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First United Methodist Preschool
4.0
We completed all of my son's preschool with First United they were great.
- Kimberly A.
Pepper Valley Learning Center Inc
5.0
Love Love Love this place. My son attended school here for almost 2 years! They even help get him potty trained! Very reasonably priced and they get hot lunch and snacks during the day! I felt like I was bringing my son to a family member not a daycare! They have great programs to choose from and...
- Galin C.
Abundant Blessings Childcare
5.0
My son started going here at 7 months old and it was the best decision I have ever made! The hours are extremely flexible, the price is very affordable and my son couldn't be happier. We are a military family and daycare needs change all the time. They address age appropriate learning and...
- Melissa H.
Child care centers in La Mesa, CA
BUSY BEES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
561 THIRD AVENUE, CHULA VISTA, CA
Our Mission:
Every child deserves a strong start in life. In a safe and nurturing environment, we will provide an early childhood program that adheres to each child's need in all areas of development. Lessons and activities will be planned by credentialed teachers with the whole child in mind....
W O W Christian Preschool
9140 Akard St, Spring Valley, CA
We are a Christian Preschool that is designed to help children reach their fullest potential. We believe that the first five years of life are especially crucial in building a foundation that will remain firm throughout life.
Our program features appropriate lessons and activities that your...
Creative Hearts Daycare
6848 Airoso Ave, San Diego, CA
Creative Hearts Daycare is a musical enrichment daycare and preschool caring for ages 18 months- 5 years old, located in the Del Cerro neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
Our mission is to provide a safe and loving environment in which children can experience the joy of learning and thrive to their...
We are an inclusive, diverse preschool in the heart of Hillcrest helping children make sense of the world through play. We are not highly academic but we do prepare them for Kindergarten in our older classes of 3-6yrs. olds. Our main focus and passion other than providing a safe, loving environment,...
Montessori Explorer
271 E J St, Chula Vista, CA
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...
Kid Ventures Preschool Academy Eastlake
851 Showroom Place, Chula Vista, CA
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...
Learning Adventures Day Care
3802 40th Street, San Diego, CA
At Learning Adventures Day Care we offer 11 years of experience with NAEYC and have an AA in Child Development and Spanish. Were also nationally accredited by DOD, Military as well as NAVY. As an educator I strive to promote the development of the five domains and to do so I also provide enhancement...
St. Paul's Child Care Program
328 Maple Street, San Diego, CA
With extended hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Paul's Childcare 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...
Academy Of Play
7630 Canton Dr, Lemon Grove, CA
Hello Families,
My name is Christina. I have over 8 years of childcare experience. My experience ranges from childcare centers, licensed in-home childcare, and nannying. I have always had a passion for helping and watching children learn and grow. With my experience, child development education,...
Kiddie Cove Learning Center
5870 Ava Place, San Diego, CA
At Kiddie Cove, we provide a classroom learning environment within the comfort and care of a home! Doing pre-K curriculum to prepare your little one in their school years to come covering: sight words, addition, takeaways, writing, spelling and of course creative crafts to explore their minds and...
Perlman Clinic San Diego
3900 Fifth Ave 110, San Diego, CA
Perlman Clinic San Diego is the leading urgent care center in Hillcrest. Offering treatment for most minor injuries and illnesses. Additional medical services include physical exams, lab testing, STD testing, immunizations and vaccines. Our team of doctors are ready to help.
Doraly Family Day Care
1458 Vallejo Mills St, Chula Vista, CA
Hello Parents,
Are you looking for a safe, clean, affordable place to send your children?
I know how hard it is for a mom to find the right place to let your little one to be taken care of.
Day Care offers:
*Licensed and curriculum-based, home Child Care Center for ages 0 - 2...
Monarch Gardens Preschool LLC
488 Nothomb Street, El Cajon, CA
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...
Spring Valley Daycare By De'
8527 Lake Bluff Cir, Spring Valley, CA
Hello Parents/Guardians
Thank you for choosing De's Family Daycare for your day care needs! I operate a small family home daycare and I'm different than most Day Care centers because the number of children that I enroll is limited. By staying small I am able to provide the quality care and...
Smartie Pants Daycare
2104 Pentuckett Ave., San Diego, CA
We are a high-quality large family child care center, providing loving care for children. Details regarding our child care center are listed below:
Fully licensed home child care, LIC# 376622324.
Flexible hours: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Owned and operated by CA credentialed...
Montessori American School
3604 Bonita Rd, Chula Vista, CA
Montessori American School accepts children, ages 2-6, in Chula Vista and surrounding areas including but not limited to Eastlake, Bonita, San Diego, Imperial Beach, National City, and Coronado. Children do not have to be fully trained to be admitted. We offer early childhood programs in a...
Learning Through Play Childcare Center
3942 Country Trails, Bonita, CA
Former lead preschool teacher offering quality, licensed childcare in my Bonita home.
License #37662453
10 years of experience teaching preschool and 3 years of experience teaching at my family daycare.
First Aid and CPR certified.
Preventative health and safety certified....
4.0
(1)
Philosophy
We recognize the need for children to feel wanted and recognized; therefore, we believe one of the best ways children learn best is by establishing and building trust. We value the importance of learning and take pride in our teachers as they customize curriculum based on what the...
4.0
"We completed all of my son's preschool with First United they were great. "
Kimberly A.
Pepper Valley Learning Center Inc
1358 Pepper Dr, El Cajon, CA
5.0
(1)
Pepper Valley Learning Center in El Cajon, California seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 144 children for preschool and kindergarten.
5.0
"Love Love Love this place. My son attended school here for almost 2 years! They even help get him potty trained! Very reasonably priced and they get hot lunch and snacks during the day! I felt like I was bringing my son to a family member not a daycare! They have...
Galin C.
Abundant Blessings Childcare
2359 Corte Viejo #65, Chula Vista, CA
5.0
(1)
Abundant Blessings Childcare (ABC's) was created so that we can be a blessing to other families. We are a military family and understand about being in places without any family members and questioning who is trustworthy to take care of your child. I went and spoke to many different families,...
5.0
"My son started going here at 7 months old and it was the best decision I have ever made! The hours are extremely flexible, the price is very affordable and my son couldn't be happier. We are a military family and daycare needs change all the time. They address age...
Melissa H.
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in La Mesa, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in La Mesa, CA?
Child care centers near you in La Mesa, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in La Mesa, CA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in La Mesa, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in La Mesa, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in La Mesa, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.
Ratings for La Mesa, CA child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Child Care Centers in La Mesa, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers.