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We have 464 daycares in San Diego, CA! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

3900 CLEVELAND AVE SAN DIEGO, CA

3.0(3)

2 mi

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Reggio emilia
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We are an inclusive, diverse preschool in the heart of Hillcrest helping children make sense of the world through play. We accept both toddlers and preschoolers (18-months to 5 years) in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment full of passionate and dedicated teachers. At Hillcrest Preschool, we focus heavily on socialization, using everyday interactions to teach essential life skills in organic and developmentally-appropriate ways. As children grow and develop, we prepare them for Kindergarten using a child-led, play-based approach - naturally incorporating numbers, literacy, writing, science, and all academic subjects into our daily curriculum based on the children's interests and abilities. We are committed to authenticity and equity so that our children, families, and teachers feel seen, accepted, and celebrated for who they are, laying the groundwork to leading healthy, productive lives and the ability to thrive. We accept children 18mos. - 5yrs., offering full-time and part-time schedules, either full or half days. We offer a variety of tuition discounts and accept all major subsidy tuition assistance programs for qualifying families. Please give us a call or send us an email to schedule a tour!

Care Member says "Could not be more happy with Hillcrest Preschool! A wonderful experience for my daughter and we plan to enroll our son next year! Teachers go above and...

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7238 - La Petite Academy on Carmel Mountain Rd

10050 CARMEL MOUNTAIN RD SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

17 mi

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We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7240 - La Petite Academy on Sabre Springs Parkway

12668 SABRE SPRINGS PKWY SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(1)

16 mi

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We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care, toddler care, early preschool, preschool, Pre-K/Pre-Kindergarten, junior Kindergarten and private Kindergarten programs. Learn more about our educational daycare for infants and above, plus before- and after-school care, enrichment programs, summer camp, and Flex Care.

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Imperial Learning Academy

7210 LISBON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

8 mi

Preschool
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RATCLIFFE, MONICA FAMILY CHILD CARE

1978 CHAUMONT PL SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(5)

6 mi

In-Home daycare
I've been in Daycare for 30 years. The biggest joy is when my daycare children become adults and then bring me their children. Former clients often refer me to their coworkers. I have truly raised a village. In my daycare I attempt to provide a home away from home. I presently on the nutrition program which means I provide healthy meals ...... Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Snack and Dinner. I assist with potty training and provide educational toys and videos. We feel like a big loving family.

Shanitra O. says "I'm writing to give rave reviews for Monica Ratcliff. She was an excellent caregiver for my children and family members children"

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Marthas Daycare

12000 BLOCK CIJON ST SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(17)

16 mi

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Special needs
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We are a licensed Family Home Daycare with a loving and educational environment. We provide all the meals breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner. Everything is home made nothing frozen or from a package. We teach our children in Spanish and English. We have been doing Daycare for 40years. We do dance, yoga, art and much more.

Care Member says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about this daycare! I was so nervous about sending my baby to daycare, but from the very first visit, Martha made...

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Nese Kids Care

967 CAMINO DEL RIO SOUTH SAN DIEGO, CA

5.0(4)

3 mi

Academic
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Preschool
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At Nese Kids Care, we provide exceptional early education for children as young as 6 weeks up to 5 years old. Our thoughtfully designed programs nurture each child's natural curiosity while building the foundation for lifelong learning. Currently enrolling 12mo and up. Currently accepting Infants (6wks-12mo) to waitlist for 2026.

Care Member says "Our son started at Nese Kids Care when he was just 10 weeks old--the youngest of all my children to ever begin daycare. I was nervous about leaving him...

