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Recent child care center reviews in Carlsbad, CA

Kids Castle

5.0

Can you give 10 stars instead of 5? I can't write enough good things about Kids Castle. We found out about them on Tootris and signed up for a tour. Pictures on yelp can't show you how adorable her set up is for kids of different ages. Sayena makes our child amazing homemade food, keeps him...

- Larisa H

Little Ones Daycare

5.0

Lillia and Hannah are amazing. Our daughter was always so happy to go to daycare. I highly recommend Little Ones Daycare for their caring and calming environment.

- Christina M.

Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

5.0

From age 3 months to kindergarten, Carlene is magnificent with "her" kids. At 4 1/2 - 5 years old, these children know their alphabet, simple add and subtract, the Pledge of Allegiance, their parents cell phones and where they live. These children are well above their age level. It's a shame they...

- Van S

Happy Times Child Development Center

5.0

For the record, this is not a babysitting service or run-of-the-mill childcare facility. Happy Times Child Development Center operates a top-of-the-line Child Care. They have cared for both of my children from the time they were just a few months old until they graduated from their preschool...

- Care member

Stars Montessori Academy

5.0

Stars Montessori Academy is the most amazing school. I feel so privileged and lucky that my three children (4, 2, and 1) have the opportunity to learn from the wonderful staff members at Stars. Their program teaches children Spanish, yoga, cooking, gardening, music, reading, computers, math,...

- Kelly S.

Child care centers in Carlsbad, CA

Kids Castle

Kids Castle

6783 Follette Street, Carlsbad, CA

5.0

(5)

Kids Castle is a licensed family home daycare for children, aged 6 weeks old and up. Our school combines academic learning with structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. It has been an absolute joy to have been working in this field for more than 20 years. In my years working as a...
5.0
"We highly recommend Kids Castle! Our son has been attending for over a year and we are beyond grateful we found such a delightful place. We adore Sayena. We feel as though she is an extension of our family. Sayena is kind and caring, embracing every child with...

Kimberly F.


Little Ones Daycare

Little Ones Daycare

6910 Peach Tree Rd, Carlsbad, CA

5.0

(5)

Hello my name is Lilia! Here at Little Ones Daycare we offer childcare for infants as young as three months old, and for toddlers until they are ready for pre-school. I have worked with kids for the past 15 years, and have 10 years of daycare experience alone. I worked as an assistant at a daycare...
5.0
"Lillia and Hannah are amazing. Our daughter was always so happy to go to daycare. I highly recommend Little Ones Daycare for their caring and calming environment."

Christina M.


Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

Parkhurst Preschool/Daycare

6998 Waters End Drive, Carlsbad, CA

5.0

(1)

We understand that this is an important and exciting time for you as you go through the process of choosing a preschool-kindergarten for your child. At Parkhurst Preschool and Daycare, we provide a loving, supportive, and nurturing environment where children develop a lifelong love of learning....
5.0
"From age 3 months to kindergarten, Carlene is magnificent with "her" kids. At 4 1/2 - 5 years old, these children know their alphabet, simple add and subtract, the Pledge of Allegiance, their parents cell phones and where they live. These children are well above...

Van S


Kidz Xpressions Preschool/childcare

Kidz Xpressions Preschool/childcare

930 Daisy Ave, Carlsbad, CA

Kidz Xpressions is truly unique! The home is devoted to the children with a large creative play area, school room, large outdoor play area, and private napping rooms for each infant. Owner and teacher Ms. Laura has been teaching ages infant-5 year olds for over 20 years in both the large centers and...

4870 - Everbrook Academy of Carlsbad

4870 - Everbrook Academy of Carlsbad

7150 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, CARLSBAD, CA

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive,...

Pilgrim Children's Center Preschool (age 2-5) and Full Day Kindergarten Full and Half Day Programs ($255-$915) Call to schedule a tour! Full Day Kindergarten $755 Extended Care $850 Registration $150 Materials Fee $25 Experienced Credential Teacher, Small Class Size (1:12), Common...

Angel Academy

La Costa, Carlsbad, CA

Our licensed (lic# 376621298) family daycare / child care center / preschool offers warm, nurturing environment for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We are a Montessori school and provide education based on that approach to learning. Day care teachers graduated from the Association Montessori...

Preschool Kruger House

3215 Eureka Pl, Carlsbad, CA

Preschool Kruger House Carlsbad, California 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 care for families and kids from Parent-Toddler, Toddler, and...

