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Recent daycare reviews in Lakeside, CA

All About Kids Preschool

5.0

Amazing staff!! My daughter has been going here since she was 3 and will be going back during summer!!!

- Tiffany S.

Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care

5.0

I cannot say enough wonderful things about MECP. Leaving your children in the care of others is easily the scariest and hardest thing to do as a mother. I am over the moon with the level of care MECP has provided to my two children. My daughter has been attending since she was 22 months, and my...

- Cameron S.

Ellie's Family Daycare

5.0

My Daughter attends Ellie's family Daycare, actually it's her last day since we are moving out of state. We are very sad to say goodbye to Miss Ellie, she is such a great daycare provider and she loves her kids dearly. My toddler has grown over the past year tremendously as she now knows her colors,...

- Sarah S

SKILLS LEARNING CENTER

5.0

My daughter has been learning in Skills learning center from August 2022 till Jun 2024. To her and us, Skills learning center was like her second home, where she could feel the warmth from all the teachers and classmates. Our first language is not English, but all the teachers there made learning...

- Care member

Little Sprouts Academy

5.0

Little Sprouts Academy is clean and beautiful! We love that they provide organic meals for our child. In addition, the staff is so loving and caring. We have really enjoyed our experience with Little Sprouts!

- Katie

Daycares in Lakeside, CA

All About Kids Preschool

12464 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA

5.0

(1)

Our program offers full time, part time and drop in care. All About Kids staff is caring and dedicated, with years of service to the community! Center staff CPR and First Aid Certified, with comprehensive background completed prior to employment. We offer a comprehensive infant & toddler program...
5.0
"Amazing staff!! My daughter has been going here since she was 3 and will be going back during summer!!!"

Tiffany S.


3.0

(2)

We at Montessori East County Preschool & Infant Care take pride in providing the HIGHEST quality of child care to each and every one of our beautiful children! We believe in the Montessori philosophy; the philosophy of educating, encouraging and nourishing children at a young age, in-turn, starting...
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about MECP. Leaving your children in the care of others is easily the scariest and hardest thing to do as a mother. I am over the moon with the level of care MECP has provided to my two children. My daughter has been...

Cameron S.


Ellie's Family Daycare

9251 Jovic Road, Lakeside, CA

5.0

(1)

Hi, I am a mother of four and grandmother of one, so far. I have a small family daycare in my Lakeside home. I love to care for newborns and children up to 5 years old. My program is full time Mon - Fri 5:30 am to 5:30 pm. I am certified by the Navy's Program and dedicated to providing a safe,...
5.0
"My Daughter attends Ellie's family Daycare, actually it's her last day since we are moving out of state. We are very sad to say goodbye to Miss Ellie, she is such a great daycare provider and she loves her kids dearly. My toddler has grown over the past year...

Sarah S


In home preschool offering a safe environment for children ages 2 to 5. This Montessori inspired preschool has a child led classroom with a primary focus on independence, social and emotional development, problem solving and kindergarten readiness. With only 6 to a class, Ms. Lisa is able to provide...

Rise N Shine

Rise N Shine

9449 Winter Gardens Blvd., Lakeside, CA

Our program is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive, positive, rewarding and quality early childhood program for our families. The program in our center is a behavioral/developmental approach which meets the needs and promotes the individuality of each child. We welcome the opportunity...

Parsons Play Place Family Daycare

13490 Highway 8 Business 135, Lakeside, CA

Thank you for your interest in Parsons Play Place Family Daycare! We are a home daycare conveniently located in Lakeside off of Interstate 8 dedicated to fostering an environment filled with smiles and laughter, developmental learning and exploration. Your child(ren) will participate in activities...

A Child's Center of Wonder and Discovery Preschool is a non-profit preschool that offers a stimulating environment for learning. It uses various philosophies in teaching children such as the Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf, and Wonder and Discovery. The school activities aim to develop child's...

Learning Academy

11646 Riverside Dr, Lakeside, CA

The Learning Academy, located in Lakeside, California, has been offering educational services to children since 1984. It uses traditional teaching methods, as well as Montessori techniques in providing early education to children. Its curriculum involves several subjects such as Reading,...

SKILLS LEARNING CENTER

SKILLS LEARNING CENTER

13942 CHANCELLOR WAY, POWAY, CA

Starting at $1250/mo

5.0

(8)

We believe that the first 6 years of a child"s life are very important as they lay the academic, social, physical and developmental foundation for the rest of their lives. We provide beautiful, rich indoor and outdoor environments and outstanding academic opportunities for children. We pride...
5.0
"My daughter has been learning in Skills learning center from August 2022 till Jun 2024. To her and us, Skills learning center was like her second home, where she could feel the warmth from all the teachers and classmates. Our first language is not English, but all...

Care member


Little Sprouts Academy

Little Sprouts Academy

13382 Poway Rd., Poway, CA

5.0

(1)

Little Sprouts was created to provide enriching, quality care through play-based learning. We offer a clean and inviting environment and healthy, organic food will always be served. Whether you need full-time or part-time care, you will find that Little Sprouts Academy is the perfect place for your...
5.0
"Little Sprouts Academy is clean and beautiful! We love that they provide organic meals for our child. In addition, the staff is so loving and caring. We have really enjoyed our experience with Little Sprouts!"

Katie


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...

Brenda Jozsa Family Day Care

Brenda Jozsa Family Day Care

10148 E GLENDON CIR, Santee, CA

Hi, my name is Brenda and I have a small in-home family daycare called Second Home Daycare. I have openings for ages newborn to school age Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm. I strive to provide a loving, caring, fun & educational experience for your children where everyday they will PLAY LEARN AND GROW...

Hello!!! Thank you for checking out my ad! I am Ms. Lisa and I own and operate a very successful licensed home daycare, located in Santee. We have been operating for 17 years. My daycare name is My Place, Just for Kids. We are a daycare and preschool. We care for 12 children between the ages...

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....

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.

The Playground Learning Center

The Playground Learning Center

237 Avocado Avenue, El Cajon, CA

The Playground Learning Center Daycare we believe in the power of play and the principles of Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education.

Mary's Daycare

Mary's Daycare

12644 Footman Lane, Poway, CA

Hello Dear parents. My name is Mary. I have a small licensed childcare located in north Poway near Rancho Bernardo. I provide exceptional care for your child in a wonderful home environment, completely child friendly. All children receive good, wholesome, nutritionally balanced meals and snacks. A...

Susy's Family Childcare

Susy's Family Childcare

1675 Chase Lane, El Cajon, CA

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...

6216 - Tutor Time of Santee

6216 - Tutor Time of Santee

9440 Cuyamaca Street, SANTEE, CA

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day...

Inspiring Early Childhood

Inspiring Early Childhood

16607 Martincoit Road, Poway, CA

Inspiring Early Childhood (IEC) is a unique in-home child care and preschool program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We follow a child-centered approach to emergent curriculum and project-based education. Located in Poway (Green Valley ), CA. Our program includes: a beautiful huge natural...

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