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ICM Child Care Center

4.0

iCM Tech. It's about doing what is right for the right reasons. Not for attention, accolades, or rewards- but simply because it is the right thing to do.

- Dayana I

Applied Scholastics Academy San Diego

5.0

I amnanretired k-12 Tutor and had much trouble teaching reading comprehension the first 12 years tutoring. I could trach phonics, spelling and writing, but not comprehension. In 1980 I was trained in th Applied Scholastics Study Techniques which included internship tutoring. This was the mist...

- Tracy S

Gabbybears Daycare

4.0

Hi. I live in La Mesa 91942 We had a baby on September 10. Her mother will go back School In 4 weeks. So, We are looking for a daycare that is close from us and accepts our child at that time. I am looking forword to your response. Thanks. Kind Regards Ahmed Al Qasem

- Ahmed

Desi's Child Care

5.0

Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every elementary school around to find out...

- Kristie L

Leida's Family Child Care

5.0

If I could give a million stars, I would give a million+1! Leida is the best thing that happened to our family. She is beyond attentive, super clean and so kind. I have one child who she cared for from 12 weeks to almost 4 and now another from 14 weeks till present. I never worry about my children...

- Kelly K

Preschools in La Mesa, CA

ICM Child Care Center

ICM Child Care Center

Bancroft Dr, La Mesa, CA

Starting at $280/wk

4.0

(1)

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 their time listening and reading storybooks, coloring, planting, and many more activities....
4.0
"iCM Tech. It's about doing what is right for the right reasons. Not for attention, accolades, or rewards- but simply because it is the right thing to do."

Dayana I


Applied Scholastics Academy San Diego

5911 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

5.0

(1)

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 whose goal is to help each student reach their educational potential. After an academic...
5.0
"I amnanretired k-12 Tutor and had much trouble teaching reading comprehension the first 12 years tutoring. I could trach phonics, spelling and writing, but not comprehension. In 1980 I was trained in th Applied Scholastics Study Techniques which included...

Tracy S


Childtime of La Mesa

Childtime of La Mesa

5565 Lake Park Way, La Mesa, CA

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 philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...

ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL INC

4816 Glen St, La Mesa, CA

Starting at $820/mo

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 Fridays. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten...

Flahive Family Home Day Care

5845 Kelton Ave, La Mesa, CA

Starting at $200/wk

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 programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and...

Lisa's Lil' Tikes Preschool &

4351 Parks Ave, La Mesa, CA

Starting at $715/mo

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 Mesa CA, they also provide before and after school programs. Operating hours are Mondays...

C F Y I INC

4885 Harbinson Ave, La Mesa, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

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 weekdays, from 6:30am to 6:00pm.

Gabbybears Daycare

3637 Avocado Village Court 101, La Mesa, CA

Costimate: $194/wk

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 MEET YOUR NEEDS. * WE OFFER AFTERNOON OR OVERNIGHT CARE TO ACTIVE MILITARY FAMILIES*...
4.0
"Hi. I live in La Mesa 91942 We had a baby on September 10. Her mother will go back School In 4 weeks. So, We are looking for a daycare that is close from us and accepts our child at that time. I am looking forword to your response. Thanks. Kind Regards Ahmed Al...

Ahmed


Luci's Family Child Care

Luci's Family Child Care

8064 Allison Ave, La Mesa, CA

Costimate: $239/wk

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, Luci's Family Child Care is near multiple schools and surrounded by the I-125, I-8, I-52,...

ICM Child Care

ICM Child Care

Bancroft Dr, La Mesa, CA

Costimate: $194/wk

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, caring staff who work as a team to ensure children receive high quality care and education....

Charley Brown Children's Center

5921 Jackson Dr, La Mesa, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

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 ways. The center provide child care for families and kids from 6 weeks to five years old.

Desi's Child Care

Desi's Child Care

4093 Rueda Drive, San Diego, CA

Starting at $180/wk

5.0

(1)

WE ENROLL CHILDREN 1-5 YEARS OF AGE! Join us for preschool activities, fun and wonderful friendships! We focus on: -Teaching about kindness, manners and having a positive attitude -Instilling and extending language and vocabulary -Developing fine and gross motor skills -Encouraging positive social...
5.0
"Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every...

