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Grow With Me Learning Center
5.0
We've had the pleasure and privilege to know Ms. Carlee for the past 7 years. She has been instrumental in the emotional and cognitive development of our 3 children. Not only she is an expert in child development, she is also the most committed to guide the children to discover and learn about the...
- Luisa L
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
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...
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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
Irma's Family Child Care.
5.0
I enrolled my son at Irma's Family Child Care when my son was about 1.5 years old after just moving to San Diego. I was so grateful for my son and my family to be so warmly received. Irma is an incredibly dedicated, caring, highly experienced and responsible early childhood educator and small...
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Child care centers in San Diego, CA
Grow With Me Learning Center
4178 Vista Grande Dr, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
The Grow With Me Learning Center provides the highest quality of early education for young children. We offer a safe, nurturing environment designed to promote a love of learning through exploration, play and a child's natural curiosity.
The Grow With Me Learning Center's motto is Where Play...
5.0
"We've had the pleasure and privilege to know Ms. Carlee for the past 7 years. She has been instrumental in the emotional and cognitive development of our 3 children. Not only she is an expert in child development, she is also the most committed to guide the...
Luisa L
ABC Children's Center of San Diego
12145 Alta Carmel Court Suite 270, San Diego, CA
4.8
(8)
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...
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...
Diana
Moonlight Daycare Inc.
13406 Salmon River Road, San Diego, CA
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...
5.0
"There are not enough words to explain how thankful I am we found Ms. Mattie and Moonlight Daycare. We toured several daycares and never had that “gut feeling” that it was the right fit, until we met Mattie. It was an instant good feeling, a mama’s intuition that...
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Child Care
14504 Penasquitos Dr, San Diego, CA
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"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
Irma's Family Child Care.
3969 Casita Way, San Diego, CA
5.0
(9)
Hello Mom and Dad. I am licensed as a family child care provider--20 years--located in my child care home in the College area (Convenient to College Ave and Hwy 94, and College Ave and I-8. Close to La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and in S.D. Near the College Grove Shopping Center. ) My home is bright,...
5.0
"Miss Irma is the most professional care provider in the area! Her ability to teach my child consistently far surpasses everyone. My baby girl always leaves smarter than when she came in. It is truly amazing how she can teach my daughter so many things I didn't even...
Nico V.
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....
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Tiny Violets Family Daycare
Lone Quail Rd, San Diego, CA
4.8
(25)
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...
5.0
"Our 3 daughters went to Ms Kalai’s day care -tiny violets. Ms Kalai definitely knows how to connect with children. This was their first day care and they were quite upset to stay away from home for the first time . As a parent I was too cautious .But Ms Kalai and...
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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.
Kiddies Korner Preschool
8748 Gold Coast Dr., San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
This preschool Enrolling now, harry up we are limited spots.
Educational preschool,
Friendly staff,
Reasonable price,
Clean,
A lot of toys and activity,
(858) 578 - 9740 Sally
5.0
"that center is relay clean and Educational center, All teachers
are awesome.
I recommended to the neighbors, "bring your kids hear""
Melody A.
Peppergrove Children Center
1546 Klauber Ave., San Diego, CA
5.0
(2)
Peppergove Children's Center
1544 Klauber Ave
San Diego, Ca 92114
(619 262 5360
Lic. # 370811845
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM with DAY CARE
Monday thru Friday
5:30am to 5;00pm
CLOSED HOLIDAYS
AGES 18 months thru 5 years
Meals are included---we serve breakfast, AM snack, lunch and PM snack
PROGRAM...
5.0
"My daughter has been here from 18 months old. She'll be three this month. She just loves it and we love all of the wonderful things she has learned. She speaks so politely, cleans up after her self, plays great with other kids and knows so many wonderful things...
Maggi N
Fun Time Family Child Care
Palm Avenue, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
-19 years experience working with infant, toddlers, preschoolers, and after school ages
-AA Degree in Child Development
-Worked for Head Start Program for 9 years
-Have a large license and provide services from 6 weeks to 12 years old
-Open 5 days/week from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m....
5.0
"My sons, Ryder and Shane have been coming to Ms. May's daycare for almost over a year. They're always excited to go and never cry when I drop them off. Though my kids are only in the ages of 2 and 3, they already know how to count from 1-20 in English, Spanish,...
Jian H.
By the Bay Daycare
2510 Clairemont Drive Unit 204, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
At By the Bay Daycare, our mission is to provide a nurturing and educational environment where children feel safe and parents can have peace of mind knowing their children are at their home away from home.
5.0
"Our little one just turn out 1 year old and this was new to us; I can't say enough of how much peace of mind I had leaving our Sofie at Vanessa's care! She is truly caring, she loves what she does, the kids really "click" with her and Sofie felt with her and the...
Cristina G.
Pigtails And Snails Home Day Care
4633 Shields Street, San Diego, CA
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Pigtails and Snails Home Daycare. We are a military family located in Tierrasanta. I am state licensed and approved to offer NACCRRA Operation Military Child Care (OMCC) program, I have also applied to become a CDH provider and am currently waiting on approval. We have two wonderful sons...
5.0
"Tina took care of my kids and she was awesome .. My kids loved her and had a lot of fun going there ..."
Flor G.
Little Sprouts Academy
6690 Mission Gorge Road, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
Little Sprouts Child Enrichment Academy is a preschool and daycare center that provides organic and natural meals for your child. We believe that in order for your "Little Sprout" to grow to their full potential both developmentally and physically, they need a variety of high quality, nutritious...
5.0
"What a wonderful school! The rooms are so bright, clean and welcoming. The staff truly care about our family and always are so genuine and friendly. I couldn't imagine sending our little girl anywhere else. We are so happy we found Little Sprouts for our little...
Myriah M.
Honey Bear Preschool & Child Care Center
4426 Mentone St, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
The preschool philosophy of Honey Bear Preschool and Child Care Center is to provide a developmentally appropriate program for young children that fosters the whole child concept, respects each child as an individual and stimulates a child's natural interest in, and enjoyment of, learning.
5.0
"Every parent I have met, whose child has attended Honey Bear Preschool and Childcare Center has loved it. The hours are flexible and there is a wealth of activities."
Stephen P
Happy Time Daycare
6217 Estelle St, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
The Happy Time Daycare located at 6217 Estelle Street, San Diego, California, offers basic childcare and learning services. It also offers learnings for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. They offer before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks.
5.0
"I took my special needs daughter to Happy Time Daycare and she was so happy.she came home singing counting and saying her abc's.i am very happy with this place.i would refer to anyone"
Yolanda J
Angel Day Care
4175 Lodi Way, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
5.0
"Angel Day Care carefully, competently, and compassionately watched over our little girl for over 2 years. If it weren't for preschool, she'd still be at Angel Day Care. I cannot imagine another a better day care."
Dave J
Nenes Family Day Care
1885 Katella St, San Diego, CA
5.0
(1)
5.0
"I looked at 5 other daycare's before finally deciding on Ms. Irene's family daycare.
My 2 year old son loves going to this daycare. Ms. Irene does everything that a would be expected out of a great daycare provider AND more.
She is kind, loving, careful and she...
Allie V
Pepper Grove Childrens School
1544 Klauber Ave Ste 3114, San Diego, CA
4.5
(2)
4.0
"I actually used to go here when I was younger, my brother and sister went here when they were younger, my friends daughter went here, and now my son goes here. When I went from being a stay at home mom to going back to work full-time, I was so relieved that I had...
Bonnie G.
Every child is different, and every child has a purpose no matter where they come from. We want to help families create a safe environment for their children. Our owner grew up in the city of San Diego and has a good idea of what the children in our community are facing and what they need to be...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in San Diego, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in San Diego, CA?
Child care centers near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Child Care Centers in San Diego, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 102 reviews of the 191 listed child care centers.