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Family Daycares in Cardiff by the Sea, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares

Gardening & Exploring With Children

Respectful and caring daycare provider

- Josefina G.

Mali's Home Child Care

Our son went to Mali's for three years. He absolutely loved it and we knew he was well taken care of. Our son would run into her house...

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Child Care

My daughter has been going here for one year since she was 21 months. She loves Miss Elham and daycare. Elham is so loving and kind and has...

- Neda

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Girassol Daycae

550 Faith Ave Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Welcome to the premier coastal childcare provider "Girassol Daycare" in Cardiff by the Sea/Encinitas/Del Mar/Carlsbad area. We are open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We are here to assist busy moms and dads! Girassol is a Licensed Home Daycare with limited openings available! Ages 0 years and up accepted. Very...
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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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Mali's Home Child Care

17892 Creciente Way San Diego, CA

5.0(57)

State license verified

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 childcare, however, I have...

Care Member says "Our son went to Mali's for three years. He absolutely loved it and we knew he was well taken care of. Our son would run into her house everyday and talk...

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Child Care

14504 Penasquitos Dr San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

My name is Elham and I have a Large Family Child Care, Licensed by the State of California. I have earned my bachelor's degree in Sociology and my associate's degree in child development. I have dedicated over 23 years to the education and growth of young children through experience as a Preschool teacher and through years of...

Neda says "My daughter has been going here for one year since she was 21 months. She loves Miss Elham and daycare. Elham is so loving and kind and has been wonderful to...

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Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Lone Quail Rd San Diego, CA

4.8(25)

State license verified

Academic
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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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Just For Kids Family Child Care

1302 Country Club Drive Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
Just For Kids Family Day care is a place where children of all ages can explore, experience the wonder of nature and grow in a fun and safe environment. Through, art, science and music and physical activities the children learn how to explore their world. Each child participates according to their individual stage of...

Karen L. says "We have had our son (2.5) here for several months and he has just blossomed. They are doing a fantastic job of taking care of, educating and enriching him...

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Mina Home Daycare

17158 Monterey Ridge Way San Diego, CA

5.0(24)

State license verified

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. However, I have had several...

Care Member says "We've been entrusting our three children to Mina for years, and it's been an absolute blessing. From the moment our eldest started, we knew we'd found...

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Little Roses

6397 Silverbush Creek St San Diego, CA

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 Philosophy : We offer...

Ratna B. says "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...

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Starfield Montessori Daycare

16315 Alipaz Court San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Starfield Montessori is a happy, safe and an intellectually stimulating home based Montessori facility. The learning environment is designed to nurture your child's natural curiosity and set them on the lifelong path of learning. Staying true to the Montessori philosophy, we have a holistic view of child development with equal...

Cindy B. says "LOVE my child's daycare. Teachers are very attentive, friendly, respectful, caring and receptive to requests. My daughter loves it here. She smiles every...

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Kiddie Cove Italian Family Daycare

11058 Carlota St San Diego, CA

5.0(16)

State license verified

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 best to assist your child in...

Care Member says "My 2 yr old son has been going to Corinna for 5 months. The transition between daycares was hard for him but Corinna was very caring and he quickly...

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Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

1953 Brooks Glen Escondido, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Honey Bubble's Home Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment! I am a state licensed Home childcare provider and I have openings to care for children in my home on 2001, I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precaution, Medication...

Care Member says "Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been with Mrs....

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Azam Daycare

5398 Shannon Ridge Ln San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

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 $450 / week for full-time...

Care Member says "We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her wonderful...

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Cardiff Family Daycare

1618 Falcon Hill Ct Cardiff, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

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 Cardiff off...

Lidia K. says "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...

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Moonlight Daycare Inc.

13406 Salmon River Road San Diego, CA

5.0(37)

State license verified

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 Diego County Office of Education,...

Care Member says "We are so grateful to have found Ms. Mattie and for the love and care she has given our son, W. She was fully booked the first time we called and we...

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Oceanview Home Daycare

14204 Classique Way San Diego, CA

5.0(17)

State license verified

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 all times. We are...

Care Member says "Zarmina (Mrs. Z) and her helpers have taken care of my children for the last 5 years since they were a few months old. A friend referred her when we...

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Hugs And Smiles Child Care

13044 Cayote Ave. San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Hello Parents! My name is Maryna. I provide a kind and loving environment for young children, ages 2 to 6 years. A variety of fun and educational activities are offered throughout the day. I was a volunteer for one year at Deer Canyon preschool, where I worked with teacher in a classroom of 9 to 12 students. Assisted the kids...

Maria A says "Our son Victor has been going to Hugs and Smiles for a while, and Maryna truly makes it feel like a second home for him. He's got everything he needs,...

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Little Angels Daycare

2218 13th St Encinitas, CA

5.0(20)

State license verified

Hello Parents, My name is Ellie, l am a proud Mother of a 9 years 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 would love to help you. Thank...

Care Member says "We love Little Angels Daycare! Ellie is so kind and caring, she is exactly the kind of person I was hoping I would find to be with my son when I...

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Pooh's Pals

15362 Paseo Ajanta San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Pooh's Pals Home Childcare has openings for all ages. I offer Full Time, Part Time and Drop-In. I am open Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. offering a one adult to 4 child ratio. I promise if you hire me your child will be very well cared for, happy and safe. Please call or email me if you would like to come over for an...

Donna W. says "I highly recommended this in home daycare as well as 1 other daycare. This daycare has a great atmosphere very friendly. The children are great! The babies...

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Ebenezer Sophie' Creche

12614 Senda Panacea San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
At Sophie's Cr che, we use play-based methods to foster academic learning. We focus on the ability to learn social, emotional, behavior, thinking and communication skills from 0 to age 5 to build a strong and positive mind for a lifetime confidence. We believe all children have the capacity to learn effectively provided the...

Care Member says "My daughter has been going to Sophie’s daycare for a year and a half. She absolutely loves going! Daycare is an hour away and my daughter is not a fan...

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When looking for a family daycare near you in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.

When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.

When choosing family daycare near you in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.

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