Kristie L


Leida's Family Child Care

Leida's Family Child Care

10836 Caravelle Place, San Diego, CA

Starting at $260/wk

5.0

(1)

Hello! I'm a licensed (Lic # 376627833) family child care provider with more than 6 years of child care experience. My business hours are Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. I'm bilingual English and Spanish. I provide all meals and snacks. I'm located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood near...
5.0
"If I could give a million stars, I would give a million+1! Leida is the best thing that happened to our family. She is beyond attentive, super clean and so kind. I have one child who she cared for from 12 weeks to almost 4 and now another from 14 weeks till...

Kelly K


Dino Daycare and Prescool

Dino Daycare and Prescool

6 Highland Ave, National City, CA

Costimate: $299/wk

5.0

(1)

Dino Daycare and Preschool is dedicated to fostering children s personal growth and prepare them for school years and beyond. Dino Daycare and Preschool staff will strive to provide the Highest Quality Childcare and Educational Service that promotes and enhances each child s development; while...
5.0
"My child has attended Dino daycare for a year, and we love it. The staff is polite and professional. The facility is well maintained and clean. Communication between parents and staff is excellent as well. Teachers provide weekly updates(upon request) on your...

Zitlally R


Healthy Toddlers Care

Healthy Toddlers Care

4026 Olympic Street, San Diego, CA

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(2)

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 (Personal crib or toddler bed.) Multicultural Curriculum with Yoga and Gardening...
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...

Kara B


Enriquez Family Child Care

Enriquez Family Child Care

556 Osage Street, Spring Valley, CA

Starting at $221/wk

5.0

(5)

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 Kindergarten. Our structured schedule allows them to have fun while learning and keeping their...
5.0
"I have been taking my 2 daughters to Enriquez Family child care for over 5 years. Belen is a very caring and passionate caretaker and my 2 daughters, ages 7 and 10, always enjoy going to her. She goes out of her way to provide additional, fun events for all the...

Pericles I


Ms. Cookie's House

Ms. Cookie's House

1480 Santa Diana Rd Unit 5, Chula Vista, CA

Costimate: $243/wk

5.0

(4)

Ms. Cookie's House is a Christian based, academic, family child care facility, in Chula Vista. We are state licensed (376628490) and care for children from 3 months to 5 years. We offer a year-round academic program with a strong emphasis on early Reading, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies,...
5.0
"Mrs Cookie is very warm and welcoming. My son loves her. She's like his grandmother away from home. Very sweet and kind. She is always my go to when I want to go out on dates. I highly recommend Mrs Cookie."

Paris L


St Paul's Senior Services

St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St, San Diego, CA

Starting at $1015/mo

5.0

(1)

With extended hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Paul's Child Care program offers a loving, family oriented environment for children to learn. Offering care for infants as young as two-months to children five years of age, we provide a positive atmosphere promoting the intellectual, social and...
5.0
"I love St. Paul's!!!!! My Daughter has learned so much from the 2 1/2 years she has attended this Daycare. They have curriculm plans and teach so much! My daughter knows her abc's, numbers, colors shapes and so much more and she is only 2! They also help so much...

Rachel M


Randolph Family Child Care

Randolph Family Child Care

6800 Harvala Street, San Diego, CA

Starting at $225/wk

5.0

(12)

I received my Bachelors of Art degree in Pre-K/Primary education at the University of West Florida.. My journey in education began in 1992, as a senior in high school. My first job was as a 6 to 6 teacher. While earning my degree, I worked in several areas of education starting as teacher's...
5.0
"Cindy and her staff couldn't be any better. The school is more learning based and interactive, and they focus on manners and treating other kids with respect. We couldn't be happier with how our daughter is doing here."

TJ K


Academy of Play

Academy of Play

892 E Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA

Costimate: $245/wk

5.0

(1)

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 childcare possible, by creating a supportive and enriching environment based on the interest...
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...

Andrea O


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