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1.The Rhoades Preschool

520 Balour Drive ENCINITAS, CA

1 mi

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The Rhoades Preschool in Encinitas, CA is dedicated to providing the communities of Old Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain, Leucadia, La Costa, and Bressi Ranch with an educational experience grounded in academic excellence and genuine care. The right start can shape a lifetime of learning. At The Rhoades Preschool in Encinitas, we provide an inspiring early education experience where purposeful play, academic foundations, and character development come together in a nurturing…
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6130 Paseo del Norte CARLSBAD, CA

6 mi

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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 advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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Preschool

7150 RANCHO SANTA FE RD CARLSBAD, CA

(1)

6 mi

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Everbrook Academy of Carlsbad is a trusted daycare and preschool in Carlsbad, CA, offering child care programs and summer camp. We provide full-time and part-time enrollment, as well as drop-in care options to support your family’s schedule. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, offers live streaming video, real-time updates, photos, and more to keep you connected throughout the day. Schedule a tour at 7150 Rancho Santa Fe Rd to see how we help children feel confident, supported, and…
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Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and families and provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. The communication from teachers and admin is wonderful as well! We are excited for all of our children to attend Everbrook."
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1655 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd SAN MARCOS, CA

6 mi

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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 advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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13340 HAYFORD WAY SAN DIEGO, CA

(3)

7 mi

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Carmel Valley Preschool has been a member of the community for nearly three decades. We are dedicated educators looking to help children learn and grow. *Our schedule options and all rates are available on our website cvpreschool.org Our program offers: Loving and experienced teachers Age-appropriate learning through play and exploration A faith-based environment that nurtures character and kindness Opportunities for creativity, discovery and friendships Separate classes for ages…
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Care Member says "CVPS is wonderful and caring environment for children. They have an excellent balance of learning and play, with teachers that truly care about your kids. "
Kindergarten
Academic
Preschool
Faith based
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

4983 Lassen Drive OCEANSIDE, CA

(5)

9 mi

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TLC Homelike Childcare offers a safe, nurturing, and play-based environment where children learn, grow, and feel at home. Our program focuses on age-appropriate activities that support social, emotional, and developmental growth through guided play. We provide a clean, secure, and loving home-like atmosphere where each child receives individualized care and attention.
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Care Member says "Shiva and her family take such amazing care of our son. She is attentive and patient, and truly loves every single child there. We are so grateful to have found such a supportive and nurturing daycare for our son, and love getting the daily updates on actives and playtime! Highly recommend if you are looking for a great in home day care. "
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308 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd SAN MARCOS, CA

10 mi

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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 advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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Preschool

725 SHADOWRIDGE DR VISTA, CA

(1)

10 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Vista, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Vista, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout the day…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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403 N TWIN OAKS VALLEY RD SAN MARCOS, CA

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11 mi

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Lauren .. says "They are fantastic! My son loves them as much as we do. Lots of great programs/activities ie. Scientific. Being a scientist I am just so impressed that they are introducing things like this at an early age. The staff is great! Definitely recommend! "

Foucaud Way SAN DIEGO, CA

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11 mi

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Loving, Experienced home Daycare-Play-based Learning for All ages. With years of hands-on experience caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers , I offer a nurturing home daycare where every child is seen, supported and given room to grow at their own pace. My program is built around play-based learning, with daily circle time that introduces phonics, shapes, colors, continents, numbers in a fun , age -appropriate ways.Children also work on fine motor and hand eye coordination activities…
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Susie H. says "Fini's home daycare was exactly what I was looking for when my daughter was 14 months old. Upon recommendation from a local neighbor, I enrolled my daughter with plans to stay for about a year before sending her to a larger pre school. Well we decided to keep her with Fini longer for 3 years because of the care she received. First of all, Fini and her helper are so kind and caring. They treat each child with love and respect. Fini's home always felt safe and clean. She…
In-Home daycare
Developmental (play-based)

10050 CARMEL MOUNTAIN RD SAN DIEGO, CA

(1)

12 mi

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At La Petite Academy on Carmel Mountain Rd, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in San Diego, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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1364 E. Mission Rd SAN MARCOS, CA

12 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle San Marcos has a great reputation with the locals for its child care programs. Our facility is conveniently accessible from the I78 and I15 freeway. Our child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 6 years of age.
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Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)

8111 NEW SALEM ST SAN DIEGO, CA

(1)

12 mi

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At Childtime of San Diego we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in San Diego, CA. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 8111 New Salem Street…
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Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"
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10125 Azuaga St SAN DIEGO, CA

12 mi

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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 advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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4126 Executive Drive LA JOLLA, CA

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12 mi

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Nierman Preschool uses an integrated early childhood model. With a nurturing environment that utilizes emergent curriculum and focuses on children’s interests and learning needs. Our primary goal is creating community through building trusting relationships with children, teachers, and families. We celebrate the joy of learning, intertwined with lasting friendships. We have created a safe, nurturing environment that offers opportunities for exploration and discovery, and are committed to…
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Care Member says "From preschool to summer camp, my kids have truly loved every moment at the JCC. It has always felt like more than just a place to go—it’s like family. The inclusion program, the play-based learning, the traditions, and the fun, engaging environment all support growth in the most meaningful ways. The J is a place where friendships flourish and the community grows stronger together. My daughter already dreams of becoming a camp counselor one day because of the positive impact…
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Outdoor/nature

4179 AVENIDA DE LA PLATA OCEANSIDE, CA

(1)

12 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Oceanside, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Oceanside, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout the…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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12000 BLOCK CIJON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

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12 mi

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We are a licensed Family Home Daycare with a loving and educational environment. We provide all the meals breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner. Everything is home made nothing frozen or from a package. We teach our children in Spanish and English. We have been doing Daycare for 40years. We do dance, yoga, art and much more.
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Care Member says "Choosing Martha’s daycare has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our daughter! She started at just 6 months old and has thrived under the loving care of Martha and Brittany. We know she’s always well-fed, cared for, and most importantly, happy! From fun activities and adorable holiday photos to supporting important milestones, they truly go above and beyond. “Grandma Martha” has become part of our family, and we’re so grateful to have found such a loving home away…
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Special needs
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Developmental (play-based)

4280 VIA RANCHO RD OCEANSIDE, CA

(1)

13 mi

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At Childtime of Oceanside we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in Oceanside, CA. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 4280 Via Rancho Road…
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Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"

12668 SABRE SPRINGS PKWY SAN DIEGO, CA

(1)

13 mi

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At La Petite Academy on Sabre Springs Parkway, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in San Diego, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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8748 GOLD COAST DRIVE SAN DIEGO, CA

13 mi

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Kiddies Korner Family Daycare provides a warm, safe, and nurturing home-like environment where every child receives personal attention and care. We combine the comfort of a family daycare with a structured preschool experience, including daily circle time, reading, art, music, dancing, and fun age-appropriate learning activities. Children also enjoy plenty of opportunities to play, socialize, and build confidence and independence. Our experienced and caring teachers focus on each child’s…
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Recent part-time daycare reviews from local parents

Part-Time Daycares are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 39 listed part-time daycares

4870 - Everbrook Academy of Carlsbad

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships…

- Kayla S.

CARMEL VALLEY PRESCHOOL

CVPS is wonderful and caring environment for children. They have an excellent balance of learning and play, with teachers that truly care…

- Care member

ATOUFIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE

Shiva and her family take such amazing care of our son. She is attentive and patient, and truly loves every single child there. We are so…

- Care member

FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Encinitas, CA

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Encinitas, CA can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Encinitas, CA provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Encinitas, CA, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Encinitas, CA can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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