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Olga Ramirez Family Child Care
5.0
Hi Miss Olga. Hope you are well. I just wanted to share something fun.
The other night Jesi Rae and Jesiah were laying in bed with us and for about half hour, they were sharing memories of their time with you.
They had so much joy when they were sharing their stories.
They remembered so many...
- Jesse V
Angela Medina Family Daycare
5.0
Really love this Daycare, the house is always clean, and Angela is very sweet with my kids. Couldn't be happier!
- Janete M
Kid Planet Daycare and Preschool
5.0
Our daughter spent about a month at Kid Planet, the only reason we left was that she got off the waitlist at a preschool. Cindy, Cathy and Edna are so caring and kind, they are somehow able to give all the kids individual attention and plan fun activities each day. I also appreciated that they serve...
- Tyyne P
Nicole's Little Ducklings
5.0
My daughters have been going to Nicole's for a few months now and Nicole and her family are absolutely amazing! Nicole is very experienced and loves what she does, and it definitely shows in the care she provides to my daughters. She does her absolute best to make sure that their needs are being...
- Jessie H
Kimberly Caldwell's Family Child Care
5.0
My oldest started with Ms. Kim in 2020 for a few years before he moved on to elementary school, but he still wants to come in and say hi when we pick up his brother, who is currently still in her care. Both my kids enjoy every day at Ms. Kims! My kiddos love the occasional tattoos they get (don't...
- Karen P
Preschools in La Mesa, CA
5.0
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I have 22 years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator. In Olga's Family Child Care, we offer a fun and educational structured program for infants, toddlers and preschool children to help them prepare for kindergarten. Our home is a smoke free environment. We have a big backyard where we spend...
5.0
"We cannot say enough about how wonderful Olga and her family have been for our little boy. After an extensive search for child care we knew the moment we met Miss Olga that this place is so much more than daycare. Olga, her mother and her children, Bernie &...
Tessa
5.0
(1)
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 alphabet.
*CPR/ first Aid and Health certified.
*License # 376616412.
*Plenty of great...
5.0
"Really love this Daycare, the house is always clean, and Angela is very sweet with my kids. Couldn't be happier!"
Janete M
5.0
(10)
Kid Planet Daycare provides a fun, enriching and nurturing place for children, 2 months to 5 years old. Kid Planet offers lots of outdoor playtime and fun educational experiences that help promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
We are a Family Home Daycare and Preschool....
5.0
"My son attended Kid Planet as a toddler. Amanda provides a caring environment where kids feel loved and can comfortably explore the world around them. The play-based learning structure worked well for my son. At drop off and pick up, all of the children were always...
Diana
5.0
(4)
Hello parents!
My title is neither nanny, nor daycare center, as I fall wonderfully in between. You get all the benefits of both with me. No large groups of children fighting for attention & passing viruses around! Yet, I provide all meals, snacks, learning & craft supplies at no extra charge....
5.0
"I highly recommend Nicole!!! I have been utilizing Nicole to care for my two boys ages 2 & 3 for the past year. She has provided amazing care for my boys who both have developmental delays. She caters to their needs and has gone above and beyond to help them grow...
Lisa M
5.0
(3)
Hi Parents,
Thank you for taking the time to read about me and my business. I know finding the right Child Care/Preschool and Provider for your little ones isn't an easy decision. Please know I am here to answer any and all questions you may have during this time.
I have been a licensed provider...
5.0
"My kids have been going to Kimberly's Family Child Care since they were both babies. I have my youngest still enrolled while my oldest is now in school. Finding Kimberly was a blessing. She's trustworthy, loving, and my kids have always had a blast playing and...
Allison M
5.0
(1)
Mimi's Place - License #376621683
3137 El Cajon Blvd. #43, San Diego, CA 92104
M - F 24 hour availability
For November & December - 1 week of free care after 4 weeks of care
Full-Time Infant Rates 0-2: $200 weekly
Full-Time Toddler Rates 2-3: $150 weekly
Full-Time Potty Trained to...
5.0
"We've been going to Mimi's place since our daughter was an infant and LOVE it! Nika the owner is kind, courteous and so helpful when it comes to each stage of development. Our daughter is moving on to pre-school now and we are sad to go! Nika and her assistant...
Jamie G
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Michelle but my daycare kiddos and parents call me "Mimi".
