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Joy of Learning Montessori - FULL TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL

The teacher is really nice. She is knowledgeable, hardworking, caring and ready to guide you and your child. The Montessori is very well...

- Parul M.

Quentz Bilingual Academy

I recently enrolled my 3-year old at the Quentz Bilingual Academy. I highly recommend Dr. Cindy Lehmann's school. We don't speak Chinese,...

- Mary Ann R.

Moonlight Daycare Inc.

We are so grateful to have found Ms. Mattie and for the love and care she has given our son, W. She was fully booked the first time we...

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HAPPY TIME NURSERY

6409 LAS COLINAS RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Happy Time Nursery School is located in Rancho Santa Fe. We limit our program to 25 children to allow for a comfortable, play-based program. We strive to provide an environment to ensure your child is well-rounded. We focus on listening and speaking skills, preliminary math and writing skills, as well as manners. We strongly...
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Happy Time Nursery

6337 Los Colinas Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Preschool
The Happy Time Nursery in Rancho Santa Fe, California provides childcare and preschool education for two through six year old children. Their age-appropriate and play-based curriculum allows the children to express themselves and stimulates their cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. Activities include pony rides,...
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Joy of Learning Montessori - FULL TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL

10933 Camino Abrojo SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
FULL TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL (9a - 4p) - *woman owned and operated* - I am a Montessorian myself and experienced school teacher with 6+ years of experience working with small children. I am a Montessori mom from 13+ years for 2 children. Also a Certified AMI 3-6 years Teacher ,and now researching as a teacher and scholar in...

Parul M. says "The teacher is really nice. She is knowledgeable, hardworking, caring and ready to guide you and your child. The Montessori is very well thought through,...

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Quentz Bilingual Academy

9840 La Tortola Ct. San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
Waldorf
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
Quentz Bilingual Academy offers a full and part-time family based Montessori preschool program for children ages 2-5. Founded by U.C. Berkeley PhD, Dr. Cindy Lehmann, we are a California state licensed program, designated STEAM education facility and YMCA certified Wellness Champion Program partner. Quentz offers a rigorous,...

Mary Ann R. says "I recently enrolled my 3-year old at the Quentz Bilingual Academy. I highly recommend Dr. Cindy Lehmann's school. We don't speak Chinese, but in 3 days...

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Moonlight Daycare Inc.

13406 Salmon River Road San Diego, CA

5.0(37)

State license verified

Hello Parents, My name is Mahtab. I am living in Rancho Penasquitos. Moonlight Daycare Inc. is licensed by the State of California. Here is some information about myself. I got my Child Development Teacher and Master Teacher certificates, from Miramar College. I got a Teacher Permit from San Diego County Office of Education,...

Care Member says "We are so grateful to have found Ms. Mattie and for the love and care she has given our son, W. She was fully booked the first time we called and we...

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Starfield Montessori Daycare

16315 Alipaz Court San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Starfield Montessori is a happy, safe and an intellectually stimulating home based Montessori facility. The learning environment is designed to nurture your child's natural curiosity and set them on the lifelong path of learning. Staying true to the Montessori philosophy, we have a holistic view of child development with equal...

Cindy B. says "LOVE my child's daycare. Teachers are very attentive, friendly, respectful, caring and receptive to requests. My daughter loves it here. She smiles every...

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Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

1953 Brooks Glen Escondido, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Honey Bubble's Home Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment! I am a state licensed Home childcare provider and I have openings to care for children in my home on 2001, I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precaution, Medication...

Care Member says "Let me start off my saying Mrs. Tina and her staff are awesome. Such a blessing to have them in my daughter's lives. My daughters have been with Mrs....

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Little Roses

6397 Silverbush Creek St San Diego, CA

5.0(6)
Little Roses Family Day Care with Montessori [License # 376627747] (Driven by Montessori Principles) Certified Montessori teacher joined our school. She's having 25 years of teaching experience in a well renowned Montessori school. "Play is the highest form of research " - Albert Einstein Our Philosophy : We offer...

Ratna B. says "Nalini is a kind and caring person by nature. I sent my boy here since he was 9 months old and cant explain how happy we are for the decision. My son loves...

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Cardiff Family Daycare

1618 Falcon Hill Ct Cardiff, CA

5.0(6)

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Your child can have fun learning! I focus learning in the following areas: Music, Arts & Crafts, Early Math & Science, Reading, Sensory Play, Role/Puppet Play, Gross & Fine Motor Skills, Social Skills, Good Manners, Cooking. My name is Jodie. My school is within my home, located in Cardiff off...

