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Part-Time Daycares in Vista, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews of the 60 listed part-time daycares

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

The Beehive Family Child Care

We started going to The Bee Hive when our daughter was six months old, our daughter is now 4.5 years old. The last four years have flown by...

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Happy Times Child Development Center

For the record, this is not a babysitting service or run-of-the-mill childcare facility. Happy Times Child Development Center operates a...

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The Magical Child Daycare

1175 York Drive Vista, CA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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 &...

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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The Beehive Family Child Care

1055 Mullen Way Vista, CA

4.2(9)

State license verified

The Beehive Family Child Care is a fully licensed Home Childcare facility. My name is Leticia. I'm a Child Care Provider, I specialize in infant and toddler care. I am well rounded with children of all ages. You want the best for your child, and so do I. Here at The Beehive FCC, we want all of our parents to have the peace...

Care Member says "We started going to The Bee Hive when our daughter was six months old, our daughter is now 4.5 years old. The last four years have flown by with Leticia...

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Happy Times Child Development Center

755 Civic Center Drive Vista, CA

4.0(4)

State license verified

Special needs
Academic
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 3 more
We provide quality childcare in a loving atmosphere! A Great Place To Grow!

Care Member says "For the record, this is not a babysitting service or run-of-the-mill childcare facility. Happy Times Child Development Center operates a top-of-the-line...

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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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Stars Montessori Academy

1680 South Melrose Drive Vista, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
North County's prestigious Montessori Academy in Vista, CA, accepts Toddlers through 6 years old for half-day, full-day and extended-day schedules. Each of our classrooms are filled with natural light, beautiful materials and child-sized furniture. Our playground includes bike trails and a large area for physical activity. Tours...

Kelly S. says "Stars Montessori Academy is the most amazing school. I feel so privileged and lucky that my three children (4, 2, and 1) have the opportunity to learn from...

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Baby Whisperer Infant Care

1914 White Birch Dr. Vista, CA

4.9(32)

State license verified

In-Home daycare
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 environment flexing to the needs of...

Care Member says "Choosing Elayna as our daycare provider was the best decision we could have made for our son. We’ve been with her for a year and a half, starting when...

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Klein Family Day Care

945 La Rueda Vista, CA

5.0(7)
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...

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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LittleLiving Nature School

923 Eucalyptus Avenue Vista, CA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
Our Reggio Emilia/Nature School inspired Preschool-K Seasonal Sessions are set in a licensed outdoor based small home daycare. Your little one can explore, discover, delight, share, learn, play and socialize in an intimate nature and arts rich experience. Our beautiful outdoor garden rooms host a variety of plants and...

Kimberly K. says "If you're looking for a place where your child can truly be a kid-play outside all day, jump in piles of leaves, steer a pretend pirate ship, go on...

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Grace Presbyterian Preschool

1450 E VISTA WAY VISTA, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1050/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Grace Preschool is a brand-new facility serving families with children ages 18m- 5 years. Please see our tour schedule to schedule a tour today! We provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows students to gain relatable experiences through a balance of student and teacher led activities. Students are encouraged...
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Sweet Pea Connect

1244 Alta Vista Dr Vista, CA

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...
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Charla Family Daycare

706 Bel Air Drive W Vista, CA

State license verified

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 & Culture, Movement & Exercise,...
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Rainbow Daycare

915 Vista, CA

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...
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Kids Town Montessori

867 Sycamore Ave Vista, CA

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Kid s Town Montessori School. KTMS is a family owned and operated Montessori pre-school offering part-time and full-time programs for children ages 1 to 9 years. Our educational childcare/daycare program offers emphasis on four areas: care of self and the environment, sensory and motor education, writing and reading, and math...
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Mary Jo L Daycare

1635 Tarakim Lane Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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...

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)
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...

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)
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...

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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The Children's Ark

1170 Lita Lane Vista, CA

State license verified

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,...
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Hart's Place is a family operated residential care facility for the elderly. A care home where residents are treated with love, respect, understanding and dignity. We consider our residents as part of our family. We have home cooked meals and clean environment, providing assisted living services for short term recoveries and...
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H.'s Place Assisted Living

2331 Monte Vista Dr Vista, CA

Hart's Place is a family operated residential care facility for the elderly. A care home where residents are treated with love, respect, understanding and dignity. Our residents are considered part of our family. We provide home cooked meals, clean environment, and assisted living service for short term recoveries and long...
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Kingdom Kidz Childcare

5345 Gooseberry Way Oceanside, CA

4.3(20)

State license verified

Hello! We are a licensed in home daycare (up to 14 children) . We have 20 years of experience for ALL ages. CPR certified & first aid. We accept drop in, half days, part time and full time care. We offer 10% discounts for siblings, military, police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers and doctors. We also accept program...

Care Member says "Both of my little ones have been enrolled here (first in 2021 and now in 2024), and I am so grateful for Alanna, Cheryl and Tiphanie and their...

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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Vista, 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 Vista, 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 Vista, 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 Vista, 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 Vista, 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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