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Recent daycare reviews in San Diego, CA

Lela's Child Care

5.0

Lela and her family are amazing!!! I can't say enough great things about them! They cared for our son for two years beginning when he was 4 months old, and he became part of their family. He was loved, cared for, fed nutritious homemade meals, taught how to speak Spanish, share, play well with...

- Pam D

Dragonfly Daycare

5.0

Sanaz has been working with me for almost 6 years at my daycare, and has officially opened her own daycare She is incredibly hard-working, and was always the one to help write the daily lesson plans for the children. She did so many beautiful and educational crafts/arts with the children as well,...

- Maliha E

Mina Home Daycare

5.0

We've been entrusting our three children to Mina for years, and it's been an absolute blessing. From the moment our eldest started, we knew we'd found the perfect place for our family. Mina's warmth and genuine care for children are truly exceptional. She creates a nurturing and loving environment...

- Care member

Oceanview Home Daycare

5.0

Zarmina (Mrs. Z) and her helpers have taken care of my children for the last 5 years since they were a few months old. A friend referred her when we were looking for a trusted daycare. Her small home daycare is the perfect environment for little ones to thrive. She has been amazing through all of...

- Care member

Starfield Montessori Daycare

5.0

LOVE my child's daycare. Teachers are very attentive, friendly, respectful, caring and receptive to requests. My daughter loves it here. She smiles every time she sees them. We know she is well cared for and loved . That's hard to find and we got lucky with Starfield. Also really like the Montessori...

- Cindy B.

Daycares in San Diego, CA

Lela's Child Care

Lela's Child Care

2626 Coronado Ave. 143, San Diego, CA

5.0

(3)

Spanish speaking, Small place, nice for babies and toddlers. Nutrition program. We cook healthy meals according to children's age. Toys according to children's age. Preschool curriculum. Care providers are certified with all licensing requirement and continuing preparation
5.0
"We started with Lela when my son was 1. It was awesome. I love the home like feeling. She makes them home cooked meals. And they get exposed to different educational activities. Now my son is 7, and my daughter who is 3 has been there since she was 7 weeks old....

Liana


Dragonfly Daycare

Dragonfly Daycare

15870 Camino San Bernado, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Dragonfly Daycare is LICENSED (License #376101679) and FULL-TIME (open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Friday) About me: - I have over 5 years of experience working at a different daycare full-time. - I graduated college in 2008 in Tehran, Iran where I studied nursing as well as art. I incorporate...
5.0
"Sanaz has been working with me for almost 6 years at my daycare, and has officially opened her own daycare She is incredibly hard-working, and was always the one to help write the daily lesson plans for the children. She did so many beautiful and educational...

Maliha E


Mina Home Daycare

Mina Home Daycare

17158 Monterey Ridge Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(24)

My daycare is LICENSED by the State of California (License #376626594 and OPEN from Monday-Friday (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM). My rate $300 for infants is $250 per week for full-time for 2 years and up-accepted. Hello Everyone! My name is Mina and I have opened up my own family childcare home this year....
5.0
"My daughter attended Mina's daycare for two years. I am so thankful that we found Mina! We toured a few facilities prior to deciding to send our daughter to her daycare. It is the best decision we have made! My daughter absolutely loved attending every day....

Care member


Oceanview Home Daycare

Oceanview Home Daycare

14204 Classique Way, San Diego, CA

5.0

(17)

Hello wonderful parents! Do you need an honest and trustworthy childcare to watch your loved ones while you're at work? My name is Zarmina and I would love to take care of your children at my home. Currently, I have 3 experienced helpers who work alongside me and there are always 2 caregivers...
5.0
"Ms.Z's house, as we'll always remember it, had been a second home to my daughter (M) for about a year and half (since she was 2.5 year old). She looked forward to going to the daycare every single day. Ms. Z is a super warm person with such a lovely personality...

Pallavi


Starfield Montessori Daycare

Starfield Montessori Daycare

16315 Alipaz Court, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Starfield Montessori is a happy, safe and an intellectually stimulating home based Montessori facility. The learning environment is designed to nurture your child's natural curiosity and set them on the lifelong path of learning. Staying true to the Montessori philosophy, we have a holistic view of...
5.0
"LOVE my child's daycare. Teachers are very attentive, friendly, respectful, caring and receptive to requests. My daughter loves it here. She smiles every time she sees them. We know she is well cared for and loved . That's hard to find and we got lucky with...

Cindy B.


Jennifer's Family Childcare

Jennifer's Family Childcare

4471 Pocahontas Ave, San Diego, CA

5.0

(4)

Hi, my name is Jenny. I have been working with children for 30 years! Owning a Licensed family childcare for 20 years of it Lic# 3222010199. I take pride in the care I provide and seek to entertain the children I care for while providing an educational setting. Over the years, I have had infants...
5.0
"I highly recommend Jennifer's Family Childcare! Being a first-time mom, I was nervous about taking my son to daycare. However, we knew immediately that Jennifer's was the right place for our little guy. Jennifer and Bill are experienced, kind, and nurturing, and...

Kasey M.


By the Bay Daycare

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.