Lidia K. says "My daughter started at Cardiff Family Daycare in 2018 and my son started in 2020, and it has been such a great experience. Jodie has such a nurturing heart...

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Child Care

14504 Penasquitos Dr San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

My name is Elham and I have a Large Family Child Care, Licensed by the State of California. I have earned my bachelor's degree in Sociology and my associate's degree in child development. I have dedicated over 23 years to the education and growth of young children through experience as a Preschool teacher and through years of...

Neda says "My daughter has been going here for one year since she was 21 months. She loves Miss Elham and daycare. Elham is so loving and kind and has been wonderful to...

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Azam Daycare

5398 Shannon Ridge Ln San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Welcome to AZAM Daycare! Enroll now and let your children be a part of Azam Daycare. Azam Daycare welcomes young learners into a new world full of discoveries, new skills, and opportunities to build friendships with peers. My home daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The rates are $450 / week for full-time...

Care Member says "We love Azi. My son started when he was three months. She is so loving and nurturing. She made our entire family feel like her a part of her wonderful...

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Kiddie Cove Italian Family Daycare

11058 Carlota St San Diego, CA

5.0(16)

State license verified

My goal is to create a tight community between children, family and school. A place where a children will come to learn, find a friends and feel like this is a second home for them. I believe that: A loving, care and educational environment is needed for your child to grow. I will do my best to assist your child in...

Care Member says "My 2 yr old son has been going to Corinna for 5 months. The transition between daycares was hard for him but Corinna was very caring and he quickly...

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ABC Children's Center of San Diego

12145 Alta Carmel Court Suite 270 San Diego, CA

4.8(8)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 1 more
Our privately-owned children's center, cradling Rancho Bernardo, Carmel Mountain Ranch and Poway, is fully licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services. We are open for child care from 6:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. five days a week (year round, excluding legal holidays). We offer child care programs for ages 3...

Diana says "My daughter loves loves her teachers and going to ABC each day. Even when I go to pick her up , she like to stay there for an added half hour at least. She...

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ABC Learning Center (Family Home Childcare)

13404 Sawtooth Road San Diego, CA

5.0(3)
Welcome to ABC Learning Center! Your Smile is Our Smile, Family Home Child Care. We are Eco-friendly and a Vegetarian Home Daycare and Preschool facility following CDA nutrition food Program. Conveniently located in Rancho Penasquitos 92129, San Diego. Dedicated to fostering an environment filled with development learning...

Daniel says "We are so happy to have had the opportunity to put our daughter here. She gained a well developed curriculum and the food is all vegetarian based which help...

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Mina Home Daycare

17158 Monterey Ridge Way San Diego, CA

5.0(24)

State license verified

My daycare is LICENSED by the State of California (License #376626594 and OPEN from Monday-Friday (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM). My rate $300 for infants is $250 per week for full-time for 2 years and up-accepted. Hello Everyone! My name is Mina and I have opened up my own family childcare home this year. However, I have had several...

Care Member says "We've been entrusting our three children to Mina for years, and it's been an absolute blessing. From the moment our eldest started, we knew we'd found...

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Hugs And Smiles Child Care

13044 Cayote Ave. San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Hello Parents! My name is Maryna. I provide a kind and loving environment for young children, ages 2 to 6 years. A variety of fun and educational activities are offered throughout the day. I was a volunteer for one year at Deer Canyon preschool, where I worked with teacher in a classroom of 9 to 12 students. Assisted the kids...

Maria A says "Our son Victor has been going to Hugs and Smiles for a while, and Maryna truly makes it feel like a second home for him. He's got everything he needs,...

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Discovery Isle (Twin Oaks-San Marcos)

308 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd SAN MARCOS, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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...
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Discovery Isle (Carlsbad)

6130 Paseo del Norte CARLSBAD, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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...
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Bright Start Preschool

1143 Wild Canary Lane Encinitas, CA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Preschool
Bright Starts Preschool is a home-based preschool located in beautiful Olivenhain, Encinitas on almost 3/4 of an acre! Here children have plenty of room to run and play. Bright Starts is a Reggio Emilia Inspired Preschool with carefully designed lessons that foster learning in a creative, warm and caring, child-centered...
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Discovery Isle (Ted Williams Pkwy-Poway)

14521 Ted Williams Pkwy POWAY, CA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, CA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, CA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, CA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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