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Wunderkind Child Care

3265 Ogalala Ave, SAN DIEGO, CA

8 mi

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Montessori
International
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Welcome to Wunderkind Child Care, where children grow in a warm, safe, and inspiring environment. Our bilingual program (English & Russian) combines early academics, creative arts, music, and play-based learning with plenty of outdoor activity. Children enjoy four healthy, home-cooked meals daily in a bright, spacious setting with dedicated rooms for play, rest, and exploration. Experienced teachers with bachelor’s degrees in Child Development and over 8 years of practice provide loving guidance every day.
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Mohamed, Habiba Family Child Care

3530 College Avenue Apt A San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

6 mi

Welcome to Mohamed Habiba family childcare! We offer children a supportive and friendly environment that's just like home. At our home daycare, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that ensure they reach their developmental milestones. We focus on a variety of Developmental Play-based activities to offer a diverse education which fosters a love of learning. We know that schedules vary, and we have options for part-time, full-time, single-day, and drop-in packages. We are proud to offer language programs in Arabic and French to support bilingual families or any family interested in exposing their child to a culturally diverse environment. We can't wait to meet you! Please reach out to schedule your tour. I am an experienced director with over 10 years of experience, and I am committed to providing the highest quality of childcare. I have a Master's Degree in Science in Gerontology from San Diego State University. A Bachelor of Art Degree in Women Studies from San Diego State University. An Associates Degree in French from Grossmont College. I also have a certificate in Child Development. With my professional experience and certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Early Childhood Education, I focus on developmentally appropriate activities for children to encourage their excitement for learning. Offering: -Competitive rates -Snacks -Home-like atmosphere -Help with the children homework -Care for children with special needs -Flexible schedules: open 24/7 -Engaging environment encouraging arts and crafts -Speak English, French and Somali -Open to subsidized childcare clients

Suleyka H. says "I have been going to Habiba for 3 years and I must say, I'm never going anywhere else! I am a single mom so I definitely need the help and without her I...

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Berthiaume Family Daycare

4770 Orcutt Avenue San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

8 mi

I have a large Licensed Home Daycare. I'm in Allied Gardens & run a great program with the best assistant!!! We love what we do & can't wait to meet you guys! We offer your family a home away from home unique experience! I'm easygoing, and a fun loving kind of gal who's been caring for children for 20 years! I provide "Extended Family Care" which means that your child will be in a loving and nurturing family atmosphere. *Our hours are: Monday- Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm. * Well balanced and nutritious, warm, kid friendly meals are provided. *The children have their own playroom/bathroom. We are always happy to assist with potty training. *Tons of age appropriate games,toys, blocks, books, music, and puzzles. One on one and group structure keeping to fun schedule; painting, arts & crafts, reading/story time. *We have the best backyard of all the Allied Gardens In Home Daycares. Huge play area set up just for kids! Fenced in, clean and SAFE with cars, scooters, play structures and more! * Outstanding references *Certified in CPR/AED and First Aid *PayPal/Venmo accepted Give us a call today!

Leslie F says "Jen, and her family/staff took excellent care of my baby girl full time and my boy after school for years. Our daughter had a lot of allergies and I felt...

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Healthy Toddlers Care

4026 Olympic Street San Diego, CA

5.0(3)

6 mi

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 Lessons All Staff has Child Development Degrees Music and Movement Turtle Exhibit and Pet Chickens Affordable rates - rates include healthy homemade meals Hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm We have positive reviews Healthy Toddlers Care mission is to provide a program which considers the intellectual, creative, social, emotional and physical development of the whole child while fostering curiosity, confidence, and compassion in an academically rich environment that inspires a lifelong commitment to learning. We believe that a safe, stable, healthy and culturally relevant environment is crucial to a child's growth. Through the cooperative partnership of parents and staff, we provide a model of community that will sustain and enrich our children throughout their lives. FAQ Q: What age range do you accept? Generally, we only accept infants who are 18 months and older. However, we may make an exception for a child who can walk and feed him/her self. If your child doesn't have these skills, it's best for you to sign up for our waiting list. However, we will except school age students for drop-in purposes. We understand that families need services when their school may have an extended holiday break or school closer dates. Q: Do you have a cut off age? Yes. Our enrollment cut-off age is four-years-old. We strongly believe that children need to graduate from childcare to preschool at age four. Just as students in an elementary, middle and high school are usually grouped by age, we find that the four-year-olds are ready to break away from the toddlers and infants to prepare for kindergarten. Q: Do you accept part-time enrollments? I was thinking of using a childcare service for two or three days a week. As a family childcare home, we have a limited number of students we can enroll. It doesn't make sense for us to allocate space for part-time students. You are welcome to enroll your child on a full-time basis and not send him/her every day. But we do charge full tuition for every child regardless of the number of days he/she attends. Q: What are your hours? Our regular hours are from 7:30 to 5:30. Ther