I have been providing in-home-daycare for over 18 years; 8 years of which I was a Certified Provider under the Navy's Child & Youth Program. I am fully licensed by the State of CA to run a small daycare, certified in...
5.0
"Michelle took care of our sons while we were stationed in San Diego. My oldest was 2.5 years old when he started with her, and after I had our second son, he started at the daycare too, at 8 weeks old until just over 1 year old when we transferred. My boys loved it...
Candace
5.0
(4)
Our program is Eco-Friendly, so we want to emphasize the importance of children being outdoors so they may learn natural processes and become knowledgeable and appreciative of nature.
We do organic gardening. We compost our food scraps in compost bins and through vermi-composting. We do rainwater...
5.0
"Our son has been attending Tender Care for almost 2 years now. He absolutely loves it. Judy and Randy beautifully incorporate child led learning into a fun and supportive free play setting. Because of the multi-age setting part of our sons learning comes from his...
Holly
5.0
(4)
Hello! My name is Mrs Liz owner & Lead Bilingual early childhood certified teacher. Our facility has been happily serving our community for 25 years. We have a group of 14 preschoolers and/or infants as well. Our students love our Bilingual classroom setting and our huge playground area. We serve...
5.0
"My two daughters used to go here, the youngest one used to stay all day and she used to drop off and pick up my other one at school. I had the hardest time potty training my daughter but she quickly learned once she started going to this daycare. My daughters loved...
Angela G
4.0
(1)
4.0
"I love this daycare it is warm and welcoming. The children have fun learning through play. My child loves coming to the daycare and get upset when it is time to leave."
Stephanie O
5.0
(1)
Here at Children of the King, your child will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities, which promote all aspects of development. Family childcare provides for children the comfort and experience of belonging to an extended family. My approach to childcare is child...
5.0
"Both my children attended this daycare center. The level of professionalism was amazing. It was the perfect mix of scholastic and fun, all grounded in a Christ centered environment. Ms. Sena treats each child there as if they were her own. If you're looking for a...
April
Our preschool classes help your child to make friends, get socialized, and be more than ready for kindergarten.
We focus on a "Whole Child" philosophy and help develop your child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills through PLAY!
Little as they know they are actually...
We are a private preschool with 7 locations looking to fill out openings and hire more staff. We are located in El Cajon, Santee, and Lakeside. We offer care for children ages 6 weeks to 16 years old. Call us at 619-249-4328 to be directed to the center closest to you. We offer full curriculum and...
*****Chula Vista All Day Affordable Child Care*****Government programs are accepted. We offer a nurturing family environment daily curriculum preschool activities a nutritional program for all meals, CPR & First Aid Certified 26 years of experience. There is part-time, full-time, before & after...
Kids Depot in a licensed, and NAEYC Accredited Child Development Center provides services for infants 6 weeks old and up to School age children 12 years old. We provides programs for young children that foster the whole child concept, stimulates a child's natural interest in, and enjoyment of...
My Name is Makisha Mcneil the Director of Dreambig Family ChildCare, Providing a safe and healthy environment for infants and children. Our school offers Infant and Toddler Care, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and School-Age programs. We've been serving families in the community for more than 10years....
1.0
(1)
Kid Ventures Preschool Academy is a new and innovative way to do preschool centered around a customized learning experience for your child. Our preschoolers receive the benefits of both classroom learning and play-based exploration in Kid Ventures' award winning creative environment.
When you...
Hello my name is Mary and I am a new teacher in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon. I started this home based preschool with the vision of creating a nurturing environment for learning and getting your preschooler ready for kindergarten.
Lil Monarchs have circle time, outdoor play and one on one...
Montessori Program. Serving children from two years to 12 years. Our program consists of half and full day programs. Extended hours available for parents who need care past the full day. We offer an excellent extracurricular program to all the children. All teachers are Montessori Teacher...
Hello!!!
Thank you for checking out my ad! I am Ms. Lisa and I own and operate a very successful licensed home daycare, located in Santee. We have been operating for 17 years. My daycare name is My Place, Just for Kids. We are a daycare and preschool.
We care for 12 children between the ages...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in La Mesa, CA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in La Mesa, CA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in La Mesa, CA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and 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 near me in La Mesa, CA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in La Mesa, CA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to 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?
When looking for a preschool near you in La Mesa, CA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in La Mesa, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.