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Recent daycare reviews in La Mesa, 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

Healthy Toddlers Care

5.0

Our 2 1/2 year old has been at Healthy Toddlers Care for a few months and absolutely loves it. They do such a great job with their programming, including lots of crafts, play, along with yoga, and feeding pets (bunnies, turtles, chickens, etc). All of their teachers are so nice and engaged, and they...

- Kara B.

Nieves Family Daycare

5.0

I am in the Reserves and Joyce volunteered for a drill weekend childcare pilot program and I am so glad she did! My son absolutely loved spending time at Nieves Family Daycare! He only spent a weekend here but I would definitely return for care again. Joyce made us feel comfortable from the start...

- Care member

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

Desi's Child Care

5.0

Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every elementary school around to find out...

- Kristie L.

Daycares in La Mesa, CA

Academy of Play

Academy of Play

892 E Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA

5.0

(1)

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...
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...

Andrea O


Healthy Toddlers Care

Healthy Toddlers Care

4026 Olympic Street, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

ENROLL TODAY - CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A TOUR! Full-Time space available for children who are two years old & up. What sets us about from the rest? Spacious outdoor learning environment Separate nap room (Personal crib or toddler bed.) Multicultural Curriculum with Yoga and Gardening...
5.0
"A good friend was looking for a family childcare home for her grandson. She knew I have studied and worked in education for many years and asked if I could recommend anyone. I suggested she see if Healthy Toddlers Care, had an opening. My friend took a tour and...

Susan


Nieves Family Daycare

Nieves Family Daycare

4921 Dassco Ct., San Diego, CA

5.0

(13)

Hello Families, Thank you for your interest. I am Joyce Nieves, a licensed childcare provider. I have been helping San Diego families for nearly 11 years. I am also a mother of two boys who are growing up way too soon. I have a small home daycare and I tend to keep just five kids, ages 3 months...
5.0
"I am in the Reserves and Joyce volunteered for a drill weekend childcare pilot program and I am so glad she did! My son absolutely loved spending time at Nieves Family Daycare! He only spent a weekend here but I would definitely return for care again. Joyce made us...

Care member


Grow With Me Learning Center

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


Desi's Child Care

Desi's Child Care

4093 Rueda Drive, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

WE ENROLL CHILDREN 1-5 YEARS OF AGE! Join us for preschool activities, fun and wonderful friendships! We focus on: -Teaching about kindness, manners and having a positive attitude -Instilling and extending language and vocabulary -Developing fine and gross motor skills -Encouraging positive social...
5.0
"Desi's childcare was the most amazing place for my two boys. When I moved to San Diego, my husband was a stay at home dad but was accepted into the nursing program back home so we had to find someone to care for our boys. I was terrified and called almost every...

Kristie L.


Tiny Blessings Child Care

Tiny Blessings Child Care

6707 Parkside Ave., San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Tiny Blessings Child Care! My goal is to provide parents with quality and trustworthy care. When children are in my care, I treat them as if they're a part of my family. I do my best to help children have fun and feel comfortable, safe and cared for while providing for their physical,...
5.0
"I Love this Day Care they are so friendly my 2 year old daughter has learned so much and has a lot of fun, I am so glad I can go to work and know that she is being well cared for in a safe and loving Child Care."

Nancy C.


Berthiaume Family Daycare

Berthiaume Family Daycare

4770 Orcutt Avenue, San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

I have a large Licensed Home Daycare. I'm in Allied Gardens & run a great program with the best assistant!!! We love what we do & can't wait to meet you guys! We offer your family a home away from home unique experience! I'm easygoing, and a fun loving kind of gal who's been caring for children for...
5.0
"My kids have been going to Berthiaume Family Daycare for about six months now and we absolutely love them! I know my 4 year old and 18mo are in good hands at all times. Thanks for all you guys do."

Chloe C.