Lynda's Little Angels

Lynda's Little Angels

4300 Rueda Dr, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

Hi Family of a Loved Little One, I have a Loving Licensed Home Daycare serving Tierrasanta and surrounding areas .I've been a Daycare provider for over 15 years. My Daycare opens at 7am.....We have Academics daily and a fun environment. I have a separate nursery for Infants and a Classroom for...
5.0
"Lynda is absolutely the best! She helped us raise our 3 children ages 13, 12, and 3 now. She is like a second mother to them. Very loving and caring. She teaches preschool lessons that are unmatched by the larger centers. Highly recommended!!"

Michael And Alayna M.


ABC Learning Center (Family Home Childcare)

ABC Learning Center (Family Home Childcare)

13404 Sawtooth Road, San Diego, CA

5.0

(3)

Welcome to ABC Learning Center! Your Smile is Our Smile, Family Home Child Care. We are Eco-friendly and a Vegetarian Home Daycare and Preschool facility following CDA nutrition food Program. Conveniently located in Rancho Penasquitos 92129, San Diego. Dedicated to fostering an environment...
5.0
"Great Daycare facility with lots of learning activities for kids, looks like best opportunities for parents for their lovely kids.."

Preeti S.


Claudia's Family Childcare

Claudia's Family Childcare

4701 Kleefeld Ave, San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

Hello families, My name is Claudia Pantoja, a licensed childcare provider in Clairemont Mesa and also a mother of two beautiful girls, ages 10 and 6. I am proud and happy to share my experiences of raising children with new families. I have always enjoyed taking care of children and have spent many...
5.0
"I'm a first time mom, a former nanny, and a business owner. I never could have imagined I would have felt this confident about leaving my son with any other daycare in San Diego. I toured about 6-7 daycares. Everyone's big question was how far away a daycare was...

Sara D.


The ZenTotz Program: Yoga for Youth!

The ZenTotz Program: Yoga for Youth!

5064 Brighton Avenue, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Our day camps combine peaceful mindfulness practices with hands-on art activities, yoga & creative/cooperative games. Participants will blissfully experience mindful movement, develop compassion, discover creative talents, taste healthy foods & make quality friendships! Full day & half day options...
5.0
"We've loved every experience with Zentotz! My daughter feels a sense of calm after her classes! Highly recommend"

Lisa B.


Kiddie Cove Italian Family Daycare

Kiddie Cove Italian Family Daycare

11058 Carlota St, San Diego, CA

5.0

(16)

My goal is to create a tight community between children, family and school. A place where a children will come to learn, find a friends and feel like this is a second home for them. I believe that: A loving, care and educational environment is needed for your child to grow. I will do my best...
5.0
"My 2 yr old son has been going to Corinna for 5 months. The transition between daycares was hard for him but Corinna was very caring and he quickly adapted. Corinna’s daycare is structured with time for crafts/activities and outdoor play which my kiddo loves. She...

Care member


The New Haven

The New Haven

2640 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, CA

5.0

(34)

We are a unique solution to this new era of working from home by providing a space for parents to work in our co-working space while their children are cared for in our Montessori Classroom. Our membership options are wider ranging than most preschools because you can schedule as little as two hours...

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
"After a very bad experience with village kids daycare I found this place. What a blessing, this daycare is owned and run by a retired teacher. My daughter loves it very well organized, very cost effective and safe. At 130 a week that includes meals. The two ladies...

Chris H.


Hugs And Smiles Child Care

Hugs And Smiles Child Care

13044 Cayote Ave., San Diego, CA

5.0

(2)

Hello Parents! My name is Maryna. I provide a kind and loving environment for young children, ages 2 to 6 years. A variety of fun and educational activities are offered throughout the day. I was a volunteer for one year at Deer Canyon preschool, where I worked with teacher in a classroom of 9 to 12...
5.0
"My baby girl has been going to Hugs and Smiles for some time now. We wanted a place that would be clean, safe, free of old house odors, educational, and which had no more than 6 kids per each supervising adult. We found what we were looking for and more! Our child...

Dennis


Oliver Place

Oliver Place

5119 Chollas Pkwy, San Diego, CA

5.0

(1)

Hello! I'm Whitney and I would love to spend the day caring for and teaching your children. I am a teacher who has chosen to stay at home with my twin girls. I would love to add a few more children to our daily routine of learning about the world around us. I have 4 years of experience teaching...
5.0
"Whitney watched after our two very active boys. She was always great with them and kept them very busy and active. The boys were quickly at ease with her and we're always happy when she watched them."

Amy C.


Fun Time Family Child Care

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.


RATCLIFFE, MONICA FAMILY CHILD CARE

RATCLIFFE, MONICA FAMILY CHILD CARE

1978 Chaumont Pl, SAN DIEGO, CA

Starting at $880/mo

I've been in Daycare for 30 years. The biggest joy is when my daycare children become adults and then bring me their children. Former clients often refer me to their coworkers. I have truly raised a village. In my daycare I attempt to provide a home away from home. I presently...

Discovery Isle (Penasquitos)

Discovery Isle (Penasquitos)

10125 Azuaga St, SAN DIEGO, CA

Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through...

HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

HILLCREST PRESCHOOL

3900 CLEVELAND AVENUE, SAN DIEGO, CA

Starting at $1380/mo

We are an inclusive, diverse preschool in the heart of Hillcrest helping children make sense of the world through play. We are not highly academic but we do prepare them for Kindergarten in our older classes of 3-6yrs. olds. Our main focus and passion other than providing a safe, loving environment,...

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Ratings for San Diego, CA daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Daycares in San Diego, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 638 reviews of the 427 listed daycares.