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Child care centers in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

HAPPY TIME NURSERY

HAPPY TIME NURSERY

6409 LAS COLINAS, RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

Starting at $1600/mo

State license verified

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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...
Philosophy: Academic, Developmental (play-based)
School type:

Child care

Moonlight Daycare Inc.

Moonlight Daycare Inc.

13406 Salmon River Road, San Diego, CA

State license verified

5.0

(34)

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...
"My son has been attending Moonlight Daycare for a year now and he has enjoyed coming every day. Mattie has treated my son with kindness and respect and has given us so many helpful tips that have proven to be useful at home with my son. Mattie genuinely cares about...

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ABC Children's Center of San Diego

ABC Children's Center of San Diego

12145 Alta Carmel Court Suite 270, San Diego, CA

State license verified

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...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Montessori, Reggio emilia, Developmental (play-based)
School type:

Preschool

Child care

"ABC children's center has been great so far. My son has been there for 4 months and he is doing really good. His teacher has taught him so much already. The classroom is filled with educational activities for the kids. It's decorated with lots of pictures and art...

Tammy

Child Care

Child Care

14504 Penasquitos Dr, San Diego, CA

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...
"We love Elham's Home Child Care. Now that our son is in preschool, we still pop over for visits as he still talks fondly of her. She provides loving care in a safe environment and also offers plenty of educational, age-appropriate learning opportunities."

Beth B

Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

1953 Brooks Glen, Escondido, CA

State license verified

#FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME Honey Bubble's Day Care - where fun meets learning with a loving and safe environment! I am a state licensed child care provider and I have openings to care for children in my home. I am fully certified and current in Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precaution,...
"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. Tina since they were both 6 months. Now my oldest is turning 5 and my youngest is turning 2. They are kind,...

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My Learning Tree Daycare

My Learning Tree Daycare

319 Mission Villas Rd., San Marcos, CA

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...
"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.

Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Tiny Violets Family Daycare

Lone Quail Rd, San Diego, CA

State license verified

Tiny Violets Family Child Care has been serving children and families in the San Diego community since 2011. We are a full-service Family Home day care with children ages 6 months to 10 years old. Our aim is to provide children with the necessary care and education to be successful learners and...
Philosophy: Academic, Developmental (play-based)
School type:

In-Home daycare

Child care

"We absolutely love Tiny Violets Family Daycare and the nurturing, encouraging atmosphere that Ms. K. and Ms. B. provide. Our son attended for two years, and five years later, when we had our daughter, we didn't have to think twice about where to send her. Our...

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Nafez, Nadia Family Childcare

Nafez, Nadia Family Childcare

878 Saint Sava PL, San Marcos, CA

State license verified

Welcome to my page. My name is Nadia and I will be your child's teacher/care provider. Working with children is my passion and I truly enjoy what I do. I have my CA State License (CA Lic # 376101124) for a Large Family Childcare. I am also an AMI (American Montessori International) certified...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, International, Academic, Montessori, Developmental (play-based)
School type:

Preschool

Kindergarten

Child care

"Ms. Nadia is a great teacher! Our younger daughter was in her class from 1.5 to 3yo, while Ms. Nadia was still in Lifetime Montessouri School. We felt extremely lucky for the time we've spent together as the class and our family! Ms. Nadia is caring, knowledgeable...

Runquan Z

Chai Preschool & Infant Center

Chai Preschool & Infant Center

16934 CHABAD WAY, POWAY, CA

Starting at $1340/mo

State license verified

The programs of Chai Preschool & Infant Center arise from a common desire for excellence in meeting the needs of children and their families. Our philosophy is one of nurturing growth and development, relationships and understanding – all in the goal of establishing a love for learning, and a...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Faith based, Academic, Cooperative
School type:

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

Bright Start Preschool

Bright Start Preschool

1143 Wild Canary Lane, Encinitas, CA

State license verified

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...
Philosophy: Academic, Reggio emilia, Developmental (play-based), Outdoor/nature
School type:

Preschool

THE LITTLE COUNTRY PRESCHOOL

THE LITTLE COUNTRY PRESCHOOL

1571 SOUTH HALE AVENUE, ESCONDIDO, CA

Starting at $1015/mo

State license verified

The Little Country Preschool is dedicated to providing elite early education for children from 18 months to five years old in Escondido, CA. The school has been under new ownership since July 2021, and after completing an extensive renovation in May 2022, we’ve continued in our efforts to provide a...
Philosophy: Cooperative, Developmental (play-based), Academic
School type:

