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Daycares in El Cajon, CA

Academy of Play

Academy of Play

892 E Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA

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Academy of Play is a Spanish immersion preschool serving ages 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Aiming to provided the highest quality of childcare possible. Our purpose is to provide the highest quality of childcare possible, by creating a supportive and enriching environment based on the interest...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Reggio emilia, International, Developmental (play-based), Academic
School type:

Child care

Preschool

"Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly and able to answer all my questions. The teachers were...

Andrea O

Nicole's Little Ducklings

Nicole's Little Ducklings

9041 El Dorado Parkway, El Cajon, CA

Hello parents! My title is neither nanny, nor daycare center, as I fall wonderfully in between. You get all the benefits of both with me. No large groups of children fighting for attention & passing viruses around! Yet, I provide all meals, snacks, learning & craft supplies at no extra charge....
Learn N' Play Academy

Learn N' Play Academy

555 Montrose Ct, El Cajon, CA

State license verified

Learn N' Play Academy is a new child care center in El Cajon, California, serving infants and preschoolers. The academy offers full-time and part-time care for children from zero to five years old. We provide 3 meals a day and work with all subsidized programs. Call us Today for a Tour.
Happy Days Home Daycare

Happy Days Home Daycare

1407 Emerald Avenue, El Cajon, CA

State license verified

I am a married mother with two kids. I have been a daycare provider since 1997 and I started my own home daycare in 2002. That's 21+ years of experience with children, not including my own kids! It is my goal to offer your family the quality childcare experience you deserve. I will do my best to...
The Playground Learning Center

The Playground Learning Center

237 Avocado Avenue, El Cajon, CA

State license verified

The Playground Learning Center Daycare we believe in the power of play and the principles of Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education.
Philosophy: Reggio emilia, Developmental (play-based), Academic, Outdoor/nature
School type:

Child care

Preschool

Nahida Family Day Care

Nahida Family Day Care

1096 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA

Hello, parents, My name is Nahidah. I am 50 years old and a very responsible, relatable, and understanding individual. I have been a professional babysitter/nanny in CA for the past 6 years and I work for a full-time/part-time in my daycare. My daycare is located in El Cajon where I live. A little...
Growing Minds Child Care was founded in 2017 with the purpose of providing a service to the community of San Diego CA. Our mission is to assure families a child care location and provider they can trust to leave their children, where they will be treated in a respectful way and give them the...
Monarch Gardens Preschool LLC

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...
Philosophy: Reggio emilia, Academic, Day Care, Montessori, Outdoor/nature, Developmental (play-based) & more
School type:

Preschool

Child care

Mirna & Juliet

Mirna & Juliet

1065 E. Lexington Ave Apt 14, El Cajon, CA

We are small licensed childcare provider with great references. We provide care for children from the age of 1 year to 12 years old. We offer preschool curriculum and get them ready for kindergarten. We offer our children a loving and nourishing family environment, all meals and snacks, learning...
All Star Home Child Care

All Star Home Child Care

11907 Calle Naranja, El Cajon, CA

Small Licensed Home Child Care - Loving - Learning - Happy Children Affordable Rates - Full & Part-time, Early & Extended hours Available Food Program/Homemade Nutritious meals. Infant, Toddler, School Age/Before & After School Care. CPR certified/Non Smoking. ABC's & 123's, Arts & Crafts.
Love & Care Family Child Care

Love & Care Family Child Care

1168 Evilo Street, El Cajon, CA

I am a wonderful family child care. I invite you and your family to come check us out if you are looking for child care. I offer math, science, music and movement, arts and crafts, language & literature and much more. I am accepting all ages and all programs. The staff at Love & Care look forward...
Susy's Family Childcare

Susy's Family Childcare

1675 Chase Lane, El Cajon, CA

State license verified

I am a newly transplanted daycare provider in the East county area. I moved from Mira Mesa and am starting over with a new home and a new bunch of babies. I have been providing childcare in San Diego for 25 years and would love to meet you and your baby. My licensed home daycare provides babies...
Gramma's Little Minions Daycare