Tender Care Preschool & Child Care

Tender Care Preschool & Child Care

2135 Ridge View Dr., San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

Our program is Eco-Friendly, so we want to emphasize the importance of children being outdoors so they may learn natural processes and become knowledgeable and appreciative of nature. We do organic gardening. We compost our food scraps in compost bins and through vermi-composting. We do rainwater...
5.0
"There truly aren't enough words to express how special Tender Care was for us. Our daughter started going there at 2.5 years old, and continued until she started kindergarten. I've been a teacher for 20 years, and I can say that Tender Care is hands down one of the...

Monica M


Little Birdies Child Care

Little Birdies Child Care

88 King St, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

Little Birdies Childcare and Learning nurtures the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of your little one through various age appropriate developmental activities. Our hands-on learning style includes sensory, fine and large motor development, circle time, and seat work for older...
5.0
"Excellent teachers! You will definitely enjoy your experience here not only for your kids, but for you as a parent! They throw the cutest parties and celebrations."

Elle R.


Leida's Family Child Care

Leida's Family Child Care

10836 Caravelle Place, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello! I'm a licensed (Lic # 376627833) family child care provider with more than 6 years of child care experience. My business hours are Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. I'm bilingual English and Spanish. I provide all meals and snacks. I'm located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood near...
5.0
"If I could give a million stars, I would give a million+1! Leida is the best thing that happened to our family. She is beyond attentive, super clean and so kind. I have one child who she cared for from 12 weeks to almost 4 and now another from 14 weeks till...

Kelly K.


St Paul's Senior Services

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.


My's Early Head Start + Daycare

My's Early Head Start + Daycare

2413 Manzana Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Early Headstart Provider Accredited NAFCC Provider. NACCRRA, Childcare Aware of America, and YMCA Certified. USDA Approved Program. Language Spoken: English, Japanese, Tagalog. Specializing in Military Lifestyle. Duty days, weekends, holidays, and after hour care are upon availability, 2...
5.0
"We were so happy to have found My's Daycare when we were looking for childcare for our then 1 year old back in 2012. When we welcomed our second baby to the world she also went to My's_daycare. being with Myra for 3.5 years and 2.5 years I tit breaks my heart to...

Gabrielle B.


Parra Family

Parra Family

397 Windjammer Circle, Chula Vista, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi, I am an Instructional Assistant for an Elementary School District, and I have 2 little girls of my own. I love kids and I believe they should always be well cared for, and respected in an amorous and professional way. I can also help your kids with homework. I have worked with kids with special...
5.0
"I'm strongly recommending, she is so patient and kind, with my 9 years old son.........the kids are always busy with activities that she has for all ages..........there is always food prepare home made........"

Olga G


Peppergrove Children Center

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


Children of The King Daycare Center

Children of The King Daycare Center

808 Golden Ave, Lemon Grove, CA

5.0

(1)

Here at Children of the King, your child will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities, which promote all aspects of development. Family childcare provides for children the comfort and experience of belonging to an extended family. My approach to childcare is child...
5.0
"Both my children attended this daycare center. The level of professionalism was amazing. It was the perfect mix of scholastic and fun, all grounded in a Christ centered environment. Ms. Sena treats each child there as if they were her own. If you're looking for a...

April


7234 - La Petite Academy of Chula Vista

7234 - La Petite Academy of Chula Vista

798 E J St., CHULA VISTA, CA

We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...

Spring Valley Daycare By De'

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...

Learning Adventures Day Care

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...

Kidzncare, Michelle's Daycare

Kidzncare, Michelle's Daycare

9151 Via De Juan, Santee, CA

Hi! My name is Michelle but my daycare kiddos and parents call me "Mimi". I have been providing in-home-daycare for over 18 years; 8 years of which I was a Certified Provider under the Navy's Child & Youth Program. I am fully licensed by the State of CA to run a small daycare, certified in...

PURPOSE DRIVEN DAYCARE

PURPOSE DRIVEN DAYCARE

5825 IMPERIAL AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA

Starting at $1200/mo

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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