unique, culturally sensitive, creative, play-based program that addresses social/emotional and academic skills. We nurture the whole child, building on individual strengths and interests to stimulate curiosity and engagement. Drawing on the Reggio Emilia philosophy, A Children's Studio is a hands-on experiential experience where children have supplemental tutoring, enrichment, and after school recreation. *New, Saturday "Prek in the Park" coming Fall 2022. Your teacher, Ms. Laurie, holds three California teaching credentials and over 15 years teaching experience. A Children's Studio is located in a park-like gated community where Ms. Laurie has lived for 15 years raising her two children and family "service" pets, 5 year and 7 year-old ex-racing Greyhounds and 7 year-old Chihuahua. Her home has a garden, a fenced backyard exploration space and the community offers two playgrounds, nature trails, and barnyard animals. "The Studio" is walking distance from Jolie-Ann Leichtag Elementary. Elementary school is a time of wonder and imagination! The simple act of "playing" is how your child learns initially and prefers to learn as they grow. At The Studio, your child will be and feel safe in an inviting environment interacting with no more than 5 other children, learning materials, and planned activities that stimulate development in the areas of: Language & Literacy, Cognition, Mathematics, Logic & Reasoning, Gross & Fine Motor Physicality, and Health. The Studio offers 2, 3, 4 & 5 day after school options parallel to the San Marcos Unified School District, Jolie-Ann Elementary calendar. A healthy afternoon snack will be provided. The hourly rate is $20 per child with a 2 hour minimum. *Ms. Laurie will pick up children at school at 3pm and Wednesday 2pm, walk/drive the group back to the Studio for a healthy daily snack, 1 hour of homework tutoring, 1 hour of outdoor play, and 1 hour of enrichment. Each day's enrichment lesson will differ: example: Monday/Arts, Tuesday/Music, Wednesday/Cooking, etc.

Georgia S. says "Our son has been attending The Studio for a few months now and we absolutely love it! We got off to a rough start with preschool and this is actually...

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Bridgette Wisdom Family Child Care

1475 Oak Dr. 64 Vista, CA

5.0(1)

5 mi

I am a licensed Child Care Provider who just recently got into the business, however I have raised my own child and was raised myself in a Day Care Home. My mother has done child care for 30 + years and I was always there to help. I have babysat in my teenage years and beyond. Right now I have 0 children in my care but am looking to get started again, probably only a total of 4. Your child would be loved and cared for as if it were my own. I am reliable and have a very clean environment for your child. I have also cared for a family of 4 who just recently had their 5th child, if you need references I've got them, please just feel free to ask.

Patricia S. says "Bridgette has been watching our 9 month son for the past couple months and has done a wonderful job! Our little boy knows where he is going in the...

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The Children's Ark

1170 Lita Lane Vista, CA

5 mi

Our dedication to high quality, affordable childcare, makes us one of the top home-based daycares in Oceanside. We focus on meeting our children's social, physical and emotional needs. Our daily schedule includes lots of time for play, while incorporating hands on learning in all we do. We teach shapes, ABCs, numbers, colors, sorting, patterning and grouping. We enjoy arts and crafts such as painting and coloring, all in a supervised and loving environment.
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Little Scholar's Home Daycare

325 Hutchison Street Vista, CA

< 1 mi

Give your precious children the love and attention they deserve with educated and experienced childcare providers. What we provide: a teaching degree from CSUSM, a professional preschool curriculum full of educational activities, a nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack,a flexible daily schedule to give children structure as well as flexibility, a home where children can actively learn in a spacious, stimulating environment and a place where your child can come to every day and feel accepted, wanted and loved!
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Recent drop-in daycare reviews from local parents in Vista, CA

Drop-In Daycares in Vista, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Little Smiles Daycare

We have been with Miss Amy at Little Smiles Daycare for about 3 months now and it was the best decision we could have made! Our little girl...

- Sharaya B.

The Beehive Family Child Care

We are so happy we got to experience the support of The Beehive Childcare! This was our first time enrolling our son in daycare, and we’re...

- Care member

The Magical Child Daycare

Jen and Maureen are amazing caretakers. My 3 year old has been going there since she was 3 months old. They're family has become like an...

- Lisa

FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Vista, CA

Drop-in daycare near you in Vista, 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.

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 Vista, CA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Vista, 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.

When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Vista, 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!

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