Gramma's Little Minions Daycare

1498 Country Crest Dr., El Cajon, CA

Structured daily Preschool program: I loved staying home with my own children and thoroughly enjoy having my granddaughter home with me every day. 15+years Licensed Daycare - educated in Early Childhood Development and Nutrition; 40+ years as Mother of 3, 4+ years as Gramma (best of all)....
Wendys Family Daycare

Wendys Family Daycare

606 S. Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA

We are currently enrolling children of all ages into our facility. Lots of educational outings and outdoor activities, (arts and crafts, Parks, Libraries, San diego zoo, water park, movies and more. All meals and snacks are provided every day. Freshley made on daily basis. We teach the basis of...
School type:

In-Home daycare

Susie's Family Daycare

Susie's Family Daycare

2623 Kildare Way, El Cajon, CA

*Monday - Friday *7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. *Over 20 years of experience. *Homemade meals and snacks. *A loving, caring home away from home for your child/children. *Infants - 5 years of age. *References Upon Request.
Extended School Services

Extended School Services

2342 Charles Way, El Cajon, CA

Bono Family Childcare

Bono Family Childcare

1456 Swallow Dr, El Cajon, CA

I am a large licensed childcare provider for past 13 years with great references. I care for children from the age of 2 months to 5 years old. I offer preschool curriculum and get them ready for kindergarten. I offer my children a loving and nourishing family environment.
"Bono Family Daycare is the top of the line! I could not have found or asked for a better place for my child to be while I worked. My daughter was in Janet's care from the age of 18mths until she started Kindergarten. Not only does Janet care for them, like her own...

Blake W

Muzhgan Fakhri's Child Care

Muzhgan Fakhri's Child Care

511 June Way Apt J, El Cajon, CA

I am an experienced childcare provider in the East county area. I have been providing childcare in San Diego for 2 year and would love to meet you and your lovely kids. I have experience of working with kids. My licensed home daycare provides babies with a safe, clean and fun environment where...
"This home child care is really nice and good. I put my kids and they are really happy and have fun. The provider helps with their homework and has an excellent pick up and drop off services for every kids in her care."

Sayed S.

Little Tykes Home Day Care

Little Tykes Home Day Care

9669 Pine Blossom Rd, El Cajon, CA

Friendly and loving licensed daycare provider with 20 years of experience. Child Development major, CPR/First Aid certified. Large grass fenced in yard with sand box and play gyms for all ages. Specializing in newborn to age three. Healthy meals and snacks provided.
Panda Dreams Daycare

Panda Dreams Daycare

1739 Wind River Rd., El Cajon, CA

Panda Dreams Daycare in Rancho San Diego -- Live Scanned (Background Checked and Approved), Licensed & Insured Come Dream With Us! Offering. . . * NO REGISTRATION FEES * Organic Meals and Snacks INCLUDED in Tuition * Sibling Discounts * Military Discounts * Referral Incentives *...

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Recent daycare reviews in El Cajon, CA

Academy of Play

5.0

Best school in El Cajon area!! Due to Covid, my child's daycare closed. We toured a couple of daycares around but only at AOP, they made us feel welcomed since our first visit! The director was super friendly and able to answer all my questions. The teachers were so nice as well and all the kids...

- Andrea O

Bono Family Childcare

5.0

Bono Family Daycare is the top of the line! I could not have found or asked for a better place for my child to be while I worked. My daughter was in Janet's care from the age of 18mths until she started Kindergarten. Not only does Janet care for them, like her own children, she provides a very...

- Blake W

Muzhgan Fakhri's Child Care

5.0

This home child care is really nice and good. I put my kids and they are really happy and have fun. The provider helps with their homework and has an excellent pick up and drop off services for every kids in her care.

- Sayed S.

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