Dora Danna Day Care

1260 OAK AVE, Carlsbad, CA

Hi, my name is Dora. I have lived here in Carlsbad for over 25 years, and have been a childcare provider for 25 years. I am fully licensed, and provide care for ages as young as 6 weeks to 4-year-old children here in my home day care center. I accept full and part time schedules. I personally...

Christ Presbyterian Preschool

7807 Centella St, Carlsbad, CA

Christ Presbyterian Preschool is a state-licensed early childhood education facility that offers early care and learning programs for preschool children. Located in Carlsbad, California, the company admits children ages two and a half to five years old. The company implements a developmental...

Debbie's Day Care

2095 Linda Ln, Carlsbad, CA

Debbie’s Day Care offers a safe and caring environment for children where learning takes place in a comforting setting, integrated with play, and real accomplishment. Established in 1985, it is located at 2095 Linda Ln. Carlsbad, CA. Operating hours are weekdays from 7:30am to 5:30pm.

Carlsbad Children's Garden

2518 Jefferson St, Carlsbad, CA

The Carlsbad Children's Garden located at 2518 Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They provide...

Aspirations School of Learning

6286 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA

Aspirations School of Learning located in Carlsbad, CA is a Reggio inspired school that offers programs for Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten Prep, and Kindergarten. Students at Aspirations enjoy a well-rounded curriculum and enrichment programs such as American Sign Language, Spanish,...

Happy Times Child Development Center

Happy Times Child Development Center

755 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA

4.0

(4)

We provide quality childcare in a loving atmosphere! A Great Place To Grow!
5.0
"Welcome to Happy Times Child Development Center - My Name is Maria and I'm the proud founder of the Happy Times Child Development Programs. We started Happy Times in 2008, in order to provide quality and reliable care for my own children. I ambitioned my children...

Care member


Stars Montessori Academy

Stars Montessori Academy

1680 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA

5.0

(5)

North County's prestigious Montessori Academy in Vista, CA, accepts Toddlers through 6 years old for half-day, full-day and extended-day schedules. Each of our classrooms are filled with natural light, beautiful materials and child-sized furniture. Our playground includes bike trails and a large...
5.0
"Stars Montessori Academy is the most amazing school. I feel so privileged and lucky that my three children (4, 2, and 1) have the opportunity to learn from the wonderful staff members at Stars. Their program teaches children Spanish, yoga, cooking, gardening,...

Kelly S.


🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and...
5.0
"The new playground is AWESOME. Staff is very warm and passionate about quality care. They have a school lizard too (in a tank). Love the Vista vibes. "

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Grace Presbyterian Preschool

Grace Presbyterian Preschool

1450 East Vista Way, VISTA, CA

Starting at $1050/mo

5.0

(2)

Grace Preschool is a brand-new facility serving families with children ages 18m- 5 years. Please see our tour schedule to schedule a tour today! We provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows students to gain relatable experiences through a balance of student and teacher led...
5.0
"Absolutely wonderful place ! The director was so kind, helpful and it is such a blessing for our community to have a preschool like this !! "

Care member


My Learning Tree Daycare

My Learning Tree Daycare

319 Mission Villas Rd., San Marcos, CA

5.0

(2)

Dear families, My name is Sarah, I am the proud owner of an in home family daycare, "My Learning Tree", that is licensed by the state of CA as well as insured. I have all my credentials, CPR certified, clear background check, and I have a medical background. Our hours are 7:30 am- 5:30 pm. All age...
5.0
"Sarah has been nannying my sons since they were babies, she is very careful, playful, responsible and my kids love being around her! All around great care."

Linda W.


SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER  ( 760-44 SUNNY )

SUNNYSIDE LEARNING CENTER ( 760-44 SUNNY )

178 S RANCHO SANTA FE ROADSAN MARCOS, CA, SAN MARCOS, CA

At Sunnyside Learning Center we implement 'The Creative Curriculum' in all of our classrooms from Infant to Preschool. The Creative Curriculum is a teaching tool that is based on five fundamental principles. These principals assist the teachers in the following areas of development in order to...

Bright Start Preschool

Bright Start Preschool

1143 Wild Canary Lane, Encinitas, CA

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...

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Ratings for Carlsbad, CA child care centers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Child Care Centers in Carlsbad, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers.