Find Trusted Child Care Providers Near Me in San Diego, CA
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Care Member says "Punctual even though it was an early start time, helpful, and very easy going. Really good with my son and helped out with my new puppy, too....
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Tabatha T. says "Karen is a very kind and patient person who is very good with kids and animals. I trust Karen to watch my daughter Rae and my animals and so should...
Care Member says "Erika was amazing! She arrived on time and immediately was engaged with our little girl. This was the first time leaving our daughter with someone and...
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Care Member says "Sandy is so sweet and very reliable. She took initiative and was very easy to get along with. My son is 9 months old and she was great playing with him....
Lynn G. says "I would absolutely hire Brooke again! My son loved her and warmed up to her right away and he is usually very shy around new people. She was engaged,...
Jennymelva M. says "I have 2 children. Ages 5 and 8. I've known Alana for about 2 years now. She was a caregiver and teacher for my children. Under her watch she...
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Brittany B. says "We are so lucky to have found Annie. I interviewed a lot of people but I was looking for the perfect mix of easy going and responsible - Annie is it....
Syp S. says "Kristeen is so loving, calm, and trustworthy. She arrives a couple minutes early, is creative with getting your child to eat but not forceful, and is a fun...
Nishigandha P. says "Khujista is very gentle nanny. My 7 months old adjusted with her on a day. She kept him entertained, folded his laundry. I wont hesitate to hire her...
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Frank P. says "Excellent care of our 4.5 year old granddaughter punctual, very helpful and accommodating. Would happily use her again. "
Care Member says "Lily is so great, my boys loved spending time with her. I already have plans to bring her back 😊"
Davina M. says "Kat is such an amazing babysitter for our 3 yo daughter. F is always delighted when Kat is coming to babysit because Kat brings so much heart, warmth and...
Care Member says "Lele cared for my daughter from when she was 4 months old until she turned 2 years old. Lele has always shown so much love and affection for her, and...
Care Member says "Tiffany has been a great nanny to our daughter. She's been working with us since my daughter was 4.5 months old. My daughter just recently turned 1. We...
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Devadutta G. says "Jaya is super warm, cheerful, thoughtful and friendly. Our son loved playing with her. I would definitely hire her again!"
Child care centers in San Diego, CA
Glenn T says "Long overdue review but can't say enough good things about Ridge City and the staff. Have had our kiddos there since 2017 and couldn't be more happier with...
Lina H. says "I took both of my daughters there, my oldest girl is going to be 7 so she attended there since she was allowed which 2 years of age it was 2018 , and she is...
Jillian G says "Jennifer was a preschool teacher for my older son. I was fortunate to hire Jennifer as our nanny when my twins were born. She is so loving and kind and...
Melody A. says "that center is relay clean and Educational center, All teachers are awesome. I recommended to the neighbors, "bring your kids hear""
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2,900 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.83/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8
Recent child care reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA
Child Care Providers in San Diego, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,499 reviews of the 2,889 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in San Diego, CA
How much is child care near me in San Diego, CA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $22.83 per hour as of January 2026. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in San Diego, CA?
Care.com currently has 2,683 child care providers near you in San Diego, CA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from San Diego, CA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in San Diego, CA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a San Diego, CA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in San Diego, CA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in San Diego, CA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in San Diego, CA in January, 2026?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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