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Recent child care center reviews in La Mesa, CA

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 C.

HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY

5.0

I had no one to help me and they were my savior!

- Vanessa T.

FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

5.0

All the staff are very friendly.

- Care member

BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY

5.0

They are really good with teaching the kids. My daughter started late kindergarten and immediately picked up how to read and write. It has been a great experience so far.

- Vanessa R.

Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE

5.0

Cece has been incredible. We have had bad experiences with other in home day care providers so it made us weary to use another one. But she has earned our trust and our 3 year old autistic son absolutely loves it there. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Child care centers in La Mesa, CA

ICM Child Care Center

ICM Child Care Center

Bancroft Dr, La Mesa, CA

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 C.


ICM Child Care

ICM Child Care

Bancroft Dr, La Mesa, CA

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....

Warren Walker School

Warren Walker School

5150 Wilson St, LA MESA, CA

Starting at $1385/mo

Our multi-disciplined and integrated curriculum encourages self-confidence, independence, and good character while teaching the children how to participate successfully in a group setting. We understand that young children build the foundation for later academic success through hands-on, play-based...

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...

Bunny Bears Preschool La Mesa

Bunny Bears Preschool La Mesa

5358 Jackson Drive Suite 2, La Mesa, CA


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.

La Mesa First United Methodist Church in La Mesa, 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 Nursery care to...

C F Y I INC

4885 Harbinson Ave, La Mesa, CA

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.

ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL INC

4816 Glen St, La Mesa, CA

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...

Lisa's Lil' Tikes Preschool &

4351 Parks Ave, La Mesa, CA

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...

HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY

HIGHER LEARNING ACADEMY

9467 JAMACHA BOULEVARD, SPRING VALLEY, CA

5.0

(3)

Higher Learning Academy is year round school serving ages 0-5. We also have after school program for ages up to 13 years old. We participate in the State CSPP program and CCTR for infants through preschool. HLA has been operating for 15 years and is open from 6am to 6pm.
5.0
"I had no one to help me and they were my savior! "

Vanessa T.


FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

FAITH CHAPEL LEARNING ACADEMY

9400 CAMPO ROAD, SPRING VALLEY, CA

5.0

(5)

At Faith Chapel Learning Academy, we believe that every child is a precious creation, entrusted with unique talents and a bright future. Our mission is to cultivate a Christ-centered environment where children can joyfully explore, confidently learn, and grow into their full potential.
5.0
"All the staff are very friendly. "

Care member


BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY

BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY

345 FIFTH AVENUE, CHULA VISTA, CA

Starting at $1507/mo

5.0

(3)

Since 2006, Berean Bible Baptist Academy has developed a reputation for providing children with a high-quality Christian education in grades K-12th including our Pre-school (Ages 3-4) which began in 2008. Our goal is to lead our students to a relationship with Jesus Christ and to give them a solid...
5.0
"I just love them and how they are very attentive to my son and his needs."

Angela E.


Montessori Home Daycare /  FAMILY CHILD CARE

Montessori Home Daycare / FAMILY CHILD CARE

1337 Indian Creek Place, CHULA VISTA, CA

5.0

(5)

Commit to Your Child’s Future At our Montessori Home Daycare ( Bilingual & Curriculem Base) , we wholeheartedly believe in the power of early childhood education. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can grow, learn, and thrive. With a strong focus on...
5.0
"Provide a warm atmosphere. Positive interaction between children & educator. Safe place & clean. 100% recommend "

Care member


Shooting Stars Daycare

Shooting Stars Daycare

7831 Golfcrest Dr., San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Shooting Stars Daycare proudly adheres to the highest standards of education and caregiving. This is a licensed home daycare business located in San Carlos, near Mission Trails National Park. My life has been dedicated to caregiving, specializing in infants and toddlers. I've made a career working...
5.0
"Nikki and Shooting Stars is one of the best things that ever happened for our family! Our son attended from 4 months - 2y2m old, and we couldn't be more grateful for the time he spent there. Nikki and SSD became an extension of our family. Our son thrived at SSD....

Care member


Kid Planet Daycare and Preschool

Kid Planet Daycare and Preschool

7074 Mohawk St, San Diego, CA

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
"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....

Tyyne P.


Randolph Family Child Care

Randolph Family Child Care

6800 Harvala Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(19)

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
"Randolph Family Child care played a crucial role in our son's life, especially during the pandemic when social interactions were limited. Thanks to the caring environment provided by Ms. Cindy and Ms. Blanca, our son had the opportunity to socialize and develop...

Care member


PRESCHOOL!!! LAKESIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER

PRESCHOOL!!! LAKESIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER

9908 CHANNEL ROAD, LAKESIDE, CA

Starting at $1083/mo

5.0

(5)

WE ARE A PRESCHOOL AND are a faith-based educational center that concentrates on teaching the whole child. Children grow developmentally in the academic, physical, social, emotional and spiritual domains at their own pace.. Our classes are teach-directed with qualified teachers, along with...
5.0
"We absolutely love Lakeside Pres Preschool! My oldest started there when he was two, he’s now in TK nearby but now my middle child is there. The school staff is so kind and positive, they are communicative and support collaboration with the parents. The playground...

Tamra W.


Angelito's Child Care

Angelito's Child Care

Spring Valley, Spring Valley, CA

5.0

(4)

Our vision is to see children succeed in their everyday goals. We motivate children to try their best, to be confidence with their decisions, inspired them to fearlessly pursue their dream and compassionately change the world. Angelito's Child Care, is a quality daycare center, licensed to care up...
5.0
"I have had my child at Angelito's Day Care for 8 years. Her curriculum is outstanding. Her projects for all holidays is wonderful. The children just love her. Nutrition and age appropriate learning activities are excellent. My child has not only grown emotionally...

Norma G


St Paul's Senior Services

St Paul's Senior Services

328 Maple St, San Diego, CA

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.


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