Day Care

Preschool

Child care

Poway Hilltop Preschool

Poway Hilltop Preschool

12348-B CASA AVENIDA RD, POWAY, CA

Starting at $2016/mo

State license verified

Our philosophy here at hilltop preschool is the development of a child’s mind is an amazing journey. The preschool years are important for developing self-esteem which helps provide a solid foundation for growth and learning. We strive to support the individual growth patterns while helping the...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Academic
School type:

Preschool

Child care

Day Care

Daffodils Montessori

Daffodils Montessori

12666 Kestrel St, San Diego, CA

State license verified

Daffodils Montessori delivers a Montessori environment at home which closely resembles all the securities and comforts of a child's own home, making for an easy transition into our private school environment. It is an atmosphere that has several benefits and advantages over a larger public or...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Academic, Montessori
School type:

Preschool

Child care

In-Home daycare

A NEW GNOME FAMILY DAYCARE

A NEW GNOME FAMILY DAYCARE

13035 Via Del Valedor, San Diego, CA

State license verified

Hello Family, I'm Cat, and along with my family, I'm very happy and honored to open "A NEW GNOME Family Daycare" in San Diego, Rancho Penasquitos. Our Family Daycare is Bilingual, and children here can learn Italian while playing surrounded by love, serenity, and happiness. We are inspired by...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Academic, Developmental (play-based), Reggio emilia
School type:

Child care

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...
Days Of Wonder Family Day Care

Days Of Wonder Family Day Care

11845 Semillon Blvd, San Diego, CA

We provide a loving in-home family daycare for children, aged three months to five years old. Our child care center is located in Scripps Ranch. Additional details are listed below. Operated by an elementary and preschool teacher with 17 years experience. Fully licensed by the State of California...
New Generations Learning Center

New Generations Learning Center

9878 Hibert Street, San Diego, CA

New Generations Learning Center is an educational based childcare facility serving children ages six weeks to 12 years. It uses emergent style curriculum and features parent-accessible webcams, an in-house chef, and an advanced security system. NGLC also offers a private kindergarten and a...
School type:

Preschool

Child care

Kindergarten

Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 130, San Marcos, CA

Mountain Shadows Exceptional Kids (MSEK) is a childcare center located in San Marcos. We serve children with ages 2 to 5 years old. Our center provides children with nutritious meals throughout the day, educational enrichment, behavioral support and nursing care. Our program's focus is on providing...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:

Child care

Preschool

ENCINITAS SHINING STARS

ENCINITAS SHINING STARS

511 ENCINITAS BOULEVARD #114, ENCINITAS, CA

Starting at $2200/mo

State license verified

Encinitas Shining Stars nurtures children in a joyful environment with a focus on Reggio Emilia methods.The programs focus on three key components of development - Physical, Social and Emotional, setting a foundation for children to explore, being inquisitive and confidentially express themselves...
School type:

Child care

Preschool

Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center

Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center

970 Los Vallecitos Blvd. Suite 140, San Marcos, CA

Mountain Shadows Active Learning Center is now offering Summer Camp!!! ALC is an after school and Saturday program that is geared to meet the needs of children and youth ages 6-18 with Autism. ALC is a very unique program in that it is designed to be a safe, structured, and supportive environment...
Philosophy: Special needs, Developmental (play-based), Outdoor/nature, Cooperative, Academic
School type:

Child care

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Recent child care center reviews in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Moonlight Daycare Inc.

5.0

We had a wonderful experience with Moonlight Daycare and are so grateful to Miss Mattie for taking such good care of our daughter for two years. As working parents, it was incredibly comforting to have someone as kind as Miss Mattie help care for our amazing little girl. She has a quiet authority...

- Care member

ABC Children's Center of San Diego

5.0

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 has got very individual attention from the staff , and us now very independent, social and confident. Their academic teaching is awesome.

- Diana

Child Care

5.0

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 my daughter. She always creates something fun for them to have fun and play. Lots of activity during the day... My daughter felt like at home...

- Neda

Honey Bubble's Home Daycare

5.0

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. Tina since they were both 6 months. Now my oldest is turning 5 and my youngest is turning 2. They are kind, nurturing, accommodating, and I have...

- Care member

My Learning Tree Daycare

5.0

After our older sons daycare closed we were at a loss as to where we were going to put our younger son. We we're so lucky to find Sarah!! She is so great with communication using an app to update parents on naps taken, organic food eaten, activities done and so much more!! They do sensory...

- Ashly L

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