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Family Child Care in San Marcos, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed family child care

Gardening & Exploring With Children

Respectful and caring daycare provider

- Josefina G.

Baby Steps Home Daycare

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...

- Marie R.

My Learning Tree Daycare

After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!!...

- Ashly L

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Gardening & Exploring With Children

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

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 families. Teacher's...

Josefina G. says "Respectful and caring daycare provider"

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Baby Steps Home Daycare

1716 Kinglet Road San Marcos, CA

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 environment, and at the same...

Marie R. says "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...

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My Learning Tree Daycare

319 Mission Villas Rd. San Marcos, CA

5.0(2)

Dear families, My name is Sarah, I am the proud owner of an in home family daycare, "My Learning Tree", that is licensed by the state of CA as well as insured. I have all my credentials, CPR certified, clear background check, and I have a medical background. Our hours are 7:30 am- 5:30 pm. All age groups are accepted...

Ashly L says "After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!! She is so great...

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Children and Families at CSUSM

453 La Moree San Marcos, CA

3.7(3)

CCLC (Children's Creative Learning Centers) provides early childhood education solutions designed especially to meet the needs of working families. CCLC works hand in hand with employers to provide on or near-site child care that supports the work/life needs of their employees and the larger community. Through these programs,...

Olga P. says "If you are looking for great school for your child, THIS IS THE ONE! My daughter has been attending this school for over 2 years. So far we are very happy...

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Miller Family Daycare

1651 Saddlehorn Dr. San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)

I have a large licensed day care now for 10 years. I have 24 ECE units, and am continually taking workshops and classes related to my field. I am a member of the San Diego County Family Child Care Association, as well as the YMCA, and attend a support group with other childcare providers in my area. A few years back I added...

Vanessa says "Miller Family Daycare is an excellent daycare for infant to preschool age children. 2 of my children were enrolled in the program from toddler age to about...

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Paula B

837 Quiet Hills Drive San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)

I am a retired elementary school teacher who started out my career in education by teaching preschool and operating a home day care 25 years ago when my own three sons were growing up here in San Marcos. I spent 15 years at the elementary level, and then I retired and came full circle back to my roots of early childhood...

Krishna B. says "I have just moved to San Marcos from Northern California and was looking for part time childcare for my 2 year old son. We love Paula and Sabrina, who...

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Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 130 San Marcos, CA

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Child care

Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids (MSEK) is a childcare center located in San Marcos. We serve children with ages 2 to 5 years old. Our center provides children with nutritious meals throughout the day, educational enrichment, behavioral support and nursing care. Our program's focus is on providing children will an...

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Discovery Isle (La Costa-San Marcos)

1655 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Preschool

Day Care

Child care

Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...

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The Little People Preschool

920 BOARDWALK SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Day Care

Child care

We are family-owned, not a corporate child care center, and or center is just that, family-oriented. Our staff is the heart of our community. Each team member is carefully selected not just for their qualifications, but for their passion for nurturing young minds. We have 6 classrooms for each age level, 2 indoor playgrounds,...

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Kids First Club- Cindy Baudler

576 Echo Lane San Marcos, CA

State license verified

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, art, music and singing. We...

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Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care

531 Avenida Verde San Marcos, CA

Preschool

Kindergarten

In-Home daycare

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 environment I provide plenty of...

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Annie's Daycare

613 Richmar Ave San Marcos, CA

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Intellichildren of San Marcos

212 W. San Marcos Blvd. San Marcos, CA

Intellichildren of San Marcos, is a comprehensive child care center offering care for children 6-weeks-old to 5-years-old. A new program was started in September, which also offers care for the school-aged child from kindergarten through fifth grade. We are within walking distance of San Marcos Elementary school, and is...

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ABC 123 Day School

801 River Run Circle San Marcos, CA

ABC 123 Day School is a home preschool in San Marcos. Small ratio of 1:6 Your child will learn and grow here. At ABC 123 i work on developing each and every child. The program is for ages 18 months-5 years old. An 18 month old does all the same activities that a 5 year old would do. I provide a full curriculum that includes...

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SMLC Childrens Center

3419 Grand Ave San Marcos, CA

Preschool

Child care

SMLC Children’s Center is a nationally accredited child care facility that offers educational day care programs for preschool children. Located in San Marcos, California, the company admits students between the ages of three to five years old. The company implements a Christian-based curriculum that uses play-based activities to...

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In Home Child Care

627 Boysenberry Way Oceanside, CA

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 2-3. I am also CPR &...

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

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G. Jesenia Family Child Care

156 Avenida Descanso B Oceanside, CA

5.0(2)

Hi, I'm a Family Child Care Provider , but will also be able to provide care outside my home on my free time, I'm certified CPR and First Aid training ,I'm in business since 2009, have a small license, experience working with infant (4 week and up) toddler, pre- school and school age. Offers: Safe and nice environment. Provide...

Courtney says "Jesenia was a lifesaver for my family. I found my self needing a sitter within a 3 day period, a weekend that I also had to work. She was able to care for...

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Happy Times Family Child Care

348 Encino Dr Vista, CA

3.7(6)

State license verified

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...

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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Henna Family Child Care

984 Calle De Lepanto Escondido, CA

4.9(12)

State license verified

Hi everyone! My name is Somayeh, and I am the owner of Henna Family Child Care. I recently opened my own home daycare after working at a different Daycare for over 6 years. My home daycare will provide your child with: - Healthy home-made meals every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as snacks and drinks...

Care Member says "Somayeh has been caring for our son for almost a year and it has been nothing but a wonderful experience! You can tell that she truly loves taking care...

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Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Lone Quail Rd San Diego, CA

4.8(25)

State license verified

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

In-Home daycare

Child care

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 dedicated to creating an...

Care Member says "Our 3 daughters went to Ms Kalai’s day care -tiny violets. Ms Kalai definitely knows how to connect with children. This was their first day care and...

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Find Trusted Family Child Care Near Me in San Marcos, CA

Recent family child care reviews from local parents in San Marcos, CA

Gardening & Exploring With Children

Baby Steps Home Daycare

My Learning Tree Daycare

Available Now in San Marcos

Gardening & Exploring With Children

Baby Steps Home Daycare

My Learning Tree Daycare

Children and Families at CSUSM

Miller Family Daycare

Paula B

Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

Discovery Isle (La Costa-San Marcos)

The Little People Preschool

Kids First Club- Cindy Baudler

Tiny Fingers And Toes Child Care

Annie's Daycare

Intellichildren of San Marcos

ABC 123 Day School

SMLC Childrens Center

In Home Child Care

G. Jesenia Family Child Care

Happy Times Family Child Care

Henna Family Child Care

Tiny Violets Family Daycare

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