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Randolph Family Child Care
5.0
First of all, I don't even know where to begin! I found Miss Cindy on Care.com and I am so blessed and glad I did! My son was in her & the staff's care from 2018 when he was 8 months old. Being a first-time mother, she ensured my son was safe and clean. Her daycare is always clean, orderly, and...
- Candyce J
Healthy Toddlers Care
5.0
Our 2 1/2 year old has been at Healthy Toddlers Care for a few months and absolutely loves it. They do such a great job with their programming, including lots of crafts, play, along with yoga, and feeding pets (bunnies, turtles, chickens, etc). All of their teachers are so nice and engaged, and they...
- Kara B
Academy of Play
5.0
Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly and able to answer all my questions. The teachers were so nice as well and all the kids...
- Andrea O
Preschools in La Mesa, CA
4.0
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A Day or Long-term care for your child at a Fun, nurturing, early learning daycare. Located in a safe neighborhood in Mt.Helix, La Mesa.
At our daycare, we focus on your child and their needs. Children spend...
5.0
(1)
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Here at Applied Scholastics Academy San Diego we create happy and successful students.
Part of the way we achieve this is through one-on-one tutoring.
Our tutors are caring and trained individuals...
Rancho San Diego KinderCare
3655 Via Mercado, La Mesa, CA 91941
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Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great...
Childtime of La Mesa
5565 Lake Park Way, La Mesa, CA 91942
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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational...
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The Saint Andrew's Episcopal, Incorporated located at 4816 Glen Street, La Mesa, California, provides basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to three-thirty PM, Mondays through...
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Warren Walker is an early childhood education provider that offers academic programs for prekindergarten, kindergarten, and elementary students. Located in La Mesa, California, is a WASC-accredited school that...
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Flahive Family Home Day Care located at 5845 Kelton Avenue, La Mesa, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides...
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Lisa's Lil' Tikes Preschool offers a safe and nurturing environment where children will love to learn and play. They have varied programs for children from birth to 12 years old. Located at 4351 Parks Ave La...
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HOURS 6:00 a.m. TO 6:00 p.m. but flexible with schedule
MONDAY THRU FRIDAY, WEEKENDS ARE FLEXIBLE
WHETHER YOU NEED FULL TIME, PART TIME OR DROP IN CARE, SPECIAL OCCASION OR JUST DATE NIGHT
I'M HERE TO...
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Luci's Family Child Care provides a safe and healthy environment that allows children to grow socially, emotionally, physically, linguistically, and cognitively. Located in La Mesa and very close to El Cajon,...
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Charley Brown Children's Center in La Mesa, is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable...
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CFYI Inc. is a state licensed center that provides childcare, daycare, preschool and kindergarten programs. Established in 1980, it is located at 4885 Harbinson Ave La Mesa CA. The operating hours are...
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Leave your child in loving hands in a fun, nurturing, early learning daycare, located in the beautiful Mt.Helix area in a safe neighborhood.
At ICM, Children are cared for by highly qualified, experienced,...
5.0
(1)
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Warm family environment, with over 20 years experience, now enrolling!
*All meals included.
*Infant to School age children.
*Play time and learning activities such as reading, writing, counting and...
5.0
(12)
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I received my bachelors degree in Pre-K/Primary education. My journey in education began in 1992, as a senior in high school. My first job was as a before and afterschool teacher. While earning my degree, I...
Recent Review:
5.0
First of all, I don't even know where to begin! I found Miss Cindy on Care.com and I am so blessed and glad I did! My son was in her & the staff's care from 2018 when he was 8 months old. Being a first-time...
Reviewed by Candyce J
5.0
(8)
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Hello Mom and Dad. I am licensed as a family child care provider--20 years--located in my child care home in the College area (Convenient to College Ave and Hwy 94, and College Ave and I-8. Close to La Mesa,...
5.0
(2)
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ENROLL TODAY - CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A TOUR!
Full-Time space available for children who are two years old & up.
What sets us about from the rest?
Spacious outdoor learning environment
Separate nap room...
Recent Review:
5.0
Our 2 1/2 year old has been at Healthy Toddlers Care for a few months and absolutely loves it. They do such a great job with their programming, including lots of crafts, play, along with yoga, and feeding pets...
Reviewed by Kara B
5.0
(1)
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Academy of Play is a Spanish immersion preschool serving ages 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Aiming to provided the highest quality of childcare possible.
Our purpose is to provide the highest quality of...
Recent Review:
5.0
Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly...
Reviewed by Andrea O
5.0
(5)
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I have had the pleasure of working with children for over 20 years. Our goal is to welcome children and make them feel at home. We provide a preschool curriculum for ages 3-5 and prepare them for...
5.0
(4)
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Hello! My name is Mrs Liz. I am the Owner and also an early childhood certified teacher. Our facility has been happily serving our community for 16 years We have a group of 14 preschoolers and/or infants as...
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FAQs for finding preschools in La Mesa
In 2023 what types of preschool can I find near me in La Mesa, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs you can send your kids to in La Mesa, CA. The first is a full-time preschool program that usually works well for parents working full-time shifts. The second is a part-time preschool program where you can enroll your child for 2-3 days per week and typically choose between a morning or afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child. You can also check your options in La Mesa, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program in La Mesa, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools in La Mesa, CA ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in La Mesa, CA.
How can I find a preschool near me in La Mesa, CA?
There are currently 244 preschools in La Mesa, CA on Care.com and you can filter these local results by distance from your zip code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check reviews from other families in La Mesa, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.