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Recent family daycare reviews in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Home Away From Home Childcare

5.0

Vana is incredibly loving and has a truly genuine compassion for children. She texts us updates throughout the day about our son, including pictures of the creative and fun activities she has prepared. We are so thankful to have found Vana and her amazing daycare program at Home Away From Home!

- Derek B

Tiny Violets Family Daycare

5.0

Let's Talk about Family Day Care :) Everyday, I feel like I am dropping my kid at one of my Family's place. So much assurance/peace, as a parent, is what I get. My kid learns and has so much fun every day. Thank you Tiny Violets! You are simply awesome!

- Ponna

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

Teddy Bear Day Care

5.0

Mrs. Sonita and her family have really become such a big part of my sons life. My son started at teddy bear daycare at 9 months and has loved every minute of it. I can really tell Soni loves and treats all the kids as if they are her own. My son absolutely loves and adores her and the time he spends...

- Rachel C

Mina Home Daycare

5.0

Mina is AMAZING!! She takes amazing care of my children, she's always feeding them extremely well and keeps them entertained all day. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my children and i can't recommend her enough!!

- Grace

Family daycares in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

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
"Vana is so kind and caring. My son comes home happy each day. We appreciate her communication as well as the creative ways she helps the children learn. It truly does feel like a second home for our child."

Abby B


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
"We have twin girls that have been at Tiny Violets for 2 yrs, since our girls were 6 months old. The staff is friendly, kind, and patient. Our girls love their friends and their teachers. The facility is clean and well cared for. We couldn't imagine going anywhere...

Andrea O


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
"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...

Padma


Teddy Bear Day Care

Teddy Bear Day Care

15271 Amalia St., San Diego, CA

Starting at $400/wk

5.0

(7)

Teddy Bear is a large, licensed, quality, and child care in a comfortable home setting. I am looking for some new friends from 12 months to 4 years of age to come and be part of Teddy Bear Day Care family!! I offer the following: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Breakfast & Lunch...
5.0
"Sonita is like a parent to my son. From the first day we brought him to her daycare, he was comfortable being around her. She always makes sure he is well-fed and gets plenty of play time while we are at work. He has learned so many things from her, from numbers to...

Dan


Mina Home Daycare

Mina Home Daycare

17158 Monterey Ridge Way, San Diego, CA

Starting at $400/wk

5.0

(19)

My daycare is LICENSED by the State of California (License #376626594 and OPEN from Monday-Friday (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM). My rate $300 for infants is $250 per week for full-time for 2 years and up-accepted. Hello Everyone! My name is Mina and I have opened up my own family childcare home this year....
5.0
"Let me begin by saying that a five star rating is not enough for Mina's daycare! My daughter has been under her care since she was 10 months old. My daughter now is a happy, confident 3.5 year as old ready for preschool! Mina's day care scores high on safety and...

Anjana


Moonlight Daycare Inc.

Moonlight Daycare Inc.

13406 Salmon River Road, San Diego, CA

Starting at $270/wk

5.0

(31)

Hello Parents, My name is Mahtab. I am living in Rancho Penasquitos. Moonlight Daycare Inc. is licensed by the State of California. Here is some information about myself. I got my Child Development Teacher and Master Teacher certificates, from Miramar College. I got a Teacher Permit from San...
5.0
"Ms. Mattie is wonderful!! Our daughter Maya started going to her day care when she was 7 months and now she's 17 months. She loves Ms. Mattie! What we like the most about her is that she gets to know every child by who they are and gives them personalized...

Mariana B


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


Mali's Home Child Care

Mali's Home Child Care

17892 Creciente Way, San Diego, CA

Costimate: $287/wk

5.0

(54)

Mali's Home Day Care is LICENSED and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Thurs, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Fridays) . I also accept children with the CDA, Navy/Childcareaware, and YMCA programs. About me: -I have 11 years of experience being a family home daycare owner. Within just general...
5.0
"I was a stay home mom with my older kid and working full time with my second child. It is challenging and expectations are no less than what I had provided my older kid with the kind of attention and nutrition. I commend how Mali and her associates are taking care...

Sheetal A


N&k Daycare

N&k Daycare

15281 Amalia St, San Diego, CA

Starting at $360/wk

5.0

(5)

A Home Daycare Provider is accountable for providing a secure and developmentally suitable daycare program for the children at employer's home. * At N&K Daycare, structure the curriculum around four key elements of development to ensure the growth of the whole child: Social, Emotional, Physical &...
5.0
"Negin is truly caring and professional person. She will go out of her way if necessary to accommodate her clients needs. You can count on her to look after your loved ones properly"

Pouneh


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
"Ellie has been such a blessing! She has been caring for my daughter since she was 6 months old and she is almost one now. She provides awesome care to all of the kids. My daughter loves her food so much she prefers it over mine :) Her daycare is very clean and...