Anne R. says "Healthy Toddlers Preschool is truly extraordinary. We feel so fortunate to have our little one here. Miss Bridgette is incredibly smart, warm, and intuitive...

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Bosforo Diana Family Child Care

1003 Bush Street B San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

2 mi

Hello, my name is Diana Bosforo and I have been an excellent daycare provider for the past 30 years. I have owned my state license for many years, I am CPR certified, and I am also a member of the YMCA child facility. I love kids and treat all the babies I take care of as if they were my own grand kids.

Julia V. says "Diana is as close as you can get to dropping off your child at grandma's house--she truly cares about the kids, and has a genuine bond. We started taking...

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Nana's Day Care

5531 Chandler Drive San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

7 mi

PRESCHOOL TEACHER/ DAY CARE. Let me introduce myself, my name is Paty. I have a licensed home Day care in Clairemont Mesa since 1996. (I have over 20 years of experience.) I have passed Home Inspection by State of California. I have had background and fingerprint. I graduated as a preschool teacher in Southwestern College. I am Health & Safety/CPR and First Aid certified. I offer a nutritional program with Chicano Federation including breakfast, snack, lunch and dinner. I supervise homework sessions and offer bilingual education. I also accept all programs. Like CDA, YMCA. NACCRRA, and any other government program. -$275 per week. Infants -$250 toddlers A happy environment with lots of love. Your child will received individual care and attention. My goal is your child be safe and happy. Registration fee is $25. I welcome drop-ins. WE HAVE OPENING FOR SCHOOL AGE AT THIS MOMENT

Jenna W. says "Patty was the most wonderful caretaker for my daughter. I felt totally secure leaving her with her and Mila loved being with Patty. I received videos and...

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Leida's Family Child Care

10836 Caravelle Place San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

8 mi

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 Tierrasanta Elementary School and De Portola Middle School. Feel free to give me a call at (805) 358-0621 if you need an interview or have any questions. Thanks!

Kelly K. says "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...

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The Vine Learning Center Inc.

2130 Ulric Street San Diego, CA

3.0(7)

6 mi

Child care
We believe that our method allows each child to develop his or her given potential. The child is encouraged to grow socially, physically, and intellectually. The early years of a child's life are important in developing skills for understanding the concepts of language, art, math, science, and reading, as well as their motor skills. This is critical for later success in life as an adult. The Vine Philosophy The Vine Learning Center welcomes children of all abilities, with the commitment to provide quality care and education to each child. We believe every child is a unique individual with varying needs, and we welcome the diversity that brings to our centers. All children and families deserve to be full members of their communities, to have the opportunity for development and learning, and to experience a sense of belonging. The Vine supports inclusion by providing access to our amazing curriculum programs, embracing inclusive participation in our programs, and offering support to our educators through training and consultation by our Education and Inclusion Services teams. Inclusion is not just a strategy for helping certain children overcome challenges; inclusion is a way of life at The Vine.

Henry V says "My wife and I had to move to San Diego for my work. We really didn't know where to look for a reputable Childcare for our daughter who was at the time only...