Yvonne A


Oceanview Home Daycare

14204 Classique Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(16)

Hello wonderful parents! Do you need an honest and trustworthy childcare to watch your loved ones while you're at work? My name is Zarmina and I would love to take care of your children at my home. Currently, I have 3 experienced helpers who work alongside me and there are always 2 caregivers at...
5.0
"Our 2 year old daughter Luna attends Oceanview Home Daycare and loves it. The staff is great with kids and Luna has learned so much since starting Daycare. I'm grateful to have my daughter in a fun and safe environment."

Jessica R


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


Kiddie Cove Italian Family Daycare

Kiddie Cove Italian Family Daycare

11058 Carlota St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

My goal is to create a tight community between children, family and school. A place where a children will come to learn, find a friends and feel like this is a second home for them. I believe that: A loving, care and educational environment is needed for your child to grow. I will do my...
5.0
"We moved to San Diego and were lucky enough to find Corinna and Kiddie Cove on short notice. She was so responsive through our move and they had a spot for our 21-month old son. Corinna's home is a loving, safe, social environment for little ones to learn and grow...

Lindsey L


Dragonfly Daycare

15870 Camino San Bernado, San Diego, CA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(1)

Dragonfly Daycare is LICENSED (License #376101679) and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Friday) About me: - I have over 5 years of experience working at a different daycare full-time. - I graduated college in 2008 in Tehran, Iran where I studied nursing as well as art. I incorporate...
5.0
"Sanaz has been working with me for almost 6 years at my daycare, and has officially opened her own daycare She is incredibly hard-working, and was always the one to help write the daily lesson plans for the children. She did so many beautiful and educational...

Maliha E


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
"Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up for a tour. Pictures on yelp can't show you how adorable her set up is for kids of different ages. Sayena makes our child...

Larisa H


Homa's Daycare

Homa's Daycare

10062 Riverhead Drive, San Diego, CA

Starting at $320/wk

5.0

(10)

I am a licensed childcare provider with many years of experience of working with infants and toddlers. I have been running a small daycare for more than 12 years with no more than five children at a time so they can receive full attention and care. I offer a loving home environment for the children...
5.0
"Homa is a wonderful, caring and attentive day care provider. As a mom working full time, it has been a blessing knowing my children are safe and loved in her care. I highly recommended."

Mehrnoush S


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
"As a first time mom 4 years ago it was overwhelmingly difficult to find a daycare that I felt comfortable leaving my child at. When I walked into Cardiff Family Daycare I was done interviewing! There was a sense about this place and I knew (call it mama instinct)...

Tracy


Fara's Day Care / Preschool

Fara's Day Care / Preschool

6750 Caurina Ct, Carlsbad, CA

Costimate: $320/wk

4.2

(5)

My name is Fara, and I am mature, responsible, reliable, honest, and hardworking. Most importantly, I love children and enjoy caring for them, nurturing them, and watching them grow to become their own person. Many of the parents had their children stay at my daycare until they went off to Pre-K!...
5.0
"I am so thankful to have found Fara's school. She is a wonderful, loving and nurturing caregiver. There is nothing more valuable than having someone who loves your child taking care of them when you are away. Her home is warm and inviting. She offers structure,...

Amie A


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 feel so fortunate to have found Mrs. Gerry's daycare! For over three years, we have been continuously impressed with how many wonderful things our LO learns from manners, to Spanish, to making great friends and learning social skills like sharing and caring...

Gwen B


Baby Whisperer Infant Care

Baby Whisperer Infant Care

1914 White Birch Dr., Vista, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

4.9

(30)

Specializing in infant care for over 20 years with expertise in early infant and toddler development. Conveniently located, easily and quickly accessible to Carlsbad, San Marcos, Oceanside and Vista. Extensive references available. Baby Whisperer Infant Care provides a warm and nurturing home...
5.0
"I don't even know where to start to express my gratitude for Elayna. She truly is the Baby Whisperer! I was a brand new mom at the beginning of COVID and was so nervous when it came to finding a caregiver for our baby. When we met her, we just felt that she was the...

Rachel B


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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Family Daycares in Cardiff by the Sea, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.