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Jennifer's Family Childcare

4471 Pocahontas Ave San Diego, CA

5.0(4)

7 mi

Hi, my name is Jenny. I have been working with children for 30 years! Owning a Licensed family childcare for 20 years of it Lic# 3222010199. I take pride in the care I provide and seek to entertain the children I care for while providing an educational setting. Over the years, I have had infants come in and watched them grow into school age. During the years, I have relationships and lifelong friends I'll never forget. Children are what I have dedicated my life to the joy and fun they bring into my life is unending. My home has always been set up in a childcare setting. I take pride in the care I provide and always seek to keep children's heath and safety in mind. I look forward to extending the experience and dedication I have to your children! Thank you and God Bless.

Julie A. says "My daughter has been going to Jennifer's Family Childcare for over one year, since she was 3 months old. I was scared to leave her with strangers at...

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All Smiles Family Home Daycare

1735 San Eugenio San Diego, CA

5.0(2)

12 mi

Caesar R. says "This was my first time looking for childcare so I definitely was nervous. Mrs.Sandra was a breath of fresh air I'm so thankful for all the love and...

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Judy's Family Childcare

4014 34th Street San Diego, CA

5.0(7)

3 mi

With over two decades of experience in early childhood education, at Judy's Family Child Care, you and your child aren't clients - you are family. We provide nutritious meals, field trips, and a creative curriculum that includes art, science, music, and many hands on activities to make learning fun! We focus on developing both self esteem and social skills through a nurturing, loving and creative environment, so that every child has the confidence they need to succeed. PLEASE NOTE that at this time we can not enroll children less than 12 months old. We look forward to having you join our extended family soon.

Nurith A. says "Ms. Judy is a true treasure. She combines many years of experience with genuine love and care for the children under her care. Her daycare focuses on...

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Starting Small Family Daycare

867 Morrison Street San Diego, CA

5.0(1)

3 mi

Hello and thank you for looking. My name is Tammy. With degrees in Child Development and Inspired by child development's best, I bring fun, excitement, and love for learning into young minds and lives. My approach to teaching is based on a strong belief that children learn through play. I believe that learning is not taught, it is experienced. I provide fun hands on activities for children to explore, discover and investigate. With over 20 years of childcare experience and multiple degrees in child development, I am not your ordinary home daycare provider. It is my desire and hopes to enrich little people's minds, to give them a hunger and passion for learning. It is also my personal goal to provide a place where children want to come, an environment that is welcoming, loving, safe and encouraging to children. I'm a highly recommended daycare, please see me. Startingsmalldaycare.com I'm located off the 805/15 and Market I'm close to the 94 as well. If you are interested please give me a call and we can set up a tour time, (which are in the evenings, as I don't allow strangers in during daycare hours). Want to know more or see my reviews and testimonials? Simply go to my website. Thank you for your time, Tammy

Nicole C. says "Miss Tammy is AMAZING! She loves my son and the other kids like they are her own! She is so patient and kind! I appreciate how she spends a few minutes...

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Little Roses

6397 Silverbush Creek St San Diego, CA

5.0(6)

16 mi

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 a home like environment where children are encouraged to promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. We are dedicated to fostering an environment filled with age appropriate developmental learning and exploration through play. Our Commitment To Parents: Daily reports, Date Nights on last Friday of every month and a peace of mind. Our Commitment To Kids: Every day promises an exciting new adventure with activities such as: Circle time, Arts & Crafts, Free play, Show & Tell, Outdoor play, Singing, Dancing, Music, Yoga and more!!!!

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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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA

Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 716 reviews of the 464 listed daycares

HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

Could not be more happy with Hillcrest Preschool! A wonderful experience for my daughter and we plan to enroll our son next year! Teachers...

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7238 - La Petite Academy on Carmel Mountain Rd

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7240 - La Petite Academy on Sabre Springs Parkway

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

FAQs for finding daycares near you in San Diego, CA

Daycare centers near you in San Diego, CA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in San Diego, CA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in San Diego, CA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in San Diego, CA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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